Military Counseling & Veteran Therapy in Wasilla, AK
Mat-Su Mental Health provides military counseling in Wasilla, Alaska, supporting active duty service members, veterans, and military families across the Mat-Su Valley with stress, transitions, trauma, relationship strain, and adjustment to civilian life.
The stressors of military life are complex, and at MSMH, we are aware of the unique and individual challenges that our service members, and their families, often face. Common challenges that many of us struggle with related to elements of anxiety or depression, for example, are exacerbated by stressors around deployment, relocation, trauma, etc. At MSMH, we are motivated to care well for our military community, and are committed to offering quality confidential care for the men and women who serve, and their families.
If you or someone you love is navigating any of the above challenges and you’re open to support, please reach out. We’re here to help, and we would be honored to walk alongside you as you navigate the unique challenges associated with military life.
Why Clients Choose Our Wasilla Office
Real feedback from clients who have received counseling at our Wasilla office.
“I felt genuinely supported throughout my healing journey. The space feels calm, safe, and welcoming, and it made it easier to be myself during sessions.”
— Former Client, 2025
“This helped me through a really difficult time in my life. I felt supported throughout the process.”
— Client Review
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Locally voted in 2025 as a top mental health clinic in the “Best of the Valley” competition by the Mat-Valley Frontiersman Newspaper.
Meet The Clinicans Passionate About Serving Our Military Members.
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Dr. Abigail Millard - PsyD
Abegail has been serving clients in the mental health field since 2017, and has experience working with people across the lifespan. She enjoys carrying a diverse caseload, and has worked with an array of clients across a variety of settings. As a 10-year Veteran of the United States Coast Guard, she is especially passionate about providing psychological support to Veterans, and Active Duty personnel. She is thrilled to call Alaska home, while taking advantage of every opportunity for adventure. When not at work, you will find Abegail practicing yoga, paddle boarding, ice fishing, or entertaining friends and family.
What to Expect in Military Counseling at MSMH in Wasilla
At MSMH, we recognize that the military community faces a very specific set of emotional and mental health difficulties that are not experienced in the same way by the general population.
Our Mat-Su Mental Health providers in the Valley believe in treating the whole person, looking not only at the symptoms causing distress, but by building a relationship that allows for connection and safe exploration of the variables that may be underlying the distress. Effectively and comprehensively addressing the challenges you’re facing with your MSMH provider may include, but is not limited to:
Psychoeducation and brain based science to help you understand what’s happening with your symptoms on a physiological level.
Coping skills to support you in managing and combating your symptoms of distress.
Ongoing discussion and evaluation of lifestyle choices that may be contributing to or exacerbating your symptoms. Areas of exploration may include:
Sleep
Diet/Nutrition
Supplementation
Exercise/Movement
Connectedness (time with family, friends)
Play
Time in nature
Self care
Exploration and treatment of life events or unresolved traumas that may be at the root of the symptoms you are experiencing.
A practical and effective self-care plan to support you in staying ahead of your symptoms, and effectively managing them prior to becoming overwhelmed.
Could Military Counseling Help You or a Loved One?
If you have chosen the difficult and courageous path of military service, it’s likely that you have endured life experiences that have shaped and impacted you in significant ways. Many good, but likely, many that are difficult, as well.
Some of the struggles that we often see with our Active Duty Military personnel, Reserve Members, Veterans, and their families, include:
PTSD
Insomnia
Military Sexual Trauma
Transitional Issues
Relocation Adjustment
Deployment Stress
Relocation Adjustment
Reintegration Challenges
Greif and Loss Counseling
Job Stress
Moral Injury
Chronic Pain
Substance Use
Tobacco Cessation
Institutional Betrayal
Identity Issues
Marriage and Family Challenges
Parenting and Parent Communication
Balance Between Duty and Family Life
Medical Board and Discharge Process
The sacrifice of military life does not fall exclusively to our active duty service men and women, but also to their families, their spouses and children. Having a space space to process through the challenges, the isolation, the upheaval, the anxiety, there’s also room for that here. You will be met with warmth, candor, understanding, skill building and resources.
If you or a loved one are a member of our military community and are struggling, please reach out. We would be honored to do this work alongside you, and we’re here to help.
How long does professional counseling typically last?
The length of time an individual is in counseling is situation specific and can vary. However, we at Mat-Su Mental Health are passionate about giving our clients the tools and skills they need to thrive and function well. We will cast a wide net at the onset, looking for all the contributing variables. We will build skills for managing symptoms and explore root causes that may be underlying your distress. We will take as little or as much time as you need, but we will do our very best to get you and yours back about the business of living your life.
How to schedule a professional counseling session in Wasilla.
Ready to get started? Call or email us today. Our contact info is at the bottom of this page.
Once you reach out, our on-boarding admin will contact you to gather information regarding your specific situation. They will explore with you what provider will likely best meet your needs, and support you in getting set up in our electronic health record.
Mat-Su Mental Health uses Simple Practice, a medical record and portal system that will allow for confidential and HIPAA compliant messaging that ensures your privacy. You will be sent a portal link that directs you to online documentation to be completed prior to your initial session.
This is a great time to ask any questions you might have. After all, where you go for support is your choice, and we want you to feel empowered to assess whether or not we are the right fit for you! Here at Mat-Su Mental Health, our providers believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is essential in the process of creating change. These initial conversations are important in assessing fit, as therapy is not “one size fits all.”
Our MSMH office is conveniently located in Wasilla. Feel free to arrive a few minutes prior to your scheduled session to grab a cup of tea and relax before session begins. We look forward to meeting you, and are honored you have chosen us to do this work alongside you.
I have had a great experience with Mat-Su Mental Health. Overall support, from intake, to scheduling, billing, therapy sessions as well as follow-up from the owner has been exceptional. I highly recommend!
— Former Client, 2025
FAQ’s
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Yes. Mat-Su Mental Health provides military counseling in Wasilla and works with active duty service members, veterans, and military families across the Mat-Su Valley.
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Military counseling can help with stress, transitions, deployment-related challenges, relationship strain, trauma, and adjusting to civilian life.
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Yes. We work with both veterans and active duty service members, as well as military spouses and families.
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Absolutely. Military life impacts the whole family. We provide counseling for spouses, partners, and families navigating challenges like long separations, communication breakdown, parenting stress, and reintegration after deployment. Supporting the family system is a key part of long-term healing.
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Yes. Counseling is confidential, with some standard legal and safety exceptions that apply to all clients.
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We recommend contacting our office directly to discuss current insurance options, including Tricare. Our team can help you understand your benefits and what counseling services may be available to you in Wasilla and the Mat-Su Valley.
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Our therapists work with individuals and families connected to the military and understand many of the unique stressors and experiences that come with military life.
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You can contact our office directly to schedule an appointment. Our team can help connect you with a therapist who understands your needs and background.