Honoring Our Culture. Healing Our Community.
Get to Know Us
At Samoan Tribal Council Of Alaska (STCOA), we are committed to providing culturally rooted, trauma-informed mental health and substance use services that uplift and empower our Samoan people. We honor the strength of aiga, the wisdom of our elders, and the healing power of connection.
Our Mission
To strengthen the Samoan community by offering compassionate, culturally responsive care that supports mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being for individuals and families affected by mental health challenges and substance use.
Who We Serve
We proudly serve:
• Samoan youth, adults, and elders
• Individuals and families impacted by trauma, depression, anxiety, and substance use
• Community members seeking culturally respectful healing spaces
Whether you are facing a personal struggle or supporting a loved one through recovery, we are here to walk alongside you in the journey to healing.
Treatment Services Offered
Treatment Services Offered
At STCOA, we provide a full range of culturally competent mental health and substance use treatment services for individuals, families, and youth in the Samoan community.
Our Services
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Mental Health Services
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Individual Counseling (Teens, Adults, Elders)
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Family Counseling & Mediation
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Youth Behavioral Health Therapy
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Trauma & PTSD Treatment
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Anxiety & Depression Management
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Grief and Loss Support
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Spiritual Counseling (in partnership with faith leaders)
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Mental Health Assessments & Diagnosis
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Psychiatric Referrals (if needed for medication support)
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Substance Use Treatment
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Substance Use Screening & Assessments
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Outpatient Substance Use Counseling
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Relapse Prevention & Harm Reduction
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Dual Diagnosis Treatment (Mental Health + Substance Use)
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Alcohol & Drug Education Classes
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Peer Recovery Support Services
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Culturally Adapted 12-Step Integration
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Referral to Inpatient or Detox Programs (as needed)
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Post-Treatment Recovery Coaching
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Cultural Healing & Traditional Support
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Talanoa Circles (Healing Dialogue)
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Elder-Led Mentorship for Youth & Adults
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Cultural Ceremonies for Closure & Reconciliation
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Traditional Conflict Resolution Practices
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Faith-Based Recovery Support
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Integration of Samoan values in care planning
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Cultural Identity Strengthening Programs
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Family & Community Support Services
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Family Psychoeducation Workshops
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Parenting Support for Families Affected by Addiction
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Caregiver Support Groups
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Community Healing Events & Cultural Gatherings
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Advocacy and System Navigation (schools, courts, housing)
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Transportation & Translation Assistance (if available)
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Crisis Intervention & Stabilization
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24/7 Crisis Phone Support
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Suicide Risk Screening & Safety Planning
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Mental Health First Aid Referrals
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Emergency Housing or Shelter Linkages
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Coordination with Law Enforcement or Tribal Safety Teams
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Mobile Crisis Response (if offered in your area)
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Educational & Prevention Services
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Youth Substance Use Prevention Programs
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Mental Health Awareness Workshops
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Church & Community Presentations
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Samoan-Language Wellness Education Materials
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Cultural Leadership Training for Young Adults
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Wellness Fairs and Outreach Events
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Additional Support Services
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Case Management & Wraparound Services
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Reentry Support for Returning Citizens
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Employment & Vocational Referrals
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Assistance with Medicaid, Housing, and Tribal Benefits
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Legal Aid Navigation (family court, CPS, etc.)
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Connection to Primary Care and Health Services
