Levels of Care for Adolescents in Colorado Springs
At Drift Behavioral Health in Colorado, you can experience rehab for teens, including care levels that help with mental health and substance use. Teens receive support in small groups, with personalized approaches that fit around school and family life.
Why Choose Drift Behavioral Health Rehab for Teens
Tailored Adolescent Care
Your teen joins programs for ages 13–17. Each program involves one-on-one attention and flexible schedules.
Accessible and Flexible Options
You have choices that fit busy routines and reduce barriers through daytime PHP, flexible IOP, and statewide virtual care.
Dedicated Team Support
Your teen has an assigned clinician and case manager. Psychiatric checkups and medication services are included.
Continuity and Aftercare
Your teen gets detox referrals, skills training, and relapse prevention. We prepare you and your child for long-term progress.
Levels of Care for Teens and Young Adults
With our teen rehab programs, there’s structured support at different levels. Each stage blends therapy, skills practice, and family involvement. Your teen starts at the level suitable for their needs and steps down as they get better.
Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
PHP is a day treatment for teens who need more than weekly therapy but go home at night. Sessions take place during the day, typically from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., on Mondays through Fridays. Each day includes group therapy, safety planning, and family time. The goal is to lessen symptoms, build coping skills, and step down when ready.
IOP offers sessions several days per week. This allows your teen to keep up with schooling. They’ll work through group therapy, one-on-one sessions, and skills practice. IOP suits those moving from PHP or needing regular support.
Your teen can attend PHP or IOP therapy online through secure video calls. Virtual care lets teens with transport, weather, or distance setbacks receive care. Telehealth options also help families stay consistent with their teen’s treatment. Remote, structured youth mental health care can be effective for common conditions when clinician-guided.
Daily Schedules and Structure
Programs create routines that reduce stress and help with well-being:
- PHP mirrors school day with therapy and skills practice
- IOP offers flexible groups so teens can stay in school
- Virtual care uses private video with clear safety plans
Services Built Into Our Teen Programs
Main Therapies
You get CBT, DBT skills, EMDR, IFS, MI, and learning sessions through our teen therapy programs.
Experiential Methods
Your teen explores art, music, yoga, outdoor activities, and tailored skill-building exercises to build confidence.
Psychiatric Evaluation
This comprehensive assessment helps guide safe treatment planning that aligns with individual needs and goals.
Medication Support
Treatment plans can include medication management or MAT when deemed clinically appropriate by our team.
Integrated Care Model
Our dual diagnosis care combines therapy and appropriate medication services for a balanced path to recovery.
Range of Conditions Treated
Treatment offered for adolescent mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood and behavior concerns, trauma, and substance use.
Safety and Clinical Team
Licensed clinicians and medical staff provide trauma-informed care with regular safety planning. You stay informed through updates and involvement in your teen’s care.
How We Coordinate Care and Transitions
Aftercare Planning
Discharge planning starts early. Your teen gains practical skills, relapse prevention tools, and referrals for continued support.
Detox Referrals
If a detox program is needed, you’ll receive same-day placement with trusted partners. We help with quick transitions to our PHP or IOP.
Reviews and Success Stories
Admissions and Getting Started
Getting started is seamless, and we’ll guide you through each step.
Call us to get started
Complete a full screening
Do a comprehensive assessment
Start a tailored treatment plan
We accept most major insurance providers and can help you verify your coverage.
Our team can assist with this before treatment starts.
Insurance and Costs
We help you understand out-of-network coverage, deductibles, and payment options. Our priority is access and clarity.
Find the Right Level of Care for Your Teen
FAQs
What ages do you serve?
Teens aged 13–17 explore therapies in blended groups with age-appropriate content and support.
How do PHP and IOP differ?
PHP is daytime, more intensive care with more frequent, structured therapy sessions. IOP occurs several days per week, so your teen can stay in school.
Is virtual treatment effective for teens?
Clinician-led telehealth treatment that follows a personalized routine helps many teens manage anxiety, depression, and related needs. You receive secure video and clear safety plans.
Will my teen see a psychiatrist?
Yes. All teens receive a psychiatric evaluation. We discuss medication options when advised as right for them.
Do you treat substance use and mental health together?
Yes. If both are present, we stabilize substance use first and support mental health throughout care. Mixing therapy with appropriate medications is a recognized approach for many teens with substance use problems.
Can my teen start medication support by telehealth?
Federal telemedicine rules for prescribing controlled medications remain in effect through December 31, 2025, with safeguards. Our clinicians follow all federal and Colorado-specific rules.
Do you coordinate with schools?
We ensure you get relevant documentation, and we can work with schools when needed. Ask our team about current options and timelines.
Do you accept insurance?
We work with most major insurers as an out-of-network provider and will verify benefits before care begins.
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