CCBHC stands for Certified Community Behavioral Health Center. As a CCBHC, Alaska Behavioral Health provides a list of comprehensive integrated services meeting 161 criteria related to quality and access, as defined by SAMHSA, the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, including:
- Integrated Primary Care
- Integrated Psychiatry
- Assessments completed at first visit using evidence-based practice models
- Treatment within 2 weeks
- Walk in and same day assessments for those with urgent needs
- Electronic medical record using evidence-based documentation practices; documentation is done collaboratively with the patient
We have more than 100 clinical providers, including:
- Adult and Child Psychiatric providers
- Licensed Clinical Social Workers
- Licensed Professional Counselors
- Physician Assistants
- Family Practice Nurse Practitioners
- Psychologists
Our well-trained support staff includes certified peer support specialists, registered nurses, and clinical associates.
We have grown!
Over the last five years, we have increased the number of clients served annually. We serve clients of all ages. The average age of clients is 33 years. 7% of clients are under age 8; another 7% are 65 or older. 56% of clients are women and girls.
We’ve also sharpened our focus on providing evidence-based therapies to help clients manage symptoms and improve their quality of life. Psychotherapy services have increased 2.5 times, while case management services have decreased.
Why evidence-based practices? EPB’s are the most effective and efficient way to help clients get better.
We serve clients across the state of Alaska, from Ketchikan to Utqiagvik, Haines to Nome. We have clinic locations in Anchorage, Mat Su, and Fairbanks. Telehealth helps extend our reach.
51% of clients are being treated for mood disorders, including anxiety and depression. More than half of our clients report improved symptoms shortly after starting treatment. 72% of adults experienced improvement in traumatic stress symptoms. Read more about our outcomes.
