IOP/VIRTUAL IOP FOR TEENS
Virtual IOP for LGBTQIA+ Teens Struggling With Mental Health
Compassion Teens offers a virtual IOP for LGBTQIA+ teens, along with in-person intensive outpatient and outpatient care at our center, with the level of support recommended by our clinical team. Our licensed clinicians work with teens facing anxiety, depression, identity questions, family or faith conflict, bullying, or discrimination, helping them feel safer in their own skin while staying connected to school, friends, and daily life. No matter the level of care, your teen gets a consistent, affirming space where they don’t have to hide who they are.
Personalized Virtual Mental Health Care for LGBTQIA+ Teens
When your teen is wrestling with anxiety, depression, identity questions, or feeling unsafe at school or home, it can be hard to know what level of support is right. Weekly therapy may not feel like enough, but inpatient or residential care can feel like too much. Our virtual IOP and in-person intensive outpatient and outpatient programs for LGBTQIA+ teens are built for that middle space, offering more structure and more check-ins while your teen stays connected to school, friends, and daily life in Orange County, CA.
Step 1 – Tell Us Your Story
It starts with a simple conversation. Share what your teen is going through—low mood, panic, dysphoria, bullying, family conflict, or feeling misunderstood—and what you’re hoping will change. Our team listens without judgment and, based on what we learn, recommends whether virtual IOP, in-person IOP, or outpatient care is the best fit.
Step 2 - Licensed Clinicians Who Care
Next, we connect your teen with a licensed clinician who has experience working with LGBTQIA+ teens and feels like a good match. Through a quick, confidential virtual assessment, we look at safety, symptoms, support at home and school, and any past treatment so we can recommend the right level of structure and support.
Step 3 - Secure Online Sessions
From there, your teen starts a customized, affirming care plan from home. They meet regularly in private, HIPAA-compliant virtual sessions and age-appropriate groups, scheduled around school and family time, so they can build coping skills, feel less alone, and have a consistent space where they can show up as themselves.
Who We Help
Our Online IOP for LGBTQIA+ Teens Also Helps With:
Generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks, panic disorder, agoraphobia
Major depression, melancholic depression, atypical depression, seasonal affective disorder, persistent depressive disorder
Acute trauma, chronic trauma, complex trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder
Self-harm, self-injury, suicidal ideation, suicide survival
Alcohol, marijuana, prescription drugs, opioids, amphetamines, cocaine, inhalants, hallucinogens, nicotine
Anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, rumination disorder, orthorexia, night eating syndrome
What To Expect From Our Intensive Outpatient Program for LGBTQIA+ Teens
Each teen in our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) receives a structured, personalized care plan designed to build resilience and emotional balance.
Our program includes:
- Three 3-hour group therapy sessions each week
- One-on-one individual therapy sessions
- Psychiatric evaluation and medication management when needed
- Consistent access to clinical support beyond scheduled sessions
Sessions are offered online in flexible time slots, including evenings and weekends. This helps teens stay connected to school, family, and everyday routines while receiving the care they need.
How We Personalize Care for LGBTQIA+ Teens in Our Virtual IOP
We take time to really understand your teen’s mood patterns—not just the highs and lows, but their story, strengths, and goals.
During intake, our licensed clinicians look at energy shifts, sleep, school stress, and daily routines to decide whether virtual IOP, in-person IOP, or outpatient care is the best fit. Using a collaborative approach, our care model considers:
Mental health
focus areas
Age and growth stage
Personal strengths & story
Best therapy fit & goals
Flexible virtual sessions
Family support & guidance
Our Methods
We use evidence-based therapies designed to meet each teen where they are. Our methods focus on emotional growth, family connection, and lasting change.
Group Therapy
Group therapy provides a supportive environment for teens to connect with peers, share experiences.
Family Therapy
Supports families in rebuilding trust and improving communication at home.
CBT Approach
Helps teens identify unhelpful thoughts and build healthier ways of coping.
Compassion Therapy
Encourages self-kindness and helps reduce shame, guilt, and self-criticism.
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy offers a private, one-on-one setting for teens to work through personal challenges with a dedicated therapist.
Holistic Therapies
Holistic therapies focus on the mind, body, and spirit. These services use creative outlets like art or mindfulness.
Getting Started Is Simple.
Begin sessions with your dedicated care team—virtually or in person. Your teen can connect with peers and start making real progress right away.
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info@compassionteens.com
23141 Moulton Pkwy Suite 207, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Contact Us
Call Us at (858) 859-8696 or Submit a confidential form below. We are dedicated to helping your teen find their mental balance.
VERIFY YOUR INSURANCE
In Network With All Major Insurance
We accept all major insurance plans to make our services accessible. To confirm your specific benefits and coverage for our teen therapy programs, please use our quick and confidential verification tool below.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Finding the right program can feel overwhelming — these answers can help you learn more about how we support teens and families.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We work with most major insurance providers, including Cigna, BlueCross BlueShield, Magellan, Anthem, Aetna, and more.
How long does the verification process take?
Our verification process typically takes less than one business day. We’ll reach out with a full breakdown of your benefits and next steps.
Is there a cost to verify my insurance?
No — verifying your insurance with Compassion Teens is completely free and confidential.
What if my insurance isn’t in-network with Compassion Teens?
Even if we’re not in-network with your insurance provider, our team can help explore out-of-network benefits or private pay options to make care accessible and affordable.
How soon can I start after my insurance is verified?
Once your insurance is verified, our admissions team will reach out to schedule your teen’s first session—usually within just a few days.