Alaska is famous for its untamed and pristine wilderness. With vast rugged mountains and picturesque landscapes, this remote northern state has a population of just over 700,000 residents across a massive area.

Despite being the third least populated state, Alaska has a surprising number of illicit drug problems. Each year, substances are imported through parcel shipments, passenger luggage, and ports of entry. This has fueled high rates of heroin, opioid, methamphetamine, and cocaine abuse in areas across the state.

Fortunately, Alaska is also home to a diverse number of high-quality drug and alcohol treatment centers. Based in major areas like Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Wasilla, these rehabilitation centers offer a range of inpatient and outpatient services that provide recovery, hope, and healing for people struggling with addiction.

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Best Rehab Centers in Alaska

Akeela Treatment

Treatment Type:
Outpatient, Inpatient, Sober Living
Specialization:
Substance Abuse, Alcohol Abuse
Cash Price:
$$$
Genders Treated:
All
Ages Treated:
Adults
Payment Accepted:
Private Health Insurance, Private Payment, Medicaid

Founded in 1974 by local citizens, Akeela is a non-profit organization that specializes in substance abuse and mental health disorders. As one of the oldest and most diverse behavioral health programs in the state, Akeela is recognized for its excellence in outcomes, care of service, and efficiency and responsiveness. Its strong continuum of care includes prison-based substance use programs, family support, individual and group therapy, and treatment for co-occurring mental health problems.

Akeela provides a residential program for women with children, as well as a co-ed residential program for adults, including special programming for those who are dually diagnosed. They also provide offender treatment that includes a 90-day intensive outpatient program and a women’s-only residential program. For clients graduating from their treatment programs, transitional sober living housing is provided for up to 29 residents.

Fairbanks Native Association

Treatment Type:
Outpatient, Inpatient
Specialization:
Substance Abuse, Alcohol Abuse
Cash Price:
$$
Genders Treated:
All
Ages Treated:
Adults, Young Adults (12 to 17)
Payment Accepted:
Private Health Insurance, Private Payment

The Fairbanks Native Association provides inpatient and outpatient addiction treatment for Alaska Natives and American Indians. As a behavioral health provider, FNA provides multiple programs for treating alcohol and substance abuse. They aim to be inclusive of all cultures and their mission is to promote spirituality, cultural identity, self-reliance, and physical and mental health.

Their residential program at the Ralph Purdue Center provides short-term treatment for approximately 45 days for up to 10 men and women. Treatment includes medically assisted detox, individual counseling, group therapy, anger management, and case management.

This center also provides an outpatient program for up to 30 clients and consists of counseling and evidence-based practice methods to promote long-term recovery. FNA also offers additional treatment programs for adolescents, women, women with children, and those with co-occuring mental health problems.

Narcotic Drug Treatment Center

Treatment Type:
Outpatient
Specialization:
Medically Assisted Treatments, Opioids
Cash Price:
$$
Genders Treated:
All
Ages Treated:
Adults
Payment Accepted:
Private Health Insurance, Private Payment, Medicaid

The Narcotic Drug Treatment Center (NDTC) is a non-profit organization that provides treatment for individuals struggling with opioid addiction. This CARF-accredited facility has been operating since 1974 and provides counseling and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for dependency on opiates. A key component of their treatment philosophy and its effectiveness is the willingness of the patient to recover and seek help.

NDTC’s holistic treatment aims to address a client’s physical, psychological, social, and economic needs. This makes it an ideal center for those seeking a whole-person approach to opiate addiction recovery. Their services include detox, individual and group counseling, medication-led therapies using Methadone, and medical, educational, and nutritional referral services.

Turning Point Counseling Services

Treatment Type:
Outpatient
Specialization:
Substance Abuse, Alcohol Abuse
Cash Price:
$$
Genders Treated:
All
Ages Treated:
Adults
Payment Accepted:
Private Health Insurance, Private Payment

Turning Point Counseling Services (TPCS) is a CARF-accredited facility that specializes in treating addiction and mental health issues. Their philosophy is that recovery is possible for everyone and that successful treatment extends into an individual’s family and wider community. TPCS’s unique approach combines holistic treatment with psychiatric and evidence-based methods.

