Virtual psychiatry & medication management at Charlie Health 

What is virtual IOP with psychiatry?

Virtual intensive outpatient programming (IOP) with psychiatry combines intensive and structured therapy with psychiatric medication management. Our program includes multiple group, individual, and family sessions each week, plus weekly meetings with our psychiatry team.

The goal of virtual IOP with psychiatry is to help people manage serious mental health challenges with medication and therapy while allowing them to heal from home.

Curated groups

By bringing adults with similar mental health challenges together, we’re able to create group environments where people can learn how to build connections and foster long-term healing.

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Individual therapy

One-on-one connections are critical to the IOP model, which is why each person’s recovery plan includes weekly sessions with a primary therapist. Clients in our psychiatry program also meet weekly with a member of the medical team.

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Family therapy

A leading predictor of success in adult IOP is family involvement. Our virtual IOP’s family therapy component teaches communication and coping skills to manage family relationship issues and create a more supportive home environment both during and after treatment.

We also offer dozens of free family support groups for family members and loved ones of clients enrolled in our program. Learn more here.

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“This program saved my life.”

— Elora D., Charlie Health Alum

How is our approach different?

Virtual psychiatry

In-network with insurance

Personalized treatment

Immediate availability

Flexible scheduling

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We’re proud to accept most major insurance providers, including commercial and Medicaid

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93%

of clients reported improvements in symptoms associated with depression

91%

of clients reported improvements in symptoms associated with anxiety

89%

of clients reported improvements in self-harm

FAQs about our virtual IOP with psychiatry

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How does virtual IOP with psychiatry work at Charlie Health?

Charlie Health’s virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) with psychiatry is designed to help clients with serious mental health conditions by combining medication management and intensive therapy. Each treatment plan consists of 9-12 hours per week of

  • Curated groups
  • Individual therapy
  • Family therapy
  • Psychiatry

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

We design each virtual treatment plan with one primary goal in mind: helping people heal 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.

What are the benefits of a virtual psychiatry and IOP program?

1) It can treat multiple conditions.

Virtual IOP with psychiatry can effectively address a variety of mental health concerns, including serious mental health conditions and co-occurring conditions, defined as situations where people experience two or more mental health conditions at the same time. Co-occurring conditions are common among people struggling with serious mental health conditions.

At Charlie Health, we specialize in treating:

2) They use a variety of treatment modalities.

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

3) The programs leverage the power of group connection.

Traditional weekly therapy is typically conducted one-on-one. The basis of a virtual IOP with psychiatry, however, is group sessions, allowing people to heal together, build connections with others struggling with serious mental health condition and medication-management, 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) They’re flexible and accessible.

Virtual IOP with psychiatry allows people to continue with daily life, like work or school. 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.

How do I know if Charlie Health’s virtual IOP with psychiatry is right for me or my loved one?

Our virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) with psychiatry is an appropriate level of care for people who need more than once-weekly therapy and medication management to cope 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 with psychiatry offers multiple hours of treatment per week, including both therapy and medication-management services. At Charlie Health, each client receives a customized treatment plan that includes three group sessions per week, one individual therapy session per week, and one family therapy session per week.

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

Does Charlie Health accept insurance?

Yes — Charlie Health’s virtual IOP with psychiatry and insurance 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.

How do I sign up?

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

Does Charlie Health offer psychiatry and/or medication management?

Psychiatric support is available in most states as needed. During your intake assessment, our team will share if you’re eligible for a referral to our Psychiatry Team. If we’re unable to see you based on location, and/or insurance, our team will help you find an outside provider. Reach out to our Admissions Team to learn more.