Admissions & Enrollment at OASIS Ascent
It is not easy to reach out for help. We are here to help you understand your options, whether you have been searching for an answer to help your teen for months or a recent crisis has occurred.
When you call OASIS Ascent you will speak to a member of our admissions team who will learn about your child, answer any questions that you may have, and help you determine if our program is the right fit for your teen. If we determine that it isn't, we will connect you with other appropriate resources.
Call us at 855-701-2721 to speak with one of our Admissions Consultants. Every conversation is confidential and free of obligations. Our goal is to help you find answers.
Our 3-Step Guided Admissions Process
We simplify the transition into residential care so you can focus entirely on what matters most: your family's healing.
Step 1: Talk With Our Admissions Team
We will listen to what has been happening with your teen, learn about there therapeutic, behavioral, and academic needs, and answer your questions. We will also discuss your family's goals for treatment and how OASIS Ascent's treatment model will help your teen so that you can decide whether it is the right next step.
Step 2: Customized Evidence-Based Treatment Approach
Once you submit an application, our clinical, medical, and academic team will review your teen's records to make sure that OASIS Ascent is the appropriate environment for your child to heal. We work closely with you to create a treatment approach tailored to your teen, and we'll walk you through the enrollment paperwork and answer any questions before you make a decision.
Step 3: Seamless Transition & Enrollment
Sending your teen to a residential treatment center is a decision that affects the entire family. Our team will work with you to come up with a plan for your teen's arrival that is safe and supportive. Our team will coordinate the details with your family, answer last-minute questions, and make sure you know what to expect during the admissions process.
Admissions Criteria & Clinical Fits
Find immediate stabilization, expert assessment, and compassionate care for your teen at OASIS Ascent. Our program is made for boys and girls ages 12–17 who are struggling with mental health, offering a safe and structured place where healing can start. To maintain a safe, therapeutic environment, our students typically meet the following criteria:
A student may be admitted for treatment if they meet the following criteria:
- The student must pass a complete physical evaluation with our pediatrician. The Medical Director must approve students that are on psychotropic medication*. The student's psychological or mental state must be at a level that their safety will not compromise the safety of other students or staff.
- The student must speak English in order to effectively communicate with the therapist, peers, and counselors. The inability to speak English will result in treatment barriers that will affect the treatment outcome.
- The student must be 13 to 17 years of age.
- Students with communicable diseases may be denied.
*All medications are cleared during the pre-admission process. If there are special circumstances with your child's health, let us know.
Who Is Not A Good Fit For OASIS Ascent
At OASIS Ascent, we address complex emotional and behavioral issues. However, we have limitations and do not work with certain situations and diagnoses. We are transparent about our focus and strive to provide effective treatment within our scope of practice.
We do not work with the following situations and diagnoses:
- Students under the age of 12
- Medical Instability or any problem requiring prolonged or intensive medical care or monitoring. For example:
- Eating disorders severe enough to require a feeding tube
- Diabetes
- Postural tachycardia syndrome (POTS)
- History of Physical Violence
- Pregnancy
- Parental Non-Participation
- Non-English Speaking
- Severe Autism
- IQ Below 90
- Anti-Social or Conduct Disorder
- Psychosis, Schizophrenia, or Schizoaffective Disorder
If your teenager struggles with any of these issues, you may find help at FindTreatment.gov
Choosing OASIS Ascent means choosing a program that is committed to helping your child thrive again. We understand the unique needs of teenagers struggling with mental health issues, and our experienced team is here to provide compassionate, evidence-based treatment to support their journey towards healing and growth. Don't wait to take action - enroll your child at OASIS Ascent and give them the opportunity to regain their sense of self and build a brighter future. Contact us now to learn more about our program and how we can help your child and family.
Insurance & Financial Support
Getting your child immediate care during a crisis shouldn't be stalled by financial confusion.
OASIS Ascent is an insurance-based short-term program designed to get your child the help they need as quickly as possible. Our team will review your health insurance plan to check for in-network or out-of-network mental health benefits. Once your coverage is verified and your deductible is satisfied, we can enroll your child immediately to avoid unnecessary administrative delays during a crisis. If needed, our team can also guide you through financing or alternative funding options to help cover any out-of-pocket costs.
Across our family of programs, our specialized utilization team achieves a 97.6% success rate in helping families secure coverage when their policy contains out-of-network behavioral health benefits.
We'll walk you through your options and help you understand what may be available based on your family's situation.
- Insurance Verification & Advocacy: How our team checks your in-network or out-of-network benefits and advocates for coverage authorization.
- Healthcare Lending Partnerships: Low-interest tuition loan options and fast qualification through industry leaders like Prosper Healthcare Lending.
- Alternative Funding Pathways: Guidance on nonprofit grants, state contracts, or Single Case Agreements (SCA) where applicable.
- Qualified Medical Tax Deductions: Foundational IRS Section 213(a) codes and tax court precedents (like the Griesdorf and Urbauer cases).
Verify Your Insurance Now: Start with a free, no-obligation Verification of Benefits (VOB) so our team can check your coverage and outline your out-of-pocket deductible costs today.
You Are Not Alone
OASIS Ascent is there for you and your family.