All About Telehealth Intensive Outpatient Treatment for Teens

By Stonewater Recovery · 2 minute read

If you're wondering how to help your teen who is struggling with a substance use disorder, then a telehealth intensive outpatient program (IOP) designed specifically for teens may be the answer. Telehealth options have become more commonplace as a flexible treatment solution for those who may have trouble attending a program in person. A virtual IOP program provides teens an opportunity to get the treatment they need to overcome challenges and thrive. Stonewater Adolescent Recovery Center doesn't currently have a virtual intensive outpatient program, but we can answer any questions you have about this treatment option. Contact our professional treatment team today to ask any questions you may have.

Telehealth IOP For Teens

Many parents may be reluctant to consider a virtual or telehealth IOP for their child. Therefore, it's important to note that participating in a telehealth version of an IOP does not exclude your teen from any benefits they would receive by attending an IOP in person. The most significant difference is that it does not require the teen to live at the treatment center while receiving care. A virtual IOP fits around your teen's schedule so he can still attend school and be around family members as he heals. Most virtual IOPs include methodologies such as:

Accountability through support groups
Family support services
Detox support
Evidence-based behavioral therapies such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
Dual diagnosis treatment programs

A virtual IOP has many benefits, but it may not be enough for severe substance use disorders. Talk to our treatment team about what treatment option is right for your teen to get them on the right path to recovery.

How Telehealth Can Help Your Teen

Drug and alcohol rehab programs have developed new and flexible methods for clients to receive treatment without having to step foot into a treatment facility. These kinds of telehealth options open up the possibility of treatment to an entire population that might otherwise think there was not an option for them. Here are some ways that a telehealth IOP could benefit your teen:

It's Flexible and Customizable

Your teen may not be able to leave home to attend an in-person IOP or residential treatment program. With the help of a virtual program, they can attend sessions at times convenient to them and from anywhere. A virtual IOP also allows for a high level of customization because of its unique format. Your teen will work with treatment professionals who will tailor their treatment to their needs and do it all online.

There's No Physical Contact

A virtual IOP removes any physical contact between teenage boys and their treatment providers. Through this treatment, they are still able to receive treatment, just from a distance. Plus, it removes any anxiety about compromising their health and being exposed to a virus.

It Offers Consistency

There is significant uncertainty in people's lives. Therefore, being able to maintain a regular schedule of treatment and appointments is critical. Telehealth treatment offers an unprecedented level of consistency so that the teen's recovery is not interrupted or put at risk by unnecessary change. This consistency may also help them to learn the necessary coping mechanisms and skills to stay sober for the long haul.

It Is Private

Besides the fact that HIPAA keeps all information shared private and safe, being able to discuss recovery and healing in your own home can be highly beneficial. This treatment is ideal for those uncomfortable in groups, not comfortable outside their comfort zone, or having trouble interacting with peers in person.

Contact Stonewater Adolescent Recovery Center to Help Your Son Today

There are so many ways to receive the support you and your teen need. If flexibility is integral for your teen to achieve recovery, then a telehealth IOP could be the perfect fit. The goal is to be able to offer help to anyone who needs it, even if it needs to be from a distance. However, this is not always possible. When you reach out to our residential treatment program, you'll find support for your teen. To learn more about treatment options at Stonewater Adolescent Recovery Center, call our professional team at 662.373.2828.

What to Expect When Your Child Goes to Treatment

More than half a million families put a child into residential treatment for adolescents each year. If your family is taking this step, you are not alone - even if it may feel that way. With a clear understanding of what to expect, and trusted guides walking alongside you, this moment can be transformed from a time of fear and uncertainty to the beginning of a new and positive journey. Let's begin.