What We Do
Drop-In Center
The Asher Drop-In Center is a sanctuary where youth and young adults ages 16-24 who are in crisis can find immediate safety and support. We employ trauma-informed best practice services.
Our goal is to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of youth via education on trafficking, healthy relationships, boundaries and more. We provide essential services including showers, bagged lunches, art therapy, case management, crisis counseling, ID/Birth Certificate assistance, and more. Additionally, our program includes emergent housing, emergency support, and other essential services to aid individuals in their journey toward healing and stability.
We also provide field trips and events throughout the year to foster lasting relationships.
WHY???
Certain populations are more vulnerable to trafficking, violence, and homelessness than others.
The ADC focuses on these at-risk youth, including those who are couch surfing, victims of crime, or facing other crisis situations. We use a strengths-based approach, supported by on-site therapists certified in TF-CBT, to empower and heal from often complex trauma.
We believe in a holistic approach to change, one that nurtures both the immediate needs and long-term aspirations of every youth.
Counseling & Crisis Response
Asher House offers counseling and crisis intervention for individuals in our program to assist in their healing journey or those who have urgent personal crises. All counselors are licensed therapists who have over a decade of experience in complex trauma and addictions.
Women of Asher
Women of Asher is a support group for women ages 18-30 who have experienced exploitation, trafficking, sexual violence, or complex trauma. This program meets once a month with lunch and childcare provided. We provide a safe space for women to discuss healthy relationships, boundaries, trauma, and their healing journey.
Asher Clubhouse
Asher Clubhouse works with at-risk children ages 5 - 16 and focuses on prevention, healthy relationships, and healthy habits within the schools and community.
Asher Clubhouse also offers Grief Support to children and youth who have lost a parent or caregiver. Our grief support specialist works with the schools to visit, support, and provide peer counseling in an effort to help in the healing process.
