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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Anchorage, AK

Grief affects everyone differently, and Anchorage residents deserve compassionate, personalized support. Headway's network of 123 providers specializes in grief therapy, helping you work through bereavement, find meaning after loss, and develop healthy coping strategies. With sessions available as soon as next day and average savings of 75% through insurance, you can focus on your healing journey without financial stress.

Ashlyn Railsback

Ashlyn Railsback

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, grief, trauma, and depression. I use evidence-based techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and I am trained in...”
“I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, grief, trauma, and depression. I use evidence-based techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and I am trained in EMDR.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Direct, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

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Robbi Woltring

Robbi Woltring

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“My areas of specialization include but are not limited to substance use treatment, PTSD and trauma-informed care, grief, single parenting, interpersonal violence, depression, neurodiversity, especially...”
“My areas of specialization include but are not limited to substance use treatment, PTSD and trauma-informed care, grief, single parenting, interpersonal violence, depression, neurodiversity, especially... I believe that every individual possesses unique strengths and resilience, and I work collaboratively with clients to identify and build upon...”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Juliet Daniels

Juliet Daniels

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“Whether facing anxiety, depression, grief, or navigating midlife transitions, Juliet provides a supportive environment where clients can explore their feelings and develop effective coping strategies.”
“Whether facing anxiety, depression, grief, or navigating midlife transitions, Juliet provides a supportive environment where clients can explore their feelings and develop effective coping strategies. She brings warmth and empathy to her sessions, fostering a safe space where clients can explore their emotions openly.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Direct, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna

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Julie Turner-Morgan

Julie Turner-Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“Couples counseling including action methods, attachment theory and repair Grief and Loss Eco-psychology studies/Wilderness Therapy... I specialize in PTSD and trauma resolution. I work somatically, attending to deep...”
“Couples counseling including action methods, attachment theory and repair Grief and Loss Eco-psychology studies/Wilderness Therapy... I specialize in PTSD and trauma resolution. I work somatically, attending to deep holding in the body of physical, emotional, and psychological wounding.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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KaMara White

KaMara White

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“I support children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, identity awareness, relationship concerns, work-life balance, and life transitions.”
“I support children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, identity awareness, relationship concerns, work-life balance, and life transitions. After nearly two decades in healthcare operations, I expanded my work to mental and emotional well-being, drawing on personal and professional experience in...”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Challenging, Empowering, Participatory

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Danny Gladden

Danny Gladden

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“I support adults and adolescents experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, addiction, relationship challenges and major life transitions. I also have experience working with concerns related to sexual...”
“I support adults and adolescents experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, addiction, relationship challenges and major life transitions. I also have experience working with concerns related to sexual orientation, identity, suicide prevention, family dynamics and professional stress.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Esther Bold

Esther Bold

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“...over 20 years of counseling experience, I have worked with adults facing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, family conflict, anger management, grief...”
“...over 20 years of counseling experience, I have worked with adults facing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, family conflict, anger management, grief... My goal is to create a welcoming, comfortable environment where you feel safe to share your experiences, explore challenges, and begin...”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Creative, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Jennifer Johnson

Jennifer Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“...becoming a therapist, I worked in pediatric respiratory care with medically complex children and their families, an experience that continues to shape my understanding of caregiving, medical stress, grief...”
“...becoming a therapist, I worked in pediatric respiratory care with medically complex children and their families, an experience that continues to shape my understanding of caregiving, medical stress, grief , resilience, and the many ways families adapt during difficult times.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

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Mayra Hernandez

Mayra Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“I offer individual therapy to support treatment of anxiety, depression, relational issues, trauma, grief and loss. It's important to have an environment where you feel comfortable to express what does and does not...”
“I offer individual therapy to support treatment of anxiety, depression, relational issues, trauma, grief and loss. It's important to have an environment where you feel comfortable to express what does and does not work for you as we navigate a path as unique as you and your story.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna insurance

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Joanna Sanchez

Joanna Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“My work has taken place in both outpatient and residential settings, where I have sat with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and substance use recovery...”
“My work has taken place in both outpatient and residential settings, where I have sat with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and substance use recovery... I focus on listening closely and understanding each person's experience, especially the parts that are difficult to name or explain.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tina Gillems

Tina Gillems

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“I also specialize anxiety, depression, identity and cultural/ethnic issues, grief and bereavement, family dynamics, anger management, ADHD, stress management, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD...”
“I also specialize anxiety, depression, identity and cultural/ethnic issues, grief and bereavement, family dynamics, anger management, ADHD, stress management, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD... I like to use the following Evidence based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution Focused therapy, Person-Centered therapy,...”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

