Intensive Outpatient Program
Designed for the school age child.
(Age group 5-13)
Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for school-age children is designed to provide comprehensive support and guidance to children who require additional assistance in developing a positive mindset, building resilience, and experiencing transformational growth. We understand the unique challenges children face in today’s world and aim to empower them with the necessary tools and strategies to overcome obstacles, enhance their well-being, and thrive in their daily lives. This program combines evidence-based therapeutic approaches with educational and experiential activities to foster personal growth and positive change.
In IOP, clients are in treatment up to 4 days per week, and up to 8-9 hours per week. At Row, our IOP uses storytelling (conversation circles) to help the children access their joy, sadness, strength, and weakness. Through storytelling, we explore the child’s lived experiences in both their emotional and social development. Our conversation circles inspires both internal, and external transformation.
IOP programming includes individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, yoga, music and mindfulness.
The IOP can serve as a step-down level of care, helping to foster a positive transition into activities of daily living upon discharging from inpatient hospitalization or partial hospitalization. IOP can also be leveraged as a direct-admit level of care for school age children requiring a higher level of care from an outpatient setting — allowing them to remain engaged with their lives.
Our IOP Philosophy
Resilience. Mindsets. Transformational.
Resilience Building
- Emotional Regulation: Children will learn techniques to recognize, understand, and manage their emotions in healthy ways.
- Stress Management: Strategies such as deep breathing exercises, mindfulness, and relaxation techniques will be taught to help children cope with stress and anxiety.
- Problem Solving Skills: Enhancing problem solving abilities will empower children to overcome obstacles and setbacks effectively.
Mindset Development
- Cognitive Restructuring: Children will learn to identify and challenge negative thought patterns, replacing them with positive and empowering beliefs.
- Goal Setting: Setting realistic and achievable goals will teach children the importance of persistence and the ability to adapt to challenges.
- Positive Affirmations: Encouraging positive self-talk and affirmations will help children develop a healthy self-image and boost self-esteem.
Transformational Growth
- Self-Reflection: Children will engage in self-reflection exercises to gain insight into their strengths, areas for growth and personal values.
- Empathy and Connection: Encouraging empathy and fostering healthy relationships will promote social and emotional development.
- Personal Development: Activities such as journaling, art therapy, and group discussions will facilitate self-expression and self-discovery.
Admission Considerations
- Child/Adolescent is experiencing a chronic and/or acute mental illness
- Child/Adolescent is in a less restrictive level of care and experiencing an increase in symptoms resulting in decreased functioning at home, school, and/or the community.
- Child/Adolescent is experiencing suicidal and/or homicidal ideation w/o intent and/or is experiencing self injurious behaviors
- Child/Adolescent is stepping down from an Acute Partial Hospital Program
Exclusion Criteria:
- Primary Diagnosis of Substance abuse or conduct disorder
- Aggressive behavior across multiple settings – home, school, community
- Intellectual Disability
IOP Schedule:
The IOP runs as a 8-to-12-week program. Our mode of delivering intervention is through adequate space and dose intervention. This allows for us to gather weekly data from client and parents’ response to intervention weekly and modify our intervention in real time to make the most therapeutic effects.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
9-11am
3pm-5pm
*Age groups are 5-8 years old, and 9-13 years old. These age groups are designed to create a shared experience for those within similar developmental stages.*
Together, let’s empower children to embrace a positive mindset, build resiliency, and experience transformational growth.
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Referral Information
Referrals will be considered from any interested agency or party including, but not limited to, inpatient units, outpatient programs, schools, county mental health clinics, private mental health practitioners, health professionals, patients and families.
If you would like to make a referral, please complete the referral form below and we will get back to you shortly.
If you have any questions, you may also reach out by phone to (610) 999-1908.
