Adolescent-Focused Therapy Interventions
When your teen is struggling, finding the right support matters. At BasePoint Academy, you can access a full range of evidence-based therapies tailored to your adolescent’s needs. From individual and group sessions to family therapy, you’ll find a safe, structured environment where your teen can begin to heal.
Through approaches like Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and beyond, your teen learns to identify negative thought patterns and build healthier coping skills. Your teen deserves compassionate, expert care tailored to their needs. With the right therapies and a supportive team by your side, lasting recovery is within reach. Contact us today to schedule a free assessment, and keep reading to learn more about available therapies.
The Current State of Teen Mental and Behavioral Health
CDC data reveal that in adolescents under 17 years old, 3 out of 4 who had depression also had anxiety; nearly half also had behavior problems. Among adolescents 12 to 17, over 36% had persistent feelings of hopelessness, nearly 19% seriously considered suicide, and over 7% also had a substance use disorder or illicit drug disorder.
One in 7 teenagers across the globe experiences a mental health disorder, according to the World Health Organization. Depression, anxiety, and behavioral disorders are some of the leading causes of disability and illness in adolescents.
Changing the End of the Story: Evidence-Based Interventions for Adolescents
BasePoint Academy’s Dallas-area facilities in Arlington, Forney, Frisco, and McKinney, TX, specialize in addressing behavioral and mental health disorders that can disrupt your teenager’s ability to lead a balanced life. Our comprehensive services, which include specialized Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs), and Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHPs), and counseling for teens, are often covered by health insurance.
We offer mental health assessments as part of our commitment to being an accessible partner in your teenager’s mental health treatment. Our ultimate goal is to empower your child to navigate the challenges of adolescence and become the best version of themselves.
Behavioral Therapy
Behavioral therapy involves several modalities, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). These approaches help your teen understand where their thoughts, feelings, and actions come from, the effects of their behavior, and how to make healthy changes.
Experiential Therapy
Experiential therapy is a hands-on and interactive approach to mental health treatment that lets your teenager actively participate in their recovery. From art and music to nature experiences and crafts, experiential therapy is one part activity and two parts therapy.
Family Therapy
The challenges your teenager faces can often affect your whole family. Family therapy provides a safe space for each family member to openly share their experience and be individually supported along the way. Together, you can strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and develop the tools needed to support your teen’s recovery.
Group Therapy
Group therapy is a highly valuable counseling format for teen recovery. Surrounded by like-minded peers, your child can learn from their experiences, practice coping skills, and see their own situation from a different view. In a safe, therapist-led environment, your teen will build meaningful connections and develop the interpersonal skills they need to thrive beyond treatment.
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy is where the core principles of recovery and mental wellness are established. Working one on one with a licensed therapist, counselor, or psychiatrist, your teen will be empowered to discover themselves, pursue healthy habits, and maintain their recovery.
Medication Management
If your teen requires medication management, our clinicians and providers partner with them to manage the symptoms of their disorder. We will monitor your teenager’s response to the medication, ensure it’s effective, keep track of potential side effects, and make adjustments as needed.
While every teen’s situation is unique, in some cases, their treatment team at BasePoint Academy may determine that prescription medication could be beneficial to promote recovery. As experts in psychopharmacology, our team finds this intervention is often effective in treating Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), some forms of anxiety and depression, and other mood disorders like bipolar disorder.
Mindfulness/Systems Therapy
Mindfulness-based interventions or systems therapy helps teens live in the present moment and be more aware of themselves and their internal processes. They will learn how to identify feelings, thoughts, and emotions and how to respond in a more productive fashion.
Motivational Interviewing
If your teen is struggling with mental health challenges, it can be difficult for them to find the motivation they need to facilitate necessary change. Motivational interviewing techniques help your adolescent rediscover their intrinsic motivation and connect them with their personal goals and values.
BasePoint Academy’s Signature Resiliency Program
Following the 2020 pandemic, BasePoint Academy began to develop what is now our signature teen program. We provide an immersive treatment experience that equips your teen with the skills they need to bounce back from some of life’s most challenging obstacles in healthy, sustainable ways.
Psychodynamic Therapy
A psychodynamic approach to therapy allows teens to pursue a deeper understanding of their internal process and the resulting actions. A psychodynamic therapist will address your child’s underlying thoughts and repressed emotions and evaluate their natural defense mechanisms to increase self-awareness.
Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI)
The goal of Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) is to help guardians and caregivers meet the complex needs of vulnerable teens who may have experienced various forms of abuse, trauma, or loss. Together, we’ll nurture a more productive response while caring for the physical, emotional, complex, attachment, and sensory needs of your adolescent.
Solution-Focused/Person-Centered Therapy
Solution-focused and person-centered therapies empower your teen to take an active role in their own recovery. Rather than dwelling on problems, your teen will identify their strengths, set meaningful goals, and build confidence in their ability to create positive change. Your teen’s values, experiences, and aspirations guide every step of the therapeutic process.
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Teen Treatment Requires a Specialized Approach at BasePoint Academy
At BasePoint Academy, evidence-based and teen-focused therapy for mental and behavioral challenges facilitate healing, recovery, and hope. If you or your teen are in need of treatment, support, or guidance, you’re in the right place.
Sources
[1] Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023, March 8). Data and statistics on children’s Mental Health. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/childrensmentalhealth/data.html on May 2, 2023
[2] World Health Organization. (n.d.). Mental health of adolescents. World Health Organization. Retrieved from https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/adolescent-mental-health# on May 2, 2023