At Alis Behavioral Health, our team understands what families go through when they have a teen who is struggling.
Every day, our team works with local Denver families struggling with:
Alis Behavioral Health provides a reliable, supportive group for teens ages 11-17, and works hand-in-hand with your teen’s school administration. For families seeking a fast-acting facility without a waitlist, Alis BH of Denver can be an ideal next step after your teen’s inpatient care, crisis center visit, or additional support when individual therapy or other interventions aren’t enough.
Alis Behavioral Health of Denver routinely works with families seeking help with the following:
We work with families seeking “step down” programs to help transition their teen out of inpatient or residential care.
Alis BH of Denver works with parents whose teens are either unable or unwilling to attend class.
Our team specializes in work with teens who struggle with various forms of self-harm, including cutting, scratching (such as small cuts on the arms or legs), or other forms of self-mutilation.
Who work with families whose teens refuse to participate in treatment programs or traditional therapy.
Alis Behavioral Health can help teens struggling with emotional meltdowns, lashing out, aggression, or sudden emotional dysregulation at home or school.
Frequently, the families we work with have negative experiences with being rejected by previous facilities, or trying treatment programs that were unhelpful when dealing with current needs. This can often lead to legitimate fears of further traumatizing their teen, or jeopardizing their already fragile emotional state. Alis BH also acts as a preventative measure to prevent further hospitalizations from occurring.
To alleviate these worries, our team at Alis Behavioral Health of Denver has a philosophy of radical clinical transparency.
Our clinic primarily focuses on stabilizing teen mental health via DBT and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with a focus on self-harm and impulse control; and we always ensure that your teen is in the right program before moving forward.
Many parents who come to us have had negative experiences with insurance providers. Many of them frequently have stories of having spent hours on the phone with insurance providers trying to determine what they can cover, often without a concrete answer.
Our team can help your family navigate the logistics with Denver insurance providers, while also allowing ample time to clarify the role insurance will play in your child’s treatment.
Many parents who come to us express concern that program treatment may cause their child to fall behind in their schoolwork, especially if their child has already had frequent absences.
For families who wish to tailor treatment to their teen’s academic schedule, Alis Behavioral Health offers evening IOP tracks from 3:30 PM to 6:20 PM.
Our team also actively coordinates with school counselors to pause grades and provide academic support via tutoring.
The difference between PHP and IOP comes down to how much support your teen needs right now. PHP offers a higher level of care, with about five hours of therapy each day, five days a week. It is designed for teens who need consistent structure and close clinical support.
An IOP is less intensive, with about three hours of therapy per day.
Both programs include individual support, group, and family therapy. The goal is the same in both settings: help your teen stabilize, build coping skills, and feel more in control. The right fit depends on how your teen is functioning day to day.
If your teen was recently discharged, step-down care can make a meaningful difference. Leaving the hospital does not mean everything is resolved. It usually means your teen is safe enough to continue care in a less restrictive setting.
Programs like PHP and IOP provide that next layer of support. They offer structure, daily guidance, and continued therapy while your teen transitions back home. This helps reduce the risk of setbacks and gives your teen time to rebuild routines at a steady pace.
Without this step, many teens feel overwhelmed too quickly. With the right support in place, your teen can move forward with more confidence and stability.
This is a common concern, especially for parents trying to balance academics and mental health. The good news is that IOP is designed to work alongside your teen’s schedule, not against it.
Most IOP programs meet for a few hours each day, which allows time for schoolwork and adjusted academic plans.
At Alis Behavioral Health, coordination with schools is part of the process. The focus is on keeping your teen engaged academically while also addressing what is getting in the way.
In many cases, untreated mental health challenges are what cause students to fall behind. With the right support, teens often return to school more focused and better able to manage expectations.
Yes, support with insurance and benefits is part of getting started. When you are already worried about your teen, dealing with coverage details can feel like too much.
The admissions team helps review your insurance, explain what is covered, and walk you through next steps. This includes looking at eligibility for programs like PHP and IOP and helping you understand any out-of-pocket costs.
The goal is to remove confusion so you can make clear decisions. Instead of navigating the process alone, you have guidance from the beginning. That way, your focus stays where it should be, on getting your teen the right care.
If your teen is refusing therapy, you are not alone. Many teens push back at first. It is often a sign of discomfort, not unwillingness to get better.
Try to avoid turning it into a power struggle. Instead, focus on listening and keeping the conversation open. Let your teen know that support is there to help them, not to control them.
Programs designed for teens take a different approach. Group settings, relatable peers, and practical skill-building often feel more approachable than traditional talk therapy.
With time, many teens begin to engage once they feel understood. The first step is creating a space where they feel safe enough to try.
A level of care assessment helps determine what kind of support your teen needs right now. It is a conversation, not a test.
A clinician will ask about your teen’s mood, behavior, school experience, and any safety concerns. You will also have time to share what you have been seeing at home.
The goal is to understand the full picture. From there, our team recommends whether PHP, IOP, or another option makes the most sense.
By the end, you should have a clear direction. No guessing. Just a plan that reflects your teen’s current needs.
DBT is a skills-based approach that helps teens manage intense emotions. It focuses on practical tools your teen can use in everyday situations.
In DBT, teens learn how to regulate emotions, handle stress without becoming overwhelmed, communicate more effectively, and stay present in the moment. These skills are taught step by step and practiced in real-life scenarios.
For teens dealing with anxiety, depression, or impulsive behaviors, this structure can be especially helpful. It gives them a way to pause, think, and respond differently when things feel out of control.
Teen group therapy gives your child a space to connect with others who are going through similar challenges. That sense of connection can be powerful.
Groups are led by trained clinicians and follow a clear structure. Sessions focus on building skills, improving communication, and working through real situations in a supportive setting.
Teens are typically grouped by age and needs, so they feel more comfortable participating. Over time, many begin to open up, share experiences, and learn from each other.
For teens who feel isolated, group therapy often becomes one of the most meaningful parts of treatment.
Alis Behavioral Health provides a free family support group for caregivers with teens struggling with their mental health. This group is virtual and available to anyone in the community whether they’re engaged in our services or not.
If you want to learn more about teen trauma counseling, Alis Behavioral Health is here to help. Our team of experienced mental health professionals specializes in providing trauma treatment tailored to adolescents’ unique needs. Contact Alis Behavioral Health by calling (888) 528-3860 or using the button below.
