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The United States, a nation celebrated for its rich cultural diversity and dynamic economy, faces significant mental health challenges exacerbated by social and economic disparities. One in five adults, or 21%, experienced mental illness in 2020, highlighting the urgent need for accessible mental health support in the United States. Economic factors such as income inequality, rising housing costs, and job insecurity significantly impact mental health, creating stress and increasing the prevalence of disorders like anxiety and depression. Access to mental health services in the United States remains a barrier with a critical shortage of providers, especially in rural areas. This disparity underscores a need for affordable mental health care in the United States. The pandemic worsened existing mental health challenges, intensifying issues of fragility in the healthcare system and reinforcing the necessity for improved mental health resources in the United States. Despite these obstacles, initiatives to expand mental health programs and services, such as telehealth and community-based interventions, are providing hope. These efforts, combined with a focus on improving insurance coverage and affordability, aim to close the treatment gap. By exploring this directory, individuals can find mental health resources in the United States tailored to their specific needs, promoting well-being in communities nationwide.

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United States Stats
Total Listeners
226,247
People Helped
33,528,819
Top Issues in United States
10.2%
Anxiety
9.9%
Depression
5.8%
Relationship Stress
5.7%
Breakups
5.2%
Managing Emotions
4.7%
Loneliness
4.3%
Family Stress
3.2%
Bullying
2.8%
LGBTQ+ Issues
2.8%
Self-Harm
2.7%
Social Anxiety
2.6%
Panic Attacks
2.3%
Forgiveness
2.3%
Student Life
2.2%
Work Stress
2.1%
Eating Disorder
2.1%
Sleeping Well
2%
Self-Esteem
1.9%
Alcohol/Drug Abuse
1.8%
Grief
1.8%
General Mental Health
1.7%
ADHD
1.7%
Getting Unstuck
1.5%
PTSD
1.4%
Weight Management
1.4%
Exercise Motivation
1.4%
Bipolar
1.3%
Financial Stress
1.3%
Domestic Violence
1.2%
Parenting
0.9%
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
0.9%
Women's Issues
0.9%
Spirituality
0.8%
Chronic Pain
0.8%
Disabilities
0.7%
Borderline (BPD)
0.7%
Sexual Health
0.6%
Recovery
0.4%
Diabetes
0.4%
Cancer
0.4%
Racial & Cultural Identity
0.3%
Perinatal Mood Disorder
0.3%
Addiction
0.2%
Autism Spectrum
0.2%
Schizophrenia
0.2%
Men's Issues
0.1%
Dissociative Disorders
0.1%
Adoption/Foster Care
0.1%
Personality Disorder

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Karen Cooper

Karen Cooper

Anchorage , AK
Counselor, MS
Karen Cooper is a highly skilled counselor with over twenty-three years of experience in helping adults navigate the complexities of trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, and sexual addiction. Throughout her career, she has collaborated with prominent leaders in the field, including Dr. Robert Weiss, PhD, and has mastered Dr. Patrick Carnes's PhD task-based recovery model for sex addiction. Deeply embedded in the recovery community, Karen possesses the unique ability to empathize with her clients, providing nuanced understanding and expert support for those facing challenges that disrupt healthy sobriety. Recognizing that personal and relational difficulties often stem from underlying mental health issues and past traumas, she effectively addresses self-destructive behaviors that arise in response to distress. Employing a comprehensive approach that includes mindfulness-based practices, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and trauma-focused strategies, Karen is dedicated to facilitating healing. Whether an individual is new to recovery or someone seeking assistance with established sexual compulsivity that impacts their mental and emotional well-being, she offers the professional guidance necessary to navigate their path to recovery. Licensed in both Washington and Alaska, Karen provides engaging telehealth services as well as in-person sessions.
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Addiction General Mental Health Mindfulness PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
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Michael Aanavi

Michael Aanavi

Anchorage , AK
Michael Aanavi is a dedicated therapist who draws on a diverse range of psychological practices, including Jungian, existential, and relational psychologies, alongside teachings from the world's great spiritual paths, particularly the Buddhist and Daoist traditions. His work transcends traditional cognitive and insight-driven methods; it embodies an energetic practice that embraces dreams, intuition, meditation, and the imaginal process, recognizing that discovering one's unique purpose is vital for healing both psyche and body. As a licensed acupuncturist, he seamlessly integrates acupuncture and elements of Chinese medicine into his psychotherapy, creating a holistic approach. Michael's expertise encompasses a wide array of emotional, physical, spiritual, and mind-body issues, including anxiety, depression, personal and intergenerational trauma, chronic pain, sleep disturbances, and energy depletion. He is particularly attuned to individuals grappling with identity, direction, and life path, offering support to those who feel stuck, unwell, or unfulfilled, as well as to those wishing to deepen their spirituality and connection to their sense of purpose.
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Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Chronic Pain Depression General Mental Health Getting Unstuck Grief LGBTQ+ PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress Sleeping Well Spirituality
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Ashley Barrera

Ashley Barrera

Anchorage , AK
Ashley Barrera is a compassionate and skilled Licensed Marital and Family Therapist who works with teens, adults, couples, and families navigating a diverse range of mental health and relationship challenges. She firmly believes that each individual possesses unique abilities and strengths that can lead to a healthier and more fulfilling life. However, accessing and applying these tools can sometimes feel overwhelming, leading to dissatisfaction in various aspects of life and relationships. As a dedicated therapist, Ashley guides her clients on a journey of self-discovery, helping them identify and harness their inherent strengths to achieve greater satisfaction and fulfillment. Her areas of specialization encompass relationship issues, including dating and cohabitation, marriage, separation, divorce, remarriage, blended family dynamics, parenting, and co-parenting concerns. With Level 2 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy (GMCT), she incorporates this evidence-based approach to foster healthier relationships and strengthen connections among couples. Her warm and empathetic approach makes her a trusted partner in navigating life's complexities.
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Anxiety Depression Family Stress Grief LGBTQ+ PTSD/Trauma Parenting
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