Ryther in Seattle, Washington, United States

Ryther, a nonprofit behavioral health organization based in Seattle, offers a range of Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs) tailored to youth aged 8–18 who are navigating complex mental health, substance use, and behavioral challenges. These programs serve as a critical middle ground between traditional outpatient therapy and inpatient care, providing structured, evidence-based treatment while allowing participants to maintain their daily routines.

Co-Occurring Disorder IOP (COD IOP):Designed for teens aged 13–18 facing both mental health and substance use issues, this program offers 10 hours of therapy per week, including group and individual sessions. It employs approaches such as Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and the Seven Challenges framework to foster resilience, enhance self-efficacy, and build community connections.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy IOP (DBT IOP): Targeting adolescents aged 13–18 with acute mental health needs—such as depression, self-harm, and suicidal ideation—this 12-week program combines group and individual therapy sessions. It focuses on developing skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness, incorporating experiential activities to reinforce learning.

Eating Disorders IOP (ED IOP): Aimed at youth aged 8–16 diagnosed with eating disorders, this program provides individualized treatment incorporating Family-Based Therapy (FBT) and Enhanced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT-E). It includes structured group sessions with meal support, individual and family therapy, and access to psychiatric and dietary services as needed.

Neurodiverse-Informed Treatment of Anxiety and OCD IOP (NDAO IOP): This program supports neurodivergent and neurotypical youth aged 8–14 experiencing significant anxiety and OCD. It offers a neurodiverse-informed approach with experiential activities, group therapy, and individual and family sessions, aiming to enhance emotional regulation, social interaction, and overall functioning.

Ryther’s IOPs are part of a comprehensive continuum of care, ensuring that youth receive the appropriate level of support tailored to their individual needs. The organization accepts various insurance plans, including Medicaid MCOs, to facilitate access to these essential services.