The following congregations support the Samaritan Counseling Center:

Fairbanks Churches
Christ Lutheran Church
Fairbanks Lutheran Church
First Assembly of God
First Presbyterian Church
First United Methodist Church
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
Sacred Heart Cathedral
Saint Mark's University Parish
Saint Matthew's Episcopal Church
Saint Raphael's Catholic Church
University Community Presbyterian Church
Zion Lutheran Church

North Pole Churches
Lord of Life Lutheran Church
New Hope Methodist/Presbyterian Church
Saint Jude's Episcopal Church
Saint Nicholas Catholic Church

Quilts of Valor Project

The Samaritan Sewing Circle meets on Wednesday evening to sew quilts.  They are currently working on a quilt for the "Celebration of Lights" winter auction. 

They will also be sewing quilts for the "Quilts of Valor" project. To see these quilts, click here.

There are times in our lives when it grows very dark - not only in the months of November, December, January, and February but also when loss, family conflict, chronic illness, and spiritual anguish hide the sun. At these times it is valuable to have a professionally-trained person you can trust. A person who will listen in depth, understand without judging, and provide the professional support you need to meet life's challenges.

Samaritan Counseling Center is a Christian ministry serving northern Alaska to bring about mental, emotional, and spiritual growth. Our mission is:

• To recognize and affirm the value of every person as a child of God.
• To provide high-quality services to the greatest number of persons possible.
• To serve persons from varied financial means while maintaining a reputation for providing high quality service regardless of one's financial station.
• To ensure continued service by achieving and maintaining well-being and quality of life for all staff.
• To provide educational resources for the community.
• To provide consultation and training for clergy and other professionals.

"May the God of Hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in Hope ..." (Romans 15:13)

A Way Forward...
Here is what you can expect from the Samaritan Counseling Center. If you have further questions, please contact Dr. Fred Schramm, Director or call (907) 452-HOPE (452-4673).

Getting Started...
In the initial appointment a client will be able to talk about concerns and set goals to be achieved through counseling.

Counseling Fees...
A standard fee is charged for counseling. Adjustments can be made on the basis of personal finances and as Center funding allows.

The Samaritan Counseling Center provides a wide range of services.

The Samaritan Counseling Center offers highly-trained and experienced professional counselors qualified to assess problems, explore solutions, and offer a secure framework for personal spiritual growth.

Clients' religious perspectives are respected and may be drawn upon as a therapeutic resource. Samaritan counselors do not impose their personal religious beliefs upon others but draw upon their spiritual resources as men and women of God.

The Samaritan Counseling Center Staff

Rev. Frederick J. Schramm, D.Min. Licensed Marital and Family Therapist Fellow in the American Association of Pastoral Counselors

Ms. Naomi Kraiger, R.N. (Counseling Intern) Certified Mental Health Professional, ANA

Ms. Caroline J. Atkinson, M.A. Associate Marital and Family Therapist

Mark Shields, M.S.W. Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Siegfried Fink, Ph.D Psychologist

Counselors have graduate degrees, are state licensed and are certified as professional therapists by at least one of the following:

• The American Association of Pastoral Counselors
• The American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
• The Academy of Certified Social Workers
• The American Psychological Association

The Samaritan Counseling Center is nationally accredited by the Samaritan Institute of Denver, Colorado.