Cal Psychiatric Ser vices Intensive Outpatient Programs
1910 Olympic Blvd., Suite 350 Walnut Creek, CA 94596 P (925) 937-3700 F (925) 937-3701 www.calpsychIOP.com “PROVIDING A COLLABORATIVE APPROACH TO CARE” Transitional Young Adult Program-TYA New Horizon Program for Adolescents
Table of Contents What is an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)? .......................... 1-2 Advantages of IOP's ............................................................................... 3 FAQ's ................................................................................................... 4-6 What to expect? ..................................................................................... 7 Admission Criteria ............................................................................. 8-9 Treatment Modalities ...................................................................... 10-11 Admission Form ................................................................................... 12 Contact Information .............................................................................13
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What is Intensive Outpatient Treatment? The Intensive Outpatient Treatment Program (IOP) is more intensive than traditional outpatient and is designed to achieve short-term stabilization and resolution of immediate problem areas. The patient and family are offered services by a team of professionals. The patient is enrolled in a time-limited program with other patients working on similar issues. The treatment team may include licensed therapists, nurses, program specialists, and a doctor. The Cal Psychiatric Services IOP has IOP for young adult and adolescent population. The programs are offered Monday through Friday with a minimum of three hours per day. The actual schedule depends on the individual client's needs and insurance benefits. The Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is a short-term outpatient program. Our Transitional Young Adult program referred to as our TYA program is designed specifically for young adults with mental health and/or substance abuse issues (dual-diagnosis) between the ages of 18-26 years old. Our New Horizon Program is designed for adolescents between the ages of 12-17 years old patients who are experiencing behavioral or emotional difficulties as well as substance abuse
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commonly referred to as dual-diagnosis. This program includes a family support group. Often patients in the program do not require (or no longer require) the intense level of psychiatric care provided by inpatient or partial hospitalization programs. IOP is ideal for stabilizing those individuals with a history of frequent relapse. Eligible patients have acute symptoms of depression and/or anxiety and may be at risk for hospitalization, or may be "stepping down" from a hospital stay. Located in a comfortable and relaxed setting, IOP provides intensive treatment among a therapeutic community of peers. Group therapies are used to promote coping skills, stress management, goal achievement and treatment compliance. (Individual therapy, family therapy, and medication management are provided, when indicated.)
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Advantages of an IOP • Individual lives at home • Sessions may be conducted while the individual continues to go to work or school • Individual therapy is augmented by group therapies specific to the patient's needs • Multiple professional disciplines work with the patient and family • Frequency of attendance is determined by the individual's specific needs • Specialty programs available All our groups and sessions are geared to treating the underlying causes and help facilitate recovery. Combination of group therapy, individual therapies and closely monitored medication management has been validated by research to be one of the most effective forms of treatment mental disorders.
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FAQ’s WHAT IS A TYPICAL DAY LIKE? Your first group will start on the hour depending on if you are attending the morning, afternoon or evening group. Check-in is fifteen minutes prior to the program. On most days there are three groups per day with two 10 minute breaks offered during the scheduled group time. Morning Group (Check-in at 8:45am Group time 9:00am-12:00pm) Afternoon Group (Check-in at 12:45pm Group time 1:00pm-4:00pm) Evening Group (Check-in at 4:45pm Group time 5:00pm-8:00pm) WHAT SHOULD I WEAR? You should wear comfortable and casual clothing. We recommend you bring a light jacket or sweater as well. We suggest that you do not bring any valuables to the program.
Our goal is to empower each person to move to their "best" self and thereby learning new ways to cope with stress, anxiety, substance abuse, and depression.
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SHOULD I BRING MY MEDICATION? Take your normal medications at home. If you have medication that you need to take during the day, please bring these with you. Medications cannot be dispensed or stored by the program staff. WHERE IS THE PROGRAM LOCATED? The Cal Psychiatric Services IOP is located at 1910 Olympic Blvd., Suite 350,Walnut Creek, CA 94596. WHAT ABOUT TRANSPORTATION? In the event that you or your family cannot provide transportation, the Cal Psychiatric Services IOP Hospital IOP can provide patients with daily BART/bus passes. Please ask for assistance with arranging transportation. WHAT IF I AM SICK AND UNABLE TO ATTEND? Please contact us at (925)937-3700 by 8:00am if you are unable to attend your regularly scheduled group. DOES MY INSURANCE COVER THE PROGRAM? The cost of the Intensive Outpatient Program is covered by most insurance companies. If you have questions about your specific coverage, please speak with our financial coordinator at (925) 937-3700 when you are registering. She will be happy to assist you in finding the information you need about coverage.
