Now Accepting Teenage clients

Immediate openings for teenage clients and couples therapy

Trauma Therapy & Counseling InAnchorage, AK

Common Thread Counseling is a trauma-focused therapy clinic located in Anchorage, Alaska, offering in-person and online counseling services throughout the state. Learn more about Brainspotting, EMDR Therapy, Couples Therapy and our Individual Therapy services.

When 'Just Getting Through the Day' Feels Like Too Much

Sometimes the weight you’re carrying doesn’t have a specific name. It looks like a mind that won’t stop racing at 2:00 AM, a nagging feeling that you’re ‘not enough,’ or a quickness to anger that surprises even you. Whether you call it trauma or just ‘the way life is,’ you don’t have to manage it alone.

Who WeHelp

For Adults: The Inner Critic & Anxiety

Do you feel like your own worst critic?

We help high-functioning adults who look like they have it all together on the outside but are struggling with depression, negative self-talk, and anxiety on the inside. We work together to quiet the noise and help you feel grounded in your own skin again.

For Teens: Beyond the "Behavior"

More than just 'acting out.'

Teenage years are a whirlwind. When grades drop, moods shift, or behaviors become a battleground, it’s usually a sign of a deeper struggle. We provide a safe, non-judgmental space for Anchorage teens to process their world and for parents to find a way back to connection.

For Couples: Breaking the Cycle

Rediscover the 'Us' in your relationship.

Couples therapy isn’t just for crises—it’s for any pair tired of the same cycles. We help you move past the ‘surface’ arguments to address the deeper needs for security and understanding.

Access your Brain’s Natural Healing Power

About Common Thread Counseling

Alaska’s Premier Trauma Therapy Clinic

Meet our team and learn about our cutting-edge methods to get you back on track in creating the life you want. Click the link below to book a Free 30-Minute Interview with our Intake Coordinator.

OurServices

Individual Therapy

Brainspotting

Brainspotting Intensive

EMDR Therpay

Consultation & Supervision

MeetOur Team

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Olya Clem

Therapist, LPC

Learn more about Olya Clem, trauma-informed clinician trained in EMDR and Brainspotting.

Duncan Brooks

MS, LPC

Learn more about Duncan Brooks and his trauma-informed approach to mental health care and addiction.

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Hannah Andrews

MS — Therapist

Learn more about Hannah Andrews and his trauma-informed approach to mental health care and addiction.

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Katherine Werling

Intake Coordinator & Administrative Assistant

Learn more about our intake coordinator and administrative assisant Katherine Werling.

Your Mind Holds the Key to Your Healing Journey

How Does Our Process Work

1

Schedule a Free 30-Min Call

Schedule your free 30-minute interview. We’ll talk about what we can offer and how we can best help you meet your therapy goals.

2

Get matched with a therapist​

Begin your journey away from the grips of trauma toward greater healing and resilience.

3

Start your journey

Get matched with the right therapist, get your treatment plan, and we’ll talk through what we feel will work best for you.

Anchorage Office

Serving clients in-person at our Anchorage office (615 E 82nd Ave) and online throughout Alaska, including Fairbanks, Juneau, Wasilla, and surrounding communities.

Discover Deep Healing led by your own Nervous System

Let us guide you on a transformative journey where your story unfolds with care, compassion, and purpose. At Common Thread Counseling, we’re here to help you embrace a brighter, more balanced future.