Brad works with individuals across all life stages, from early childhood to retirement, specializing in trauma, relational challenges, unhealthy coping mechanisms, addiction, and mood management. He approaches therapy with a spirit of exploration and curiosity, fostering a supportive environment where clients feel empowered to delve deeply into their challenges. While therapy can be difficult at times, Brad emphasizes a team-oriented process, allowing clients to work at their own pace and comfort level.

Brad’s person-centered approach integrates a range of techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Insight-Oriented Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Solution-Focused Therapy, and play therapy for children. When working with young clients, he focuses on helping them reflect on and express their emotions while building healthy relationships with others. He collaborates closely with parents to reinforce positive changes at home, ensuring progress made in therapy is supported beyond the sessions.

A Licensed Professional Counselor in Alaska since 2013, Brad earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Alaska Anchorage and a master’s in Counseling Psychology from Alaska Pacific University. Before founding Lighted Path Therapy in 2015, Brad gained valuable experience working in two residential treatment centers.

Outside of work, Brad enjoys spending quality time with his children, backpacking, kayaking, and engaging in hands-on outdoor activities like operating chainsaws and excavators. He also loves diving into thought-provoking conversations about psychology, philosophy, and theology with friends and colleagues.

“The impediment to action advances action, what stands in the way becomes the way.”~ Marcus Aurelius

Amanda is a skilled and compassionate mental health professional, holding credentials as a Registered Play Therapist (RPT), Master Addiction Counselor (MAC), and Certified EMDR Therapist. Renowned for her empathetic, nonjudgmental, and positive approach, Amanda blends the principles of positive psychology with the power of play to help clients strengthen their connection to themselves and others. By fostering confidence, enhancing a sense of capability, and empowering clients with strategies to tackle life’s challenges, she creates a supportive environment for personal growth and transformation. Amanda’s ultimate mission is to guide her clients in cultivating healthy, interdependent, and fulfilling relationships. She takes the same approach in therapy, emphasizing mutual understanding to build trust and nurture a strong client-therapist alliance.

Amanda is an active member of several professional organizations, including EMDRIA, The Association for Play Therapy, and The Alaska Association for Play Therapy. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Spanish from the University of Georgia and a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Alaska Pacific University.

With expertise in helping clients build secure attachments, break free from unproductive patterns, and reprocess trauma, Amanda brings a strengths-based, individualized approach to therapy. She integrates playful family interventions, the research of Dr. Bruce Perry, and core principles of positive psychology to create tailored therapeutic plans that align with each client’s unique circumstances, goals, and journey toward healing.

Outside of her professional practice, Amanda enjoys nurturing her own relationships, practicing stand-up paddleboard (SUP) yoga, and taking leisurely neighborhood walks with her Nigerian Dwarf goats.

“I want to love you without clutching, appreciate you without judging, join you without invading, invite you without demanding, leave you without guilt, criticize you without blame, and help you without insulting. If I can have the same from you, then we can truly meet and enrich each other.” ~ Virginia Satir

Dana’s counseling approach is rooted in the belief that personal wellness has profound effects—not just on the individual but across generations and even globally. She specializes in working with perinatal women, adults, and teens, addressing trauma, life transitions, depression, and anxiety. Dana integrates holistic methods with evidence-based practices, including EMDR, Flash Technique, creative therapies, and CBT, to strengthen the vital mind-body connection.

Taking a solutions-focused and person-centered approach, Dana provides a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space for healing. Her professional background spans domestic violence advocacy, youth mentorship, research, and integrated care for underserved populations. Known for her gentle and empathetic demeanor, Dana is committed to helping clients release past traumas and lead freer, healthier lives.

With a deep appreciation for diversity, Dana takes cultural factors into account when working with clients, informed by her experiences as a global traveler. She is also a registered yoga teacher and values continuous self-growth, embracing the lesson of withholding judgment as a shared human journey.

While counseling often involves serious work, Dana believes in the power of laughter and ensures her sessions maintain a balance of respect and trust. She encourages clients to explore their preferences—whether that means sitting on the floor, practicing yoga, or simply engaging in thoughtful conversation. Boundaries and freedom of choice are always at the forefront of her practice.

Dana holds a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Alaska Pacific University, a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Calgary, and a Maternal Mental Health Certificate from Postpartum Support International. Her academic pursuits include a professional project at APU on photography as a healing modality and an honors project on body image at the University of Calgary.

Outside of her professional life, Dana finds inspiration through outdoor adventures, traveling, exercising, uplifting books, and spending time with her children, family, and friends.

​“Be the change you wish to see in the world.”  ~ Mahatma Gandhi

Nathan takes a psychodynamic approach to therapy, exploring how unconscious processes shape behavior and diving deep into the intricate layers of what makes you uniquely “you.” By uncovering these hidden aspects of the self, clients gain the power to create meaningful, purposeful change in their lives.