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Giovanna Akins

Giovanna Akins

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“Together, we can honor the grief of what didn't turn out the way you envisioned, untangle the knots of past trauma, and build a meaningful, compassionate path forward.”
“Together, we can honor the grief of what didn't turn out the way you envisioned, untangle the knots of past trauma, and build a meaningful, compassionate path forward. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in helping individuals bridge the gap between the life they planned and the reality they are facing.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Dr. Chika Galega-Sabum

Dr. Chika Galega-Sabum

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Anchorage, AK

“Galega-Sabum specializes in Medication Management, Psychiatric Evaluations, Psychotherapy, Anxiety, ADHD, OCD, Depression, Trauma, Substance Use Disorders, Alcohol Dependency, Grief, Eating Disorders,...”
“Galega-Sabum specializes in Medication Management, Psychiatric Evaluations, Psychotherapy, Anxiety, ADHD, OCD, Depression, Trauma, Substance Use Disorders, Alcohol Dependency, Grief, Eating Disorders,... She takes a holistic, evidence-based approach, addressing both symptoms and underlying causes of mental health and substance use concerns.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Rebecca Edwards

Rebecca Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, infertility, pregnancy or postpartum challenges, grief, trauma, or major life transitions, you don't have to carry it alone.”
“Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, infertility, pregnancy or postpartum challenges, grief, trauma, or major life transitions, you don't have to carry it alone. I believe therapy should feel collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your unique experiences.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Aetna Medicare Advantage,

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Liza Joseph

Liza Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“I have worked with clients with various concerns, including depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, self-esteem, existential crisis, adjustment life issues, stress management, and trauma...”
“I have worked with clients with various concerns, including depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, self-esteem, existential crisis, adjustment life issues, stress management, and trauma... I always aim to create a safe and trusting space, so you feel free to discuss any type of concern or presenting issue.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Constance Sims

Constance Sims

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“I have experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, self-esteem, grief, and emotional regulation. My style is warm, down-to-earth, and supportive, but I'll...”
“I have experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, self-esteem, grief, and emotional regulation. My style is warm, down-to-earth, and supportive, but I'll also encourage you to challenge yourself, recognize your strengths, and look at things from a different perspective when needed.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Amber Pfeiffer

Amber Pfeiffer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Anchorage, AK

“Many clients have excellent progress applying the practice of mind-body skills & guided imagery, especially when processing trauma, grief, or exploring attachment patterns developed in childhood...”
“Many clients have excellent progress applying the practice of mind-body skills & guided imagery, especially when processing trauma, grief, or exploring attachment patterns developed in childhood... I strongly believe in empowering my clients to take an active role in their mental health and providing them with the tools and resources they need...”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

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Jacqueline Leindecker

Jacqueline Leindecker

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“I am drawn to working with people who are carrying the weight of stress, anxiety, depression, grief, & trauma. I welcome feedback and input on how I can best serve you — everyone is different.”
“I am drawn to working with people who are carrying the weight of stress, anxiety, depression, grief, & trauma. I welcome feedback and input on how I can best serve you — everyone is different. My goal is to help support you in developing compassion and acceptance through the seasons of life so that you are able to grow into a person you can be...”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Sarah Blechman

Sarah Blechman

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“If you are adapting to the challenges of new parenthood, contemplating a major life change, or grieving, I will work with you to accomplish your goals. You can expect to leave a session feeling understood and...”
“If you are adapting to the challenges of new parenthood, contemplating a major life change, or grieving, I will work with you to accomplish your goals. You can expect to leave a session feeling understood and equipped with real solutions to use each day to find peace and clarity in your life.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Nicholas Bonacci

Nicholas Bonacci

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“Completed cert in Prolonged Exposure and Cognitive Processing Therapy, I plan on adding hypnosis, grief therapy, and experiential training. I believe in joyful and authentic counseling relationships that are...”
“Completed cert in Prolonged Exposure and Cognitive Processing Therapy, I plan on adding hypnosis, grief therapy, and experiential training. I believe in joyful and authentic counseling relationships that are self-rewarding, and allowing of transformations on the client's schedule of healing.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Creative, Direct, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

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Donna McKellar

Donna McKellar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away

800 Cordova Street, Anchorage, AK
“I believe in the power you have to heal, to engage, and to bolster your confidence and self-identity for a better life in the present and the future.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Challenging, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Bonni Wulvik

