Intensive Outpatient Programs for Adolescents
Our Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) for Adolescents provide clinical support for mental health concerns, in addition to substance use disorder. We provide intensive, individualized treatment in approximately 12 hours of programming per week, while emphasizing family engagement throughout the process.
Individualized Care and Family Engagement
Our Intensive Outpatient Programs for Adolescents are designed for individuals between the ages of 12 to 18. We work with teens who are grappling with mental health challenges that may or may not include substance use disorder. Our work with teens often involves the treatment of depression and anxiety, and we approach our work with the understanding that substance use, risky behaviors, or severe isolation may be tied to struggles with mental health.
Our program is geared for adolescents who need a high level of support, but who don't require round-the-clock professional supervision or residential treatment. IOP treatment at Luna provides a structured and supportive environment, allowing clients to receive individualized treatment while staying engaged at home, in school, and in extracurricular activities. Family engagement is emphasized throughout the course of treatment, allowing family members to become part of the healing journey.
Our treatment programs for adolescents are offered at our warm and welcoming outpatient center in central Houston. While program duration is dependent on an individual's needs, most clients move through our program in 8 to 12 weeks.
As specialists in mental health, therapy and counseling services are integral to our programs. Whether a client comes to IOP to address mental health issues, substance use disorder, or both concerns, treatment includes a combination of individual therapy, group therapy, and educational group sessions, totalling approximately 12 hours per week. During a typical week, clients take part in an individual therapy session plus nine hours of group counseling. Group sessions include three hours of multifamily counseling, which ensures all family members are learning and taking part in the healing process.
In addition to evidence-based and trauma-informed treatment models, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing, we also integrate music therapy, art therapy, and therapeutic games into our program. We strive to bring a fun and lighthearted approach into our work with teens.
At Luna, we tailor programming to a client's individual needs. Individual therapy, group therapy, holistic therapies, and family therapy are all offered as part of our Intensive Outpatient Programs for Adolescents.
Please note that lodging and transportation to and from our treatment center are the responsibility of the client and are not included in the program.