Outpatient Behavioral Healthcare for Teens
At Intermountain Hospital, adolescents and teens experiencing mental health concerns receive attentive, whole-person behavioral healthcare. Our providers understand the unique needs of this age group.
Child- and Family-Centered Care for Mental Health Conditions
Generations of parents have trusted Intermountain Hospital for behavioral healthcare. Our outpatient programs offer on-site and virtual treatment, depending on your child’s needs. Children ages 12 and older learn how to focus on their strengths, understand relationships and prepare for life’s journey beyond adolescence.
Care begins with a needs assessment and continues with personalized treatment that involves the family. Intermountain Hospital provides a positive, affirming environment where adolescents can receive treatment for:
- Aggression, bullying and defiance
- Anxiety, worry and fear
- Bipolar disorder and mood instability
- Depression, grief and loss
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Promiscuity and rule-breaking
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Substance use disorder (SUD)
The Branches at Intermountain: New Outpatient Behavioral Health Clinic Opening Soon
The Branches at Intermountain will feature big, bright spaces where teens can feel comfortable learning and sharing. We’ll have seven new rooms for group sessions, along with creative and recreational resources that engage the mind and body.
What Is Outpatient Behavioral Healthcare?
Participants attend several hours of daytime treatment and go home each night. Depending on your child’s needs, they may attend a program for eight weeks or longer.
Outpatient care for children ages 12 and older includes:
- Partial hospitalization program (PHP) In person at our outpatient clinic, five days per week
- Intensive outpatient program (IOP): In person or virtual, three days per week (virtual option open to adolescents across the United States)
Why Choose Adolescent Outpatient Care at Intermountain Hospital in Boise?
Families in Boise and the Treasure Valley communities have trusted Intermountain Hospital HHosptifor their children’s mental health for more than 45 years. You can depend on us for:
- Personalized holistic care: Intermountain Hospital’s outpatient programs serve the whole child, caring for their mind, body and spirit. We use therapeutic models, storytelling and activities to help teens identify their strengths and feel confident in their ability to thrive.
- Transition from inpatient setting: We can help your child step down from inpatient care at Intermountain Hospital or any other facility. Teens typically attend PHP first and then move to IOP.
- Coordinated care: Adolescents receive care from physicians, nurses, therapists and other providers. Services include medication management to help teens who may benefit from pharmaceutical intervention.
- Family involvement: Families are essential to the healing process for adolescents. We ask family members to participate in periodic meetings to help facilitate healing.
- Insurance: We accept most insurance plans, including HMOs, PPOs, Medicare, Medicaid and TRICARE®.
Make a Referral for Adolescent Mental Healthcare
While parents or guardians are the most likely to refer a child, we accept referrals from teachers, coaches and others. We also work with law enforcement and child protective services.
Get Help Now
Call Intermountain Hospital at 208-377-8400 to reach a licensed mental health professional 24/7. You can also walk in or use our online scheduling form.
Please use our contact form for general questions about Intermountain Hospital services only.
In case of a mental health crisis, call 988. For medical emergencies, call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room.
Start Your Healing Journey
Our compassionate team is here to help patients stay on the path to recovery.