Bonni Wulvik

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

5050 Birch Drive, Wasilla, AK
“My approach is rooted in empathy, compassion, and evidence-based practices, tailored to meet the unique needs of each person.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Premera Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alaska,

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Alyssa Coogan

Alyssa Coogan

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“Alyssa takes a client-centered approach with a very down-to-earth and straight forward communication style.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Erica Threet

Erica Threet

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

If anxiety, depression, or the weight of past trauma has started to feel like it's steering your life instead of you, that's exactly where I do my best work. I'm Erica, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and I think of myself as your therapeutic GPS — you set the destination, and I help you find the route. I work with children, teens, adults, and couples, and I bring genuine respect, real-world knowledge, and yes, some humor to every session, because feeling comfortable with your therapist actually matters for getting better.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

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Wendy Weston

Wendy Weston

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“My own roots are in Alaskan, Native, and military communities, so I have a firsthand sense of the pressures and changes you may be carrying.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

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Tyler Cole

Tyler Cole

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“I strive to protect your time and instead move our focus into active strategy-labs to help you find or regain your traction in moving toward the life you want.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression,

Creative, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Ashley Jones

Ashley Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, dialectical, existential and compassion focused therapy, with a focus on mindful body and emotion awareness...”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

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Samuel Steinbruegge

Samuel Steinbruegge

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“I use EMDR, IFS, CBT, and DBT in a strengths-based, client-centered way to support healing from anxiety, depression, PTSD, gender dysphoria, and beyond—so you can live fully and authentically.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Premera Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alaska,

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Christine Twitty

Christine Twitty

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“I am a compassion-centered therapist, believing that you have the answers as you are the expert in your own issues.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Rhonda Heath

Rhonda Heath

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alaska

“My approach to care is to meet you where you are. Ideally, you are ready for a holistic approach that focuses on supplements, therapy, TMS, and regular exercise.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

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Larry Smith

Larry Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

Too many holes in your cup of life can make you feel drained and empty. As an experienced Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I will help you heal your wounds, create abundant fulfillment, and build lasting peace.


With a broad spectrum of lived experience before coming to counseling, and over 30 years of helping individuals, couples. and families from all walks of life and cultures around the world, I offer you a warm, calm, seasoned, and safe space that is collaborative, supportive, and individualized.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

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Richard Gustafson

Richard Gustafson

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“I approach customers knowing they may have been traumatized in some way, and my goal is to provide therapy in a manner that is not retraumatizing to them.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Premera Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alaska,

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Priscilla Atu-tetuh

Priscilla Atu-tetuh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alaska

“I combine medication management with supportive talk therapy, so we look at both the biology and the day to day of what you are carrying.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Challenging, Creative, Direct

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Anthony Norris

Anthony Norris

Therapist

Virtual • Wasilla, AK

“As a medically retired Army veteran who served in two combat zones, combat-related traumatic brain injury is something I know firsthand — not just from textbooks, but from my own recovery.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Luvenia Johnson

Luvenia Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1449 Gillam Way, Fairbanks, AK
“My goal is to provide a space where you can begin to feel safe, understood, and supported from the very beginning.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Premera Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alaska,

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Precious Izeagi

Precious Izeagi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alaska

“My goal is to create a welcoming space where you feel heard, respected, supported, and actively involved in your care.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

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Jamie Landsman

Jamie Landsman

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“I am attuned to differences in communication styles, sensory needs, processing speed & emotional expression, and I adapt my approach to meet each client where they are.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Robert Hyson

Robert Hyson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alaska

“My goal is to provide a safe, respectful space where clients feel heard, supported, and involved in their care.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

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Emily Bullard

Emily Bullard

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“I am passionate about helping people learn to use "curiosity instead of judgment", "give themselves time and grace"...”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Challenging, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Premera Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alaska,

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Dr. Pamela Kennedy

Dr. Pamela Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska

“I approach therapy with curiosity, passion, and partnership. I enjoy supporting individuals in finding the most effective, individualized, and successful approaches.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Premera Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alaska,

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About our therapists in Anchorage, AK who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists serving Anchorage, AK
There are over 117 therapists in Anchorage, AK accepting new patients.
117+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 93%Stress management
  • 91%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 97%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 46%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
  • 43%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 4%Spanish
  • 3%Haitian Creole
  • 2%French
  • 1%Igbo
How they see their clients
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  • 97%Online only
  • 3%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 71%Woman
  • 28%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 41%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 15%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 6%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 97%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 32%Couples therapy
  • 20%Child or adolescent therapy

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