Intensive outpatient treatment consists of a 12-week program designed to concurrently treat mental health issues. Their approaches include psychoeducation, individual therapy, brainspotting — a neurobiological tool to release stored trauma — naturopathic medicine, equine-assisted therapy, meditation, and nutrition. Treatment is conducted in phases, beginning with an 8-week intensive course, followed by a shorter phase focused on relapse prevention, 12-steps, and spiritual growth.

Anchorage Treatment Solutions

Treatment Type:
Outpatient
Specialization:
Medically Assisted Treatments, Opioids
Cash Price:
$
Genders Treated:
All
Ages Treated:
Adults
Payment Accepted:
Private Health Insurance, Private Payment, Medicaid

Anchorage Treatment Solutions is part of the Mission Treatment Centers, a network of health providers that treat opioid addiction with supervised medication-assisted treatment using Methadone, Subutex, Suboxone, and Vivitrol. Along with these medications, ATS also provides individual and group therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction. Their team of qualified counselors, doctors, and nurses provide the varied support needed to help guide individuals towards recovery.

Providing comprehensive MAT therapies and therapeutic interventions, ATS works closely with patients to create customized treatment plans. This center’s reputation for successful medication-led treatment and excellent service would suit individuals seeking MAT-led approaches for opioid addiction.

Ideal Option

Treatment Type:
Outpatient
Specialization:
Medically Assisted Treatments, Opioids
Cash Price:
$
Genders Treated:
All
Ages Treated:
Adults
Payment Accepted:
Private Health Insurance, Private Payment, Medicaid

Founded in 2012 by two emergency medicine physicians, Ideal Option provides addiction treatment to underserved populations. With 65 clinics in 10 states, this organization utilizes medication, behavioral health, and community partnerships to treat alcohol and drug abuse. Ideal Option’s clinics provide evidence-based treatment to stabilize clients and guide them towards sobriety.

This facility in Anchorage provides rehab for opioid addiction using medication-led treatment with drugs such as Suboxone and Vivitrol. Situated in a primary-care-like setting, the center offers same-day treatment in a caring and compassionate environment. Ideal Option has no waitlists, no penalties for relapses, and no financial barriers as they will treat anyone, regardless of financial status.

For comparable MAT-led treatment that also includes counseling, individuals may also want to check out NDTC and Anchorage Treatment Solutions.

Nugen’s Ranch

Treatment Type:
Inpatient
Specialization:
Substance Abuse, Alcohol Abuse
Cash Price:
$$
Genders Treated:
All
Ages Treated:
Adults
Payment Accepted:
Private Health Insurance, Private Payment

Situated in the beautiful Matanuska-Susitna Valley, Nugen’s Ranch is a residential treatment facility for alcohol and drug addiction. Founded in 1981 by Leonard and Herietta Nugen, the ranch was the first long-term addiction treatment program in Alaska to receive CARF accreditation.

Clients who receive treatment at Nugen’s become part of a community that works together to contribute to daily life on the ranch. The 116-acre site provides a home-like atmosphere with a large garden, greenhouse, and a working ranch with animals. The ranch also offers an outside workshop, a workout room, a computer lab, and areas for arts and crafts.

Treatment at the ranch consists of personalized assessments with a trained counselor, followed by individual and group therapy which are based largely on the twelve-step philosophy. The care and maintenance of the animals and surrounding gardens also form part of the therapy at Nugen Ranch, as it helps foster a sense of self-worth.

