Category: Youth Behavioral Health

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At ARCH, Tennyson Learns to Trust; Finds His Calling to Help Others

February 1, 2022

After learning to trust and open up to his clinician at ARCH, Tennyson discovers his passion and natural talent for helping others.

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Jordan Finds Hope among Peers on Her Journey to Sobriety

February 1, 2022

After opening up to her parents that she wasn’t feeling herself, Jordan joined VOA Alaska’s Day Treatment program and found the supportive team she needed to reach her goals.

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Mental health programs partner with ASD to provide more resources for students

January 12, 2022

In the News: Our School-Based team shares the importance of providing mental health services directly within schools.

How to Make Mental Health a Priority in 2022

January 7, 2022

As you consider your goals and resolutions for the new year, we encourage you to make your mental health a priority.

A Year of Joy and Connection: 2021 in Photos

December 27, 2021

VOA Alaska’s Digital Engagement Manager gathers some of his favorite photos of the year, with a behind-the-scenes look on makes them meaningful.

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Line One: Youth mental health and substance abuse in Alaska

November 17, 2021

In The News: VOA Alaska’s Julia Luey and Jackie Wallen join Line One host Prentiss Pemberton to talk about our work to fill in the gaps to care.

Celebrating Peer Supporters: Allies, Advocates, and Friends in Recovery

October 21, 2021

From the beginning of a youth’s journey with VOA Alaska, through mental health counseling and/or substance use treatment, Peer Support Specialists are there every step of the way.

Join us in Celebrating the RESILIENCY of young Alaskans!

September 22, 2021

For National Recovery Month and Suicide Prevention Awareness Month this September, we celebrated the strength and resiliency in all of Alaska’s youth.

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Going Back-to-School with Hope and Positivity

August 26, 2021

While there is a lot of hope that this can provide some return to normalcy, Lindsay reminds parents and teachers to remain vigilant and open to what kids are experiencing.