Therapists serving clients in Alaska

Dr. Melissa Paige Begich

Alaska

MS,EdD,LPC-S

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 15 years of experience working in the field of mental health. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, mood instability, military life issues, and ADHD. I have also helped many people who have experienced emotional trauma, general life transitions, and major physical health issues such as MS or cancer. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and com...

Beverly Rivard

Alaska

LCSW,CCH

Hello! I'm glad you're here! I'm Beverly Rivard. I'm a licensed clinical social worker. I look forward to meeting you. I have an eclectic approach to counseling and coaching because I think it's important to match each person with tools and strategies that will most relevant to that person's life. I incorporate mindfulness awareness into my approach. I utilize strategies from cognitive therapies in my work. I have developed a unique approach to hypnotherapy called Inner Wisdom Attunement, that is gentle, effective, and spiritually based. I will work with ...

Ashley Annestedt

Alaska

LCSW

Welcome! I am an independently practicing Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I approach therapy as a collaboration between myself and the patient, and together we can discuss your treatment goals and priorities. My goals as the therapist are to make you feel comfortable, validated, and empowered throughout the process. I believe that my clients find me candid, authentic, and compassionate....with a side of humor. We all struggle with different issues, and making the decision to seek out help is a brave one. You are here, and I can help. The technology at Bette...

Dannon Mims

Alaska

LPC

Hello! I am an Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Alaska with over 8 years of experience working as a clinical therapist. I have worked with clients of all ages who have experienced symptoms including unhappiness in their career choice, anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, relationship issues, grief and loss, ODD and ADHD. I also have experience in trauma-informed care. My counseling style is warm and personable. I believe in the humanistic approach and treat everyone with respect, kindness, and compassion. In my approach I use cognitive-beh...

Emily Thrapp

Alaska

LMHC,LPC

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Washington and a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Alaska. I have a Bachelor degree in Psychology and Masters degree in Counseling Psychology. I have been counseling people across the lifespan for 6 years, but I particularly love working with adults. I am comfortable addressing anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems, insomnia, life transitions, chronic pain/illness, and perinatal issues. I've also worked with elders and their caregivers to address memory problems and end of life issue...

Kenneth Brewington

Alaska

MA, CDCC

Are you feeling stuck? Are you having trouble reaching your goals, or even figuring out what your goals are? Do you struggle to make meaningful, lasting changes in your life? If you’re ready to get a fresh perspective and tap into the strengths you already possess, let me help you gain a fresh perspective on things. You are the expert on your own life and are filled with your own wisdom – sometimes you just need help accessing it. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor working out of Anchorage, Alaska and have spent some 18 years working with people w...

Bobbi Cleary

Alaska

LPC

Holistic health is complemented by the counseling process as emotional and mental wellness contributes to overall balance. This philosophy is part of my professional framework. It is a joy when a tool is learned and successfully implemented by those for whom I have the privilege to provide care. Empowerment is key to locating one's innate fortitude, a place from which to achieve healing, peace and ultimately joy. It is important for me to consider the specific needs of each client as no one is wired exactly the same. As such, I call my style "eclectic" in tha...

Danielle Gutierrez

Alaska

LPC,NCC,MSW

Hi there, my name is Danielle (Dani) Gutierrez, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Alaska. I am also a National Certified Counselor. I have a background in Domestic Violence treatment for perpetrators and survivors, trauma processing, anger and stress management, eating disorders, self-image and esteem, couples, marital, and relationship counseling, for adults and teens alike, and extensive experience in parenting support, particularly parenting through divorce or parenting very young babies and toddlers. I have a Master's in Counseling P...

Vanessa Perry

Alaska

MS,LPC,PMH-C

Hello, I am Vanessa! I have my bachelor of science in Pre-Professional Psychology and master's of science in Human Services Counseling degree from Southwestern Assemblies of God University. Recently I have focused my practice in helping PERINATAL MOOD AND ANXIETY DISORDERS. This means that from trying to CONCEIVE, PREGNANCY, BIRTH, and POSTPARTUM or LOSS during this time, I help individuals trying to navigate through this stage of life. Previously. I have worked helping college students with career counseling, a community mental health center with clients with ...

Mellisa Wright

Alaska

LPC

Welcome! I am Mellisa, a Licensed Professional Counselor. I received my Masters in Counseling at St. Edward’s University in Austin, Texas. I have spent the past eight years working in an inpatient crisis stabilization setting. The mission of my therapeutic approach is to empower you. For healthy change to occur a healthy space that provides compassion, honesty and listening is essential. I listen well, and without judgment, but I do give practical support and clearly communicate with you what I am observing in our time together. I believe that no matter how...

