Mission Connection Teen
Mission Connection Teen provides a comprehensive approach to mental health care for adolescents ages 12-17.
Our VIOP (Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program) is a higher level of care and more structured approach than traditional outpatient therapy.
We offer our teen outpatient program from anywhere within California and Washington.
Our Outpatient Treatment Program for Teens
Our teen outpatient mental health treatment program is designed to provide support that fits around your child’s schedule. With outpatient therapy programs, your teen continues to live at home and does not need to take time away from school, family, friends, or other commitments. Adolescents stay engaged in their daily lives while getting the care and support they need.
At Mission Connection, we offer a fully virtual intensive outpatient program (IOP) for teens. This program is accessible from anywhere within the states of California and Washington.
Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (VIOP)
Our virtual intensive outpatient program for teens typically takes place three days a week for at least three hours each day. Your child’s treatment plan is tailored to their needs and is completely customizable.
During the school year, group sessions take place from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM and are available Monday through Friday. Over summer break, we typically shift programming to occur from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
What We Treat
Our virtual intensive outpatient program provides treatment for several mental health conditions, including:
- Anxiety disorders.
- Depression.
- Mood and thought disorders.
- Trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
- Academic and social challenges.
- Technology addiction.
Therapies and Services Offered
Each adolescent’s treatment plan is shaped by their individual needs and goals. However, the teen VIOP is structured to include the following:
- Individual therapy: Teens work one-on-one with a therapist in private sessions once or twice per week.
- Group sessions: Adolescents choose from several small group session offerings where they receive education, therapy, peer support, and coping skills development.
- Psychiatric care: Teens meet with a psychiatrist every two weeks to ensure their treatment matches their needs. Medication management is also attended to when applicable.
- Family therapy: Weekly or biweekly family therapy sessions take place to improve relationships and communication.
- Family support groups: Parents and caregivers are encouraged to attend biweekly family support group sessions where they can learn how to support their teen’s mental health recovery.
During group therapy sessions, several evidence-based treatment methods and experiential activities are incorporated into the programming. Some of these include:
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
- Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).
- Mindful movement.
- Coping skills.
- Reclaim your story: trauma support.
- Artful expressions.
- Cinema therapy.
- Reflect and recharge.
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:00–5:00pm PT | Soundtrack to Healing | Reflect & Recharge | Coping Skills | Breaking Cycles | Social Media |
| 5:00–6:00pm PT | Guidebook to Mental Health | Trends & Feelings | Minds Matter CBT | Artful Expressions | Weekend Prep |
| 6:00–7:00pm PT | Mindful Movement | Navigating Through Life | Overcoming Stigma | Cinema Therapy | Building Better Bonds |
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1–2 times per week: Individual Therapy Every other Monday (5:30pm PT): Family Support Group Weekly or biweekly: Family Therapy Biweekly: Medication Management |
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Payment Options for Outpatient Treatment
There are several ways to pay for mental health treatment at Mission Connection. Whether you have insurance, prefer to finance your teen’s treatment, or opt for private pay, our caring team will walk you through all of your options.
Option One Health Insurance
We accept many insurance plans to help pay for outpatient mental health services.
- We'll instantly check the coverage offered by your insurance provider.
- Insurance may cover some or all of your care.
Option Two Financing
Depending on your situation, we may be able to provide financing options & payment plans.
- We believe mental healthcare should be available to all.
- We will work with you to find an option that works within your means.
Option Three Private Pay
You can also use credit or debit cards to pay for your treatment at Mission Connection.
- We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, checks and more.
- To determine your costs, please call to speak with our navigators.
Patient Privacy Practices
Mission Connection is committed to maintaining patient privacy. While our organization and our team members uphold strict privacy protocols, we also work to ensure patients follow privacy practices.
Learn more about how we support patient privacy for everyone involved.
Seamless Admissions Process
1. Take Our Assessment
Answer a few questions about your teen so we can better understand how we can help.
2. Speak With Admissions
Speak to our team to verify your insurance and get answers to any questions you may have.
3. Therapist Review
You and your teen will speak with a licensed therapist to formulate the best treatment plan.
4. Begin Outpatient Treatment
Based on your teen’s treatment plan, their treatment journey can begin.
