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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Alaska

Whether you're navigating alcohol use disorder, drug dependence, or behavioral addiction, Headway's network of 66 providers in Alaska offers personalized care using proven modalities like SMART Recovery, 12-step facilitation, and acceptance-based approaches. Access flexible sessions with support for medication management and recovery planning, all covered by most major insurance plans.

Joanna Sanchez

Joanna Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


“I focus on listening closely and understanding each person's experience, especially the parts that are difficult to name or explain.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tolana Murphy

Tolana Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


“I believe every therapeutic journey should be person-centered and specific to the needs of the individual, couple, or family system that I work with.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mark Sabo

Mark Sabo

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


“Clients can expect to be approached with unconditional positive regard and challenged to transition through the obstacles that are presented in the person's life with new skills and a new perspective.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Philip Andujar

Philip Andujar

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


“I work with adults navigating anxiety, burnout, identity stress, and complex life experiences, especially those who have not felt understood in therapy before.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
April Savage

April Savage

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


“I, the therapist don't provide answers, but guidance on your journey to reach your destination that could be constantly changing and shifting as you evolve in to the you that you always wanted to be.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Alyssa Coogan

Alyssa Coogan

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


“Alyssa takes a client-centered approach with a very down-to-earth and straight forward communication style.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Santresda Johnson Lpc

Dr. Santresda Johnson Lpc

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


“We are here to identify what brought you here, identify goals, and work towards successful goal attainment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Sebastian Schnellbacher

Dr. Sebastian Schnellbacher

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Alaska


“I recently retired from the military as the Psychiatry Consultant to the Army Surgeon General and was responsible for all of Psychiatry in the United States Army.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nathan Choi

Nathan Choi

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


“My work is grounded in a person-centered, Rogers-inspired approach that emphasizes self-acceptance, emotional insight, and authentic growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Griffith Gilbert

Griffith Gilbert

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


It has been a privilege to provide psychotherapy to a variety of clients for over 20 years. I have advanced clinical training in trauma, addictions, sexual abuse, mood and personality disorders, and relationships. My therapeutic style is warm, direct, and encouraging. I provide support as you examine core issues and change underlying patterns of behavior or simply gain perspective concerning a recent issue.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Trina McDonald

Trina McDonald

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


“During our sessions you can expect to collaborate with me to work toward your personalized goals to achieve balance and well-being...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anthony Norris

Anthony Norris

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


“As a medically retired Army veteran who served in two combat zones, I deeply understand the unique challenges faced by veterans, military personnel, law enforcement, first responders, and their families.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Heather Cromwell

Dr. Heather Cromwell

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


I’m Dr. Heather Cromwell, a Licensed Professional Counselor providing telehealth therapy to adults in Alaska and Oregon. I have over 10 years of experience working in behavioral health across outpatient, inpatient, and community mental health settings, including extensive work with individuals experiencing serious and persistent mental illness, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, burnout, and emotional overwhelm.

My background includes a Ph.D. and Master’s degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, along with years of leadership and program development experience in behavioral healthcare. I bring both clinical expertise and a practical, person-centered approach to therapy.

I believe therapy works best when clients feel genuinely seen, heard, and emotionally safe. My style is warm, collaborative, direct when helpful, and grounded in authenticity. I work to create a space where clients can better understand themselves, strengthen coping skills, improve relationships, process difficult experiences, and move toward meaningful change at a pace that feels manageable and supportive.

I understand that reaching out for support can feel vulnerable, and I strive to make the process feel approachable and comfortable from the very beginning.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michelle Yorks

Michelle Yorks

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


“I believe therapy should feel like a real conversation with someone who is in your corner, not like sitting across from someone silently taking notes while you wonder if you are saying the "right" thing.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Gerard Dickmu

Gerard Dickmu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alaska


“I believe every client deserves to be heard, respected, and supported. My approach is collaborative, patient-centered, and focused on helping individuals navigate their healthcare journey with confidence.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Ann Hutcheson

Dr. Ann Hutcheson

Psychologist

Virtual • Alaska


“Clients can take away new ways of thinking about their symptoms and skills to help manage those symptoms based on their individual needs.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tayna Miller

Tayna Miller

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alaska


“Through a holistic and collaborative approach to mental health care I utilizing medication management, supportive therapies, and lifestyle modifications to achieve common goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
America Gomez

America Gomez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alaska


“My approach to care is collaborative and patient-centered. I believe in listening closely to understand each person's unique experiences and goals...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Antoinette Childress

Antoinette Childress

Therapist

Virtual • Anchorage, AK


You're tuning into WYOU. THE Station where YOU matter! Hello, I'm Antoinette. Maybe you're feeling overwhelmed, and emotionally drained trying to hold it ALL together. Smiling on the outside an crying on the inside. Weather the issue is anxiety, trauma, depression, relationships or substances you're tuned into the right channel. I'm here to listen and understand what it is to be YOU! Without judgment or bias. I support the healing heart and the broken heart. I'm a real, and most of all honest. No Cap.

