Clinical Psychologist Jobs in Anchorage, AK

A Clinical Psychologist plays a pivotal role in the mental health industry by diagnosing and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders in patients. They conduct psychological assessments, provide psychotherapy, develop treatment plans, and conduct research on mental and behavioral health conditions. They work with diverse patient groups, ranging from children to adults, and may specialize in specific areas such as substance abuse, trauma, or family therapy. The profession requires advanced skills such as effective communication, empathy, problem-solving, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

Most Clinical Psychologists need a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree in psychology, a valid and current license to practice, and certification from the American Board of Professional Psychology. Prior to becoming a Clinical Psychologist, an individual may work in the roles of a Mental Health Counselor or a Social Worker to gain experience in a therapeutic setting. Others may start their careers as a Research Assistant or a School Psychologist, learning about human behavior and developing assessment skills.

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Mental Health Clinician 1/2 (PCN 065191)

  • State of Alaska
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 12 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 12 days ago

Job Description THE RECRUITMENT PERIOD FOR THIS VACANCY HAS BEEN EXTENDED This position is open to All Applicants. The Alaska Psychiatric Institute (API) is recruiting for a Mental Health...

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Clinician (Sign-On Bonus)

  • Cook Inlet Tribal Council
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 22 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 22 days ago

COOK INLET TRIBAL COUNCIL, INC. Job Title:Clinician I/IIDepartment:Recovery & ReentryReports To:Operations/Sr Operations ManagerSupervises:NoneFLSA Status:ExemptPay Grade:E3 (I), E4 (II)Job...

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Clinical Psychologist

  • Provider Solutions & Development
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 22 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 22 days ago

The Alaska Family Medicine Residency/Providence Family Medicine Center is hiring a licensed Clinical Psychologist to join our team as a Behavioral Health Faculty for the Addiction Medicine Training...

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MENTAL HEALTH CLINICIAN II (Medical Officer) Range 24/EXE

  • Municipality of Anchorage
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 30+ days ago

Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee. This is an executive position (no union affiliation) and serves at the pleasure of the Mayor of the Municipality of Anchorage....

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Intake Clinician (Master's Degree or RN) Various Shifts

  • Universal Health Services
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities Join Our Team as an Intake Clinician and receive a $15,000.00 Sign-On bonus!! Shifts Available: Monday - Thursday | 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Sunday - Thursday | 4:00 PM - 12 AM Tuesday...

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Intake Clinician (Masters Degree or RN) Various Shifts

  • UHS
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 45+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 45+ days ago

Back Intake Clinician (Master's Degree or RN) | Various Shifts JOB_DESCRIPTION.SHARE.HTML CAROUSEL_PARAGRAPH JOB_DESCRIPTION.SHARE.HTML ANCHORAGE, Alaska Admissions, Behavioral Health, Behavioral...

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Adult Outpatient Clinician I II

  • Southcentral Foundation
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 60+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 60+ days ago

Program Information Adult Outpatient Services (AOS): clinic-based program providing individual and group therapy services to adults Behavioral Health Fireweed (FW): clinic and community-based mental...

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Lead Clinician - Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic

  • Anchorage Community Mental Health Services, Inc.
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 60+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 60+ days ago

Provide individual, couples, and family psychotherapy to patients, with a focus on delivering evidence-based treatments Collaborate and coordinate with the caregiver, physician, case management and...

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Salary for Clinical Psychologist Jobs in Anchorage, AK

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Highest Education Level

Clinical Psychologists in Anchorage, AK offer the following education background
Master's Degree
44.6%
Doctorate Degree
37.6%
Bachelor's Degree
13.8%
Associate's Degree
2.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.9%
High School or GED
0.8%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Clinical Psychologists in Anchorage, AK
Less than 1 year
42.8%
None
17.8%
1-2 years
16.1%
2-4 years
15.8%
4-6 years
3.8%
8-10 years
3.8%



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