Welcome to Ascent Programs
Welcome to Ascent Programs, a trusted and compassionate network of mental health treatment programs nestled throughout Utah. With a legacy extending over 30 years, our family of programs has been a catalyst for transformation and healing in the lives of thousands of teenagers and their families. With a focus on holistic healing, personalized care, and experiential learning, we guide teenagers through mental health challenges toward a brighter future. At Ascent Programs, we understand that each teen's journey is unique, and we are committed to fostering growth, resilience, and lasting positive change.
Leveraging Outcomes for Attaining Results
3 Uses of Outcomes
Ascent Behavioral Health Annual Outcomes Report
Delve into this comprehensive report detailing our utilization of outcomes, summarizing our achievements, and outlining our forthcoming research pathways.
Ascent Behavioral Health Annual Academics Outcomes
Ascent Behavioral Health's students achieved an impressive 10.5 times greater academic improvement than the national average in 2023. Discover how we accomplish this feat by downloading our complimentary guide today.
Ascent Behavioral Health - Family of Programs
redcliffascent.com
Teenage boys & girls ages 13 - 17
RedCliff Ascent is a short-term wilderness therapy program that provides support to teenagers facing significant emotional and behavioral challenges, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, tech addictions, ADHD, and other conditions. The program typically lasts 8 to 12 weeks, and its high impact and effectiveness make it a popular first step to longer-term therapeutic treatment.
discoveryranch.net
Teenage boys ages 13 -17
Discovery Ranch is a therapeutic school and residential treatment center designed for teenage boys who are facing significant emotional and behavioral challenges such as depression, anxious attachment issues, ASD, ADHD, and more. The program typically lasts 8 to 12 months, providing ample time for long-lasting change and growth.
oxbowacademy.net
Pre-teen boys 10-13 Teenage boys ages 13 -17
Oxbow Academy is a residential treatment center and therapeutic school that specializes in helping teenage boys with sexual behavioral problems and other compulsive behavior issues.They offer a 90-day comprehensive psychological evaluation to determine if the student needs long term sex-specific treatment, which they can further provide with an average length of stay of 11-13 months, providing a specialized and supportive environment for young men to develop healthy habits and overcome their challenges.
discoveryranchsouth.com
Adolescent girls & teens assigned female at birth ages 13 -17
Discovery Ranch South is a residential treatment center and therapeutic school that specializes in supporting teenage girls and teens assigned female at birth who are struggling with severe emotional and behavioral issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, school anxiety, ASD, ADHD, and more. With an average length of stay of 8 to 12 months, the program provides a nurturing and empowering environment for students to heal, learn, and grow.
oasisascent.com
Teenage boys & girls ages 13 - 17
At OASIS Ascent, we are committed to providing compassionate and holistic care for teens and their families as they face challenges like anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, suicidal ideations, and out-of-control behaviors. As a short-term (60-90 day) residential treatment center, we offer comprehensive mental health services, focusing on Observation and Assessment, Stabilization, and Intensive Therapeutic Support. Our holistic approach ensures that our assessments and personalized interventions are carefully designed to help teens heal and thrive, empowering them towards a brighter future.
waypointacademy.com
Teenage boys ages 13 - 17
WayPoint Academy is a residential treatment center and therapeutic school that specializes in supporting teens struggling with all forms of anxiety, including GAD, OCD, social anxiety, panic disorders, school anxiety, ASD & anxiety, ADHD & anxiety, and agoraphobia. With an average length of stay of 11 to 13 months, the program provides a nurturing environment for young people to develop the skills, tools, and self-awareness needed to manage their anxiety and thrive.
threepeakstreatment.com
Teenage boys & girls ages 13 - 17
Immersed in a serene natural setting, ThreePeaks Ascent is a short-term residential treatment center, where teens can disconnect from the noise and distractions of urban living, and instead focus on self-exploration, personal growth, and building a brighter future. Our specialized program is tailored for teenagers struggling with technology addictions, ADHD, trauma, depression, anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorders, and more. Through a holistic approach, we provide comprehensive mental health assessment and stabilization, engaging therapeutic interventions, and empowering skills training, all within a supportive and nurturing environment.
Introducing the Leadership Team
Ascent Behavioral Health - Family of Programs
Steven DeMille, Ph.D. LCMHC
Clinton Dorny
Shawn Brooks
Andrea Burgess
Brent Esplin, LMFT
Bryan Wilde, LCSW
Steven DeMille, Ph.D. LCMHC
Executive Director - RedCliff Ascent and ThreePeaks Ascent
Clinton Dorny
Executive Director - Discovery Ranch
Shawn Brooks
Executive Director - Oxbow Academy
Andrea Burgess
Executive Director - Discovery Ranch South
Brent Esplin, LMFT
Executive Director - OASIS Ascent
Bryan Wilde, LCSW
Executive Director - Waypoint Academy