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FreshSTART is a short term, 90-day assessment and diagnostic program focused on the unique developmental, emotional and behavioral needs of children and adolescents. FreshSTART offers a detailed assessment focused on strengths and needs, diagnosis, education, and treatment recommendations.
Education is provided on-site.
30-day stabilization track offered.
PROGRAMMING
90-Day Assessment and
Diagnostic Program
30-Day Crisis Stabilization Program
PROGRAMMING
90 Day Assessment and
Diagnostic Program
30 Day Crisis Stabilization Program
structured program
of care
Individual Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy at a minimum, one session per week
Weekly Family therapy sessions via face-to-face, phone or virtually (if available)
Weekly Issue-Focused Process Group Therapy
Psychiatric Services: On-call, same day & next day
psychiatric appointments utilizing onsite telepsychiatry
Educational services provided on-site
Daily Psychoeducational Groups
Daily and weekly program and recreational activities
Community Involvement: Clients are provided opportunities to practice/develop appropriate social skills through participation in off campus/recreational activities.
Intercept Health's LifeBridge Continuum of Care provides a seamless transition for clients as they move from one service to another.
clinical expertise
Collaborative, team approach to prevent disruptions to care
Clinicians are employed by Intercept Health
Clinical care coordination provided by clinicians to assist with service coordination and referrals prior to discharge
Clinicians attend all community based meetings including
court and FAPT meetings
evidence based programming
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Behavior Modification (positive, reward based, level system)
Positive Behavior Support system utilized within the educational setting
family engagement
Clients are encouraged to engage with their family members/identified supports via phone, daily
Family/guardians are encouraged to:
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Participate in treatment team meetings
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Visit on at least a weekly basis for both onsite and off-campus visits
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Participate in monthly, home sponsored activities in the community with their child
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Work directly with our Family Engagement Coordinator throughout treatment to strengthen, rebuild, or repair family relationships, practice utilizing positive communication strategies which promote positive family interactions, and maintain family connection while the child is living outside the home