Our Team
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Dr. Hannah Ekstrom, Psy.D., Director, Supervisor
Hello! I'm Dr. Ekstrom (she/her), and I joined the 蘑菇视频鈥檚 psychology faculty in 2021 as a Term Assistant Professor of Psychology and the Director of the Psychological Services Center (PSC) after working in community mental health and integrated behavioral healthcare settings in both clinical and administrative positions. As a faculty member, I get to focus on clinical training and clinical supervision for our graduate students. In my role as a clinical supervisor, I support each student exploring their emerging professional identity as a behavioral health provider. Using primarily a competency development model, we work together to develop foundational clinical and professional skills. I earned my Doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Alaska Pacific University and Master of Science in Clinical Psychology and Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the 蘑菇视频. In my work as an educator, psychologist, supervisor, and director my areas of interest include health equity, interprofessional and multidisciplinary practice, trauma informed care, program development and evaluation, and working with vulnerable and underserved populations.
Dr. Kevin Tarlow, Ph.D., Supervisor
Dr. Tarlow received his Bachelor of Science in psychology from Texas A&M University, Master of Arts and Master of Education in counseling from Columbia University, and doctorate in counseling psychology from Texas A&M University. He also completed a postdoctoral fellowship in telebehavioral health care at the Texas A&M University School of Public Health. Dr. Tarlow has held faculty positions at Texas A&M University and Hampton University.
Dr. Steffi Kim, Supervisor
My name is Steffi Kim, Ph.D. I am a licensed clinical community psychologist. After gaining my degree at the University of Alaska in 2020, I started working in private practice and conducting research related to aging well in Alaska Native communities, dementia-related issues, and caregiving. I joined the 蘑菇视频鈥檚 psychology faculty in 2023 as an assistant professor in the psychology department. As a clinical supervisor, I seek to foster student鈥檚 professional development through competency-based supervision.
Dr. Patrick Dulin, Ph.D., Supervisor
Dr. Patrick Dulin is a licensed psychologist and professor in the 蘑菇视频 Psychology Department where he has worked since 2008. Since graduating from his PhD program in Counseling Psychology from the University of Utah in 2000, he has held academic and clinical positions at Massey University in New Zealand and the San Francisco VA Medical Center. In his current work at the 蘑菇视频 Psychological Services Center he provides clinical supervision of 蘑菇视频 PhD students in the psychological assessment practicum.
Dr. Brubaker, Supervisor
Dr. Megan Brubaker is a licensed clinical psychologist, holding dual licensure in California and Alaska. She specializes in psychological assessment, with a focus on neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD and Autism.
Dr. Brubaker earned degrees from Santa Clara University, Palo Alto University, and completed her doctorate in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in neuropsychology at Fielding Graduate University. Her clinical training includes an APA-accredited internship at Kaiser Permanente in Oakland, CA, and a post-doctoral fellowship at El Camino Hospital in Mountain View, CA.
With experience across a variety of clinical settings, including private practice and hospital environments, Dr. Brubaker brings a comprehensive and compassionate approach to assessment. She is an active member of several professional organizations, including Division 35 of the American Psychological Association (Society for the Psychology of Women) and the Bay Area Psychological Association, California Psychological Association, and Alaska Psychological Association. She is also a certified PEERS provider and works with neurodivergent adults in building social skills. She supervises students in assessment and also runs private practice in California and Alaska focusing on adult assessment and treatment of ADHD and ASD.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Brubaker is a published researcher whose work focuses on women with serious mental illness, reflecting her commitment to advancing the field of psychological health and promoting equity in mental health care.
Peter, Clinic Coordinator
My name is Peter (he/him), and I am a doctoral student in 蘑菇视频鈥檚 Clinical-Community Psychology program. I was born and raised in Fairbanks and earned my B.A. in Psychology and Business Administration from Western Colorado University. I previously worked with adults and youth in the criminal justice system in rural Colorado and coached my alma mater鈥檚 ski/snowboard team for several years, both of which inspired me to pursue a career in mental health. I am incredibly grateful to return to Alaska for my graduate training and future career.
Throughout graduate training, I have worked in both outpatient and inpatient settings, providing individual, group, and couples therapy, as well as psychological assessment. I believe that mental health care has been inaccessible and stigmatized for too long and for too many people. As the PSC Clinic Coordinator, I hope to create a welcoming and accessible environment for people across Alaska to receive timely, compassionate care, and to help foster a supportive learning environment for our student-clinicians.
