Teen Self Harm Treatment in Los Angeles
Understanding Teen Self-Harm
Why Do Teens Self-Harm?
Teen Self-Harm Signs
Signs of Self-Harm in Teenagers
- Cuts or bruises on the body
- Wearing long sleeves or pants in warm weather
- Isolation from friends and family
- Changes in mood or behavior (such as an increase in irritability)
- Withdrawal from activities they used to enjoy
- Losing interest in appearance
- Having sharp objects on hand
- Signs of depression, anxiety, or low self-esteem
Teen Self-Harm Types
Different Types of Self-Harm in Teenagers
CUTTING
This is the most common form of self-harm among teenagers. It usually involves using a sharp object to make cuts on the skin.
BURNING
This involves using a heat source, like a cigarette or lighter, to burn the skin. The person may also use chemicals to cause burns.
HITTING
This involves hitting oneself with an object, like a fist or a belt. The person may hit themselves all over their body or in a specific area.
PUNCHING
This is similar to hitting, but involves punching oneself instead of using an object.
HAIR PULLING
This involves purposely pulling out hair from the head or other areas on the body.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE
This involves teens engaging in binge drinking and illicit drug use, sometimes to the point of overdose.
Teenage Self-Harm Treatment Options
Teen Self Harm Treatment in Los Angeles, CA
There is self-harm help for teens available for your child. Key Healthcare provides self-harm treatment for teenagers, and we develop individualized treatment plans to ensure long-term recovery. If your teenager is out of control and you’re looking for more comprehensive solutions, you might be interested in our programs for troubled teens. To learn more about our self-harm treatment options or other programs, contact us today.
Intensive Outpatient Treatment (IOP)
Our adolescent outpatient treatment for self-harm takes place 9 hours per week. Your teen will participate in therapy sessions that help them work through the reasons they self-harm.
Partial Hospitalization Treatment (PHP)
Our teen partial hospitalization program for self-harm takes place 8 hours a day, 5 days per week. Teens will attend therapy sessions where they will develop the appropriate coping skills for their emotions and mental health conditions.
Teen Residential Treatment Program
Extended Care
Our male-only self-harm extended care program for teens is a combination of our partial hospitalization program and sober living. Your teen will have around-the-clock support to treat their self-harm and mental health disorder(s).
Individual and Group Therapy
We utilize a variety of individual teen therapy and los angeles teen group therapy to treat self-harm and dual-diagnosis substance abuse, including cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, and acceptance and commitment therapy. Teens will learn how to process their emotions in a healthy way.