Southeast Region · Alaska Borough
Psychiatrists Serving Petersburg Borough
Borough seat: Petersburg · Population approx. 3,398 · Off the road system
Petersburg Borough covers Mitkof Island and nearby waterways in central Southeast Alaska.
Local context
Crisis resources
In a mental health emergency, call or text 988, or call 911.
Regional in-person resource: Petersburg Medical Center. Critical-access hospital; behavioral-health transfers typically go to Juneau or Anchorage.
Common insurance
- Premera Blue Cross
- Aetna
- Cigna
- UnitedHealthcare
- Medicare
- Alaska Medicaid
- SEARHC (tribal)
Seasonal note · Midnight Sun
Sleep disruption from constant daylight is a real driver of symptoms — worth flagging with a provider.
22 Providers Serving Petersburg Borough
Cities in Petersburg Borough
Frequently asked
Are there psychiatrists who see patients in Petersburg Borough?
Yes. 22 Alaska-licensed psychiatric providers in this directory treat patients across Petersburg Borough 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 Petersburg Borough 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 Petersburg Borough?
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 Petersburg Medical Center.
What insurance is commonly accepted in Petersburg Borough?
Most providers in Petersburg Borough bill the carriers common to the Southeast region: Premera Blue Cross, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare, Alaska Medicaid, SEARHC (tribal). Verify acceptance directly with the individual provider before booking.