Brenda Thayer

Alaska

LPC-S,CDC II,NCC

Hi, my name is Brenda Thayer and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have been in the mental health field for 22 years, LPC for five years and Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor for 9 years. I have recently become a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor. I believe in meeting the person where they are at, helping them reach their potential. I believe in treating the whole person for overall wellness and striving for reaching one’s goals and values in life. I use an eclectic approach; cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy fus...

Drew Miller

Alaska

MA,LPC

I’m here to help you find freedom, peace and ease within the changes of your life. To help you understand the processes of your mind and how to use the wisdom of experiencing that understanding to heal. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Oregon and Alaska and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington. My clinical experience is diverse, having worked with children, adolescents, adults and families. I have treated individuals struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, addictions, developmental disabilities including autism spectrum disorders, imp...

Susan Mayer

Alaska

LPC

I'm so excited to be a part of Better Help and am equally excited you just clicked on my link to learn more about me. I've been providing therapy for 13 years, beginning my second semester of college. I'm just as excited today as I was that first day, to learn about what makes human beings who they are and drives their behaviors and choices. Psychology and therapy are truly my passions. My clients would probably tell you I'm easy to talk to, funny, kind, non-judgmental, sometimes a little challenging , smart, and 100% in their court. I deeply care about my clients...

Dara Harrel

Alaska

LPC

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Alaska. I have been working in the mental health field for 9 years and a Clinician for the past 3 years working with at risk youth and families . I have worked with individuals to help them with depression, anxiety, life transitions, parenting problems, career challenges, relationship dynamics with families and couples. I have worked with adults and children to address childhood trauma related to addictions, sexual, physical and emotional abuse, and loss of or separation from a loved one. I have also worked with indiv...

Dr. Evelyn DeLaCruz-Jiron

Alaska

Ed.D,LMFT,LAC

Hello, my name is Dr. Evelyn DeLaCruz-Jiron, I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and a Licensed Addictions Counselor. I hold a Doctoral Degree of Education, with a strong emphasis on organizational psychology and systems family therapy. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings including crisis intervention, trauma hospitals, intensive outpatient, private practice and tele-behavioral health. While spending the majority of my career providing clinical supervision as an AAMFT Approved Supervisor, my favorite part of my job is building rapport with c...

Harsimranjeet Minhas

Alaska

LPC,CDCI,BHCI

Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Alaska. I have been working in the field of behavioral health since 2009, with clients ranging from pre-teens with behavioral problems, to adults with chronic mental illness. My specialties are working with adolescents, and the fields of anxiety and trauma and substance abuse. I offer a client centered counseling approach. I believe that ultimately you are the person who is the expert on you and your struggles, and that you know what help you need. My style can be described as Motivational Interviewing, with a l...

Angela Wyne

Alaska

LPC,LMHC

Hi, my name is Angela Wyne and I am a licensed therapist in the states of Alaska (LPC) and Massachusetts (LMHC). I earned my degree in Worcester, MA and have been practicing therapy for the past 11 years in a variety of settings. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, and families in a detention treatment center, community centers, outpatient clinics, and in a crisis stabilization program. My therapy style looks to provide a warm and compassionate space that is safe and free of judgment. Working through change and finding the path towards happ...

Jolene Rogers

Alaska

LPC

Working in school, hospital, and health clinic based settings, I provide care primarily to kids and teens, as well as young adults; however, I have a willingness to see anyone. I’ve been working in the mental health field for 8 years, and have held a Master’s degree in Professional Counseling for 3 years. My approach to counseling is simple; this is for you and about you. Taking a person-centered approach I work to ensure your goals and needs are met while working with you. I also work from a cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy backgro...

Lina Kotsoeva

Alaska

LPC, CRC

Thank you for your interest in counseling and welcome! Reaching out for support is a big step. Often, people feel better just by having a safe place to be heard and understood, without judgement. I am here to listen. No problem is too big or small if it's causing distress in your life. Together, we can work to provide some relief from symptoms that are stopping you from being the best you. I graduated in 2013 with a Masters Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from George Washington University. My focus of study was on dual diagnosis (those who suffer fr...

Dr. DB Palmer

Alaska

Ed.D,LPC-S,LMHC/LCMHC

I'm Dr. DB Palmer, a Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the State of Utah, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Washington and a Licensed Professional Counselor and board approved Clinical Supervisor in the state of Alaska. I've spent nearly 20 years in the behavioral health field, across Washington, Alaska, and the western states. I have a background in corporate leadership within tribal and behavioral healthcare systems, as a university professor, and a former university counseling center director. In these roles, I've taught and supervised quite ...