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About
The rehabilitation center, known as the Anchorage Psychiatric Hospital, is a governmental facility that offers essential support to residents of Alaska through a caring approach that emphasizes safety, integrity, and a sense of hope. Operated by the Alaska Department of Family and Community Services, this center provides both inpatient and outpatient mental health support to young people and adults, including individuals who need specialized forensic care or extended treatment. With the capacity to accommodate up to 80 individuals, the center focuses on addressing acute psychiatric issues through well-organized programs designed to foster stabilization, recovery, and independence.
The team of clinicians employs proven therapeutic approaches, including comprehensive diagnostic assessments, family and group therapy, as well as individual psychotherapy sessions that last between 30 to 60 minutes. Services offered include collaborative treatment planning, psychiatric evaluations with or without medical intervention, and ongoing follow-up care. The staff is committed to continuous learning and high standards, creating a welcoming and non-judgmental atmosphere where patients can acquire coping mechanisms and enhance their resilience.
Patients are assigned to one of three secure units—adolescent, forensic, or adult—depending on their therapeutic needs and safety requirements. Room assignments are tailored to accommodate individual situations. The staff coordinates meals and transportation for outpatient clients as necessary. While availability may fluctuate based on gender demographics or the necessity for personalized attention, the primary emphasis remains on sustaining a structured, nurturing environment that promotes healing and individual development.
Treatment Focus
At the rehabilitation center, you will find individualized support for mental health issues. Their services include therapeutic interventions and customized treatment plans that align with your specific requirements, diagnoses, and personal choices.
Founded
1962
Typical Program Length
90 days
Providers Policy
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Services & Amenities
Insurance Accepted
AetnaAnthemBlueCross BlueShieldBright HealthCareFirstCarelon Behavioral HealthCignaComPsychGuideWellHealthNetHealthPartnersHighmarkHumanaITU FundsIntermountain HealthcareKaiser PermanenteMHNMedicaidMedicareOptumOscarTricareTufts HealthUnited Healthcare
Care Options
OutpatientResidential Rehab
Specializations
DepressionPost Traumatic Stress DisorderSchizophrenia
Who We Treat
MenMen and WomenWomen
Treatment Approaches
Evidence-BasedFamily InvolvementIndividual Treatment
Therapies
1-on-1 CounselingCognitive Behavioral TherapyDialectical Behavior TherapyFamily TherapyGroup TherapyLife SkillsPsychoeducationTrauma-Specific Therapy
Languages Spoken
English
Aftercare Services
Discharge PlanningOutpatient Treatment
Conditions We Treat
AnxietyBipolarDepressionPersonality DisordersPost Traumatic Stress DisorderSuicidality
Location
Location
3700 Piper Street, Anchorage, AK, 99508











