A Shared Vision

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I’m Angelina (she/her), a Latinx, first-generation, neurodivergent, pre-licensed counselor working toward licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Alaska. I provide counseling to adults, couples (LGBTQ+ and poly couples are welcome), and youth on a case-by-case basis.

I value authenticity and bring my genuine self into the therapeutic space. This may include moments where I get excited explaining counseling concepts or occasionally stumble over my words, something I see as part of being human and building real connection. 

My approach is trauma-informed and centers on helping clients regulate their nervous systems and find long-term relief.

I am a Certified Brainspotting Practitioner and a Certified Mental Health Specialist in the EAGALA Model of Equine-Assisted Therapy. I also integrate other evidence-based modalities into my work and will soon be trained in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) to further support trauma processing and nervous system regulation.

I have experience working in residential treatment, intensive outpatient programs, community mental health, and private practice. I work with individuals experiencing prolonged grief, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, relationship concerns, substance use, autism, ADHD, and concerns related to military service and first responder experiences. I am also pursuing additional specialized training in the treatment of OCD.

I truly love what I do and deeply respect the complexities of the worlds my clients live in. My hope is that you feel comfortable, supported, and empowered in our sessions, and that you recognize the courage it takes to seek relief and change.

I am currently accepting new clients,   

feel free to reach out at angelina@catalystcounselingalaska.com 

or call us 907-322-3033

 I am a master’s level clinician working towards becoming a licensed counselor. My past experiences have included working with individuals across all age ranges, from 7 through 70, both individually and in groups.  Prior to relocating to Fairbanks in 2022, I worked as a counselor with teens in a school-based program for five years, while also interning in both outpatient and partial hospitalization settings for two years. My experience since then has included working with adults within the criminal justice system that struggle with severe mental illness and substance use.

I have also held a certification as a chemical dependency counselor over the past two years with experience conducting drug and alcohol assessments to assess treatment needs and facilitating psychoeducational groups focusing on building mental health and substance use resources and skills for individuals that struggle with various addictions.

I believe that we all hold the power to overcome any obstacle and that we need not be defined by our past. My goal is to help empower those I work with in their transition from where they are to where they want to be. My eclectic therapeutic approach draws from various modalities including CBT, REBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused therapies.

I am currently accepting new clients, feel free to reach out at 

admin@catalystcounselingalaska.com 

or call us 907-322-1112

I was born and raised in Fairbanks, Alaska. In the summer of 2023, my family and I made a big life change and relocated to St. Augustine, Florida, in search of year-round opportunities to enjoy the outdoors and sunshine. Even though I now live in Florida, I remain rooted and deeply

passionate about providing mental health services to individuals within the interior and

throughout Alaska. 

My education journey includes a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Fine Arts with a focus in ceramics from the University of Alaska Fairbanks. I hold a Master’s degree in Counseling and Art Therapy and a Children’s Mental Health Certificate from Southwestern College in Santa Fe, New Mexico. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Alaska and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida with 8 years of experience working in the field of mental health. I gained valuable clinical experience, during internship, in the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) at the Eating Disorders Treatment Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico, working with adults and adolescents

struggling with eating disorders. I specialize in trauma treatment primarily utilizing

Brainspotting trauma reprocessing therapy, internal family systems (IFS)-informed therapy and art therapy to address and treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and heal from past trauma. I also like to integrate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness and stress-reduction interventions, person-centered therapy, evidence-based strategies for the processing of grief as a Certified Grief Informed Professional (CGP) and strength-based therapy. I have experience

treating a variety of mental health issues including post-traumatic stress disorder, eating

disorders, perinatal mood disorders and maternal mental health, grief, anxiety, depression and adjustment disorder. 

In my free time I enjoy spending time with loved ones, creative arts, music, cooking, anime and manga, pretending to be a subtropical gardener, being outside and recharging at the beach. My goal is to support clients in finding their inner strength, empowerment and self- love to meet their therapy goals, restore balance and become the best versions of themselves.

I am not currently accepting new clients, currently building my waitlist

admin@catalystcounselingalaska.com 

or call us 907-322-1112

I am a master’s-level counseling student at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, completing my clinical internship at Catalyst Counseling & Wellness Group. I work with adults of all ages and strive to create a counseling space that feels thoughtful, respectful, and grounded in genuine human connection.

My approach is humanistic and client-centered. I’m especially interested in exploring questions around meaning, identity, values, and life direction. I believe people are deeply shaped by their experiences and the world around them, and I aim to meet each client with curiosity, compassion, and cultural humility. I also take a strengths-based approach, helping clients recognize their resilience and build on the abilities they already have.

I see counseling as a collaborative process and value creating an authentic, nonjudgmental space where people feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions. I particularly enjoy supporting adults who are navigating life transitions, stress, self-exploration, or periods of uncertainty.

I have lived in Fairbanks for over 12 years, where I’ve raised my three children and built strong roots in the community. Connection and service are important to me and shape the way I show up as a counselor. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, ceramics, exploring new ideas and places, and spending time with my family.

I am currently accepting a limited number of clients, feel free to reach out at

admin@catalystcounselingalaska.com 

or call us 907-322-1112