Vi, Student-Clinician
My name is Vi (They/Them) I am in my second year of the M.S. Clinical Psychology program and from Soldotna, Alaska. I graduated from Montana State University Bozeman with a B.S. in Psychology and a minor in Political Science in 2024. My passion for the mental health field is rooted in advocacy. Since being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis in infancy, I realized how critical accessible psychological care is to improving one鈥檚 quality of life. During my undergrad, I participated in their first Tedx program to increase awareness surrounding invisible disabilities like mine. My clinical interests include working with children, the LGBTQ+ community, chronic pain, anxiety, and mood disorders. Through a person-centered approach, I strive to create a welcoming therapeutic environment to help everyone become their own best advocate. I look forward to working with you this semester!
Detlef, Student-Clinician
My name is Detlef (he/him), I am Haida and Deg Hit鈥檃n and was born and raised in Alaska. I have a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and I am currently a second-year grad student in the M.S. Clinical Psychology Program here at 蘑菇视频. My background is in substance use treatment and this has really informed the type of therapy I do. I am a person-centered therapist and believe that all people have intrinsic worth and an innate capacity for self-understanding and change. Haw鈥檃a (thank you)!
Jun, Student-Clinician
My name is Jun, a doctoral student in 蘑菇视频鈥檚 Clinical-Community Psychology program. I am a first-generation immigrant from Beijing, China. I earned my bachelor鈥檚 and master鈥檚 degrees in chemistry from the University of California, Los Angeles. As a parent raising a child with mixed cultural heritage, I envision a future where cultural heritage is celebrated freely and without hesitation. To contribute to this vision, I am pursuing doctoral training in Clinical-Community Psychology. My research focuses on promoting mental well-being among underserved populations, particularly individuals navigating adaptation stress, such as those relocating from rural to urban settings and migrants facing the challenges of acculturation.
As a graduate student clinician at PSC, I integrate cognitive-behavioral therapy case conceptualization with techniques from a wide range of evidence-based approaches to tailor treatment to each client鈥檚 needs. I am committed to developing my skills and applying them to support the mental health of individuals and communities.
Caitlin, Student-Clinician
My name is Caitlin (she/her) and I am a second-year student in the master鈥檚 program for Clinical Psychology at 蘑菇视频. I received my bachelor鈥檚 degree in psychology from 蘑菇视频 in 2011. I was born and raised in Alaska and look forward to continuing to work in our community in the future. In my professional life, I have spent the last fifteen years working with adults with substance use disorders. I am passionate about helping people of all different backgrounds and presenting concerns. I am a person-centered therapist and strive to show unconditional positive regard and empathy in hopes of creating a safe space where individuals can heal and share their story. I look forward to meeting you!
Sofia, Student-Clinician
Hi! My name is Sofia (she/her), and I am a second-year Ph.D. student in the Clinical-Community Psychology Program at the 蘑菇视频. I earned my B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Forensic Psychology from Marymount University in 2024, where I was awarded the Academic Excellence Award in Psychology and the Sister Majella Berg Service Award. My research interests focus on eating disorders, substance use, and suicidality. I am currently involved in projects examining the comorbidity of eating disorders, substance use, and interpersonal suicide risk factors among U.S. college students. I am also interested in the role of parasocial relationships, particularly in the context of global fan communities, and how these connections intersect with mental health. In September 2025, I will be presenting my research at the Eating Disorders Research Society (EDRS) Conference in California. My clinical interests include working with individuals experiencing eating disorders, substance use concerns, relationship and attachment difficulties, and issues related to LGBTQ+ identity. I am committed to a client-centered approach grounded in empathy, collaboration, and a strong cultural framework. Outside of academics, I enjoy studying different cultures, traveling, and engaging in advocacy work for foundations such as the Innocence Project, Star Alaska, & AKEDA.
