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Ascend Recovery – Lake House Step 1

6595 North 6000 West
American Fork, UT 84003
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About Ascend Recovery – Lake House Step 1

Ascend Recovery is an addiction treatment center in American Fork, Utah, that serves adults with substance abuse symptoms. Support is also offered to clients’ families, along with individuals searching for a structured approach to recovery. Most major insurance plans are accepted, and self-pay may also be available.

Step-By-Step Support for Substance Abuse

The facility’s programming is here for you every step of the way throughout your addiction recovery through three phases. Described as the program’s soft landing, their initial step 1 program is an initial highly structured yet gentle phase in a multi-step care approach.

If you’re seeking more intensive support, residential programming is available in their second phase in Eagle View for 30-45 days as well as detox services for the earlier stages of your recovery.

Individual, group, family and experiential therapy sessions as well as life skills education and the 12 Steps combine through each of the three program phases. The last phase is a transitional recovery program in their Montgomery House so that you’ll be closer to independent living.

A Relaxed, Holistic Drug Rehab Near American Fork Canyon

You’ll find the center in a peaceful residential setting, with a Lake House that offers a homely, comfortable treatment environment. You can enjoy shared living spaces and stay in a private or semi-private bedroom depending on your preferences.

There are also plenty of outdoor spaces where you can reflect, relax and engage in recreational activities like arts and crafts, walks and sports. Soak in the stunning natural landscapes, and integrate this precious time into your healing journey. American Fork Canyon and Utah Lake and Mount Timpanogos are a short drive away.

The facility’s amenities are designed to help you foster a sense of community among your peers, where you can relax and enjoy communal cooking sessions and meals together.

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Latest Reviews

Harrison Evans
2 months ago on Google
5
I was attracted to Ascend Recovery because of its revered reputation. The program did not disappoint, the best therapists I could ask for. From how clean and organized the program is to the support that follows after graduation, this program is top tier. Thank you for saving my life Ascend. 🧡
liza moreno
5 months ago on Google
5
This was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had, this center not only focuses on addiction and alcoholism but mental health. I thank the staff they’re friendly, understanding and very professional.
McGoogger
7 months ago on Google
5
Completely transformative for me. Best decision I ever made was going to Ascend, I’m so grateful for this program. Amazing therapists. Highly recommend this program for those struggling with addiction and mental health. I’m still sober today and have made a ton of progress with my mental health. Thanks Ascend.
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Accepted Insurance

Please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Ascend Recovery – Lake House Step 1 works with several private insurance providers, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Other Forms of Payment

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.

Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal.

Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.

Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.

12-step programs are addiction recovery models based on Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). A number of substance abuse programs (including some drug and alcohol rehab centers) use the 12 steps as a basis for treatment. Beginning steps involve admitting powerlessness over the addiction and creating a spiritual basis for recovery. Middle steps including making direct amends to those who've been hurt by the addiction, and the final step is to assist others in addiction recovery in the same way. 12-Step offshoots including Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Cocaine Anonymous (CA), Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA), Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA) and Gamblers Anonymous (GA).

Treatments

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

When you enter a drug rehab in Utah, the process usually involves four stages: treatment initiation, early abstinence, maintaining abstinence, and advanced recovery. Treatment methods can rely on medications, counseling, or both, in either an outpatient or inpatient setting.

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.

Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.

Programs

Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.

Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Clinical Services

Creativity is inherently healing, and can help those in recovery express thoughts or feelings they might not otherwise be able to. Creative arts therapy can include music, poetry/writing, painting, sculpting, dance, theater, sandplay, and more. Unlike traditional art, the final product matters far less than the experience of creation and expression itself.

Equine therapy, aka equine-assisted therapy (EAT), is a form of experiential therapy that involves interactions and activities with horses. It does not necessarily involve riding horses, but all activities related to horses, such as feeding, grooming, haltering and leading them. A mental health professional frequently oversees the activities (often in conjunction with a horse professional), and helps patients process their thoughts, feelings, and behavior patterns during and/or after the interaction.

Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. Specific dietary plans are designed by professional nutritionists or registered dietitians, and patients follow them in order to positively affect their physical and mental health.

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Clay Cross

Director of Operations, Owner

Ryan Salter, LCSW

Founder, Clinical Supervisor

Guy Hardcastle, MPA

Chief Executive Officer, Partner

Johanna Salter, BS

Vice President & COO

Cameron Cann

Director of Admissions & Business Development

Accreditations

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes

The National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP) is a professional association that represents organizations in the field of addiction services. Founded in 1978, NAATP's mission is to advance addiction services and ensure that high-quality addiction treatment is available and accessible.

NAATP Member: Yes
Member ID: 58

Contact Information

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6595 North 6000 West
American Fork, UT 84003

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Reviews of Ascend Recovery – Lake House Step 1

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4.1 (65 reviews)
Harrison Evans
2 months ago
5

I was attracted to Ascend Recovery because of its revered reputation. The program did not disappoint, the best therapists I could ask for. From how clean and organized the program is to the support that follows after graduation, this program is top tier. Thank you for saving my life Ascend. 🧡

liza moreno
5 months ago
5

This was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had, this center not only focuses on addiction and alcoholism but mental health. I thank the staff they’re friendly, understanding and very professional.

McGoogger
7 months ago
5

Completely transformative for me. Best decision I ever made was going to Ascend, I’m so grateful for this program. Amazing therapists. Highly recommend this program for those struggling with addiction and mental health. I’m still sober today and have made a ton of progress with my mental health. Thanks Ascend.

Tiffany H
9 months ago
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After 5 months at Ascend, we received a call from the owner and my college age son telling us that my son had decided he did not want to be sober. Ryan (the owner) had the brilliant solution that we need to set up “guard-rails” so that he can use safely. He literally tried to convince us that we should let him go back to school and just set up ways for him to “use safely”. I am not sure where someone who runs a rehab facility got the idea that there is such a thing as “guardrails” to allow an addict to “use safely”, but if that is how they understand addiction, I would not waste your money.

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