The whole-child approach in psychiatry, psychology, and therapy is a comprehensive and integrated way of assessing and treating mental health issues in children and adolescents. This approach takes into consideration the participant’s physical health, family environment, social context, and developmental level.
We combined the whole-child approach with our unique clinical protocols (below). We have found that this multifaceted approach is crucial in addressing the complex nature of mental health disorders in children, tweens, and adolescents today.
For children and adolescents who struggle with OCD and complex anxieties.
A developmentally specific PHP for children who struggle with anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and emotional and behavioral dysregulations.
CBT-informed strategies (anxiety and mood management, parenting approaches, and family communication and problem-solving) to help children with school avoidance behavior.
Utilized for Depressive disorders, Bipolar, and related disorders
A family-based approach that involves training parents to provide emotional support and help their children manage their anxiety symptoms.
For tweens, this protocol focuses on fostering emotional regulation, enhancing social skills, and building self-esteem through evidence-based, developmentally appropriate interventions. Positive behavioral changes not only help improve their actions but also strengthen their emotional well-being and self-confidence, fostering a more balanced and resilient sense of self.
Our teen program offers more than symptom management, it helps adolescents better understand themselves, build confidence, and develop the skills to navigate the challenges of growing up.
Through our specialized, developmentally responsive IRIS curriculum, teens engage in evidence-informed therapy, experiential learning, and real-world skill building. IRIS focuses on four essential areas of adolescent growth: Identity, Resilience, Interpersonal skills, and Self-regulation; helping teens see themselves, their strengths, and their potential with a renewed sense of hope.
With dedicated support for teens and caregivers, we help build skills and create meaningful change at home, at school, and beyond.
The Plena team identifies each participant’s unique and specific needs and creates a personalized treatment plan to help participants thrive.
“Plena has been a phenomenal experience for our daughter and our entire family. We could not be more pleased with the entire experience! Your program exceeded our expectations, and we would absolutely recommend it.”
Our care team will assist your child in meeting goals such as developing coping skills, creating an individualized toolbox for long term success and building new foundations for sustained improvements.