Jett Morgan Treatment Services

Treatment Type:
Outpatient
Specialization:
Substance Abuse, Alcohol Abuse
Cash Price:
$$
Genders Treated:
All
Ages Treated:
Adults
Payment Accepted:
Private Payment

Jett Morgan is an outpatient center that provides treatment for alcohol and drug addiction. Established in 2011 and nationally accredited by CARF, Jett Morgan’s clients are largely referred from community sources including probation programs, halfway houses, hospitals, prosecutor’s offers, and employers.

Treatment at Jett Morgan is client-centered, and their philosophy is that patients have the capacity to make appropriate decisions to reclaim their life. Treatment is not based on the 12-steps but is instead focused on neuroscience, relapse prevention models, and motivational counseling that is strength-based and goal-oriented. Other services at Jett Morgan include individual and group counseling, continuing care, anger management, and integrated assessments.

Set Free Alaska

Treatment Type:
Outpatient, Inpatient
Specialization:
Substance Abuse, Alcohol Abuse
Cash Price:
$$
Genders Treated:
All
Ages Treated:
Adults, Young Adults
Payment Accepted:
Private Health Insurance, Private Payment, Medicaid

Set Free is an organization dedicated to the treatment of substance abuse and mental illness using a trauma-informed approach. This CARF-accredited facility started in 2008 and offers both inpatient and outpatient services. Treatment is based around comprehensive assessments, psychoeducational and evidence-based methods, as well as group and individual therapies.

Set Free’s outpatient programs employ a personalized mind-body-spirit approach to recovery by using spiritual, clinical, and therapeutic methods. They also offer two gender-specific residential facilities, with capacity for up to 16 residents. These inpatient facilities provide individual and group counseling, trauma-informed treatment, case management, co-occurring mental health treatment, and continuing care. Set Free also offers a sliding scale for those experiencing financial difficulty.

Community Medical Services – Wasilla

Treatment Type:
Outpatient
Specialization:
Medically Assisted Treatments, Opioids
Cash Price:
$
Genders Treated:
All
Ages Treated:
Adults
Payment Accepted:
Private Payment

Established in Arizona in 1983, Community Medical Services (CMS) provides opioid addiction treatment in 40 clinics across 9 states. These centers focus on addressing the opioid epidemic and working with communities to provide substance education. Their continuum of care consists of medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and a whole-patient approach tgat also combines counseling and behavioral therapy.

As part of their treatment, CMS Wasila utilizes Methadone, Buprenorphine, and Naltrexone, three FDA-approved medications for opioid abuse. Through MAT, the goal is to stabilize individuals and find the lowest dose to relieve cravings for the client. Through evidence-based practices and individual and group counseling, clients are guided to work on problem-solving skills and coping strategies for long-term recovery. They also have an integrated peer support network with correctional health, hospitals, community outreach, and more.

Southcentral Foundation

Treatment Type:
Outpatient, Detox
Specialization:
Substance Abuse, Alcohol Abuse
Cash Price:
$$
Genders Treated:
All
Ages Treated:
Adults
Payment Accepted:
Private Health Insurance, Private Payment, Medicaid

The Southcentral Foundation is a private rehabilitation facility that provides multiple outpatient programs for mental health problems and addiction. Incorporated in 1982 under the Tribal authority of Cook Inlet Region, SF serves Alaska Natives and American Indians and aims to achieve health and wellness for these populations.

Their Detox program is open to all residents of Alaska and provides medical detox with 24-hour supervision. They also offer an outpatient program called Four Directions, which offers dual diagnosis, counseling, relapse prevention, parenting, anger management, domestic violence, and emotional regulation. SF also offers programs specific to women with or without children, as well as MAT for opioids, alcohol, and tobacco.

Genesis Recovery Services

Treatment Type:
Outpatient, Inpatient
Specialization:
Substance Abuse, Alcohol Abuse
Cash Price:
$$
Genders Treated:
All
Ages Treated:
Adults
Payment Accepted:
Private Health Insurance, Private Payment, Medicaid

Genesis Recovery is a behavioral health service that has been providing treatment for alcohol and substance abuse for over 25 years. Founded on a respectful and non-shaming approach, Genesis Recovery supports the individual’s self-worth while addressing the underlying causes of their addiction. Their individualized programs include 24-hour monitored care, family care, and assessments and referrals.

