Mental Health Counselors and Therapists in Wasilla, AK.
Mat-Su Mental Health provides outpatient counseling and therapy in Wasilla, Alaska. Our therapists work with individuals, teens, couples, and families across the Mat-Su Valley, including Palmer and surrounding communities.
At different points in life, it’s common to feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Our goal is to support you in creating meaningful, lasting change, including building healthier relationships with others and a stronger, more grounded relationship with yourself.
Counseling is a personal and individual process. There is no one-size-fits-all approach, which is why it’s important to work with a provider who can adapt to your unique needs, goals, and experiences.
Our therapists use integrative, evidence-based approaches to tailor care to each client. We take a holistic view of mental health, looking not only at symptoms but also at the many factors that influence your overall well-being, including stress, sleep, physical health, relationships, and daily habits.
When helpful, our Wasilla-based therapists also collaborate with other trusted providers in the community to support a more complete path forward. This may include referrals or coordination of care to ensure all aspects of your well-being are being considered.
We recognize the close connection between mental and physical health, and we approach care in a way that reflects that, helping you move toward lasting, sustainable wellness.
Counseling services in Wasilla, Alaska
We offer a range of counseling services in Wasilla, including trauma therapy, teen counseling, family therapy, and support for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Our therapists work with individuals, children, and families across the Mat-Su Valley.
Why clients choose our Wasilla office.
Real feedback from clients who have received counseling at our Wasilla office.
“The office and waiting area are very inviting, peaceful, and comfortable. It feels more like a calm, welcoming space than a typical office.”
— 2025 Client Review
“The process of getting started was simple, and scheduling was easy. I was able to find appointment times that actually worked for me.”
— 2025 Client Review
Currently rated 4.9 out of 5 stars in google business reviews
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 team of talented counselors, therapists, and social workers.
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Dr. Abegail 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.
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Erika McGough - LPC
Erika has been working in the mental health field since 2016, and brings experience in working with individuals across the lifespan and in various different settings. She is most passionate about supporting postpartum mothers and moms navigating parenting in early childhood, and also enjoys working with women transitioning through major life adjustments, dealing with depression and anxiety, or experiencing family and relational stressors. Erika also enjoys working with children and teens. When not at work, she can be found spending time with her family, in her mini backyard ‘urban homestead,’ or exploring and capturing the landscapes of Alaska via photography or painting.
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Haidyn Simmons - LPC
Haidyn is dedicated to guiding her clients through their unique journeys toward healing and personal growth by fostering a safe and supportive environment where they can explore their thoughts and emotions.
Originally from Louisiana, Haidyn moved to Alaska two years ago and has fallen in love with the state’s breathtaking natural beauty and her community. In her free time, you can find her reading, spending time outdoors with her pets, practicing yoga, or enjoying a good cup of coffee with friends.
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Jennifer Dotur - LPC
Jen is a pre-licensed clinical mental health counselor with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She has worked in the mental health field for over 20 years and is passionate about walking alongside individuals and couples navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, PTSD, and relationship challenges. Jen is especially attuned to life’s complexities and brings curiosity, warmth, and compassion to her work. Outside the therapy room, she enjoys time with her family, teaching classes in homeschool and charter school communities, exploring creative expression, and collecting meaningful quotes—one of her favorites being, “The wound is the place where the Light enters you.” – Rumi
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Kelly Jordan - MA
Kelly Jordan is a pre-licensed clinician who works with women, teens, and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, relational conflict, identity development, and life transitions. She is especially passionate about helping women and teens heal from complex trauma—including survivors of sex trafficking—and offers a steady, compassionate presence rooted in empathy, empowerment, and safety.
Originally from a small ski town in Colorado, Kelly has lived across the country but now calls Alaska home. She loves spending time with her family, spoiling her dogs, and enjoying the seasons—whether that’s hiking in the sun or curling up by the fire with a book and coffee. She also loves partner dancing and finds joy in the creativity, connection, and movement it brings.
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Mary Kuepper - LPC-S
Mary has over a decade of experience working in community based mental health. Though she has worked with people across the lifespan, she specializes in work with kids, teens and families, as well as in maternal mental health. Mary is passionate about giving people the tools they need to not only function well, but to thrive in their everyday life. Though not native to Alaska, she has fallen in love with the abundant resources of this beautiful place. When not working with clients, Mary can be found adventuring, hiking and exploring. She loves to fly fish our local creeks, dig in the dirt of her backyard garden, and get in quality time with her friends, and beautiful family.
