Ashe County Children's Advocacy Center of Southmountain Children and Family Services

Ashe County Children’s Advocacy Center, part of Southmountain Children and Family Services, is a specialized facility located in West Jefferson, North Carolina, dedicated to supporting children and adolescents impacted by abuse and neglect. The center provides a safe, compassionate environment where young individuals can share their experiences and receive individualized care. Services include forensic interviews, child medical exams, trauma evaluations, and advocacy, all designed to promote healing and ensure the safety of children. Highly trained clinicians provide continuous support through outpatient individual, group, and family therapy, tailored to each child’s developmental needs.

The center employs evidence-based, trauma-focused therapeutic approaches to address the lasting effects of abuse, including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, and behavioral challenges. Programs such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing help children process traumatic experiences, rebuild coping skills, and regain a sense of safety. Through a comprehensive approach involving evaluation, treatment, and prevention education, Ashe County Children’s Advocacy Center empowers children to heal, build resilience, and thrive in their communities.