Akeela Treatment Services

Substance Abuse · Alaska · Paid

Residential and outpatient addiction treatment in Anchorage for adults and adolescents, including detox coordination, relapse prevention, and dual-diagnosis services. Most insurance and Medicaid are accepted and sliding-scale options may be available. Fathers can call weekdays to begin intake; bring a photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, medication list, and any recent treatment records to the first appointment.

Contact & Details

Address: 6801 E Tudor Rd Suite 1, Anchorage, AK 99507

Phone: (907) 565-1200

Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

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About Substance Abuse for Fathers

Substance abuse treatment in the US is delivered through state-licensed treatment providers, nonprofit recovery programs (AA, NA, SMART Recovery), hospital-based detox, methadone clinics, and sober living houses. SAMHSA's National Helpline (1-800-662-HELP) provides free, confidential referrals to local treatment 24/7. Most states fund a network of publicly-supported treatment centers that accept uninsured and Medicaid clients; the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration maintains a national treatment locator at findtreatment.gov. Fathers dealing with substance issues during custody disputes often need documented treatment compliance — court-ordered programs exist for this specific purpose. Recovery support includes peer recovery specialists, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and drug courts. This directory pulls together the state's single state agency for SUD, treatment finders, mutual aid meetings, and MAT providers.

Substance Abuse in Alaska

Alaska family cases are heard in the Alaska Superior Court, one of the few states with a unified trial court structure. The Child Support Services Division within the Department of Revenue handles enforcement. Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau host the largest court locations; rural Alaska relies heavily on magistrates and remote hearings. Alaska Legal Services Corporation provides statewide civil legal aid.

More Substance Abuse in Alaska

  • Alaska Division of Behavioral Health — Substance Abuse — State agency coordinating addiction treatment, recovery support, and prevention services across Alaska, including funding for community prov
  • SAMHSA National Helpline — Free, confidential 24/7 referral line for Alaskans seeking information about substance use or mental health treatment. Trained specialists m
  • Turning Point Counseling Services — Outpatient substance abuse counseling in Anchorage including individual therapy, groups, and relapse prevention for adults. Most insurance a
  • Alaska AA Meetings — Statewide — Network of Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in communities throughout Alaska, offering peer support for anyone seeking to stop drinking. Meetin
  • Narcotics Anonymous — Alaska — Free peer-support meetings of Narcotics Anonymous held in communities across Alaska for anyone seeking recovery from drug addiction. Meeting
  • Set Free Alaska — Faith-based residential addiction recovery program in Anchorage offering long-term treatment, life skills, and spiritual support for adults

Substance Abuse — Common Questions

I need help but have no insurance — where do I start?
Call SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (free, 24/7). They'll connect you to state-funded treatment providers that accept uninsured clients. Every state has a Single State Agency for Substance Use that funds community treatment on sliding-scale fees.
What's MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment)?
MAT combines medications (methadone, buprenorphine/Suboxone, naltrexone/Vivitrol) with counseling to treat opioid and alcohol use disorders. It's evidence-based, reduces overdose risk substantially, and is covered by Medicaid and most private insurance. Find providers at findtreatment.gov.
Will going to rehab hurt my custody case?
Voluntarily seeking treatment is almost always viewed favorably by courts — it shows responsibility and commitment to sobriety. Coordinate with your attorney so treatment documentation supports your case. Court-ordered programs through drug courts specifically protect custody rights.
How long is treatment?
Detox: 3–7 days. Residential rehab: 30–90 days typically. Intensive outpatient: 8–12 weeks, 9–15 hours per week. Standard outpatient: months to years. Aftercare and peer support (AA, NA, SMART Recovery) is ongoing and free.