Ascend Therapy Group, LLC

Ciara B 

on Google

5 days ago

Max is an outstanding therapist, especially for men who feel unsure about starting therapy for the first time and couples looking for a Gottman trained provider. He specializes in men's mental health, neurodivergence, and helping clients navigate purpose, motivation, and emotional regulation. He's trained in DBT, ACT, and EMDR, and brings a warm, structured approach and a great welcoming energy, which is rare and so valuable for male clients. I highly recommend him! 

Lindsey Harr-Smith 

on Google

5 months ago

I can’t recommend Max highly enough. He is truly down to earth, caring, and deeply supportive. He creates a space where you feel heard and understood. He’s an excellent listener and a natural problem solver, helping his clients work through challenges in practical, meaningful ways. His neuroaffirming approach makes a huge difference, especially for individuals with autism and ADHD. He genuinely understands and respects neurodiversity, meeting each student where they are and helping them build on their strengths. Max is also ... read more

amy nicholas 

on Google

5 months ago

I have the privilege of knowing Max as a fellow clinician and have consistently been impressed by his compassionate and calm approach to supporting others. I wholeheartedly recommend Max to anyone seeking a thoughtful, skilled and empathetic therapist. 

Ashly Alghamdi 

on Google

5 months ago

From school to the workplace, I’ve had the honor of seeing the skillset Max brings to his work through a down-to-earth and genuinely relatable approach with all clients but specifically those with ASD and ADHD. He is deeply intentional about creating a safe, supportive space where people feel comfortable exploring their emotions and investing in themselves. With his niche for working with men specifically, Max is attuned to the specific barriers society has placed in front of them, making vulnerability extremely uncomfortabl... read more

Hannah Sharp 

on Google

6 months ago

Max is an incredibly thoughtful, empathetic, and knowledgeable therapist. From the moment you talk with him, it’s clear how intentional he is about creating a space where people feel comfortable, understood, and supported. He has a genuine ability to meet people where they are and help them feel at ease being themselves. Max has extensive experience working with individuals of all ages, and that breadth really shows in his approach. He is my go-to person when it comes to ASD, ADHD, or navigating general life stressors, both ... read more