A Breath
of Fresh
Air in
Therapy
We believe that therapy should be a refreshing and positive experience. Inspired by the Arabic word “Nisma,” meaning a warm breeze or breath of fresh air, our approach is designed to bring comfort and renewal to our clients. Serving the Fairbanks community, we offer comprehensive speech therapy and occupational therapy for individuals of all ages.
A Breath of Fresh Air in Therapy
We believe that therapy should be a refreshing and positive experience. Inspired by the Arabic word “Nisma,” meaning a warm breeze or breath of fresh air, our approach is designed to bring comfort and renewal to our clients. Serving the Fairbanks community, we offer comprehensive speech therapy and occupational therapy for individuals of all ages.
OUR SERVICES
Therapy for all ages
OUR SERVICES
Therapy for all ages

Adult Speech Therapy
Helping adults recover and improve communication and/or swallowing after injuries or conditions such as stroke, TBI, cancer, voice disorders, dysphagia (swallowing disorders) and more.

Pediatric Speech Therapy
Focused therapy for children from birth to 18 years to support speech and motor skill development, dysphagia (swallowing disorders) and more.

Occupational Therapy
Helping individuals of all ages develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills through therapeutic activities designed to bring ease and a more meaningful life.

Homework Help
Supporting kids and young adults in improving skills needed for academic success. We help with reading, writing and executive functioning.
Become a patient
Insurance & Waitlist Information
Nisma Therapy is currently on a waitlist for new patients. Patients are added based on triage of needs, and a referral is required to be placed on the list. Please call or text us at (907) 759-7697 to find out how long the current waitlist is for your service.
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medicaid
Medicare Part B
Tricare
MODA
All insurance plans are different. We encourage you to contact your insurance provider to verify benefits prior to making an appointment.
BECOME A PATIENT
Insurance & Waitlist Information
Nisma Therapy is currently on a waitlist for new patients. Patients are added based on triage of needs, and a referral is required to be placed on the list. Please call or text us at (907) 759-7697 to find out how long the current waitlist is for your service.
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Medicade
- Medicare Part B
- Tricare
- MODAI
All insurance plans are different. We encourage you to contact your insurance provider to verify benefits prior to making an appointment.

OUR PHILPSOPHY
Play and Activity-based Therapy for Natural Development
We understand that traditional therapy settings can feel clinical and impersonal. That’s why we’ve cultivated a warm, welcoming environment where clients feel comfortable and included. Our therapy sessions go beyond the conventional; we incorporate arts and crafts, outdoor activities, cooking, and play to make therapy engaging and relevant to real-life situations. By encouraging play-based and activity-based therapy, especially for children, we facilitate learning in a natural and enjoyable manner.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Play and Activity-based Therapy for Natural Development
We understand that traditional therapy settings can feel clinical and impersonal. That’s why we’ve cultivated a warm, welcoming environment where clients feel comfortable and included. Our therapy sessions go beyond the conventional; we incorporate arts and crafts, outdoor activities, cooking, and play to make therapy engaging and relevant to real-life situations. By encouraging play-based and activity-based therapy, especially for children, we facilitate learning in a natural and enjoyable manner.

Most people don’t want to be in therapy. I wanted to create something refreshing. Something welcoming. A positive experience.”
Brianna Bates
Founder & Owner
Become a Patient
Contact us to learn more or to schedule your first appointment.
*Nisma Therapy is currently on a waitlist for new patients. Patients are added based on triage of needs, and a referral is required to be placed on the list.
We are Hiring! Apply for a Career with Nisma
We are looking for a new SLP, OT and SLPA/COTA for hire! Interested? Please fill out the form via the link above and send us your resume. We will be in touch if you are a match!
Alaska Location
102 10th Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701
Phone
Main (907) 759-7697 fax (907) 600- 5065
Coming Soon: We are adding a Colorado Location!
Hours
Monday-Thursday: 8am – 5pm
Friday: By Appointment
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Closed on National Holidays
Alaska Location
102 10th Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701
Phone
Main (907) 759-7697 fax (907) 600- 5065
Coming Soon: We are adding a Colorado Location!
Hours
Monday-Thursday: 8am – 5pm
Friday: By Appointment
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Closed on National Holidays
Become a Patient
Contact us to learn more or to schedule your first appointment.
*Nisma Therapy is currently on a waitlist for new patients. Patients are added based on triage of needs, and a referral is required to be placed on the list.
We are Hiring! Apply for a Career with Nisma
We are looking for a new SLP, OT and SLPA/COTA for hire! Interested? Please fill out the form via the link above and send us your resume. We will be in touch if you are a match!