Virtual therapy for maternal mental health at Charlie Health

Charlie Health’s virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is a personalized treatment solution for new parents with serious mental health conditions, including perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and other conditions that arise with new parenthood. Each treatment plan consists of up to 9-12 hours per week of:

• Curated groups
• Individual therapy
• Family therapy
• Psychiatry, as needed

In addition to our standard treatment model, all new parents have access to 24/7 crisis care, 20+ free family support groups, mentors, Alumni Programming, and more.

We design each treatment plan with one primary goal in mind: helping new parents adjust and rediscover hope. If you or a person in your life could benefit from Charlie Health, please contact our Admissions Team to get started in as little as 24 hours.

1) They can treat multiple conditions.

Virtual IOP for new parents can effectively address a variety of mental health concerns and co-occurring conditions. These are situations where people experience two or more mental health conditions at the same time.

At Charlie Health, we specialize in treating:

• Anxiety disorders
• Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Depression
• Dissociative disorders
• Gender dysphoria
• Mood disorders (bipolar disorder, etc.) 
• Neurodivergence
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders
• Personality disorders
• Postpartum depression
• Substance use disorders (co-occurring)
• Suicidal ideation & self-harm
• Trauma & related conditions (PTSD, etc.) 
• Traumatic brain injuries
• And more

2) They use a variety of treatment modalities.

Virtual IOP uses a variety of treatment modalities in group, individual, and family sessions, ensuring that new parents receive the best evidence-based care available. At Charlie Health, we offer:

• Attachment-based family therapy
• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
• Compassion-focused therapy (CFT)
• Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills
• Experiential therapy
• Exposure therapy 
• Mindfulness-based therapy
• Motivational interviewing
• And more

3) The power of group connection.

Traditional weekly therapy is typically conducted one-on-one. The basis of virtual IOP, however, is group sessions, allowing new parents to heal together, build connections with others who understand what they’re going through, and practice skills in real time. Centering treatment in group support means clients can learn not only from the therapist but also from the experiences and insights shared by their fellow group members, fostering a sense of belonging and validation.

4) Flexible and accessible.

Virtual IOP allows new parents to continue with daily life, like work or childcare responsibilities. With flexible scheduling, including options at night and on the weekend, people don’t have to put life on pause to get the mental health treatment they need.

Our primary treatment offering – virtual adult Intensive Outpatient Programming (IOP) – is an appropriate level of care for people who need more than once-weekly therapy, including new parents struggling with serious mental health conditions. Many of our clients have either recently discharged from a higher level of care (e.g., residential, inpatient, emergency room) or are seeking more support than traditional weekly talk therapy (outpatient).

While typical outpatient treatment involves one therapy session per week, our virtual IOP offers multiple hours of treatment per week. At Charlie Health, each client receives a customized treatment plan that includes three group sessions per week with other new parents, one individual therapy session per week, and one family therapy session per week. We also offer psychiatric services as needed.

Different therapy modalities are used throughout sessions, creating a truly comprehensive treatment program.

Yes — Charlie Health’s virtual IOP is in-network with
most major insurance providers including commercial plans and Medicaid (in states where IOP is covered). Please contact our Admissions Team to learn more about your plan’s specific coverage, or check out our Insurance page.

Fill out our quick online form or reach out to our Admissions Team directly at 1 (866) 671-5457 and get started with our virtual IOP for maternal mental health in as little as 24 hours.