Virtual therapy for BIPOC communities at Charlie Health

What is virtual BIPOC IOP?

Virtual intensive outpatient programming (IOP) for BIPOC individuals offers a more structured and intensive level of mental healthcare than traditional weekly therapy. Delivered directly at home, it provides affirming and culturally competent treatment that addresses common issues at the intersection of identity and mental health.

Charlie Health’s BIPOC-specific IOP helps clients manage their mental health, achieve lasting recovery, and maintain their daily routines.

Curated groups

By bringing together BIPOC clients with similar mental health challenges and lived experiences, 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 new parent’s unique treatment plan includes a primary therapist who specializes in perinatal mood & anxiety disorders and postpartum depression for weekly individual sessions with a culturally competent, BIPOC-affirming therapist.

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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?

Charlie Health clients

BIPOC-affirming therapists

In-network with insurance

Specialized BIPOC groups

Virtual access

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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97%

of clients in our BIPOC program reported improvements in their depression

92%

of clients in our BIPOC program reported improvements in their anxiety

85%

of clients in our BIPOC program reported improvements in their self-harm

FAQs about our virtual IOP for BIPOC communities

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How does virtual IOP for BIPOC individuals work at Charlie Health?

Charlie Health’s virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is a personalized treatment solution for BIPOC individuals with serious mental health conditions. 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 clients have access to 24/7 crisis care, 20+ free family support groups, peer mentors, Alumni Programming, and more.

We design each identity-affirming 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 BIPOC therapy program?

1) They can treat multiple conditions.

Virtual IOP can effectively address a variety of mental health concerns, including serious mental health conditions 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:

2) They use a variety of treatment modalities.

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

3) The power of group connection.

Traditional weekly therapy is typically conducted one-on-one. The basis of a virtual IOP for BIPOC individuals, however, is group sessions, allowing people to heal together, build connections with others who understand their identity, and practice skills in real time. Centering treatment in group support means BIPOC 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 for BIPOC individuals 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 is right for me or my loved one?

Our BIPOC-affirming virtual Intensive Outpatient Programming (IOP) is an appropriate level of care for people who need more than once-weekly therapy 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 for BIPOC individuals offers multiple hours of treatment per week. At Charlie Health, each client receives a customized treatment plan that includes three group sessions per week, one identity-affirming 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.

Does Charlie Health accept insurance?

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.

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.