Looking forward to hearing from You. Until then stay locked in to the station WYOU where you matter.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robbi Woltring

Robbi Woltring

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


“My clinical style is grounded in empathetic and compassionate listening, creating a space where clients feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Apelu Manuleleua

Apelu Manuleleua

Therapist

Virtual • Wasilla, AK


“I expect clients to feel empowered that they can help themselves and that they are in control of their feelings and emotions...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tamara Truitt

Tamara Truitt

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


“My approach is person-centered and grounded in a genuine commitment to supporting each client's well-being, growth, and progress toward their individual goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalie Ellis

Natalie Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


“I believe that when people feel safe enough to be vulnerable without pause, meaningful growth and healing can begin.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Daniel Pierre

Daniel Pierre

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alaska


“I provide thoughtful psychiatric evaluations and personalized medication management, with a focus on clear communication and helping you understand your options.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tiffany Kehoe

Tiffany Kehoe

Therapist

Virtual • Palmer, AK


“I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Luvenia Johnson

Luvenia Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fairbanks, AK


“My goal is to provide a space where you can begin to feel safe, understood, and supported from the very beginning.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tiffany Lemery

Tiffany Lemery

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


“I believe resilience isn't about pretending you're unaffected. It's about processing what you've carried so it no longer controls your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Edison Leung

Dr. Edison Leung

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Alaska


My approach to mental health care centers entirely around you. True healing happens when trust, safety, and collaboration come together. Whether you are navigating severe depression, managing long-term anxiety, or recovering from trauma, my goal is to provide a premium, supportive environment where you feel heard and empowered to reclaim a stable, fulfilling life.

As a board-certified adult psychiatrist, I bring unique depth to my clinical practice. I earned both my MD and PhD from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, grounding my approach to medication management in advanced scientific research and evidence-based medicine.

My leadership and clinical training within the University of Texas Health System—including roles as Chief Resident, Assistant Medical Director, and Assistant Professor—deeply shaped my view of mental health. Having cared for individuals across institutions like MD Anderson, Memorial Hermann, the Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center, and Maui Memorial Medical Center, I possess the outpatient and inpatient expertise required to manage complex clinical cases with complete confidence.

I provide convenient, high-quality telepsychiatry and virtual care for adults (ages 18 and older) actively located in Texas, California, Hawaii, and Alaska.

Primary Clinical Focus Areas:

  • Mood Disorders: Advanced care for major depression, treatment-resistant depression, and bipolar disorder.
  • Anxiety & Stress: Targeted strategies for generalized anxiety, panic disorder, and high-stress professional burnout.
  • Trauma: Compassionate, evidence-based recovery and support for PTSD.

Above all, I believe in partnering with you as a collaborative ally. My practice is a safe, sophisticated space where clinical excellence is a given, and we work together to help you rediscover hope and transformation.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Chika Galega-Sabum

Dr. Chika Galega-Sabum

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Anchorage, AK


Dr. Chika Galega-Sabum, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner currently accepting patients aged 5 and older. She holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from the University of Cincinnati and has a background in psychology. Dr. Galega-Sabum specializes in Medication Management, Psychiatric Evaluations, Psychotherapy, Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, Trauma, Substance Use Disorders, Alcohol Dependency, Grief, Eating Disorders, and Survivors of Sexual, Physical, and Emotional Abuse and more. She takes a holistic, evidence-based approach, addressing both symptoms and underlying causes of mental health and substance use concerns. Committed to personalized, patient-centered care, she works closely with individuals to develop treatment plans tailored to their unique needs and lifestyles. Passionate about mental health and addiction recovery, Dr. Galega-Sabum is dedicated to empowering individuals on their path to wellness and healing.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jacob Read

Jacob Read

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Palmer, AK


“My diverse background allows me to connect deeply with patients from all walks of life, understanding firsthand the challenges they face and the hope that lies in the possibility of change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jeffery Neaves

Jeffery Neaves

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


Finding the right therapist matters. I believe therapy works best when clients feel genuinely heard, respected, and understood. My style is conversational, collaborative, and direct, balancing warmth with honesty and practical feedback. I work especially well with individuals impacted by trauma, chronic stress, and moral injury arising from high-responsibility environments, including veterans, first responders, and medical professionals. Many appear highly functional outwardly while privately struggling with anxiety, exhaustion, disrupted sleep, or feeling disconnected from themselves, others, or the lives they once recognized.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Creative, Direct
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kimberly Smith

Kimberly Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


“Through my own self discovery and 27 years of direct clinical social work experience, I have found the key the happiness is a personal journey of self-acceptance...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Edmore Mangena

Edmore Mangena

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


“You can expect genuine acceptance, affirmation, and positive warm regard, yet feel empowered and equipped to tackle your issues as independently as possible.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tyrone Charles

Tyrone Charles

Therapist

Virtual • Anchorage, AK


“Assist individuals in discovering and eliminating root causes inhibiting personal growth, self-understanding and acceptance.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Cara Bussell

Dr. Cara Bussell

Psychologist

Virtual • Alaska


“Clients often describe me as calm, genuine, and steady. Together, we'll work to understand what's keeping you stuck, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools that help you move toward the life you want.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. William McVey

Dr. William McVey

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


I'm a licensed therapist and one of the few clinicians in Alaska with a PhD in

Clinical Sexology — which means I'm trained to hold the full range of human

intimacy, identity, and relationships without judgment. I specialize in

working with LGBTQ+ individuals, couples navigating non-traditional

relationship structures (poly, ENM, kink-affirming care), people in or

connected to the military, and anyone dealing with trauma, addiction,

anxiety, or depression. I've been doing this work since 2013, and I've found

that the clients who come to me are often the ones who've struggled to find

someone who truly gets where they're coming from. I'm not here to

normalize you — you're already whole. I'm here to help you move forward.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tyler Cole

Tyler Cole

Therapist

Virtual • Alaska


“My goal is to help people move beyond feeling stuck and build lives that feel more meaningful and aligned with their values.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Katherine Eyegue-Sandy

Dr. Katherine Eyegue-Sandy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Anchorage, AK


“I don't see you as a diagnosis or a checklist of symptoms. I see a whole person — with a unique story, real strengths, and an incredible capacity to heal and grow.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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