Moving Up with David
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,…
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Balancing It All with Spencer
We know you’re excited for another look behind the scenes with the team at Ascend, so we’ve served up something special this month. Instead of administrative, clinical, or operations staff, we’ll be exploring one of the team members in charge…
What No One Tells You About Being in a Residential Mental Health Facility
For many people, especially teens, seeking help when they are struggling with mental health challenges can be difficult. It can feel overwhelming to reach out for support, let alone consider being admitted to a residential mental health facility. However, this…
Surviving the Bed Shortage at Mental Health Facilities
Mental health facilities like Ascend provide essential care for individuals struggling with mental health and addiction issues. Unfortunately, a shortage of beds in mental health facilities has led to long wait lists before admittance. The lack of beds for teen…
Nursing the Team with Josseline
At Ascend, we’re constantly trying to highlight the amazing work our staff does to show them some appreciation and to show you a little bit about what we do behind the scenes. As we grow, we bring on more and…
Getting Artsy with Jahmario
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…
Types of ADHD & How They Differ
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…
Providing Primary Therapy with Kristina
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,…
Common Myths About Intrusive Thoughts in Teenagers
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…
Recognizing Anxiety Warning Signs
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Anxiety is one of the most common mental health disorders in the United States. Nearly one in five teens will experience anxiety at some point during their teenage years. Although anxiety is a normal part of development, it can become…