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Micha Savage - Billing Guru
Micha has been taking names and kicking you know what in the billing field for the past 11 years. As most of us know, dealing with insurance can be challenging, but Micha is up to that challenge, and brings the perfect combination of clear, kind, and smart as a whip to the job. Micha’s skillset is an especially perfect fit for us, as she is experienced in the Behavioral Health field, having served for many years within a Tribal Community Based Mental Health Program. Her work in that system gave her a deep appreciation for mental health and wellness, and a specific love for helping people navigate complex systems to get the care and support they deserve.
Who do we work with?
A safe and supportive therapeutic environment that allows adolescents and teens to discuss and explore the challenges they face in their day to day life. Our down-to-earth counselors offer humor, warmth, science based psychoeducation and practical interventions to increase skills, help better manage emotions and teach tools to learn and practice healthy ways to cope with everyday challenges and stressors.
A fun and interactive therapeutic process where children are engaged in various forms of play, movement and expression. In our child counseling sessions, kids are invited to explore and express themselves with their most natural language; play. This medium is both safe and effective, and invites kids to communicate thoughts and feelings that they might not otherwise be able to express verbally.
Counseling creates a safe space to explore and identify goals, learn and practice skills and create changes that will enable you to be a happier and healthier you. Our counselors offer science based inventions with warmth and candor, allowing for honest and open communication of thoughts and feelings. In counseling, you will come to learn more about what you do, why you do it, and how you might do it differently, moving forward.
An integrative therapy approach that involves the whole family system in identifying strengths, stressors, and challenges. The family and MSMH counselor work collaboratively to identify ways in which everyone can contribute to creating healthy and lasting change. In addition, work will be done to establish more healthy and positive styles of interacting, and nurture connection. Family therapy includes education and tools to address emotional and behavioral issues.
What can I expect from counseling at Mat-Su Mental Health?
Once you reach out, our admin guru will be in touch to talk about your particular circumstances, and get you set up with an initial session. Providing the therapeutic fit is a good one, you and your provider will work together to identify objectives, explore strategies and utilize resources. The pace and speed of the therapeutic process is up to you, as this time and space is ultimately about you.
Our therapists at MSMH will use complimentary and integrative approaches, offering a combination of traditional Western techniques as well as Eastern interventions. Should you be open to these interventions, possible areas of exploration might included guided imagery, meditation and mindfulness. Additionally, many of our MSMH providers have advanced training in modalities such as EMDR and Brainspotting, and use brain based science to offer education and support in your journey towards change.
Will seeing a therapist be helpful?
While leaning on the support of friends and family is essential, it is not always sufficient. Sometimes it can be beneficial to engage in the therapeutic process, and access the support of an unbiased person who’s routing for Team YOU. Therapy can be an incredibly supportive space that allows one to sift through and evaluate where they are, where they want to go and most importantly, how to get there.
Whether early childhood experiences of trauma, fragmented relationships, or symptoms of anxiety or depression bring you into counseling, our MSMH providers in Wasilla are here to offer unconditional positive regard and support. This process can be profoundly transformational as you work to uncover the root of the challenges you face, while teaching you skills and strategies for long term change and overall success.
How to schedule a professional counseling session.
Ready to get started? Call or email us today.
Once you reach out, our on-boarding and admin guru will contact you to gather information regarding your specific situation. We 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.
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.”
Mat-Su Mental Health’s office is conveniently located in central Wasilla. Feel free to arrive a few minutes prior to your scheduled session to grab a cup of tea and relax before meeting with your provider. We look forward to meeting you, and are honored you have chosen us to do this work alongside you.
FAQ’s
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Yes. Mat-Su Mental Health provides outpatient counseling and therapy services in Wasilla, Alaska. Our office serves individuals, couples, teens, and families across the Mat-Su Valley, including Wasilla, Palmer, and nearby communities.
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Finding the right therapist starts with identifying your needs and preferences. Our team helps match you with a licensed therapist in Wasilla who fits your goals and areas of concern.
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Our Wasilla office is designed to feel calm, comfortable, and welcoming. Clients often appreciate having a space where they can feel at ease and focus fully on their sessions.
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Yes. Our therapists work with children, teens, and adults, and tailor care based on each person’s age, needs, and goals.
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Yes, you can choose your therapist based on their specialties and your preferences. We can also help match you with a therapist who fits your needs.
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You can contact our office by phone or through our website to schedule an appointment. Our team will guide you through the process and help you get connected with the right therapist.