Evolve Adolescent Behavioral Health

Register Now for a Free CE Webinar: https://hubs.la/Q02S24t70 “It Takes a Family: The Impact of Family Participation in Teen Substance Use Treatment” with Ellen Urtecho, LCSW, and Lindsey Behrens, CADC III, ICADC. This webinar provides an overview of how teenagers struggling with substance use benefit from family involvement throughout their time in treatment. This training will invite clinicians to explore with families how the identified patient and family cycle through the progression of addiction together; how they impact one another and have influence over one another through an integrated experience. We will introduce research on family homeostasis and the importance of disrupting homeostasis in substance use disorder treatment. This webinar draws from key research on treating substance use in teenagers and evidence-based interventions such as psychoeducation, motivational interviewing, contingency management, and relapse prevention planning. We will provide clinicians with practical examples of how relapse prevention planning and contingency management can impact the recovery process in the home environment. Register Today: https://hubs.la/Q02S24t70 #mentalhealthcounseling #teenmentalhealth #familytherapy

Happy New Year from Evolve! As we step into 2025, we reaffirm our commitment to the values that drive us every day: ✨ Achieving Clinical Excellence by embracing innovation and advancing care through the latest research. 💙 Leading With Kindness in every interaction, creating a culture of compassion and understanding. 💪 Empowering Clinicians to thrive in their work, making a meaningful impact on the lives they touch. ✅ Being Accountable to our mission and each other, ensuring integrity in all we do. 🌈 Affirming For All by fostering inclusivity and celebrating diversity. 🌱 Growing Together as a team, a community, and a force for positive change. Here’s to a year of growth, connection, and meaningful impact. Let’s make 2024 extraordinary—together! #HappyNewYear #EvolveWithUs #GrowthAndKindness

Meet Natalie Tenenbaum, LCSW, Primary Therapist for Evolve’s Virtual Outpatient Program. With over six years at Evolve, Natalie has always been a passionate clinician, specializing in working with teens. She loves helping them learn the tools to make positive changes that will impact their future. The energy and enthusiasm that teens bring to the table inspire her every day, and she’s equally dedicated to supporting parents in making changes that will strengthen family dynamics. Natalie’s approach is all about making therapy fun and interactive, especially in virtual sessions, where warmth and humor go a long way in building trust and connection. She’s passionate about incorporating music and art into therapy to help teens connect and develop insight. Clients appreciate her sense of humor and her genuine interest in what matters most to them. Outside of her work, Natalie enjoys attending concerts, dancing, spa days, cozy nights with a good book, and spending time with her dogs, family, and friends. #MeetTheTeam #EvolveFamily #TeenTherapy #TeenMentalHealth

Evolve sends warm holiday wishes to you all. The holidays can be a time of joy but also a time of reflection and growth. Please take a moment to remember the importance of kindness, inclusivity, and checking in with one another. This time of year is different for everyone, let’s make space for diverse voices, experiences, and identities. Whether someone is questioning, exploring, or celebrating their unique journey, let's ensure everyone feels seen, heard, and loved. May this season bring peace, connection, and hope for brighter days ahead. Happy holidays! #teenmentalhealth #teentherapy #teenprograms #MentalHealthMatters #TeenSupport #HappyHolidays #familytherapy

Welcome to Evolve San Jose Outpatient! Evolve San Jose offers Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Programs for teens ages 12-17 who are experiencing mental health, substance use, and/or behavioral challenges. Located in the well-known Rose Garden neighborhood, our central location makes us easily accessible from Willow Glen, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Cupertino, Downtown, and Santa Clara. The San Jose location is a warm and inviting space designed with your teen’s comfort and recovery in mind. Our facility includes four welcoming therapy offices, a spacious group room, and a common area where teens can hang out with peers and engage in therapeutic activities. For teens in our full day program, we have a dedicated school room where teens can continue their academic pursuits. Evolve San Jose provides a nurturing and safe environment where real change happens daily. For more information about what services are included at Evolve’s PHP and IOP, click the link in bio or visit https://hubs.la/Q030cj7K0

Meet Emily Bell, LMFT, Evolve’s Associate Clinical Director in the East Bay. Emily has been with Evolve for over 4.5 years, starting as a Residential Counselor and working through roles as a Primary Therapist, Remote Float Therapist, and now leading as Associate Clinical Director. She’s passionate about the work she does with her team—describing them as supportive, driven, and energizing! And of course, she loves working with the teens, who keep her laughing with their funny and goofy personalities. Her clinical approach is skills-driven, authentic, and playful, with a sprinkle of stoicism. One thing she wants all clients to leave treatment believing is, “I can do hard things!” When she’s not working, you can find Emily training for her first half-marathon, hitting the slopes in winter, or listening to audiobooks (like the Outlander series) while diving into her favorite hobbies like macrame, film photography, and other “crafty things.” #mentalhealthcounseling #teenmentalhealth #teenprograms #teentherapist

This Thanksgiving, we applaud our clients, who make positive changes every day toward discovering a life worth living. We are very grateful for our dedicated and caring Evolve team members who work hard to support our teens and their families. Lastly, we offer our gratitude to all our partners who positively impact the lives of teens in the community. Thanksgiving is a time to highlight the hard work you do and to say Thank You! #MentalHealthMattes #teenmentalhealth #teentherapy #teenprograms

Register Now for a Free Community Workshop! “Parenting an Emotionally Dysregulated Teen” Some teens struggle with big emotions that are difficult to control, often leading to problematic behaviors and other challenges. Join Evolve’s Chief Clinical Officer, Alyson Orcena, LMFT, as she explores what teen emotion dysregulation looks like, what contributes to it, and what parents can do to help. She will also touch on ways parents can self-regulate and cope through these struggles. Click to register today! 

This Veterans Day, Evolve honors the strength and resilience of veterans and military families. With our Tricare in-network programs, we’re committed to providing accessible, compassionate mental health support tailored to the unique needs of military-connected youth. We thank you for your service and are here to support your family's well-being every step of the way. ❤️🤍💙 #VeteransDay #MilitaryFamilies #MilitaryMentalHealth #SupportOurTroops #MilitaryFamilies #VeteranSupport #StrongerFamilies #TRICAREMentalHealth

Meet Ellen, Ellen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been working with Evolve since 2021. Since joining the team, Ellen has gained experience as a Residential Counselor, Associate Therapist, Primary Therapist, and is now an Associate Clinical Director. Ellen has worked with individuals who struggle with mental health and substance use disorders as well as families struggling to support their teens with maintaining safety and sobriety. She works directly with families to build insight as to how the family dynamic can impact the client, as well as how family members can work to influence the dynamic by further reflecting on their family strengths and struggles. She loves the challenge of determining what individualized treatment looks like for each teen. Ellen has a deep appreciation for the people she works with and the brilliant clinicians she has learned from over the years. Clients seem to appreciate her patience and her willingness to listen to their needs, especially in moments when they feel most unheard. She also holds a lot of compassion for those who may be more outwardly oppositional or challenging. Outside of work, Ellen enjoys rock climbing, hiking, spending time with her family, and cooking! Get ready for a presentation featuring Ellen, where she’ll present “It Takes a Family: The Impact of Family Participation in Teen Substance Use Treatment.” Visit https://hubs.la/Q02Sx-RW0 to register. #teenmentalhealth #teentherapy