My experience here was one of the best things that I could have done for myself. For many years I was unable to live with out the use of drugs. My life was very unmanageable and I was running out of time. That is until I tried treatment. This facility really opened the doors ...
About Redcliff Ascent
Located in Enterprise, Utah, a small town in the southwest corner of the state, RedCliff Ascent is a unique wilderness program for teens aged 13-17. They help teens who are dealing with mental health issues, including substance use disorders. Wilderness therapy, sometimes called outdoor behavioral healthcare (OBH) has been shown to be an effective treatment option for addiction treatment.
RedCliff Ascent uses an integrated approach to healthcare and evidence based treatment methods. It’s a well rounded holistic treatment model that addresses physical and mental health.
While some insurance providers cover the cost of therapy sessions, insurance doesn’t usually cover other costs associated with OBH. Many families opt for a healthcare loan to cover costs.
All therapy takes place outdoors, including individual and group therapy sessions. What many parents appreciate is the supportive environment. Caring professionals here truly understand what your child is going through. Therapists and mentors work hard to help teens understand their emotions. They teach coping strategies that stick, even after the program ends.
If you’re wondering what a day looks like at RedCliff Ascent, here’s what to expect. Every day starts with a balanced diet. A registered dietician plans meals that include fresh fruits and vegetables, rice, beans, and meat. No caffeinated or carbonated drinks. Hiking, camping, and rock climbing are just a few outdoor activities. Each week, your teen will hike about 15 miles.
Parents stay involved by writing letters. Those letters can make a big difference in showing your support! Parents participate in family therapy over the phone once a week. They can also participate in a journaling activity called The Parent Narratives.
If you decide this is a good fit for your teen, plan on a minimum stay of 30 days. Most kids stay an average of 80 days. Depending on how well they respond to therapy, some teens need a little more time in the program.
Choosing a program like this is a big step for both you and your teen. It’s one that could lead to lasting positive change.
Latest Reviews
My experience with the Red Cliff Ascend therapy program has been nothing but exceptional. I have professionally worked with several therapist and staff at Red Cliff. They highlight professionalism, empathy, and effective treatment for each of their clients and families.
This is nothing but an organization that thrives on the abuse of youth. I was at Red Cliffe from the end of 2015 until Feb 2016.During my intake, I was pinned against a wall and stripped naked by three male staff because the women who originally intended to do the intake claimed I was too "violent" and "unwilling to listen". I was told to be quiet and the men driving the truck to where I would be dropped off had made a joke about taping my mouth.On average, we hiked over 5 miles per day through all temperatures in the winter, through mountainous and desert terrain, averaging around 40-60 miles per week. We were allowed to eat minimal amounts of food that lacked proper nutrition for the extreme exercise that went on. Water was unsafe to drink, many kids experienced bouts of dysentery and diarrhea, only worsening dehydration and proper food intake to help combat the sicknesses. A "nurse" would come 1-2 times per week to check on our feet and hands for hypothermia. The showers outdoors using a sack of water were not private, I had felt male staff watching me multiple times. Any injuries that occurred involving skin blistering or open wounds were not treated in an adequate time frame. Any communication of these health and medical issues to the nurse would not be taken seriously. A child was only ever allowed to leave in the case of a broken bone or persisting fever/throwing up/diarrhea.Although I learned minimal skills for survival, I learned the most about manipulative abusers and delusional adults who enjoy using mind-control therapy tactics to psychologically and emotionally break down a child. Thanks for the trauma.
Response from the owner3 days ago
The internet is a tricky place, especially for mental health providers bound by HIPAA privacy laws and can't challenge or defend themselves against internet reviews. This means anyone, anywhere, can say almost anything in a review, and we can't challenge specifics, tell the other side of the story, or reveal identities. It leaves us and other healthcare providers vulnerable to the picture anyone wants to paint, regardless of whether or not they were even at our facility. If I were a reader of a review like this, I would 1) call the Iron County police department and ask for public records on RedCliff Ascent to See if there is any evidence, in our history, of a staff-on-student assault. I would encourage a reader to call the Utah Department of Child and Family Services to see if there has ever been a substantiated claim of abuse. I would then call the Department of State Licensing to see if they have ever found any evidence of any type of staff-on-student abuse or neglect. Finally, I would call the Joint Commission, which accredits most hospitals and treatment programs, and ask them about such a claim. If, after reaching out to these four governing bodies, you came back with the consistent answer, "No, we have no evidence of this thing happening," I would put all that information together and draw my own conclusion as to whether this is a safe place where students are treated with dignity and respect. Thank you! Gallery
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Accepted Insurance
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.
Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.
Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.
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
Inpatient Addiction treatment at an inpatient rehab center is significantly more intensive than outpatient and community-based care. Clients remain at the facility for the duration of their program, though many centers offer supervised group excursions. Inpatient treatment typically consists of extensive psychotherapy, often including group and family counseling. Many programs also prioritize addiction education and recovery-focused life skills training. Holistic therapies, such as yoga, art therapy, EMDR, and meditation, are commonly available as well.
Aftercare Support Clients receiving services in a rehab aftercare program have generally been stable and sober for a period of weeks and months and no longer require high intensity treatment. Many have stepped down from inpatient rehab to outpatient treatment. Others have been discharged from formal treatment but need support in maintaining their sobriety. Clients typically work with their case manager and care team to develop a long-term care plan that aligns with their unique needs and goals.
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.
A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.
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.
Programs
Program For Men
Men face specific challenges and concerns when seeking addiction treatment. Gender-specific recovery programs help them tackle these issues head-on in an environment that's focused, targeted, and distraction-free. It also gives them the opportunity to connect with and learn from other men who have been through a similar journey and can offer support for the next step.
Program For Women
Rehabs for women provide a safe, nurturing space for female clients to heal. These treatment programs consider the specific obstacles that women can face during recovery and place a special emphasis on mental, social, physical, and reproductive health. They explore how each woman's experience has shaped the trajectory of their substance use, addressing issues such as sexual abuse and past trauma.
Young Adult Program
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
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.
Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.
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.
Recreational therapy (aka therapeutic recreation) uses creative and fun activities to help with addiction recovery. Recreational therapists lead patients in entertaining and engaging activities like sports or games; art (drawing, painting, sculpture); drama, music, and dance; and/or community outings (field trips) to improve patients' physical, social, and emotional well-being.
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.
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.
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Accreditations
State Licenses are permits issued by government agencies that allow rehab organizations to conduct business legally within a certain geographical area. Typically, the kind of program a rehab facility offers, along with its physical location, determines which licenses are required to operate legally.
State License: Utah
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: 19127
Contact Information
(435) 334-5815 
709 East Main Street
Enterprise, UT 84725
Get Help Now - 800-985-8516
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Edited by:
Peter Lee, PhD
