There are many people that are essential to making sure that Ascend is operating to its fullest capacity. Some of our most important team members include mentors and overnight techs who provide 24-hour care and assistance to all of our…
Disruptive behavior involving aggression, violence, illegal activity, or substance use, can be challenging for parents. You might even find that the more you try to redirect their behavior, the more your child rebels against you. You want to support your…
As always, when a new month starts, we like to feature one of our star staff members. These are the essential players in our organization that make everything work. Whether they have everyday contact with clients and parents or they’re…
Residential treatment for mental health issues and substance use disorders can be incredibly effective because teens work to build the healthy coping skills they need with the help of 24/7 support, intensive therapies, and personalized treatment plans. However, after completing…
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Many individuals face challenges during their teenage years. From mental health issues that make it difficult to fulfill responsibilities at school to substance use issues that lead to physical health problems or even legal trouble, there are a variety of…
At Ascend, we have frequent therapy sessions with our clients. They experience one on one therapy, group therapy, and family therapy. Whether you have a child in treatment with us or you’re considering scheduling sessions with a therapist through your…
Have you already made our previous recipes? Are you a newcomer to the chef’s corner? Whatever your level of cooking experience or confidence, Ascend’s Chef Steve is here to help. If you’ve been craving Chef Steve’s meals since leaving Ascend,…
Each month, we get more and more excited to talk about the amazing staff members that make Ascend the best place for teens to grow and thrive. This month, we’re excited to introduce you to Latisha, a behavioral technician who…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”21807″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Many people associate ADHD with impulsiveness, hyperactivity, and inattention. While these symptoms are the hallmarks of ADHD, they don’t reveal the entirety of the struggle. There are times when those hidden symptoms are misread as character flaws…
