At Ancora Clinics, we believe that health is strongest when mind and body are cared for together. Our mission is to deliver compassionate, integrated primary care and behavioral health services that help people in our island community live healthier, more connected, and more resilient lives.
As a women‑owned private practice rooted in the San Juan Islands, we are committed to accessible, relationship‑based care that honors the dignity, privacy, and unique needs of rural living. We take time to listen, understand your goals, and partner with you on a path toward whole‑person wellness.
Integrated Primary Care
Our primary care services are designed to support your health at every stage of life. We offer:
Behavioral Health & Clinical Social Work
Our behavioral health team provides trauma‑informed, evidence‑based support for:
When medical and behavioral health providers work together, patients experience:
Integrated care means you don’t have to navigate your health alone. Your team communicates, collaborates, and supports you as a whole person.
SERVING A RURAL ISLAND COMMUNITY
Living on an island brings both strengths and challenges. Ancora Clinics is designed for both.
We understand the realities of rural life—limited specialty access, ferry schedules, privacy concerns, and the importance of having care close to home. Our integrated model allows you to receive coordinated medical and behavioral health services under one roof, in a setting that values time, connection, and community.
We are here to make high‑quality care local, accessible, and grounded in the rhythms of island life.
Nearly 1 in 5 U.S Adults live with a mental illness (52.9 million in 2020).
Rural women, in particular, experience higher rates of depression and anxiety, limited access to gender‑specific services, and cultural pressures that discourage help‑seeking. Integrated primary care and behavioral health services—delivered locally—are one of the most effective ways to close these gaps and improve community well‑being.
Rural residents experience:
Because of these barriers, primary care providers are often the first—and sometimes only—point of contact for rural patients seeking mental health support.
This makes integrated primary care + behavioral health models especially critical.