Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
For Teens With Substance Use and Mental Health Treatment Needs
At Turning Point Center for Youth and Family Development, we provide a comprehensive Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) designed to support youth and families facing mental health and substance use challenges.
Our goal is to foster resilience, promote healing, and encourage growth through evidence-based practices and a compassionate approach.
Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program Overview
Who We Serve
Adolescents aged 13-17
Families seeking support and guidance
Individuals with dual diagnosis (mental health and substance use disorders)
Details
Duration: Typically 12 weeks, with flexible evening scheduling to accommodate school and family commitments
Group Frequency: 2 days per week, 3 hours per session
Group Size: Small, supportive groups to ensure individualized attention and peer connection
Individual & Family Therapy: Offered as needed or requested
“Turning Point’s IOP helped our family navigate a challenging time. The staff is compassionate, and the program is comprehensive. We felt supported every step of the way.”
Turning Point’s Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
Teen Mental Health Treatment Program in Colorado
Turning Point’s Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is designed for youth and teens ages 13-17 with substance use and mental health (dual diagnosis) treatment needs. The IOP is a 12-week program, with 6 hours of in-person weekly groups and therapy occurring after school.
Individual Therapy for Teens:
Therapy that matches the needs of each teenager. It may be focused on overcoming the impact of trauma, or the youth may be matched with a specialist who works specifically with substance use issues.
Personalized sessions with therapists
Focus on individual goals and challenges
Group Therapy for Teens:
Therapy that may be focused on building coping skills; recognizing and understanding symptoms; improving the ability to recognize, understand, and manage emotions (emotional intelligence); improving resiliency; preventing relapse; and other trauma or substance-use-related topics.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Substance use education and prevention
Life skills development
Experiential activities
Art and music therapy
Mindfulness and relaxation techniques
Team building activities
Family / Caregiver Coaching and Support:
Designed to strengthen family relationships, improve communication, and develop resiliency within the family or caregiver system.
Strengthening family communication and relationships
Involving family in the recovery process
Adolescent & Teen IOP Goals
Help the youth heal from traumatic experiences.
Stabilize the youth’s behaviors to decrease the need for out-of-home placements.
Provide stability and support for youth and their family or caregivers.
Provide a more in-depth environment than traditional counseling or therapy for youth to learn and develop skills while remaining at home or in the community.
Help decrease substance use.
Strengthen family and caregiver relationships.
Enter the youth into Turning Point’s continuum of care for ongoing support.
Specialized Programs
Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Integrated approach to address both mental health and substance use disorders
Comprehensive assessments and personalized treatment plans
Substance Use Prevention and Education
Education on the risks and effects of substance use
Development of refusal skills and healthy alternatives
“The skills I learned at Turning Point have made a huge difference in my life. I’m more confident and able to manage my stress and emotions better.””
Why Choose Turning Point?
Experienced Professionals
Our team includes therapists, counselors, and educators with extensive experience in adolescent mental health and substance use treatment.
Evidence-Based Practices
We use proven therapeutic approaches to ensure effective treatment and positive outcomes.
Family-Centered Approach
We believe in the importance of family involvement and provide comprehensive support to strengthen family dynamics.
Holistic Care
Our program incorporates a variety of activities and therapies to address the physical, emotional, and social needs of our clients.