Outpatient Treatment
near Pasadena

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Outpatient Treatment
near Pasadena

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Outpatient Treatment
near Pasadena

Comprehensive Outpatient
Care Pasadena

Ascend offers an outpatient and partial hospitalization program for teens and families based in the Pasadena area to provide mental health support for clients of every gender between the ages of 12–17. In this program, we focus on providing all-inclusive day services for teens who need continuing care after residential treatment is complete.

We recommend our adolescent partial hospitalization program near Pasadena to teens who need more support than periodic therapy sessions. Our PHP for teens near Pasadena is designed to complement outpatient programming for teens who are returning home after residential treatment.

Location:

Pasadena, CA
Outpatient Treatment

Who We Treat:

All Gender under 12-17

Conditions Treated:

Anxiety & Depression >
OCD & Related Disorders >
Trauma Disorders >
Mood Disorders
Neurodivergent Disorders (ADHD & ASD) >
Substance Use Disorders >

Length of Stay:

The Full Day or Partial Hospitalization (PHP) program average length of stay is 1–3 months. The after-school based IOP is 2–4 months.

Timelines vary based on each client’s clinical progress.

Flexible Transitional and Preventive Care

While many teens enter our PHP and IOP programs as a natural step-down from residential treatment, these programs also serve adolescents transitioning from hospitalization or other intensive levels of care.

PHP and IOP can also act as early intervention options—helping prevent the need for residential placement by providing a structured, therapeutic environment for clients living at home.

Each program offers a rigorous clinical schedule designed to promote stabilization, skill building, and confidence in daily life. Clients receive the same individualized, evidence-based care found in our residential programs, within a supportive outpatient setting.

Teenage female in therapy session in psychologist's office

Facility Amenities:
Designed for Comfort & Healing

This outpatient treatment facility offers the following amenities:

Private therapy offices for individual counseling sessions

Group therapy room for therapeutic group sessions

Lounge spaces for relaxation and community building

Kitchen facilities for meal preparation and therapy

Multipurpose bathrooms and comfortable therapeutic spaces

Evidence-Based Treatment
for Lasting Recovery

In our partial hospitalization program, we utilize a trauma-informed, relationship-based clinical treatment model that blends individual, group, and family therapy. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates to provide comprehensive care with personalized attention to every client.

Our Expert Team Includes:

Licensed therapists specializing in trauma-informed care
Psychiatrists and medication management specialists
Educational therapy providers
Case managers and care coordinators
Family therapy specialists with relationship-based approaches

Daily Individual & Group Therapy: Comprehensive therapy sessions utilizing evidence-based modalities

Holistic Wellness Practices: Art therapy, educational therapy, and other evidence-based therapeutic approaches

Therapeutic Approaches Used at Pasadena

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Evidence-based approach for addressing negative thought patterns and behaviors

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Evidence-based approach for addressing negative thought patterns and behaviors

Mentalization

Building awareness of mental states and improving emotional processing

Breathwork

Mindfulness and stress reduction techniques for emotional regulation

Meditation

Mindfulness practices for stress reduction and emotional well-being

Experiential Sessions

Hands-on therapeutic activities for skill building

Family Voices

The Heart of Our Success

“I finally feel like I’m going home with tools that work. ”
— Ascend Client

“Ascend gave me the tools to thrive, not just survive. ”
— Ascend Client

“This is the first time I actually feel in control of my life. ”
— Ascend Client

Family Involvement &
Aftercare Planning

Family therapy and parent education are essential components of our adolescent partial hospitalization program in Pasadena, providing a variety of support services to ensure a strong foundation and high-quality care.

Weekly multi-family therapy sessions for community support
Individual therapy sessions tailored to family needs
Group therapy sessions for parents and families
Educational therapy resources and academic planning
Comprehensive aftercare planning and care coordination

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Agoura PHP & Intensive Outpatient Program

Marissa Dearborn, LMFT

Clinical Director

Sean Clark

Program Manager

Stephanie Williamson, LMFT

Primary Therapist

Aida Hernandez, AMFT

Primary Therapist

Stacie Dourthe, PMHNP-BC

Nurse Practitioner

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Resources

Understanding Outpatient Treatment

At our Pasadena facility, we believe that education is a powerful part of the recovery journey. Explore our resources to better understand the conditions we treat and how our approach fosters lasting healing.

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Outpatient Treatment
near Pasadena

Outpatient Treatment
near Pasadena

Outpatient Treatment
near Pasadena