Takeaways: Teen mental health should be addressed wherever young people spend a significant portion of their time, including schools. The CDC has many recommendations and strategies for supporting teen mental health while they’re at school. Some top evidence-based programs and…
Takeaways: There are several different levels of mental health care that can support your teen and their needs. Understanding the different levels of care can help guide you to the right program for your family. The main levels of care…
You probably know what it feels like when your emotions take over: one second you’re fine, and the next, everything feels too big, too fast, or just too much. Maybe you say or do things you don’t mean, or you…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
