Second Nature Psychological Services

Second Nature Psychological Services, located at 408 Oja Way, Suite D, Sitka, Alaska, provides compassionate and expert psychological care for adults and seniors in the community. Led by Dr. Eula Marie Crippen, PhD, the practice specializes in individualized outpatient therapy that blends psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and trauma-focused approaches to support personal growth, emotional resilience, and long-term mental wellness. Patients benefit from a therapeutic environment that emphasizes deep self-exploration, insight, and understanding of relational and cognitive patterns.

The practice addresses a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, personality disorders, anger management, and life transitions, alongside complex challenges such as borderline or narcissistic personality traits, Asperger’s Syndrome, chronic pain, and codependency. Through dynamic psychotherapy, clients work to uncover and overcome defensive barriers, build self-compassion, and develop healthier relationships. Second Nature Psychological Services provides individualized treatment plans, helping adults and older adults in Sitka, Alaska, achieve meaningful personal growth and enhanced quality of life.