Check-in is an essential component of the adolescent Psychiatric Day Treatment program clinical day. It ensures that patients are accounted for and ready for the day ahead. During check-in, patients can discuss any concerns they may have with their treatment team. The process also provides an opportunity for patient and care provider to review the progress made since the previous day or week. Check-in sets the tone for the day, ensuring patients are prepared and motivated to engage in treatment activities. It’s a chance for patients to set goals and reflect on their progress as they continue through the program. Ultimately, check-in helps to create a safe and supportive environment where patients can work towards mental wellness and healing.

CBT Foundations is a well-known and effective treatment modality for adolescents that focuses on addressing the underlying thought processes that lead to negative behaviors and emotions. It concentrates on identifying and challenging negative thought patterns to promote behavior change. The CBT program comprises several components that work together to deliver meaningful results for adolescents. With its unique features and benefits, CBT Foundations is a highly recommended approach for the treatment of various mental health issues in adolescents, such as anxiety, depression, and substance abuse. The program’s evidence-based techniques have proven to be successful in providing adolescents with the tools and resources they need to manage their thoughts and emotions effectively. CBT Foundations is an essential approach that should be considered in any adolescent’s mental health treatment plan.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a comprehensive treatment modality that focuses on rotating four key components – interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation and mindfulness. DBT is uniquely tailored to suit the needs of adolescents and has a host of features that make it one of the most effective treatment options available. One of the key benefits of DBT is its emphasis on teaching practical skills that are immediately applicable to the lives of young people. Through this approach, adolescents can learn to recognize, understand and manage their emotions, as well as communicate more effectively with others. If you or someone you know could benefit from DBT, it’s important to explore this evidence-based approach to treatment.

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DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) Skills group has been found to be an effective treatment modality for adolescents who struggle with emotional regulation. With its various components, including mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness, this program provides a well-rounded approach to addressing the needs of young adults. The group sessions focus on providing adolescents with the features they need to succeed, including developing healthy coping mechanisms, learning to identify and manage negative emotions, and building stronger and healthier relationships. Through this program, adolescents also benefit from improved mental health and social experiences, ultimately leading to a better overall quality of life.

Patients in program are expected to bring their own lunch to program.

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Creative Movement Therapy is a treatment modality that incorporates the use of art, music, and movement to help adolescents work through challenging emotional experiences. The program is designed to engage the mind and body in a unique way, allowing individuals to express their thoughts and feelings through creative expression. One of the key features of this program is its emphasis on movement, which can be both energizing and therapeutic. When combined with art and music, the program offers a holistic approach to healing that focuses on the needs of the whole person. By participating in Creative Movement Therapy, adolescents can benefit from improved self-awareness, self-expression, and a deeper connection to their emotions. Whether used as a standalone therapy or in conjunction with other forms of treatment, this program offers a powerful and effective way to promote healing and growth.

The ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) Group is a comprehensive program specially designed for adolescents who are struggling with mental health issues. This program consists of multiple components that work together to provide a holistic approach to treatment. The program features individual and group sessions, mindfulness-based practices, psychoeducation, and skills training aimed at improving emotional regulation, problem-solving, and interpersonal effectiveness. The benefits of ACT Group include increased self-awareness and positive behavioral changes that promote healthy and fulfilling lives. This treatment modality is supported by ample research and has proven to be effective in helping adolescents cope with a wide range of mental health issues.

Psychoeducation and Social Skills provides adolescents with the knowledge and understanding of their mental health challenges, as well as provides practical skills for resilience, independence, interpersonal relationships, and self-advocacy. Our curriculum contains topics from personal health and wellbeing to executive functioning and organization skills, to lessons about common stressors among adolescents. Adolescents learn and practice these skills through discussion and role play.

We begin wrapping up the day with a mindfulness exercise to model and implement the grounding and self-preservation skills learned throughout the day. The Cope Ahead group is designed to equip adolescents with the necessary knowledge and skills to manage mental health issues, while also providing them with tools to increase their safety at home and in the community. Teens will engage in daily safety training and skills planning leading to an increased likelihood of successful recovery. By engaging in the cope ahead process, adolescents can take an active role in their own recovery and form a strong alliance with their treatment team by reviewing their individual safety and skills plan.