Aleutians & Pribilofs Region · Alaska Borough
Psychiatrists Serving Aleutians West Census Area
Borough seat: Unalaska · Population approx. 5,232 · Off the road system
Aleutians West Census Area is a census area located in the U.S. state of Alaska. It is part of the Unorganized Borough and primarily consists of the Aleutian Islands, with Unalaska being its largest city, housing about 80% of the population.
Local context
Crisis resources
In a mental health emergency, call or text 988, or call 911.
Regional in-person resource: Iliuliuk Family & Health Services (Unalaska). Community clinic — telepsychiatry plus medevac to Anchorage when needed.
Common insurance
- Alaska Medicaid
- Medicare
- Premera Blue Cross
- TRICARE West
Seasonal note · Midnight Sun
Sleep disruption from constant daylight is a real driver of symptoms — worth flagging with a provider.
22 Providers Serving Aleutians West Census Area

Richard Gomez, MD
Together for mental health

Allison Wurscher, PMHNP
Together for mental health

Ethan Hansen, MD
Education & Training

Megan Verlage, MD
Together for mental health

Janelle Arias, MD
Education & Training

Sutina Kardas, PA-C
Together for mental health

Barbara Woo, PMHNP
Together for mental health

Christopher Beasley, PA-C
Education & Training

Michael Fallon, PMHNP
Education & Training

Joseph Knoble, MD
Together for mental health

Asta Reindl, PMHNP-BC
Education & Training

Nicholas Meinhardt, MD
Together for mental health

Jonathan Brigham, MD
General Medical Director

Sarah Abdallah, MD
Together for mental health

Laura Adams, PMHNP
Education & Training

Nadia Merali, PA-C
Education & Training

Matthew Thompson, MD, MPH
Together for mental health

Amelia Durling, MD
Together for mental health

Swathi Krishna, MD
Medical Director of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Priyanki Pareek, MD
Together for mental health

Sarah Kerr, PMHNP
Together for mental health

Patrick Blouin, DNP, PMHNP-BC
Education & Training
Cities in Aleutians West Census Area
Frequently asked
Are there psychiatrists who see patients in Aleutians West Census Area?
Yes. 22 Alaska-licensed psychiatric providers in this directory treat patients across Aleutians West Census Area by secure telepsychiatry — no travel to Anchorage required.
Do I have to fly to Anchorage for psychiatric care?
No. Every provider listed here treats patients in Aleutians West Census Area by video. You do not need to fly out for routine psychiatric appointments or medication management.
What if I'm in a mental health crisis in Aleutians West Census Area?
Call or text 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or call 911 for an immediate emergency. For local in-person care, the regional resource is Iliuliuk Family & Health Services (Unalaska).
What insurance is commonly accepted in Aleutians West Census Area?
Most providers in Aleutians West Census Area bill the carriers common to the Aleutians & Pribilofs region: Alaska Medicaid, Medicare, Premera Blue Cross, TRICARE West. Verify acceptance directly with the individual provider before booking.