Nathan holds a Bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Arkansas, Montecito, where he was recognized with the Department of Behavioral Science’s Award for Outstanding Academic Performance. He later earned a Master’s degree in social work from the University of Alaska Anchorage and became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in 2018.

Nathan is passionate about mentoring the next generation of therapists, offering clinical supervision, consultation, and training. He recently obtained a Diploma in Hypnotherapy, accredited by the ACCPH, and is a full member of the National Hypnotherapy Society. Through hypnotherapy, he helps clients establish new habits, overcome fears and phobias, manage anxiety, break addictions, and process negative emotions. When combined with EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), these methods are highly effective for addressing trauma and post-traumatic stress.

Nathan’s work is driven by a genuine interest in people and a commitment to supporting those willing to challenge long-held beliefs, thoughts, and behaviors. Whether working with individuals, parent-child relationships, couples, or families, he creates a warm, confidential, and welcoming environment where clients feel safe to share openly and honestly.

Outside of his professional work, Nathan is deeply committed to expanding his therapeutic knowledge. He draws inspiration from the works of Drs. Henri Ellenberger, Carl Jung, and Jordan Peterson. When he’s not immersed in study, you might find him playing guitar and experimenting with singing. Nathan believes wholeheartedly in the resilience of the human spirit. He is passionate about helping his clients discover their inner strength and empowering them to not only survive life’s storms but thrive beyond them.

“Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will rule your life, and you will call it fate.” ~ Carl Jung

Sandra values honesty and collaboration as foundational elements of the client-therapist relationship. She is dedicated to creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment that encourages curiosity and self-exploration. Working primarily with adult individuals, Sandra offers both in-person and telehealth sessions to meet the unique needs of her clients.

Employing a person-centered, trauma-informed approach, Sandra’s work is currently focused on EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy. This evidence-based framework emphasizes how past experiences shape present functioning, helping clients reduce the negative impact of trauma, anxiety, addiction, and depression.

With nearly two decades of experience in counseling, Sandra began her career in 2004 as a substance abuse therapist for teenagers in the juvenile justice system. She later served as both a therapist and director of treatment services for the Felony Drug Court program in Escambia County, Florida, and spent several years as Director of a residential substance abuse program.

Sandra holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Jacksonville University (Florida), a Master’s degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Florida State University, and a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of West Florida. She is a certified EMDR clinician and a master’s level Certified Addictions Professional. Additionally, Sandra is a Certified Telehealth Practitioner, nationally recognized as a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), and holds a certification as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor from the International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium. Licensed in Alaska, Florida, California, and Utah, Sandra is also an active member of EMDRIA (EMDR International Association) and the National Association of Social Workers.

Passionate about giving back, Sandra serves as an Adjunct Professor at the University of West Florida and mentors aspiring Social Workers as a Qualified Supervisor for licensure in Florida.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Sandra finds joy in traveling, exploring nature, and seeking new adventures. A lifelong learner, she is currently working toward fluency in Spanish while pursuing her private pilot’s license.

​“Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional.” ~ The Dalai Lama

Nancy Sellers has been dedicated to serving families in the Matanuska Valley since 2010. With a deep understanding of her community’s unique needs, Nancy is passionate about contributing to systems that provide meaningful solutions for those seeking support. She joined Lighted Path in 2021 as an outpatient therapist, where she works with individuals, couples, and families to address challenges such as parenting, relationships, depression, anxiety, and trauma.

In her practice, Nancy draws on a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Family Systems Theory, as well as elements of play and art therapy. To better serve her clients, she is also advancing her expertise in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Brainspotting, innovative modalities designed to address complex neurobiological symptoms.

Nancy’s professional experience spans a variety of roles and settings. At the Co-Occurring Disorders Institute, she worked both in the facility and in local schools, focusing on reducing teen pregnancy, dropout rates, and substance abuse among high-risk youth. Her dedication to holistic care has consistently been at the forefront of her work.

Nancy holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Alaska Anchorage and a Master’s degree in Community Mental Health from St. Mary’s University in Texas. While pursuing her undergraduate degree, she collaborated closely with Judge Stephanie Rhoades to implement the Anchorage Mental Health Court, an initiative aimed at supporting individuals with mental health challenges. During graduate school, Nancy worked as a case manager in the San Antonio area, assisting clients with intellectual disabilities through the Bexar County Mental Health Court.

Outside of her professional life, Nancy is a devoted mother to four children. She humorously notes that her hobbies are largely limited to the quiet hours after her kids are asleep, a testament to her commitment to both her family and her career.

“Adversity is like a strong wind. It tears away from us all but the things that cannot be torn so that we see ourselves as we really are.” ~ Arthur Golden

Jason is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) specializing in helping adults overcome a wide range of challenges, including trauma, PTSD, life transitions, depression, anxiety, dissociation, grief and loss, anger, social isolation, relationship struggles, communication barriers, and self-confidence issues. Renowned for his compassionate and non-judgmental approach, Jason is deeply committed to empowering his clients as they embrace their authentic selves and release the weight of the past.

