Shishmaref Addiction Therapist

Shishmaref Addiction Therapist for Outpatient Treatment and Support

Addiction can impact every part of life emotional health, relationships, work, and connection to community. If you or someone you love in Shishmaref, AK is struggling with substance use, know that help is available. TruPaths is a free, ethical, and confidential platform that connects individuals and families with licensed outpatient addiction therapists. With TruPaths, finding compassionate, culturally aware care in Shishmaref is easy, private, and always free.

Featured Outpatient Addiction Programs in Shishmaref

Residents of Shishmaref have access to outpatient addiction services through a combination of local programs and telehealth support. TruPaths partners with vetted, licensed providers who offer flexible, evidence-based care, including:

Shishmaref Community Wellness Clinic

Offers locally informed outpatient counseling services with an emphasis on respect for Native traditions and healing practices.

Norton Sound Health Corporation Behavioral Health

Provides trauma-informed addiction therapy and outpatient support both in-person and virtually across the Bering Strait region.

Family Pathways Counseling – Northwest Arctic Region

Supports individuals and families with therapy focused on rebuilding trust, improving communication, and addressing long-term recovery.

YouthPath Recovery Program – Rural Alaska

Focused on teens and young adults, combining therapy, school coordination, and family support delivered through local and remote options.

Northern Horizons Teletherapy Group

Specializes in CBT, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based recovery support via secure telehealth platforms designed for remote communities.

What to Expect from an Addiction Therapist in Shishmaref

Warm, Unique-to-You, and Flexible Outpatient Care

Outpatient therapy in Shishmaref is designed to offer flexible, effective recovery support while respecting the unique challenges of living in a remote village. Sessions may be in person or via telehealth, depending on availability and preference.

Confidential, Culturally Aware Care

Flexible Duration and Scheduling

Effective, Personalized Treatment

Relapse Prevention and Aftercare

Family Guidance and Support in the Recovery Process

Addiction affects the entire family, not just the individual. TruPaths helps Shishmaref families connect with therapists who provide education, counseling, and tools for healing together.

Family services include:

Therapy focused on rebuilding trust and healthy communication
Resources for setting boundaries and supporting recovery
Continued family involvement before, during, and after treatment

Common questions from families:

How do we support our loved one without enabling?
Can we be involved in therapy sessions?
What happens after outpatient care ends?

Local Resources and Nearby Communities

In addition to TruPaths’ trusted providers, Shishmaref residents can access behavioral health services through Norton Sound Health Corporation, local health aides, and regional peer support networks. Nearby communities offering additional outpatient care include:

Nome Addiction Counseling

Brevig Mission Behavioral Therapy

Teller Substance Use Support