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Reunify Alaska offers compassionate, evidence-based therapeutic services for individuals and families seeking support through life’s challenges. Whether you're navigating personal struggles, relationship dynamics, or healing from past trauma, therapeutic services with Melissa Skarbek, LMSW, LCSW, provide a safe and supportive space for growth and healing.
With nearly two decades of experience in clinical and forensic social work, Melissa brings a depth of knowledge and a trauma-informed approach to every session. Her therapeutic work is grounded in empathy, professionalism, and practical strategies that help clients make meaningful progress toward their goals.
Melissa specializes in individual and family therapy, with additional expertise in addressing the effects of trauma, managing high-conflict family dynamics, and promoting emotional resilience. She is trained in advanced modalities such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Brainspotting - powerful tools that help clients process complex emotional experiences and move forward with clarity and strength.
As a dedicated sole practitioner, Melissa works directly with each client to provide personalized care. Her focus is on building strong therapeutic relationships and creating a space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered.
At Reunify Alaska, therapy isn’t just about addressing problems - it’s about uncovering strengths, restoring connection, and fostering lasting change. Whether you’re seeking help for yourself, your child, or your family, Melissa is here to support your journey toward healing and well-being.
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“In high-conflict cases, Ms. Skarbek brings structure, neutrality, and compassion. She doesn’t hesitate to address hard truths, and her clinical insight has been invaluable in moving families forward. I highly recommend her for reunification work in my courtroom.”
“I’m so grateful to have found Melissa. She’s knowledgeable and genuinely cares about her clients. She helped me set boundaries, rebuild self-trust, and work through deep grief. I trust her implicitly and recommend her wholeheartedly.”
“Melissa Skarbek is consistently one of the most effective reunification therapists I’ve worked with. She’s direct, child-focused, and holds all parties accountable. Her clear communication and thorough reports make her an asset to the court.”
“Working with Melissa has been a transformative experience. Her understanding of trauma, ADHD, and family dynamics is exceptional. She’s incredibly chill and down-to-earth. I always leave sessions feeling more grounded and empowered.”
“Melissa is the kind of therapist who tells you the truth, even when it’s hard to hear and that’s exactly what I needed. She doesn’t sugarcoat things, but she delivers her insights with so much empathy and clarity that it never feels harsh. Her directness has helped me cut through the noise in my head and actually see what’s been holding me back. I always leave our sessions with a clearer perspective, real tools, and a sense that someone genuinely has my back. If you’re looking for someone who’s honest, real, and deeply invested in your growth, Melissa is it.”
“Melissa has a gift. Her empathy, intuition, and clinical expertise are unmatched. I’ve seen other therapists before, but Melissa stands out for her authenticity and her ability to help me make real progress. I always feel seen and heard with her.”
“Ms. Skarbek has been incredibly effective in co-parenting therapy for high-conflict cases. She’s direct, balanced, and keeps the focus on the children. Her no-nonsense approach helps parents move past blame and into real solutions. A trusted professional in my courtroom.”