Teen-Focused Therapy Interventions

Dallas-Based Behavioral and Mental Health Treatment For Teens

The Current State Of Teen Mental and Behavioral Health In The U.S.

Did you know that one in seven teenagers across the globe experiences a mental health disorder?[1]

Did you know that depression, anxiety, and behavioral disorders are some of the leading causes of adolescent disability and illness? [2]

Did you know that the CDC found that in adolescents under 17 years old, three out of four who had depression also had anxiety? And nearly half also had behavior problems.[3]

Did you know the CDC also reported that among teenagers from twelve to seventeen, 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? [4]

It’s Time To Change The End Of The Story: Teen-Centered Evidence-Based Interventions

At BasePoint Academy, our sole focus is to support and treat teens suffering from behavioral and mental health disorders that prevent them from living a healthy and balanced life. With compassionate support and teen-focused interventions, we can help your teen become the best version of themselves and safely navigate the challenges of adolescence.

Behavioral Therapy

Behavioral Therapy is a category that holds several therapy and counseling modalities, from Cognitive and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to Motivational Interviewing. The intent is to equip the teen to understand where their thoughts, feelings, and actions come from, the impact of their behavior, and how to make healthy changes.

Experiential Therapy

Experiential Therapy is a hands-on and interactive approach to treatment that enables teens to 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

A teen’s challenges can often affect the whole family. Participating in Family Therapy gives a safe space for each family member to openly share their experience and be individually supported along the way.

Group Therapy

Group therapy is a highly valuable format for teen recovery. Surrounded by like-minded peers, they can learn from the experiences of others, practice practical coping strategies, and see their own situation from a different view.

Individual Therapy

Individual therapy is where the core principles of recovery and mental wellness are established. Working 1:1 with a licensed therapist, counselor, or psychiatrist, your teen will be empowered to discover themselves, pursue healthy habits, and maintain their recovery.

Medication Management

Medication management is where our clinicians and providers partner with your teen in managing the symptoms of their disorder. They will monitor the teen’s response to the medication, ensure it’s effective, keep track of potential side effects, and make adjustments as needed.

Mindfulness/Systems Therapy

Mindfulness-based interventions or Mindfulness Systems Therapy helps teens live in the present moment, 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

As a teen struggling with substance use or mental health challenges, it can be difficult to find the motivation they need to facilitate necessary change. Motivational Interviewing techniques help teens rediscover their intrinsic motivation and connect them with their personal goals and values.

Psychopharmacology

While every teen’s situation is unique, in some cases, the provider may determine that prescription medication may be beneficial to promote recovery. This intervention is effective in treating mood disorders, Bipolar teens, ADD or ADHD, and some forms of anxiety and depression.

Psychodynamic Therapy

A Psychodynamic approach to teen treatment pursues a deeper understanding of their internal process and actions that have resulted in their current state. The psychodynamic therapist will address underlying thoughts and repressed emotions and evaluate natural defense mechanisms to increase self-awareness.

BasePoint Academy’s Signature Resiliency Program

As a result of the teen fallout from the 2020 pandemic, BPA began to develop what is now our signature teen program. We provide an immersive treatment experience that equips teens to bounce back from some of life’s most challenging obstacles in healthy, sustainable ways.

Solution-Focused Therapy/Person-Centered Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

This approach is one of the most popular and effective therapeutic interventions in co-occurring disorders and mental health treatment. CBT helps teens identify underlying thought processes that lead to undesirable behaviors. Teens will be equipped to create healthier thought patterns that lead to healthier behaviors.

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Similar to CBT, DBT is a subset of behavioral therapy that focuses on teaching teens to live more aware in the moment and experience a greater degree of self-acceptance. Teens will learn skills to regulate their emotions, mindfulness techniques, increased distress tolerance, and greater interpersonal skills.

Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI)

This model is for teen guardians and caregivers. The goal of TBRI is to help them 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 the adolescent.

Teen Treatment Requires A Specialized Approach. That’s BasePoint Academy.

At BasePoint Academy, evidence-based and teen-focused mental and behavior therapy services help facilitate healing, recovery and hope for Dallas teens. If you or your teen are in need of treatment, support, or guidance, you’re in the right place.

Sources

[1]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

[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

[3]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

[4]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