Jason often incorporates inspirational quotes into his practice to illuminate powerful truths. One of his favorites is from Heraclitus, the Greek philosopher, who said, “No man ever steps in the same river twice, for it is not the same river and he is not the same man.” For Jason, this serves as a reminder that even when we repeat mistakes or feel stuck, we are not the same person as before; every experience teaches us something new, and each challenge strengthens us for the next.

Jason’s therapy style is integrative and client-focused, blending evidence-based techniques to meet each individual’s unique needs. His approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). These methods allow Jason to tailor his work to support meaningful and lasting growth in his clients.

Originally from Northern Iowa, Jason made Alaska his home in 2017. He holds a Bachelor degree in Social Work from Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa, and earned his Master's degree in Social Work from St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa, in 2016. Since 2012, Jason has gained diverse professional experience in outpatient mental health clinics, inpatient residential treatment centers, schools, and home-based services. His background includes working with at-risk teens in the Alaskan wilderness and, during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, contributing to the No One Cares Alone Initiative at Providence Alaska Medical Center. This program provided vital mental health and financial resources to individuals in need.

Outside of his work, Jason finds joy in the outdoors and creative pursuits. He enjoys kayaking, hiking, singing, watching documentaries, and listening to thought-provoking podcasts. Through both his professional and personal life, Jason continues to inspire others to find resilience, connection, and fulfillment.

“If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.”

~ Wayne Dyer

Dannie is dedicated to supporting clients as they navigate the complexities of identity and personal growth. Specializing in trauma-informed therapy, she creates a compassionate and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their experiences, gain clarity, and develop the tools they need to achieve their goals. Focusing primarily on adolescents and young adults, Dannie empowers her clients to tap into their inner strength and foster meaningful, lasting change.

Grounded in holistic care and trauma-informed practices, Dannie tailors her therapeutic approach to each client’s unique needs. She draws on a variety of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Parts Work, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Psychoeducation. Additionally, she incorporates Trauma-Informed Yoga, offering clients a somatic approach to processing emotions and building resilience. Through her work, clients are encouraged to uncover the root causes of their struggles, set clear, actionable goals, and gain the confidence to track their progress as they move forward in therapy.

Dannie holds a Master's degree in Counseling, with dual concentrations in agency counseling and secondary school counseling, along with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Alaska and a certified secondary school counselor, holding a Type C: School Counseling Certification. Currently, she serves as a school counselor in a Title I school and remains an active member of the American School Counselor Association (ASCA). Committed to professional growth, Dannie regularly pursues advanced training and education in mental health and trauma care to ensure her clients receive the highest quality support.

A lifelong Alaskan, Dannie takes pride in contributing to the well-being of her community. In her personal time, she enjoys practicing yoga, reading, taking walks, and relaxing with her two cats. With an unwavering passion for learning, she continually seeks new ways to enhance her practice and provide her clients with compassionate, effective care.

​“There is only one of you in all time, this expression is unique, and if you block it, it will never exist through any other medium; and be lost.” – Martha Graham

Caitlin’s compassionate and collaborative approach to counseling stems from her core belief that everyone deserves peace and resolution. She specializes in supporting adults and teens navigating trauma, PTSD, and eating disorders. With extensive experience in acute psychiatric care, emergency evaluations, and outpatient settings, Caitlin has a proven track record of guiding individuals through crises and toward recovery. Her dedicated work in anti-human trafficking and trauma recovery reflects her deep commitment to helping clients uncover light in life’s darkest moments.

Caitlin employs a variety of evidence-based interventions, including EMDR, DBT, trauma-informed yoga, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). These tools empower clients to regulate emotions, build distress tolerance, and foster resilience. Her person-centered, flexible approach allows her to meet clients wherever they are in their healing journey, walking alongside them every step of the way.

Known for her transparent and relatable demeanor, Caitlin highly values the human connection in therapy. She believes that every individual is their own best expert, and she considers it a profound honor to support clients as they navigate life’s challenges.

Caitlin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), an EMDR provider, and a registered yoga teacher (RYT 200). She is also trained in Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI). Her professional achievements include extensive work in crisis intervention, rescue and restoration efforts for victims of violence, and integrating yoga practices to help clients manage distress.

Outside her clinical practice, Caitlin conducts psychiatric evaluations in hospital settings. A self-proclaimed enthusiast for clinical literature, Caitlin enjoys running, practicing yoga, and spending time with her family. When not working, you can find her painting or immersing herself in a mix of music and movies. Her authenticity, empathy, and unwavering dedication to personal growth make Caitlin an invaluable ally on the path to healing.

“All of us are much more human than otherwise.”  ~ Harry Stack Sullivan