Outpatient Therapy with Maya
Ascend has spent years building a program for teens and their families that we can be proud of. In order to share some of the amazing work our team does, we provide you with a look behind the scenes when…
Category Treatment Programs & Clinical Approaches
Our Admissions Process: Individualized Adolescent Mental Health Evaluations
The mental health admissions process at Ascend begins with a phone call to our team at the teen treatment center at 310.598.1840. The admissions department then gathers all necessary and important information about your child — including your insurance information.…
FAQs About Insurance Coverage
What types of insurance plans does Ascend Healthcare accept? Ascend accepts a variety of insurance policies, including any PPO plans. We are also in-network and accept HMO plans with several providers, including Blue Cross mental health coverage, Kaiser therapy coverage,…
Boys Residential Treatment Center
Ascend’s Trails Program is a residential treatment center for adolescent boys with mental health concerns or substance use issues who are between the ages of 12-17. Our clinical approach at Trails is trauma-informed and functions under the premise that most…
The Benefits of DBT Groups for Teens
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…
What Are The Different Levels of Care for Mental Health?
When you’re struggling with your mental health, getting the right kind of help can make a huge difference. But figuring out what kind of help you need? That’s not always easy. You might hear terms like “residential treatment” or “IOP”…
The Benefits of Physical Activity on Mental Health
When life feels heavy, moving your body might not be the first thing you think about. But getting active — even just a little — can seriously help your mind feel stronger, calmer, and more energized. So, why does physical…
What Is a Primary Therapist in Teen Rehab?
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…
Chronic Illness and Mental Health: What Teens Should Know
Living with a chronic illness isn’t just about managing physical symptoms. It can also affect how you feel emotionally, socially, and mentally. So, can chronic illness affect mental health? The answer is yes — and for many teens, it already…
Animal Care with Adina
At Ascend, we hope to enhance transparency for incoming clients and their families by sharing a day in the life of one of our staff members each month. For the March spotlight, we’ve chosen to highlight one of our farm…