DBTeens Online Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
A 6 or 12-week online mental health therapy program for youth (ages 12–18) living in New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont.
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6 or 12-Week Morning OR 12-Week Afternoon Schedules Available
Our goal is simple: to give teens and families the tools and support they need to thrive. Designed for teens who need more support than weekly therapy but do not require hospitalization. Parents and caregivers receive their own skills coaching and training. At DBTeens, we believe lasting growth happens through consistent daily practice. By offering structured, engaging sessions throughout the week, teens and families can learn and apply DBT skills every day, build emotional awareness and resilience, strengthen family communication and connection, and create lasting positive change.
Program Overview —
– Fully Online: Attend all sessions from home via Zoom
– Ages: 12-18 (with caregiver participation)
– Approach: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for Adolescents
– Program Choice: Afternoon or Morning Schedule
– Insurance: We accept many popular insurance plans and NH Medicaid. Get more info here.
AFTERNOON PROGRAM – Available Now
– Length: 12 weeks
– Schedule: Mon-Fri 2:00-5:00 pm groups, one weekly individual therapy session, and and one weekly parent coaching session. Once per week caregivers participate with client in a multi-family group skills class, 5:00-6:15 pm.
MORNING PROGRAM – Rolling Admission Starts March 9, 2026.
– Length: 6 or 12 weeks
– Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:00-11:00 am, one weekly individual therapy session, and and one weekly caregiver coaching session. Once per week
caregivers participate with client in a multi-family group skills class, 8:00-9:00 am.
What Teens Learn —
Our program helps teens:
- Recognize and manage emotions and moods.
- Cope with distress and reduce unsafe urges or behaviors.
- Communicate more effectively and navigate relationships.
- Develop mindfulness and self-awareness skills.
What Caregivers Learn —
Our program helps parents/caregivers:
- Understand and support their teen’s emotional needs.
- Apply DBT skills at home to respond effectively to challenges.
- Strengthen family communication and problem-solving.
About DBT for Adolescents
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a treatment approach developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan to treat clients with suicidal and self-harming behavior.
- Proven effective for those who have mood, anxiety, eating, substance abuse and personality disorders.
- Includes a skills class for teens with their caregvers.
Comments From Teens Who Completed DBTeens:
How Did Participating in DBTeens Effect Your Life?
A second chance at life.
Growth, Comfort, Reliability, Stability, Family
This program has helped me so much, it got me out of a dark place.
Five Words: Inspiring, Stability, Calming, Helpful, & Supportive
Growth, Ensuring, Courage
Safe, Home, Understood, Validation, Love
Statement of Inclusivity
DBT for You is committed to providing a safe space and respectful treatment to all people. We aim to meet the needs of youth of all genders, races, religions, and sexual orientations. Clients who participate in services at DBT for You understand this statement of inclusivity, and agree to treat all staff and other participants with kindness.