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ABOUT US
At Strategic Treatment Solutions, we understand the complexities and challenges of building and running a successful treatment center. That's why we offer expert consulting services across every facet of the adolescent behavioral health industry- from intake and staff development to treatment facility management, program creation, accreditation, and the development of Residential Facilities (RTC), Partial- Hospitalization Programs (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP).
Our Intake Specialists are skilled in conducting thorough pre-admission assessments, managing travel arrangements, and securing payment methods, ensuring a smooth and efficient process for both your team and the individuals and families you serve.
Known for our expertise in launching new facilities and outpatient programs, we also offer IOP startup services which will cover everything from policy and procedure creation to clinical programming, ensuring your center is set up for long-term success.
Our team of professionals has decades of experience working across multiple centers and levels of care, during which we've played key roles in helping organizations overcome challenges, seize market opportunities, develop robust programs, and stabilize or expand their census. Whether you're navigating a reorganization, striving for scalability, or starting from scratch, Strategic Treatment Solutions is here to guide you every step of the way.
gryphon ward
Founder, President
For over 15 years, Gryphon Ward has been a leader in adolescent mental health care, founding and scaling three highly successful treatment organizations—each of which remains operational today with multiple locations nationwide. His leadership has driven substantial growth, with his first two ventures expanding over 300% and his most recent developing into a multi-location residential program with thriving PHP and IOP services. Known for building sustainable, high-impact treatment centers, he has established himself as a trusted expert in the field.
Gryphon’s expertise is rooted in a deep understanding of how adolescents think, learn, and engage. His early career in juvenile justice and education gave him firsthand experience in guiding young people through challenges, whether through alternative sentencing programs for first-time offenders or hands-on STEM education for at-risk youth. He has a rare ability to break down complex concepts in ways that resonate, a skill that translates directly into his approach to treatment program development. By combining structure with engagement, he creates environments where adolescents don’t just receive care—they understand it, connect with it, and actively participate in their own recovery.
Beyond founding successful programs, Gryphon has led treatment centers through every stage of growth, transforming concepts into thriving, high-performing facilities. His expertise spans licensing, accreditation, program development, staffing, and compliance—ensuring that every center he builds operates at the highest level. He doesn’t just create treatment programs; he engineers systems for long-term success, where clinical excellence and operational efficiency work hand in hand. His strategic leadership and deep industry insight make him a key force in shaping the future of adolescent behavioral health.
sasha decania, lmft
Consulting Partner
Sasha DeCania, LMFT, has spent over two decades dedicated to providing quality service in the mental health field—developing innovative treatment programs, mentoring future clinicians, and leading high-performing teams. With extensive experience across outpatient, residential, and intensive treatment settings, she has treated thousands of individuals facing complex mental health challenges, including mood disorders, trauma, co-occurring disorders, and more.
A respected clinical leader, Sasha has designed and implemented programs for behavioral health organizations across the Las Vegas Valley, in both the for profit and nonprofit sectors earning her recognition by being awarded Women of Distinction in Health Care from the National Association for Women Business Owners (2018). Since 2014, she has served as an Approved Supervisor for Marriage and Family Therapists and Certified Professional Counselor Interns in Nevada, guiding the next generation of mental health professionals. As a former adjunct faculty member at UNLV, she continues to educate and advocate, guest lecturing on behavioral health topics and providing expert analysis for major media outlets. Currently, Sasha proudly serves on the Board of Trustees for Creative Solutions for Positive Youth Development, a non profit collaboration with the Boys and Girls Club of Southern Nevada, which seeks to bring accessible treatment options to young people in the Las Vegas Valley.
Sasha established her own practice Mindful Living in 2011, where she stills sees clients. Sasha’s overall work in the field of mental health is built on ethical practices, evidence-based approaches and a fierce commitment to making mental health care more accessible and effective. Now focused on expanding her impact, she partners with organizations to cultivate top-tier talent, optimize clinical operations, and build sustainable, high-quality treatment programs.