Our Team
To contact the clinic please call either the clinic or director. Please do not contact faculty by email as it is not a secure form of communication.
Dr. Hannah Ekstrom, Psy.D., Director, Supervisor
Hello! I'm Dr. Ekstrom (she/her), and I joined the University of Alaska Anchorage’s 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 University of Alaska Anchorage. 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 University of Alaska Anchorage’s psychology faculty in 2023 as an assistant professor in the psychology department. As a clinical supervisor, I seek to foster student’s professional development through competency-based supervision.
Dr. Patrick Dulin, Ph.D., Supervisor
Dr. Patrick Dulin is a licensed psychologist and professor in the UAA 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 UAA Psychological Services Center he provides clinical supervision of UAA PhD students in the psychological assessment practicum.
Peter, Clinic Coordinator
My name is Peter (he/him), and I am a doctoral student in UAA’s 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’s 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.
Jay, Student-Clinician
My name is Jay, and I'm currently a second-year student in the M.S. Clinical Psychology program under the supervision of Dr. Brock Tucker. I originally earned my bachelor’s degree in psychology from UAF and have transitioned to Anchorage to develop my clinical expertise within the community. My clinical interests are centered on working with adolescents and adults through trauma-informed and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) approaches. I'm hoping to experience a genuine therapeutic connection with those I serve and foster a space for growth and understanding of oneself.
Milagro, Student Clinician
My name is Milagro (she/her), and I am a second-year master’s student supervised by Dr. Brock Tucker. I proudly received my bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies at the University of Alaska Southeast in Juneau, which campus resides on the unceded territory of the Áakʼw Ḵwáan on Lingít Aaní people, where I grew up. My passion and inspiration for compassionate, person-centered mental health grew from observing the often callus, unjust treatment of people with severe mental illness and substance use in hospital settings, where people often need the most help. I enjoy working with all people but am particularly passionate about working with those who experience anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, trauma, neurodivergence, and those in the LGBTQIA+ population. I very much look forward to meeting and working with you!
Caleb, Student-Clinician
My name is Caleb, and I am currently a second-year student in the M.S. in Clinical
Psychology program. I was raised in Texas and moved to Alaska in 2012. Throughout
my time in Alaska, I have worked with children, adolescents, and families from around
the state. These experiences have deepened my understanding of trauma, interpersonal
dynamics, and family systems. I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space
where clients feel safe to explore their
experiences and begin the process of healing. I approach therapy with curiosity, empathy,
and a belief in each person’s capacity for growth. I am particularly passionate about
working with young people and families navigating life transitions, emotional challenges,
and relational struggles. I look forward to working with 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 University of Alaska Anchorage. 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.
Ashlan, Student-Clinician
Hello! My name is Ashlan, and I’m a second year M.S. in Clinical Psychology here at UAA. I completed my undergraduate degree in psychology here as well. In my professional life I have worked as a case manager for chronically ill adults. I also have a good amount of experience working in facilities that do work with substance use for adults and adolescents. My clinical interests include ADHD, anxiety, and eating disorders. My goal in therapy is to help my clients be empathetic with themselves, and work towards routines to enhance healthy coping skills. I hope to create a welcoming environment where my clients can feel safe to tell their story and be honest about their struggles.
Matthew, Student Clinician
Matthew Kalb, MA, LPC, is a second year student in the Clinical Community Psychology program at UAA. 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’s of Art in Counseling and Psychological Services from Saint Mary’s 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’m Ashton (she/her), a second-year PhD student in the Clinical-Community Psychology Program here at UAA. I was born and raised in the Anchorage area and graduated from UAA 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.