The painting of Harold Newton, one of The Florida Highwaymen, inspired this imaginary Alaskan scene. His use of color and the beauty of his storm as well as the circumstances of his life and his gifts give me hope to create instead of watching Youtube.
Registration for the 11th Annual Advanced Trauma Training Institute is now open! Please visit our Training page to register for this training opportunity (no cost to attend). Alaska Advanced Trauma Training Institute – Register Now for May 9th & 10th, 2024
Alaska Behavioral Health and the Fairbanks Wellness Coalition are pleased to present a free screening of Here.Is.Better. – a documentary that follows four US military veterans as they go through treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder. Many thanks to the Fairbanks North Star Borough Parks & Recreation Department for sponsoring to make this a free event! […]
Alaska Behavioral Health has begun implementing a new evidence-based treatment for working with children and families. MATCH – ADTC stands Modular Approach to Therapy for Children with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, or Conduct Problems. What is MATCH? MATCH is designed to be flexible to provide a wide range of tools and supports, depending on the child’s strengths and […]
Common Sense Parenting® (CSP) provides parents and caregivers with logical strategies and easy-to-learn techniques to address issues of communication, discipline, decision-making, relationships, self-control and school success. These classes incorporate research-proven child care methods that are derived directly from the Boys Town Family Home Program℠ and adapted for use in the home by parents. Each skill […]
ACMHS, Inc. was established in 1974 Anchorage Community Mental Health Services, Inc. (ACMHS) was established on June 11, 1974 as a private not-for-profit corporation to provide treatment for people with mental illness in the Anchorage area. Since then, we have served thousands of Alaskans experiencing mental health challenges, from chronic serious mental illness to anxiety […]
Alaska Seeds of Change is celebrating its birthday! Get ready for an unforgettable evening packed with fun and community spirit! What: Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store: Pepper Cook-Off Competition: Spice up the night with our fiery contest! Community Trivia Night: Put your knowledge to the test and compete for glory! Dinner and Dessert: Indulge […]
Mental Health First Aid® (MHFA) is a full day course that teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or […]
Join us for Here.Is.Better. at the Bear Tooth,learn about psychosis and get ready for late summer training events.
Adult Mental Health Residential Treatment Services focus on teaching clients skills to improve their quality of life, and allow a place to practice routines that support wellness with the goal of moving toward more independent living. Services are provided under a Medicaid waiver program approved by the State of Alaska and the federal Centers for […]
Trauma 101 training focuses on understanding how trauma impacts the body and the brain, how people adapt to trauma, and what we can do as providers, caregivers and community members to support recovery and resiliency. The Trauma 101 training is not a training on a specific type of intervention but is focused on how we […]