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HOW OFTEN AND HOW LONG WILL I ATTEND THE PROGRAM? How often and how long you attend will be determined jointly by you, your psychiatrist, and the treatment team. Then as your doctor evaluates your progress, attendance days may be gradually reduced. The overall length of stay in the program is unique to every patient and may vary considerably from patient to patient. If you miss 3 days of programming, you will be discharged due to absences. WHAT KIND OF ACTIVITIES ARE PROVIDED WITH THE PROGRAM? Please see the attached program schedule for a sample of activities. WHAT KIND OF PROFESSIONALS MAKE UP THE PROGRAM STAFF/TREATMENT TEAM? The program staff includes; Psychiatrist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Nurse, Nutritionist, and Activities Coordinator.
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What to expect? Family/Friends We know how important support from family and friends is in a person’s recovery. Family involvement is emphasized throughout our program; family members or other support people are included in as many phases of evaluation and treatment as possible and appropriate. Patients and families will:
Acquire greater communication skills Learn anger management Gain essential coping skills Realize how thoughts and feelings affect behavior Understand symptoms of mood and anxiety disorders Identify patterns of dysfunctional coping Recognize personal strengths and weaknesses Set immediate and long term goals Develop an effective aftercare plan
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Admission Criteria Signs to Look For We treat patients with a variety of diagnoses and related symptoms. Most frequently, patients report an increase in: • Isolation from family and friends • Changes in sleep patterns • Depression • Irritability and anger • Anxiety • Absences from work, or inability to go to work • Thoughts of suicide or homicide Getting started is easy. A physician’s referral is not necessary to begin treatment. Just schedule and appointment for a clinical evaluation with our outpatient assessment and referral department at 925-937-3700. During the assessment, costs will be provided and insurance benefits will be verified. The average cost of the program is between $4800-$6000.
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Who can recommend care?
Friends, family members or significant others Anyone who believes that a young adult or adolescent might be suffering from a mental disorder or substance abuse Primary care physicians Changes in eating and sleeping habits Symptoms
Missed school/work, poor performance and/or decline in grades or work performance Withdrawal from friends and family Feelings of worthlessness or guilt Lack of enthusiasm and motivation Anger, rage or anxiety Thoughts of death or suicide Persistent sad or “empty” mood Decreased energy and constant fatigue Thoughts or talk of self-harm or harm to others
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Treatment Modalities
Anxiety/Depression Group: Patients will learn new ways of identifying and coping with symptoms of depression and anxiety, as well as focus on learning to recognize and alter the factors that cause anxiety and depression. This group encourages open discussion of feelings which company depression and anxiety.
Cognitive Group: This is a group which explores how patterns of thinking (“perceptions”) influence and impact our emotional and behavioral responses to life events. Strategies include identifying self‐defeating thinking, identifying positive alternative thinking, and using problem‐solving techniques to address recurrent stressors.
Communication Group: The goal of the Communication Group is to improve your understanding of the influences on various types of interactions. We focus on communication within the group in addition to communication with significant people in our group members lives.
Coping Skills Group: This is a group which introduces a wide spectrum of activities and approaches geared toward improving participants’ quality and range of coping skills. Examples includes: use of relaxation, role‐play, assertiveness, etc.
Process Group: Process Group is a “housekeeping” group in which we discuss changes in the program, group member’s progress towards treatment goals, and suggest appropriate community activities for each group members.
Self-Esteem Group: This group is group where patient’s focus on improving their self‐esteem. It is an opportunity to learn how the way we feel about ourselves has a huge affect on the way we treat ourselves and others, and on the kinds of choices we make.
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Assertiveness & Anger Management Training: This group focuses on identifying positive and negative anger patterns. In addition this group will provide the tools and education on how to assert yourself in positive manner.
Interpersonal Relationship Group: This group explores the dynamics of relationships as well as provides insight into how to effectively problem�solve within them.
Case Management: A social worker coordinates care, enhances social and emotional functioning, and assists with resolution of other problems.
Family Therapy: Family sessions may also be recommended based upon your needs and can be arranged as indicated.
Individual Therapy: Your outpatient psychiatrist will see you individually during your attendance in the program. A therapist is also available to meet with you as needed. Should you be interested in individual therapy, please inform Program Director or other IOP staff, and appropriate referrals can be made.
School/Vocational Skills: The goal is to improve the connection between what we learn treatment and integrate those skills with what we learn at school or work. Treatment to school or to work does this by creating new opportunities for ALL patients to learn in new and different ways so that we can be better contributors to ourselves and to our families.
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Admissions Form Last Name First Name
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We give you three easy ways to begin today: Visit us on the Web Fill out the order form and mail it to us Call us! Ca l P sy c hi at ri c Se rvi c es I nte nsi ve Ou tp a ti e n t P ro gr am 1910 Olympic Blvd Suite 350 Walnut Creek, CA 94596 Phone (925) 937-3700 Fax (925) 937-3701 www.calpsychiatricservices.com www.calpsychIOP.com
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