December 10th marks World Human Rights Day, which is observed every year across the world, and was adopted in 1948 by the United Nations General Assembly. The United Nations has announced that the theme for 2019 is Youth Standing Up for Human Rights, with the accompanying hashtag and call to action, #StandUp4HumanRights. According to […]
One of Paradigm’s core beliefs is that adolescents should be engaged as full partners in the creation and implementation of their treatment plans. Marriage and Family Therapist, Alexis Fahey, embodies this notion by motivating youth and helping them find value in their treatment experience. This exemplary work ethic is one of the many reasons […]
Paradigm Treatment Centers was thrilled to return as a Keynote Sponsor for the Lesbian & Gay Psychotherapy Association’s (LAGPA) 24th Annual LGBTQ Psychotherapy Conference in Los Angeles, in association with Mount Saint Mary’s University, who acted as co-sponsor and host for the event. The enriching and informative one-day conference presents leading academic research and […]
Healing With Equines, Empathy & Embodied Awareness Since she was a young girl, Dr. Vallerie Coleman found herself drawn to the majestic, graceful power of horses. Whenever she could she would carve out some time to ride, which eventually led to her owning a horse of her own as a teenager. Although she was […]
Paradigm Treatment Centers was honored to be a part of this year’s annual Therapy Reimagined Conference in Los Angeles, California. Designed with the intention of re-creating the conference experience for modern therapists, this two-day event featured 27 highly engaging and interactive presentations, workshop-style keynotes and quick, “thought bubble” presentations designed to spark dialogue and enhance […]
Paradigm Treatment Centers is thrilled to announce the significant enhancement of its state-of-the-art Alumni Program, which is available for both in-state and out-of-town alumnus. This innovative, multi-faceted program is designed for adolescents who have completed treatment at Paradigm’s residential treatment facilities and who may be in need of some additional support and skills. Created by […]
Paradigm is thrilled to announce that Ryan Franck, Clinical Assistant at our San Francisco location, has been chosen as November’s Employee of the Month. A native of the Bay Area, Ryan Franck has extensive experience working with adults with disabilities, as well as adults suffering from anxiety, depression, and other mental and emotional health […]
Paradigm Treatment Centers was thrilled to host Disney star Mia Talerico of “Good Luck Charlie” fame on a recent visit to our beautiful facilities in Malibu, California. Mia came wearing orange in honor of Unity Day, which takes place every October and invites schools, students, parents, teachers, mental health practitioners and community members from […]
Paradigm Chief Clinical Officer and Co-Founder Dr. Jeff Nalin recently attended the esteemed Austen Riggs Center’s annual fall conference and centennial celebration, entitled, “The Mental Health Crisis in America: Recognizing Problems, Working Towards Solutions.” The two-day conference took place at Tanglewood’s new Linde Center for Music and Learning in beautiful New England and hosted some […]
Shining a Light on Innovating Interventions With Care, Compassion, & Community In 1985, Scott Graham was an LA County Sheriff’s Deputy working undercover in Vice-Narcotics. He was, quite simply, incredible at his job. A decorated Sheriff’s deputy and one who would collect a half-dozen arrests in a single day, Graham was the picture of dedication, […]