Alaska is one of just a few states that screen for mental health history for a psychology license.
Mental Health
Americans on Medicare now get better access to mental health care. Here’s how
Medicare now covers therapy appointments with licensed marriage and family counselors, and licensed professional counselors.
Bartlett Hospital’s behavioral health center opens doors to youth in crisis
The goal is to provide a welcoming, age-appropriate alternative to the emergency room.
Most Americans with mental health needs don’t get treatment, report finds
Many Americans are diagnosed with mental health conditions, but most don’t get professional help, even if they’re insured. Obstacles include difficulties finding providers their plan covers.
Therapists talk about their role during 2020 landslide disaster in Haines
The slide in Wrangell has no doubt revived some painful feelings for Haines residents.
Juneau hospital, Housing First receive Alaska Mental Health Trust grants
The hospital’s funding will go toward staffing, training and infrastructure for adolescent behavioral health crisis services and Housing First’s grant will help pay for new supportive housing units.