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The Beyond Healthcare Blog

Move beyond the basics and discover fascinating and innovative insights into the world of mental health to help guide and empower your and your child’s journey.

a therapist explains the iop meaning to a teen

What Does IOP Mean & Who Can It Benefit?

Teenage years are often characterized by significant physiological, psychological, and emotional changes. These changes can sometimes trigger various mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and trauma-related disorders. Many times, treatment through intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) can help teens manage their symptoms for healthier futures. Understanding the meaning of an IOP and how it could help your teen will help you make informed decisions about care. Beyond Healthcare in

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a teen talks to a therapist in an IOP for mental health

What Teens Can Expect in IOP for Mental Health

When your adolescent needs mental health treatment, you will face several important decisions, including the level of care required and how treatment fits into your life. Residential treatment programs are common; however, inpatient treatment is not always needed. Still, outpatient mental health treatment is sometimes insufficient to meet your adolescent’s needs. For teens who do not require 24-hour supervision but need intensive treatment, an intensive outpatient program (IOP) specifically designed

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a therapist explores ideas for group therapy with a group

3 Fun Ideas for Group Therapy

Adolescence is a time of rapid change and growth, with teenagers navigating the murky waters of peer pressure, academic responsibilities, self-identity, and the onset of physical changes. For some teens, this period is complicated by the struggle with mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, trauma disorders, and more. Therapists have several tools for helping teens with these conditions, including many fun ideas for group therapy. Beyond Healthcare helps adolescents

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a therapist talks with a teen about the benefits of motivational enhancement therapy

What Are the Benefits of Motivational Enhancement Therapy?

Motivational enhancement therapy (MET) is a client-centered, evidence-based approach that focuses on strengthening an individual’s motivation to change their behavior. It is particularly relevant to mental health conditions as it helps individuals identify their personal values and goals, which can be hindered by mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, or trauma disorders. The benefits of motivational enhancement therapy can be especially important for teens entering the next phases of

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