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— Adolescent IOP / PHP Services
Structured mental health support for teens who need more than weekly therapy.
Innerspace Counseling provides specialized Intensive Outpatient Program and Partial Hospitalization Program services for adolescents across New Jersey.
our programs
Two levels of care for different levels of support.
Our adolescent programs are divided into age groups for middle school and high school students. Both programs provide structured therapeutic support for teens struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, self-harm, school avoidance, anger outbursts, and ongoing emotional or behavioral challenges.
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Partial Hospitalization
Program
4–6
hrs/day
A more intensive daytime program for teens who need full-day support or are transitioning from a hospital setting.
5
Days per week
20–30
Hours weekly
4–6
Weeks typical
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Intensive Outpatient
Program
2
HRS/DAY
A structured evening program for teens who need more support than traditional weekly therapy while still remaining in school.
3
Days per week
6—9
Hours weekly
8—12
Weeks typical
Who It’s For
For teens navigating emotional, social, or behavioral challenges.
The teenage years can bring intense emotional ups and downs.
When those struggles begin affecting school, relationships, safety, motivation, or daily life, a higher level of care can help.
Our team helps adolescents build healthier coping skills, improve emotional regulation, strengthen communication, and regain stability in a supportive clinical environment.
Common Concerns
Conditions and challenges we support.
Anxiety
Depression
OCD
Self-Harm
School Avoidance
Anger Outbursts
Mood Changes
Emotional Regulation
HOW IT WORKS
Designed for teens who need practical support and emotional structure.
Teens may benefit from our program when they are struggling with social pressures, anxiety, depression, mood concerns, behavioral challenges, or difficulty managing emotions.
01
Social & Peer Challenges
Support for teens who struggle with connection, communication, friendships, social anxiety, or conflict with peers.
02
Big Emotions
Help with anxiety, sadness, frustration, mood changes, and emotional regulation.
03
Behavioral Support
Structure for teens experiencing ADHD, behavioral concerns, impulsivity, or difficulty with routines and responsibilities.
From Our Clinical Team
Adolescents need more than symptom relief—they need a space where they feel understood, respected, and supported. Our intensive programs combine structure, connection, and evidence-based care to help teens regain stability and confidence.
Dr. Elizabeth Lobel, Double Board-Certified Psychiatrist
MD · Specialty: Child, Adolescent & Adult Psychiatry
What To Expect
A clear path from first call to personalized care.
01
Phone Consultation
We begin with a confidential conversation to understand your teen’s needs and determine next steps.
02
Clinical Intake
Your teen meets with a clinician and psychiatric provider to assess the right level of care.
03
Personalized Plan
A treatment plan is created around your teen’s challenges, goals, symptoms, and family needs.
04
Step-Down Support
Teens transition from PHP to IOP as they stabilize and return to daily routines.
Why Innerspace
Care that supports the teen, the family, and their education.
Innerspace Counseling provides care from licensed clinicians and psychiatric providers with experience in adolescent mental health treatment. Each teen receives a personalized plan based on their unique needs.
Our programming helps teens continue their schoolwork while receiving treatment, while parent support and school coordination help provide consistency across care, home, and education.
Schoolwork continues
Programming is structured so teens can continue their schoolwork while receiving the support they need.
Parent support
Parent support groups help caregivers stay informed, supported, and involved throughout their teen’s care.
Coordinated care
Therapy, family support, group work, medication management, and school coordination work together as part of a personalized treatment plan.
In a mental health crisis right now? Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or call 911 in case of emergency. For non-urgent screening, the form below or 732-332-8270 are the right starting points.
Ready To Enroll Your Teen?
Schedule your child’s consultation today.
Our specialists can help determine whether IOP or PHP is the right fit for your teen.
Phone line open 24/7 — call any time
One business day response from a licensed clinician
Or call us directly: 732-332-8270
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