Virtual Outpatient Programs for Teens

Evolve Treatment Centers Online & Virtual Outpatient Program For Teens

Evolve Virtual Outpatient Programs support adolescents 12-17 years old who live at home but struggle to maintain balance due to mental health, addiction, and behavioral issues.

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What Are Virtual Outpatient Programs for Teens?

A mental health or substance use disorder can cause a teen to struggle socially, emotionally, and academically. However, participating in a long inpatient program isn’t always the best solution. A virtual outpatient program for teens is a flexible treatment option that makes it possible for young people to get the support they need while remaining at home.

Our teen online outpatient treatment programs offer two levels of virtual care to ensure we can provide solution-focused programs that fit every need. Parents who need advice on how to deal with a runaway teenager or what to do when your teenager lies and those seeking support for children with substance use disorders will appreciate the importance our online intensive outpatient program (IOP) places on parental participation. 

Virtual Outpatient Program For Teens: New Methods for a Changing World

Given the various factors at play in our world today, many teens are unable to participate in traditional, in-person treatment. Our virtual outpatient programs allow teens to receive the support they need from the safety and comfort of home. Utilizing the same core curriculum as our innovative residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs, we offer participants in our virtual outpatient program the highest quality mental health and addiction treatment available.

Our Virtual Program For Teens is Private, Secure, and Effective

Our board-certified adolescent psychiatrists and therapists employ HIPAA-compliant video-conferencing tools to provide our full spectrum of solution-focused, data-driven, evidence-based, results-oriented therapy at each level of care.

Tailored Treatment for Individual Needs 

The only difference between our virtual programs and our in-person programs is the location.

In our virtual programs – just like our in-person programs – we take the time to learn everything we can about each of our teens. We learn about their interests, passions, hopes, fears, and dreams. We listen to what they want out of treatment. We help them discover and define their personal vision of recovery, then use that knowledge to create an individual, customized recovery plan that serves their specific needs.

How Our Virtual Outpatient Program Can Help Teens

We help our teens achieve their treatment goals with traditional therapies such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Group DBT, Process Groups, Educational Groups, Family Therapy, and Parent Support Groups. We combine these techniques with complementary approaches such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), yoga, music, drama, and art to tailor a dynamic program that changes as our teens learn, grow, and change on their treatment and recovery journey.

Our Two Levels of Virtual Care for Teens

Adolescents receive our full spectrum of solution-focused, data-driven, evidence-based, results-oriented therapy at each level of care:

Virtual Intensive Outpatient (Online IOP) for Teens

The intensive outpatient level of care is appropriate for teens who live at home and attend school but struggle to manage the symptoms of their mental health, behavioral, or addiction issues.

Parents and/or guardians of teens in Virtual IOP programs must be available to participate in their teen’s treatment program for at least two hours per week. In addition, we invite parents of teens in Virtual IOP to participate in our parent support groups which we offer twice a week. 

Our virtual intensive outpatient program supports teens stepping down from a more immersive level of care, such as residential, partial hospitalization, or inpatient hospitalization, or teens who need more structure and support than weekly outpatient therapy.

At the online IOP level of care, our teens:

• Participate in treatment Monday – Thursday from 3:30-6:45 pm
• Have a personal recovery counselor
• Engage in daily group therapy sessions
• Engage in daily psychoeducation workshops/classes
• Receive one individual counseling session per week
• Participate in one family therapy session per week
• Participate in one multi-family therapy session per week
• Receive two individual psychiatry sessions per month
• Engage in weekly experiential therapies, such as yoga, drama, and art

The typical length of treatment for our Virtual IOP teens is around two to three months. However, length varies by individual needs, treatment progress, input from clinical staff, and insurance.

Virtual Partial Hospitalization Program (Online PHP) for Teens

The partial hospitalization level of care is appropriate for teens with mental health, behavioral, or addiction issues who are able to live at home but unable to attend school because of the severity of their symptoms.

Parents and/or guardians of teens in Virtual Partial Hospitalization programs must be available to participate in their teen’s treatment program for at least two hours per week. In addition, we invite parents of teens in Virtual PHP to participate in our parent support groups which we offer twice a week. 

Our virtual partial hospitalization program supports teens stepping down from a more immersive level of care, such as residential treatment or inpatient hospitalization, or teens who need more structure and support than provided in weekly outpatient therapy or intensive outpatient treatment.

At the online PHP level of care, our teens:

• Participate in treatment Monday – Thursday from 10:00am-6:45pm, and Friday from 10:00am-4:00pm.
• Have a personal recovery counselor
• Participate in a focused, DBT-centered treatment program with the same level system as our in-person treatment programs
• Engage in daily group therapy sessions
• Engage in daily psychoeducation workshops/classes
• Have two hours per day to work on individualized schoolwork
• Receive two individual counseling sessions per week
• Participate in one family therapy session per week
• Receive one individual psychiatry session per week
• Engage in daily complementary therapies, such as yoga, drama, and art

The typical length of treatment for our Virtual PHP teens is around one month. However, the length of treatment varies by individual needs, treatment progress, input from clinical staff, and insurance.

What We Treat at Our Virtual Outpatient Program for Teens

Evolve Treatment Centers provide comprehensive care for adolescents ages 12 – 17 who are struggling with alcohol or substance use disorders and other mental health disorders. A partial list of the conditions we treat includes:

• Anxiety
• Behavioral disorders
• Bipolar disorder
• Borderline personality disorder
• Depression
• Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI)
• Panic disorder
• Phobias
• Psychosis
• PTSD
• Suicidal ideation

Our virtual outpatient program for teens offers compassionate, effective treatment for these disorders and more. We also provide specialized treatment for co-occurring disorders.

Treatment at Evolve: A Brief Overview of Our Therapies for Teenagers

Treatment takes time, commitment, and effort, but we know our teens can learn the skills they need to manage their symptoms while having fun, learning about themselves, making positive connections, and building new, enriching relationships. We prioritize the kind of personal growth, empowerment, and self-knowledge that form a solid foundation for lifelong recovery.

At Evolve, all our teens receive:

Individual Therapy

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Motivational Interviewing
• Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)

Group Therapy

• DBT Skills Training Group
• Seeking Safety
• Relapse Prevention
• 12-Step Support Programs

Family Therapy

• Multi-Family Support Group
• Parenting Support Groups

Mindfulness Practices

Which level of virtual care is right for my teen?

Deciding which level of virtual care is best your teen can be confusing – but we can help. Call 1-800-665-4769 now for a free consultation today.

Evolve Virtual PHP and IOP Staff

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Treatment Hours

PHP
Monday: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Tuesday – Thursday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

IOP
Monday – Thursday: 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

How to Get Started with Our Virtual Outpatient Program for Teens

The road to better health for your teen begins with a phone call. When you contact a member of our admissions team, we will walk you through the entire online IOP admissions process, including pre-screening, assessments, and other admissions information. Call for a free consultation or contact us through our website.

Virtual Outpatient Program for Teens FAQs

How Do I Know if a Virtual Outpatient Program Is Right for My Teen?

We can discuss your teen’s specific needs and the best treatment options for them when you call.

Can I Use Insurance to Cover Virtual Outpatient Programs?

Yes, most insurance plans will cover at least part of your teen’s virtual intensive outpatient program. We can verify your insurance and explain any out-of-pocket costs before you agree to treatment.

Are Virtual Outpatient Programs for Teens Effective?

Yes, a virtual outpatient program for teens can be as or even more effective than in-person treatment.