Treatment at Genesis Recovery is based on psychological perspectives and focuses largely on counseling and understanding the root cause of addiction. The goal is to guide clients towards physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health. They believe that each person is unique, and all clients are encouraged to exercise autonomy and determine what works best for them. Genesis Recovery also helps clients achieve employment, financial stability, positive self-esteem, and the development of constructive relationships.

Cook Inlet Tribal Council

Treatment Type:
Inpatient
Specialization:
Substance Abuse, Alcohol Abuse
Cash Price:
$$
Genders Treated:
All
Ages Treated:
Adults
Payment Accepted:
Private Health Insurance, Private Payment, Medicaid

CITC Recovery Services provides residential care for individuals struggling with alcohol or drug addiction. Similar to Nugen’s Ranch, this CARF-accredited facility utilizes a ‘village care model’ and provides comprehensive care to clients at all stages of recovery. This means residents live together in an organized and supportive community that promotes wellness, personal change, and long-term recovery.

Their Ernie Turner residential facility provides 16 beds and is situated near Eklutna Village. Along with accommodation, the center also provides an arts and crafts area, a carving room, and a fitness center. Residents can also make use of their therapeutic sweat lodge while partaking in outdoor recreational and wellness activities such as hiking, gardening, and horseback riding. Stays typically last for 6 months, and during that time, residents receive mental health and substance abuse counseling, group therapy, and case management.

Adult & Teen Challenge Wasilla

Treatment Type:
Inpatient
Specialization:
Substance Abuse, Alcohol Abuse
Cash Price:
$$
Genders Treated:
Male
Ages Treated:
Adults
Payment Accepted:
Private Payment

Adult & Teen Challenge is a faith-based discipleship program that provides residential services for alcohol and drug addiction. Operating across many states for over 60 years, Adult Teen & Challenge has a high rate of success, with 78% of their graduates remaining free from addiction.

Their holistic residential program utilizes Bible-based courses to help transition towards sober living while empowering people to heal addictions and other mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and anger. The men-only program at Adult & Teen Challenge in Wasilla is a 1-year program that consists of individual and group biblical studies, work projects, recreation, and more.

Clitheroe Center

Treatment Type:
Outpatient, Inpatient
Specialization:
Substance Abuse, Alcohol Abuse
Cash Price:
$$
Genders Treated:
All
Ages Treated:
Adults
Payment Accepted:
Private Health Insurance, Private Payment, Medicaid

The Clitheroe Center is part of the Salvation Army and provides inpatient and outpatient treatment for alcohol and drug addiction. Accredited by CARF, the Clitheroe Center aims to restore individuals and improve their quality of life by guiding them towards autonomy and long-term recovery.

Treatment at Clitheroe utilizes a combination of individual counseling, group therapy, and family support. Their men’s and women’s residential programs provide gender-specific campuses which offer individualized treatment designed to target specific problem areas in their life. Their outpatient and aftercare programs focus on issues that can occur outside of a residential treatment setting and include classes such as Alcohol and Drug Information School (ADIS) and Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT).

Copper River Native Association

Treatment Type:
Outpatient
Specialization:
Substance Abuse, Alcohol Abuse
Cash Price:
$$
Genders Treated:
All
Ages Treated:
Adults, Young Adults
Payment Accepted:
Private Health Insurance, Private Payment, Medicaid

Copper River Native Association (CRNA) provides outpatient treatment for individuals struggling with addiction. Comprised of more than 140 staff, CRNA is founded on the Ahtna T’aene Nene’ Copper Basin tribe culture. Their aim is to provide comprehensive integrated health care to improve individuals’ emotional, physical, spiritual, and community health. Their combination of traditional culture with modern science, research, and technology makes them a unique provider of substance abuse treatment.

