Boys Trauma at
Trails House

Boys Trauma at
Trails House

Boys Trauma at
Trails House

Boys Trauma at
Trails House

Boys Trauma at
Trails House

Boys Trauma at
Trails House

Boys Trauma at
Trails House

Comprehensive Residential
Trauma Recovery for Boys

Trails House is Ascend Healthcare’s trauma-specific residential treatment facility, designed to meet the unique needs of adolescent boys aged 12-17 who have experienced or been exposed to traumatic events. Our program specializes in treating active symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other psychological disorders such as anxiety, depression, and substance use, using a trauma-informed approach to support recovery through evidence-based modalities and interpersonal connections. Trails is located on a small animal farm, providing clients with the opportunity to form meaningful connections with the animals they care for daily.

A Supportive Farm Environment That Builds Resilience

At Trails House, we prioritize creating a safe and nurturing environment that promotes emotional healing and personal growth. These interactions help clients feel safe and foster a sense of gentleness and responsibility, enhancing their overall therapeutic experience. Clients engage in therapeutic activities designed to enhance self-awareness, self-compassion, and healthy identity development. Daily interactions with animals on campus, including farm chores and caretaking of horses, goats, sheep, chickens, and pigs, further support their therapeutic journey.

What Makes Trails House Unique?

  • Boys-only environment with trauma-informed care approach
  • Located on a small animal farm with daily animal interactions
  • Comprehensive substance abuse support with certified counselors
  • 12-step recovery programming and supervised sponsor visits
  • Physical activities including yoga, skateboarding, boxing, and RecoveryFit

Facility Amenities:
Designed for Boys' Trauma Recovery

This boys trauma treatment facility offers the following amenities:

Dedicated staff onsite for 24-hour care and supervision

Private chef cooking regular meals for balanced nutrition

Batting cages, basketball court, tennis court, putting green, and skate park

Exterior and interior recreation spaces for physical activity

Creative arts studios for expressive therapy

Double rooms with full-sized beds for comfortable residential living

Small animal farm with horses, goats, sheep, chickens, and pigs

Academic classroom and computer stations for educational support

Evidence-Based Treatment
for Lasting Recovery

The multidisciplinary team at Trails House develops individualized treatment plans that address both medical and psychological needs, ensuring each client receives the most effective care.

Our Expert Team Includes

  • Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners
  • Primary therapists specializing in trauma treatment
  • Certified drug and alcohol counselors
  • Registered dieticians
  • Doctorate and master’s level clinicians

Daily Individual & Group Therapy: Addressing trauma symptoms and co-occurring substance use disorders

Holistic Wellness Practices: Yoga, skateboarding, boxing, RecoveryFit, and animal-assisted therapy

Therapeutic Approaches Used at Trails House

Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

Evidence-based treatment specifically designed for trauma recovery

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Building emotional regulation skills and distress tolerance

Seeking Safety

Integrated treatment for trauma and substance use disorders

Trauma Resilience Model (TRM)

Specialized approach for trauma healing and resilience building

12-Step Recovery Programming

Structure, community, and peer support for substance use recovery

Animal-Assisted Therapy

Therapeutic interactions with farm animals to reduce stress and enhance communication

Family Voices

The Heart of Our Success

“My son connected with staff in a way he never has before—thank you Ascend. ”
— Jamie A., Ascend Parent

Family Involvement &
Aftercare Planning

Family involvement is a cornerstone of the Trails program, ensuring families are active participants in their child’s recovery journey.

  • Minimum of five hours of clinical programming for parents each week
  • Twice-weekly family therapy sessions
  • Multi-Family Skills Group for peer support
  • Parent Skills Group and Parenting with DBT sessions
  • Comprehensive aftercare planning for continued healing
Boys Program at Trails
Katy Castronovo
Katy Castronovo, LCSW
Clinical Director
Daniel Bess
Daniel Bess, LMFT
Primary Therapist
Shayna Bergenfeld
Shayna Bergenfeld, AMFT
Primary Therapist
Janet Velazquez
Janet Velazquez, CADC II
Recovery Counselor
Stacie Dourthe
Stacie Dourthe, PMHNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner

Resources

Understanding Boys Trauma Recovery

At Trails House, 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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