Are you ready for another look behind the scenes at some of the team members who make Ascend such an amazing place? We’re here with A Day in the Life of one of our Primary Therapists. Meet Emily and learn more about what she does to enhance our residential treatment programs, ensuring your clients thrive.…
For teens exploring their gender identity, gender-affirming care is about more than just physical changes — it’s a journey toward feeling like yourself. But what exactly does it involve? From therapy and outward expression to medical options like hormones, this guide breaks down what to expect in gender-affirming care. At Ascend, we’re here to provide…
Welcome back to another Day in the Life spotlight piece from the team at Ascend! This month, we’re excited to showcase one of our Primary Therapist staff members at a very special house. Mauri works as a therapist at Haven where she collaborates with other therapists treating neurodivergent clients with ASD and ADHD who are…
Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a mental health condition that can cause a lot of distress and anxiety. In TV and movies, it usually looks like someone who is obsessed with cleanliness and order. But in reality, OCD can look very different for each person who experiences it. The term “complex manifestations” refers to the many different…
Hello, and welcome back to another episode of A Day In The Life! As you may already know, the team at Ascend wants to give you a glimpse into daily life at our facilities through the eyes of our amazing staff. With behind-the-scenes knowledge of how Ascend operates, you get a chance to get to…
If you’ve been with us for a bit, you know that we like to give you a glimpse into how things work behind the scenes at Ascend. While we’ve been showing you a new staff member each month, this month, we’d like to highlight someone you already know: David. We first introduced him back in…
At Ascend, we like to give potential clients and their families insight into what happens behind the scenes at our facilities. With our Day in the Life spotlights, you get an inside look at various roles in our organization, including mentors, therapists, operations, and even the directors of various houses. In this month’s spotlight, we’ve…
Learn About ADHD in Children As a parent, caregiver, or individual diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), managing the condition can be complex. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects millions of children and adults worldwide, and it can be complicated to diagnose and manage. Even more confusing, there are several types of ADHD with different…
Since we started our Day In The Life series, we’ve explored a variety of positions at Ascend, including mentors, educators, program managers, facility managers, and compliance leadership. Now we want to turn our attention to one of our primary therapists, Kristina. Clinical therapy is one of the core elements of the personalized treatment plans at…
Intrusive thoughts are a standard part of the human experience, but for teens, in particular, they can be especially unsettling. While intrusive thoughts are common in those who struggle with anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), they can also occur in people without any mental health conditions. There are a number of myths about intrusive thoughts…