Anthony Washington, LPC

Anthony Washington is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Alaska with 30 years of experience. He earned a Master’s degree in Community Counseling from the University of South Alabama in 1999 and has built a long career supporting individuals, couples, families, and teens across a wide range of concerns.

He works with people facing stress and anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, addictions, sleep difficulties, anger and self-esteem challenges, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and coping with life changes. His practice also addresses relationship and family concerns such as communication problems, blended family issues, codependency, commitment and control issues, caregiver stress, and the impacts of domestic violence and separation. Anthony also cares for first responder issues, compassion fatigue, and those affected by natural or human-caused disaster.

Anthony uses an eclectic, strengths-based approach that centers the client’s resources and goals. He incorporates client-centered principles along with cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, mindfulness practices, and emotionally focused methods to tailor care to each person or couple. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, he aims to provide practical, collaborative support to help clients move through challenges and rebuild functioning and connection.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Therapy with Anthony Washington

Anthony integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and emotionally focused therapy to guide online work in ways that fit each person's needs. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client's lead and builds on their strengths - it can be helpful for general life stress, self-esteem, and relational concerns.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and patterns and learning practical skills to change behaviors and emotional responses - it is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep issues, and coping with change. Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) centers on understanding and reshaping emotional responses in close relationships, which can improve communication and attachment in couples and families.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Anthony works with clients to explore which methods match their goals, preferences, and circumstances, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals and therapists can combine these approaches to suit individual situations.

Online sessions offer flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules or to connect from different locations. These options support consistent care and allow Anthony to tailor the format to what works best for each client.