Adolescent Outpatient Programs

Our adolescent outpatient programs provide mental health treatment for teens ages 12 to 17 in Central Texas.

Teen Outpatient Services in Texas

Austin Oaks Hospital provides adolescent outpatient services that include a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP).

Partial hospitalization program (PHP)

Our adolescent PHP provides mental health treatment for teens who may benefit from several hours of treatment every day throughout the week but may not need the around-the-clock care provided by an inpatient program.

This level of care helps your teen get structured mental health treatment and therapy for most of the day, but allows them to return home at night.

Intensive outpatient program (IOP)

An adolescent IOP takes place for a few hours a day for a few days throughout the week and is a great first step into treatment or step-down from a higher level of care.

This level of care provides mental health treatment for your teen but also is flexible, allowing them to maintain family, school and social responsibilities.

Outpatient Treatment for Teens: Why Choose Us?

Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Adolescents are ages 12 to 17
Board-certified teen and adolescent psychiatrist
Group therapy
Weekly family therapy (PHP program only)
Parenting classes available to provide tips and resources
Coursework through Ki Charter School
Skill building, anger management and conflict resolution

Behavioral Health Services for Teens

Physician consultation: The psychiatrist meets with your teen to supervise care and medication needs.
Case management: The therapist will help manage your teen’s care. You and your teen will participate in developing an individualized treatment plan.
Family therapy: The treatment team arranges family therapy sessions to maintain progress within the family unit.
Nursing: Your teen can meet with a nurse to address health or medication issues.
Comprehensive discharge planning: The staff will assist you and your teen with referrals and support upon your teen’s discharge.
Group therapy: Group therapy allows your teen to work on any issues or concerns. The groups are based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) including Trauma Focused CBT. The following groups are offered five days a week:
Focus groups: Group therapy that focuses on treatment goals.
Process groups: Group therapy that allows your teen to work through thoughts, feelings, behaviors and concerns with support from the therapist and peers.
Psychoeducational groups: Group therapy that allows patients to better understand their diagnosis, treatment and recovery.
Expressive therapy groups: Group therapy that allows your teen to identify feelings and strengths and improve communication skills.
Ki Charter School: Offers Core curriculum so that your teen can stay on track academically while in therapy. Recognized by the Texas Education Association, Ki Charter School courses are presented in a tutorial self-paced model. Following discharge, grades are sent to the teen’s home school upon request.

Help is Here

If your teen is in need of an outpatient adolescent program in Austin, TX, or the surrounding areas, Austin Oaks Hospital is here to help. Our facility is ready to provide the mental health treatment your child needs to help them get on the path to recovery, today.

Contact us by calling the admissions team to get started at (512) 440-4800, or schedule an assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I enroll my teen and do I need a referral?
No referral is needed. To schedule an appointment for a no cost onsite assessment, call 512-440-4800. Calls are taken 24 hours a day/7 days a week.

How long will my teen be in the program?
The average length of stay is 2 to 6 weeks between the two programs. Discharge is dependent on improvement. Progress is reviewed with the psychiatrist, therapist and insurance.

How do I get information on my teen’s progress?
Your teen’s therapist is available by phone daily and during family therapy sessions. The Daily at Home Point Sheet is a good way to communicate with the therapists, nurses and teachers.

How do I address school issues throughout my teen’s stay?
Ki Charter School is in contact with your teen’s home school. Special concerns can be addressed with the academic staff.