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Fairbanks, AK 99712

Fairbanks, AK 99712 Local Support & Community Resources

Fairbanks, Alaska, known for its unique blend of cultural diversity and striking natural landscapes, faces a range of social and economic challenges that impact residents' well-being. With a significant portion of the population grappling with issues related to housing and employment, access to healthcare and mental health services becomes increasingly vital. The community has experienced shifts in economic stability, influenced by fluctuating median incomes and housing trends, which can exacerbate stress and mental health concerns. Moreover, environmental factors such as air quality can further affect mental health, leading to increased anxiety and related issues. Fortunately, Fairbanks offers a variety of mental health resources, encompassing counseling, therapy, and support networks tailored to address these specific challenges. Residents are encouraged to explore the plentiful options available through local services aimed at enhancing mental wellness and fostering resilience within the community.

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Lisa Root

Lisa Root

Fairbanks, AK
Counselor, Mental Health, Psyd
Dr. Lisa Root is a dedicated mental health counselor practicing in Fairbanks, Alaska. She offers comprehensive support to individuals across a wide spectrum of ages, from toddlers (1 to 3) and children (5 to 10) to preteens (10 to 13), teens (13 to 18), and adults (18 to 65). Dr. Root provides individual, family, and group therapy, with services also available through online chat. Her expertise encompasses a diverse range of concerns, including addiction, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), alcohol and drug use, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, domestic violence, eating disorders, family stress, general well-being and mental health concerns, grief, LGBTQ+ related concerns, men's and women's issues, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), parenting challenges, trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), relationship stress, spirituality, and weight management. Dr. Root utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Family Systems Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Narrative Therapy, Existential Therapy, Multicultural Therapy, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Sandplay Therapy, Transpersonal Therapy, and Jungian Therapy. She offers her services in English (US).
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ADHD Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Bipolar Depression Domestic Violence Eating Disorders Family Stress General Mental Health Grief LGBTQ+ Men's & Women's Issues Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress Spirituality Weight Management

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