Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Student Life at ThreePeaks Ascent Residential Program for Teens

What does everyday life actually look like for your teen at ThreePeaks Ascent? 

A typical day at ThreePeaks Ascent is built around a predictable, structured schedule that balances therapy assignments, outdoor activities, schoolwork, peer connection, and rest, all grounded by 24/7 support from dedicated residential staff.

How Our Daily Residential Environment Fosters Skill Development

From morning routines and shared meals to evening campfires, every part of the schedule provides clear, consistent expectations so your teen always knows what comes next.

In a beautiful, sweeping valley surrounded by scenic mountain views, your child experiences a natural physical setting with modern amenities, including heated yurts, comfortable cots, and hot showers, that help them feel safe and secure. Supported around the clock by experienced care teams, your teen learns to navigate practical day-to-day living, build healthy habits, and practice real-world communication in a distraction-free setting.

Every interaction throughout the day is viewed as an opportunity for growth and skill development. When challenges arise, adolescents are supported in real time, learning how to apply coping skills, regulate emotions, and manage stress in the exact situations where those skills are needed most.

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A Typical Weekday in Residential Treatment

The residential program at ThreePeaks Ascent is thoughtfully developed to support your teen’s mental and physical health while giving them time to develop healthy coping skills, socialize with peers, and enjoy outdoor activities in a safe, nurturing environment supported 24/7 by our team of dedicated professionals.

At ThreePeaks Ascent, our program embraces the natural rhythms of the environment, allowing for a flexible schedule that adapts to the time of year, weather conditions, and available sunlight. While this outline of a weekday schedule provides a glimpse into a typical day, it's important to note that each day is tailored to meet the unique needs of individual students and accommodate various activities and therapeutic interventions.

Student life at ThreePeaks Residential Program for Teens

Sunrise

Wake Up / Morning Routine

Sunrise

9:00 - 10:00 AM

Breakfast

9:00 - 10:00 AM

10:00 - 10:30 AM

Chores

10:00 - 10:30 AM

10:30 - 11:30 AM

Phasework / Therapy Assignments

10:30 - 11:30 AM

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Hygiene

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

12:00 - 1:00 PM

Lunch

12:00 - 1:00 PM

1:00 - 4:00 PM

School & Therapy

During this time, students engage in a diverse range of activities tailored to their specific needs and the day's requirements. This dedicated time combines academic pursuits and therapeutic interventions, providing a comprehensive approach to student development. Some of the activities that students may participate in during this time include:

  • Healing Adventure / Recreation Activities
  • Guided Reflections
  • Outdoor Education
  • Group Games
  • Hard Skills
  • Art / Music Group
  • Group Therapy
  • Life Skills Training
  • Family Therapy
  • Individual Therapy
  • Pack Cleaning
1:00 - 4:00 PM

4:00 - 4:30 PM

GLADS / Journaling

GLAD is a journaling framework that helps cultivates joy and balance in your life. GLAD stands for:

  • G - Gratitude, something you're grateful for today.
  • L - one thing you Learned today.
  • A - one Accomplishment you had today.
  • D - one thing of Delight that you experienced today.
4:00 - 4:30 PM

4:30 - 5:00 PM

Hygiene

4:30 - 5:00 PM

5:00 - 6:00 PM

Dinner

5:00 - 6:00 PM

6:00 - 7:00 PM

Community Check-ins

6:00 - 7:00 PM

7:00 - 8:00 PM

Showers / Individual Check-ins With Staff

7:00 - 8:00 PM

8:00 - 8-30 PM

Clean-up / Bedtime Routine

8:00 - 8-30 PM

Sunset

Bed

Sunset