( Ages 14–17 )
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Adolescent DBT IOP provides intensive outpatient support for teens experiencing acute mental health challenges, including suicidal thoughts, self-harm, depression, impulsivity, and difficulty managing emotions or relationships. Through DBT skills groups and individual therapy, teens learn practical skills to handle difficult situations, manage emotions, and build healthier relationships.
Who We Serve
DBT IOP serves teens ages 14–17 of all genders experiencing acute mental health challenges. Teens may be struggling with:
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Depression
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Self-harm
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Suicidal thoughts
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Impulsivity
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Difficulty managing emotions
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Challenges with relationships
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School avoidance or difficulty attending school
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Low self-worth
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Limited progress with outpatient therapy alone
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Transitioning from inpatient, residential, or hospital care
** DBT IOP may also be a good fit for teens who need more support than traditional outpatient therapy can provide.
** This program requires the ability to focus for periods of time and process verbal information. It may not be appropriate for teens with moderate to severe developmental delays or significant difficulty with verbal communication.
DBT Skills Groups
Monday, Wednesday & Thursday | 4:00–7:00 PM
Three-hour group sessions focus on learning and practicing practical skills in four key areas:
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Mindfulness: Learning to stay present and pay attention to thoughts and feelings.
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Distress Tolerance: Building skills to handle difficult situations without making them worse.
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Emotion Regulation: Learning to understand and manage strong emotions.
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Interpersonal Effectiveness: Practicing communication and relationship skills.
Groups include discussion, activities, art, and other hands-on experiences. Teens can practice their skills with support from trained therapists while using Ryther’s indoor and outdoor spaces.
Individual Therapy
Individual sessions help teens apply DBT skills to their everyday lives. Teens use diary cards to track progress and work with their therapist to troubleshoot challenges and strengthen their use of new skills.
Program Information
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Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday
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Time: 4:00–7:00 PM
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Location: Ryther’s Main Campus
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Program Length: 8 weeks, with sessions sometimes extended to 10 weeks when appropriate
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Admissions: Rolling admissions, with new clients starting groups on Mondays
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Individual Therapy: At least one individual session is included
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Psychiatry: Available as needed
What Makes DBT IOP Different?
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Skills for Everyday Life: Teens learn practical skills they can use at home, school, and in relationships.
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Hands-On Learning: Groups incorporate art and activities to make practicing new skills more engaging.
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Individualized Support: Individual sessions help teens apply skills to their own challenges and goals.
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Intensive Support: Three days of treatment each week provide more support than traditional outpatient therapy.
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Connection & Community: Teens practice relationship skills with support from trained therapists and peers.
Insurance & Referrals
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Referring providers can contact us to discuss whether Adolescent DBT IOP may be a good fit for a client.
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We accept First Choice, Premera, Regence, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Kaiser Permanente, LifeWise, Optum United Behavioral Health, United Healthcare Community Plan of Washington, and all Medicaid MCOs: Molina, United Health Care, Wellpoint, Community Health Plan of Washington, and Coordinated Care.