Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program

Our adolescent IOP is designed to help teens manage mental health and substance use challenges while supporting their growth, education, and everyday routines.

What We Treat

Compassionate care for mental health, substance use, and co-occurring conditions to support lasting recovery.

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Therapies

Evidence-based therapies that support mental health, recovery, and personal growth every step of the way.

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Comprehensive Support for Adolescents & Teens

Adolescence can be a turbulent time, and when mental health and substance use concerns arise, early intervention can make a lasting difference. Our adolescent/teen IOP offers structured support, allowing your child to continue their education while receiving the care they need.

Empowering Teens, Enabling Recovery

Our IOP is tailored to meet the emotional, social, and developmental needs of teens ages 13-18. Whether transitioning from our Partial Care Program or beginning care with us directly, this structured program runs weekdays from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., providing space to practice therapeutic skills in real-life settings while continuing school. We create a supportive environment where early intervention can make a lasting impact, helping teens better understand themselves, build healthy coping strategies, and strengthen relationships with family and peers.

Key Components of Our Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program

Our program equips teens ages 14-17 with the structure, tools, and support they need to build lasting resilience and face everyday challenges with confidence.

Structured Weekly Support

Structured Weekly Support

Our Adolescent IOP provides therapeutic care three days a week for approximately 3 hours each day. This includes individual therapy, group sessions, and age-appropriate skill-building activities, all designed to help teens develop strategies for managing emotions, behaviors, and stress in their daily lives.

Sustaining Progress

Sustaining Progress

We empower teens with practical tools to recognize and manage emotional triggers to prevent setbacks. By learning to apply personalized strategies, teens build confidence and resilience, supporting long-term progress toward emotional health and stability.

Coping Skills Development

Coping Skills Development

Teens receive a comprehensive toolkit of coping strategies to navigate anxiety, stress, peer pressure, and other emotional challenges. These skills help them stay grounded and confident as they handle the ups and downs of everyday life.

Life Skills and Daily Routines

Life Skills and Daily Routines

Our program emphasizes real-world life skills like self-care, time management, and healthy communication. These tools help teens better navigate school, home life, and social relationships with growing independence and self-assurance.

Why Choose the Adolescent IOP at Portum Behavioral Health?

Our IOP offers the right level of support for teens ages 13-18 who need more structure than traditional outpatient therapy but do not require full-day care. We provide:

  • Comprehensive, age-appropriate care tailored to the developmental needs of teens
  • After-school scheduling that supports academic success and family routines
  • A safe, therapeutic environment that encourages self-understanding, growth, and healing
  • A trauma-informed approach to treating mental health and co-occurring challenges
  • A compassionate clinical team that personalizes care to meet each teen’s unique needs

 

Our IOP helps teens build emotional resilience, improve self-esteem, and develop lifelong coping skills, all within a supportive and understanding community.

THERAPIES

Therapies Designed to Heal and Empower

Our evidence-based therapies are tailored to meet your unique needs and goals. From individual to group approaches, these proven methods empower lasting change, build resilience, and support your journey toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.

Frequently Asked Questions

An IOP is a structured treatment program that provides comprehensive mental health and substance use support while allowing participants to maintain their daily responsibilities. It offers therapy, skill-building, and relapse prevention strategies in a flexible, part-time setting.

Our IOP helps adolescents (14-17) who require structured treatment, 18-year-olds still in high school, and young adults (18-35) with co-occurring disorders.

Unlike traditional therapy, which typically involves one session per week, IOP provides more frequent, structured support—three days a week for 3-4 hours per session. It offers a higher level of care without requiring full-day commitment, making it ideal for those who need intensive treatment but also want to stay engaged in their daily lives.

IOP offers structured therapeutic support three times a week. It is a more flexible option than our Partial Care Program, which is a full-day, five-day-a-week program.

We treat co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns through a holistic, age-sensitive approach. Our team supports teens with evidence-based therapies, ongoing monitoring, and a focus on helping them understand how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected.

Our IOP for adolescents typically involves three-hour sessions in the evening, two to three times per week, lasting about eight to ten weeks. The schedule is designed to accommodate school and other responsibilities, with flexibility to adjust based on individual needs. Family involvement, including at least one weekly group session, is encouraged to enhance treatment outcomes.

Yes, family involvement is encouraged! We offer family support and education to help loved ones understand the recovery process and provide a stable, supportive environment for long-term success.

IOP is ideal for individuals who need more structure than weekly therapy but don’t require inpatient care. If you or a loved one is struggling with mental health challenges, substance use, or both, and needs consistent therapeutic support while maintaining daily responsibilities, our IOP could be the right fit.

Getting started is simple! Contact us today to schedule an initial consultation. Our team will assess your needs and help determine if our IOP is the best path for your recovery and well-being.

APPOINTMENT

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Reach out by filling out our online form for a private conversation with one of our caring treatment specialists. We’re here to help you explore your options and begin your journey to recovery.


INSURANCE

We work with most insurance carriers

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