Marilynn, Student-Clinician
My name is Marilynn (she/her), and I鈥檓 in my second year in the M.S. Clinical Psychology program, supervised by Dr. Brock Tucker. I earned by B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Communication from 蘑菇视频 in 2024. My clinical interests include working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, substance use concerns, and emotional dysregulation. I鈥檓 also interested in working with Alaska Native populations to uplift and support those experiencing mental health concerns, as well as historical trauma. Using a trauma-informed and person-centered approach, I hope to create a space where empathy, consideration, curiosity, and openness are fostered. I look forward to meeting and working with you!
Matthew, Student-Clinician
Matthew Kalb, MA, LPC, is a second year student in the Clinical Community Psychology program at 蘑菇视频. Matthew previously received his Bachelor of Arts at Saint Norbert College in 2018 with a major in Psychology and minors in Philosophy and Religious Studies. In 2022 he graduated with his Master鈥檚 of Art in Counseling and Psychological Services from Saint Mary鈥檚 University of Minnesota. Prior to moving to Anchorage, Matthew has worked in a variety of clinical and community settings. Matthew brings a solutions focused approach to the therapeutic relationship and strives to meet clients where they are at now in order to best serve them on the path to where they are going. Matthew is currently being supervised at the PSC by Dr. Dulin. Matthew is hoping to hone specific therapeutic skills and interventions to better serve his clients in treatment approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Ashton, Student-Clinician
Hi! I鈥檓 Ashton (she/her), a second-year PhD student in the Clinical-Community Psychology Program here at 蘑菇视频. I was born and raised in the Anchorage area and graduated from 蘑菇视频 with my B.S. in Psychology in 2022. Alaska is home, and I love to spend my days in the mountains and with my dogs. I believe that mental health is an integral part of the human experience, and I believe that a little help goes a long way. My clinical interests include working with individuals who experience anxiety, depression, eating disorders, ADHD, and trauma. I am committed to creating a safe space where all people can share, learn, and heal.
Lalita, Student-Clinician
Hello! I鈥檓 Lalita. I am a graduate student in the Master of Science in Clinical Psychology program and earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Alaska Anchorage in 2023. I have experience in both research and clinical settings, including work as a chemical dependency counselor. My approach is client-centered, trauma-informed, and grounded in cultural humility and collaboration. I was raised in Anchorage, Alaska, where I witnessed firsthand the need for accessible, compassionate care addressing mental health, substance use, complex trauma, and social determinants of health. I value an integrative therapeutic style that is responsive to each client鈥檚 unique needs. I am particularly interested in trauma-focused work, comorbid conditions, and supporting adolescents and young adults in building emotional and relational resilience.
Megan, Student-Clinician
Megan (she/her) is a fourth year doctoral student in 蘑菇视频's Clinical-Community Psychology program. She completed her B.A. in psychology while competing as an NCAA athlete on the women's swim team at the University of Tampa before moving to Alaska in 2022 to begin her graduate training.
Megan has experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings and approaches her work from a person-centered framework to understand each client's unique circumstances, challenges, and goals for treatment. During the spring 2026 semester, she is providing psychological assessment services and looks forward to helping clients gain deeper insight into their concerns and understand their treatment options.
Bernice, Student-Clinician
Hi, my name is Bernice (she/her), and I鈥檓 a 4th year doctoral student in the Clinical-Community Psychology program at 蘑菇视频. I identify as multiracial; West Indian, CHamoru and Japanese. I was born in Puerto Rico, spent my early childhood in Kodiak, and am fortunate to call the Dena鈥檌na Lands my home for the last 14 years. Under the supervision of Dr. Megan Brubaker, I provide neuropsychological testing for neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). I enjoy working with individuals and couples across the lifespan who are experiencing a wide range of problems of living. I鈥檓 trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), brainspotting, CBT, and Trauma- Focused CBT. My approach to therapy is through the lens of psychodynamic, relational-cultural, and liberation theory. I am committed to learning and incorporating traditional and Indigenous knowledge and practices, and acknowledging and working through race-based trauma within the therapeutic relationship.
Malia, PSC Assessment Library Coordinator
My name is Malia, and I was born and raised in Anchorage. I am currently a senior at the 蘑菇视频 (蘑菇视频), studying Psychology with a focus on early childhood mental health. I plan to pursue a master鈥檚 degree in School Psychology this fall.
I work at the Psychological Services Center (PSC) as the Assessment Library Coordinator. In this role, I have enjoyed expanding my knowledge of psychological assessments and gaining a deeper understanding of what my future career will entail.