Ryan Faust
LCSW, Primary Therapist
Through Ryan’s 10+ years of experience, he has worked in many facets of the residential treatment process. Ryan has a passion for working with youth and for helping others. Ryan received his Master of Social Work degree from the University of Southern California and his social work licensure from the state of Utah. Ryan strives to meet the student where they are at, to work with your child, from a non-judgmental stance.
Ryan likes to utilize real life experiences, as learning tools, for our students. This helps to normalizing their struggling behaviors by allowing them to make positive changes and shed negative self-thoughts. Ryan is EMDR trained, and in line with Ryan’s passion for helping others, Ryan serves as a fitness instructor and Mixed Martial Arts coach in his spare time. The joy Ryan receives from helping others continues to increase his passion for working in this field.
We are incredibly grateful for the support and guidance we have received from Ryan. The progress we have seen since Ryan began working with our child has been nothing short of remarkable. When we first arrived at Elevations, we were in a place of deep uncertainty and concern for our child's future. Ryan has not only helped them regulate their emotions, but he has also opened doors to conversations about college and future aspirations—something we couldn't have imagined before.
If I had to describe Ryan in one word, it would be "transformative." His ability to connect, understand, and provide the right tools has been a game-changer for our family. Ryan’s involvement has truly been a beacon of hope, and we finally feel like we can see the light at the end of the tunnel.
- Thank you again for everything that your team does. Josh (parent)