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In Shady Side, Maryland, the importance of accessible mental health services has never been more critical. As a small community within Anne Arundel County, many residents face challenges in obtaining traditional in-person care. Virtual Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) provide a flexible and effective solution, allowing individuals to receive essential therapy without the burden of commuting.
For Shady Side residents, the benefits of Virtual IOP are extensive. With the ability to attend sessions from home, you can maintain your work, school, and family commitments while prioritizing your mental health. These programs are designed to fit seamlessly into your busy life, offering structured therapy sessions that include evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), tailored to meet your unique needs.
Getting started with a Virtual IOP is as simple as finding a program that suits your specific requirements. Most offer a combination of individual therapy, group sessions, and family involvement, all led by licensed professionals. With sessions available 3-5 days a week, you can begin your path to recovery at your own pace. Explore local options to find a program that accepts your insurance and caters to your mental health challenges today.
Nearby areas served include Annapolis and Edgewater, offering additional support options.
Most major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid, are accepted for Virtual IOP.
These virtual IOP programs accept patients from across Maryland
Intensive group and individual therapy tailored to youth; utilizes evidence-based modalities like CBT, DBT, and Exposure Response Prevention specifically for this age group. Family involvement is emphasized to support teens/young adults. Offers an OCD-specific virtual track through partnership with IOCDF. Operates in a wide range of states with virtual care to increase access.
Provides both Intensive Outpatient and Partial Hospitalization levels of care virtually. Highly specialized programs including School Anxiety/Refusal, OCD & Complex Anxiety, Trauma-focused IOPs, and even programs addressing chronic pain with mental health. Known for short-term, outcomes-focused care with multidisciplinary teams. Patients participate in structured group therapy daily via Compass Virtual, with additional family support and psychiatric services as needed. Offers an after-school Intensive Outpatient Program for teens (attend school by day, therapy in late afternoon), and an evening IOP for adults (“after work” 5-8pm CST) to accommodate daily schedules. Emphasizes evidence-based group therapy (CBT, DBT, ACT) with regular psychiatry consults and family therapy integration. Must be physically located in IL, MD, VA, or WI during sessions; expanding to additional states soon. Outcomes comparable to in-person, with high patient satisfaction.
3x 3-hour groups weekly plus individual, nutrition & family therapy; outcomes equal to in-person; widely insurance-covered; named a top online program 2022-2024.
Intensive evening schedule (3 hours per day, Mon–Fri 5:30–8:30pm CT) allows clients to maintain work or school while in treatment. Uses SunCloud’s integrated treatment model to address substance use, eating disorders, mood disorders, and trauma together in one program. Virtual programming includes process groups, DBT skills training, individual therapy, and supported meals (for those with eating disorders). Accredited by The Joint Commission (Gold Seal) for high-quality care.
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