by kayla | Mar 24, 2025 | Academic, Clinical, Program
What follows in this blog is meant to be an overview of ADHD and its impact on mental health. We want to be clear that ADHD is very complex and difficult to summarize in this short format. Our clinical team can “geek out” on this for hours with extensive pages of...
by kayla | Feb 27, 2025 | Admissions, Clinical, Program
Here at Summit Achievement, we believe that a strong family component is an integral part of the treatment process and plays a significant role in the success of the child after leaving Summit Achievement. We partnered with renowned author and parent coach Krissy...
by kayla | Feb 14, 2025 | Admissions, Clinical, Program, Staff Stories
When providing effective care and support for adolescents in residential treatment settings, one of the most vital roles is that of the direct care staff, who we refer to as “guides.” These folks are often the unsung heroes in adolescent treatment...
by kayla | Jan 30, 2025 | Admissions, Clinical, Program
The process of grieving when your child is in residential treatment can be a complex and deeply emotional experience, often compounded by shifting expectations. A lot of families feel grief but don’t necessarily name it that because it is not what we commonly...
by kayla | Jan 17, 2025 | Academic, Admissions, Clinical, Program
The Summit Achievement Continuum of Care Model works with adolescents ages 13-20, dealing with mental and behavioural health challenges, substance use and experiencing difficulty within their family, school, and/or personal lives. The focus is on...
by kayla | Dec 2, 2024 | Program
The holiday season is often a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. But for families with children in residential treatment, it can be a period marked by emotional complexity, heartache, and deep reflection, and families face the season with a unique set of...