CRNA’s whole-person approach includes a combination of resiliency programs, psychiatry, individual and group therapy, couples and family therapy, and follow-up care. They also offer other services such as anger management, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, telehealth, skill development, and sober support groups. CNRA also provides a sliding-fee scale option.

Serenity House Treatment Center

Treatment Type:
Outpatient, Inpatient
Specialization:
Substance Abuse, Alcohol Abuse
Cash Price:
$$$
Genders Treated:
All
Ages Treated:
Adults, Young Adults
Payment Accepted:
Private Health Insurance, Private Payment, Medicaid

Serenity House is a rehabilitation center that provides inpatient and outpatient programs for alcohol and substance abuse. Accredited by the Joint Commission, Serenity House is a community-nurtured organization dedicated to providing wellness and high-quality health care. Serenity House also provides an outpatient adolescent program, a detox program, and a mental health program.

Their residential treatment center is a 12-bed facility situated on 40 acres of forest between Kenai and Soldotna. The average stay is 6 to 8 weeks, with treatment consisting of 12-step models and individual and group counseling. They also have outpatient and intensive outpatient programs for individuals who have graduated from their residential program. Outpatient treatment consists of family group therapy, relapse prevention, art therapy, mindfulness, interpersonal skills group, and seeking safety.

True North Recovery

Treatment Type:
Outpatient, Sober Living
Specialization:
Substance Abuse, Alcohol Abuse
Cash Price:
$$
Genders Treated:
All
Ages Treated:
Young Adults
Payment Accepted:
Private Health Insurance, Private Payment, Medicaid

True North Recovery provides client-centered behavioral health treatment and rehabilitation for drug and alcohol abuse. Their treatment includes evidence-based practices, partnerships, and community-based recovery support. True North aims to provide a safe and supportive environment to enable individuals to achieve long-term recovery.

Treatment services at True North Recovery include crisis stabilization, assessment and diagnosis, treatment for co-occurring mental health disorders, peer support, individual therapy, continuing care, and sober living for men and women. Their services are also available for same-day appointments. Individuals seeking outpatient treatment with a strong focus on mental health treatment may also be interested in Turning Point in Fairbanks.

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation

Treatment Type:
Outpatient, Inpatient
Specialization:
Substance Abuse, Alcohol Abuse, Opioids
Cash Price:
$$
Genders Treated:
All
Ages Treated:
Adults
Payment Accepted:
Private Health Insurance, Private Payment

The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation (YKHC) is a Tribal Organization that provides treatment for alcohol and drug abuse in southwest Alaska. Serving federally recognized tribes, YKHC strives to provide high-quality services on behalf of the Indian Health Service (IHS). This system of care encompasses liaisons with community clinics, regional hospitals and clinics, behavioral health services, and other substance abuse counseling treatment centers.

Residential treatment at YKHC consists of a 6-week intensive program where individuals receive trauma-informed care, 12-step principles, individual and group therapy, and co-occurring treatment for mental health. Their outpatient program includes screenings, assessment, case management, and therapy in person or via their telehealth services. YKHC also offers medication-assisted therapy for opioid addiction and sobering centers for individuals who need immediate and temporary detox.

Pacific Rim Counseling

Treatment Type:
Outpatient
Specialization:
Substance Abuse, Alcohol Abuse
Cash Price:
$$
Genders Treated:
All
Ages Treated:
Adults
Payment Accepted:
Private Payment

Pacific Rim is an outpatient facility that provides counseling services for alcohol and drug addiction. Serving the North Star Community for over two decades, this center’s mission is to provide professional outpatient treatment to promote and inspire individuals towards long-term sobriety.

Their CARF-accredited services include drug and alcohol assessment, individual counseling, Alcohol and Drug Information School (ADIS), dialectical-behavior therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, and Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) groups. Pacific Rim is also currently working to expand to telehealth and videoconferencing for individuals who require remote services.

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