Outpatient Treatment at
Culver City

Comprehensive Outpatient Care for Teens

At Ascend, we offer a Culver City-based PHP and outpatient facility for teens between the ages of 12-17. This program provides comprehensive day services for clients of all genders who need continuing care after residential treatment. Our adolescent partial hospitalization program in Culver City is also appropriate for teens who need more support than traditional outpatient therapy, allowing teens to enjoy our evidence-based therapeutic experience while living in a transitional environment when returning home.

Location:

Culver City, CA
Outpatient Treatment

Who We Treat:

All Gender under 12-17

Conditions Treated:

Anxiety & Depression >
OCD & Related Disorders >
Trauma Disorders >
Bipolar change to Mood Disorders
Neurodivergent Disorders (ADHD & ASD) >
Substance Use Disorders

Length of Stay:

The Full Day or Partial Hospitalization programs average length of stay is 1–3 months. The after school based IOP is 2–4 months

Timelines vary based on each client’s clinical progress.

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Flexible Transitional and Preventive Care

While many teens enter our PHP and IOP programs as a natural step-down from residential treatment, these programs also serve adolescents transitioning from hospitalization or other intensive levels of care.

PHP and IOP can also act as early intervention options—helping prevent the need for residential placement by providing a structured, therapeutic environment for clients living at home.

Each program offers a rigorous clinical schedule designed to promote stabilization, skill building, and confidence in daily life. Clients receive the same individualized, evidence-based care found in our residential programs, within a supportive outpatient setting.

Facility Amenities:
Designed for Comfort & Healing

This outpatient treatment facility offers the following amenities:

Group therapy room for therapeutic sessions

Private therapy offices for individual counseling

Recreation spaces with games for peer interaction

Lounge spaces for relaxation and community building

Quiet study areas for academic support

Kitchen facilities for meal preparation and therapy

Multipurpose bathrooms and comfortable spaces

Evidence-Based Treatment
for Lasting Recovery

Our multidisciplinary team provides evidence-based clinical treatment models including individual, family, and group therapies. We ensure our team can provide personalized, tailored care for each client and their family.

Our Expert Team Includes:

Licensed therapists specializing in adolescent treatment
Psychiatrists and medication management specialists
Educational therapy providers
Case managers and care coordinators
Family therapy specialists

Daily Individual & Group Therapy: Comprehensive therapy sessions utilizing evidence-based modalities

Holistic Wellness Practices: Experiential therapies and other evidence-based approaches

Therapeutic Approaches Used at Culver City

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Addressing negative thought patterns and behavioral challenges

Mentalization

Building awareness of mental states and emotional processing

Breathwork

Mindfulness and stress reduction techniques

Meditation

Mindfulness practices for emotional regulation

Experiential Sessions

Hands-on therapeutic activities for skill building

Family Voices

The Heart of Our Success

“Ascend gave me hope again. I know I can do hard things now. ”
— Ascend Client

“The groups like Restorative Drumming and Ink Expressions truly helped me heal. ”
— Ascend Client

“Group therapy helped me find my voice and use it. ”
— Ascend Client

“I feel lighter than I have in years. Thank you, Ascend. ”
— Julie O., Ascend Parent

“Your emotions are valid—even if you can’t explain them… Growth isn’t linear. You’ll have setbacks. You’ll burn out. You’ll make mistakes. Just take accountability, and keep going. ”
— Legacy Testimonial from PCX

Family Involvement &
Aftercare Planning

Family involvement is central to our Culver City outpatient programs, ensuring families are active participants in their teen’s recovery journey.

Weekly family therapy sessions with DBT and parent process groups
Weekly multi-family therapy sessions for community support
Individual therapy sessions tailored to each family’s needs
Educational therapy resources and academic planning
Comprehensive aftercare planning and care coordination

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Culver PHP & Intensive Outpatient Program

Amy Brenner, LCSW

Clinical Director

Molly Elkin

Program Manager

Maya Fujiwara, AMFT

Primary Therapist

Britanni Muradyan, AMFT

Primary Therapist

Brooke Chavez, AMFT

Primary Therapist

Shoshana Diner, ACSW

Therapist

Damilola Adefeso, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric Provider

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Resources

Understanding Outpatient Treatment

At our Culver City facility, 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.