Finding consistent treatment in Alaska can be hard, especially outside main population centers. Many rural communities lack nearby providers, so residents must travel hours or fly for care. Harsh weather and seasonal travel risks make regular attendance unreliable.
Banyan Treatment Centers has created its Telehealth Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) to enable Alaskans to access support from home. Clients connect with licensed clinicians and peers via a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform, eliminating the need for long travel.
This program is designed to match the quality of in-person care while offering the privacy, flexibility, and consistency many Alaskans need. Through virtual dual diagnosis treatment, clients gain access to consistent clinical care without the burden of travel, making recovery more practical and sustainable across the state.[9]
Get Started with Banyan Telehealth
If you’re ready to take the next step in your recovery journey or need more information about our Telehealth program, contact us today! Our dedicated team is here to provide the support and resources you need to achieve lasting recovery and a brighter future.
Getting Started
Get started with virtual care in four steps
Quick intro call
Call us directly at (888) 515-7707 or schedule a time that works for you. We'll answer any questions and talk through what virtual treatment could look like.
Clinical assessment
A master's-level clinician will listen to what you're going through and recommend the right level of virtual care.
Easy insurance confirmation
Our team will verify your coverage, handle communication with your provider and clearly explain your options for care.
Start treatment from anywhere
Once approved, you'll join from your phone or computer using our secure telehealth platform — with session links, reminders, handouts and direct access to your care team, all in one place.
Why Telehealth Matters in Alaska
Accessing addiction and mental health treatment is difficult in Alaska.
Rural areas often have few or no providers, and traveling to a clinic may require hours or an expensive flight.[1] Winter weather often makes travel unsafe, leading many to avoid getting care.[2]
For adults balancing work, family responsibilities, or financial strain, these barriers are often too much to overcome. In smaller towns, stigma around addiction can also make people reluctant to seek help locally, even when resources exist.[3]
Banyan’s telehealth therapy programs remove these obstacles by bringing treatment into the home. Clients can access group and individual counseling on a private, secure platform that protects confidentiality.[4]
Scheduling options make it easier to fit treatment into daily life, while eliminating transportation costs and weather delays. For many Alaskans, this approach provides a realistic, affordable, and sustainable way to maintain recovery.
Our Online Treatment Programs in Alaska
Our Telehealth IOP provides comprehensive care, allowing you to heal and grow in the comfort and privacy of your own home. With flexible scheduling options, including multiple group times and days, we tailor our services to fit your needs. Banyan currently offers one specialized telehealth program for Alaska residents.
How We Treat Every recovery journey is different, so is our approach to therapy. Our Telehealth services draw on a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques to treat addiction and mental health conditions, tailored to fit each patient's unique needs. Whether it's CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, or family therapy, we match the right approach to the right person, so healing happens on your terms, from wherever you are.
How We Treat Co-Occurring Disorders Through Telehealth in Alaska
Banyan’s Telehealth IOP in Alaska is a virtual online program designed to make high-quality treatment accessible, even in remote or rural parts of the state.
Using a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform, clients participate in structured sessions led by licensed clinicians. Treatment combines group and individual counseling with guided assignments, helping participants build coping skills, strengthen relapse prevention, and address the challenges of both addiction and mental health.
The program provides the same clinical depth as in-person treatment, while ensuring privacy and flexibility for Alaskans balancing recovery with work or family responsibilities.[5]
What to Expect From the Curriculum
The Alaska Dual Diagnosis Telehealth IOP offers a structured curriculum blending addiction education and mental health support. Weekly sessions offer practical tools for achieving a meaningful and sustainable recovery.
- Patients learn to recognize triggers, manage cravings, and adopt strategies to maintain sobriety, even in high-risk situations, through relapse prevention.
- Group/ individual sessions offer a space to process past trauma while developing resilience-building skills.
- Participants explore healthier outlets for frustration and learn techniques to regulate emotions without turning to substances.
- Through journaling, affirmations, and guided exercises, clients work to rebuild their sense of self-worth in the recovery process.
State Laws
Alaska has expanded its support for telehealth to ensure that residents across the state can access care without traveling long distances. State regulations allow licensed providers to deliver behavioral health services virtually, increasing availability for rural and remote communities.[6]
When it comes to prescriptions, providers must comply with federal rules under the Ryan Haight Act and the DEA’s telemedicine standards, which regulate the remote prescription of controlled substances.[7] These safeguards protect patient safety while ensuring that Alaskans can still receive appropriate medications as part of their treatment plan.
Local Resources in Alaska
Banyan does not currently operate a physical treatment facility in Alaska. Instead, the Dual Diagnosis Telehealth IOP is the primary way Alaskans can access Banyan’s services. For additional support, residents can also turn to:
- Outpatient treatment with dual-diagnosis support; telehealth available statewide.
- 4750 Begich Circle, Wasilla, AK 99654
- Call (888) 966-9142 today.
SAMHSA’s National Helpline
- 24/7 confidential service for treatment referrals and information.
- Call 1-800-662-4357 today.
Call Alaska 2-1-1
- A statewide referral line that connects residents with local health and social services.
Frequently Asked Questions About Treatment
What Our Patients Are Saying
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Dr. Darrin Mangiacarne
Chief Medical Officer
At Banyan Treatment Centers, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Darrin Mangiacarne leads our nationwide clinical team with over a decade of addiction medicine experience, helping ensure evidence-based, compassionate care across every level of treatment.
Author / Written by: Banyan Editorial Staff
Medically reviewed by: Dr. Darrin Mangiacarne, CMO
Updated on: August 2026
Locations We Serve
Banyan’s Telehealth program extends its services across a wide geographical area, including:
This expansive reach ensures that individuals across these states can access our top-rated programs, no matter where they are located.