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AK Child and Family

Anchorage, AK

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient Dual Dx Telehealth

Inpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Anchorage, AK · Accepts Medicaid · Private · TRICARE · Serves adolescents, trauma survivors.

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Direct line to AK Child and Family: (907) 346-2101

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About AK Child and Family

AK Child & Family, located in Anchorage, Alaska, helps children and adolescents who face mental health challenges like trauma, self-harm, and behavior issues. They offer different levels of care, including 24-hour residential treatment with the help of caring staff, structured support, and focus on each person’s unique needs.
Residents will experience a well-rounded treatment plan that helps build emotional strength and healthier thinking pattern. The combination of evidence-based practices and trauma-informed care encourages lasting personal growth and stability.
Recovery is supported through structured routines, physical activity, and nutritious meals. This balanced environment promotes both mental and physical wellness, helping the youth feel safe, supported, and be ready for life challenges.

Classified as other residential treatment facility. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, mental health treatment.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Inpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Residential/24-hour residential
Therapy approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

4600 Abbott Road, Anchorage, AK 99507

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Facility direct line

(907) 346-2101

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does AK Child and Family accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, AK Child and Family accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific AK Medicaid plan. Call (907) 346-2101 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does AK Child and Family offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does AK Child and Family have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI).
What therapy methods does AK Child and Family use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at AK Child and Family?
Call the facility directly at (907) 346-2101 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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