North Star Palmer – Summit Program

About North Star Palmer – Summit Program

If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health issues, the North Star Palmer Summit Program can help. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including dual diagnosis treatment, young adult rehab, inpatient rehab, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, experiential therapy, family therapy, group therapy, individual therapy, and trauma therapy. No matter what your unique needs are, we will create a customized treatment plan to help you heal and recover. Reach out to us today to learn more about our program and how we can help you or your loved one get on the path to recovery.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Dual Diagnosis
When you have a dual diagnosis, you have mental health and substance use concerns. It’s important to choose a rehab in Alaska that can treat both. A successful recovery may require counseling, peer support, and even mental health medication to help you manage your mental health symptoms and find better coping strategies.
Young Adult Rehab
Young adult rehabs in Alaska help young people overcome substance use and learn new life skills. Young adult programs may include detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient care, aftercare services, and more.
Youth Residential Care
North Star Palmer’s Youth Residential Care program offers 24/7 structured treatment for adolescent boys facing substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns in a supervised setting.
Adolescent Program
Designed specifically for boys ages 12-18, this program at the Palmer campus combines individual, group, and family therapy with education and skills-building activities.
Co-Occurring Disorders Program
North Star Palmer treats substance use disorders alongside depression, anxiety, and trauma-related symptoms, using a multidisciplinary team approach for adolescent boys.

Insurance Coverage

Medicaid
North Star Palmer accepts Medicaid as a payment option for eligible families seeking residential treatment for adolescent boys on the Palmer, Alaska campus.
Private insurance
When looking for ways to pay for treatment in Alaska, consider private insurance. You’ll need to check with the insurer to get information about out-of-pocket costs, like copays and deductibles. Also, you’ll have better coverage if you choose a center that’s in-network with the insurance plan.
Self-pay options
When you pay the cost of rehab treatment yourself in Alaska, it’s known as self-pay. You can pay with a check or use a medical loan, and you may be able to work out different payment schedules depending on the type of care.
Financial aid
If you qualify, financial aid programs can be a good way to pay for substance use treatment in Alaska. Financial aid options help you manage the cost of treatment by allowing you to use a grant or scholarship. Aid may be available through the center or through community groups in your area.

Levels of Care

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Inpatient Rehab
The Palmer campus provides 24-hour supervised residential treatment for boys ages 12-18, combining structured clinical programming with on-site schooling and family involvement.

Therapies

Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy in Alaska can help you challenge the thoughts behind your emotions and actions. CBT may include role-playing to help you imagine specific situations that might trigger a negative reaction so you can practice challenging automatic thoughts and choosing a more positive response.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Dialectical behavioral therapy in Alaska can help you build confidence and develop healthy coping skills. DBT may include role-playing to help you imagine specific situations that might trigger a negative reaction so you can practice healthy coping mechanisms and choose a more positive response.
Experiential Therapy
The goal of experiential therapy in Alaska is to help you process your emotions and gain confidence in your ability to create positive change. You may struggle to address certain emotions or experiences in a traditional setting. Experiential therapy gives you a different environment and can help you breakthrough.
Family Therapy
North Star Palmer emphasizes family involvement through regular family therapy sessions, supporting communication and healing for boys ages 12-18 in residential treatment.
Group Therapy
Group therapy is a core part of daily programming at the Palmer campus, helping adolescent boys build coping skills alongside peers in a structured residential setting.
Individual Therapy
Residents at North Star Palmer receive one-on-one therapy sessions as part of an individualized treatment plan addressing substance use and co-occurring behavioral health needs.
Trauma Therapy
If you struggle with addiction in Alaska, it’s common to feel like no one understands what you’ve been through. Trauma-informed therapy can help you find professional help addressing your past and creating a healthier response going forward. Substance use treatment includes detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care, and trauma-informed therapy may be a part of each of these stages. The goal is to help clients acknowledge past experiences, address their feelings, and develop healthy coping mechanisms.