The Metta Cove

Intensive Outpatient Program for Children & Teens (Ages 8-17)

A safe harbor for young hearts healing from abuse, loss, and family trauma.

Who The Metta Cove Serves

The Metta Cove is our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) designed specifically for children and adolescents (ages 8-17) who have experienced:

Emotional, physical, or verbal abuse
Witnessing domestic violence
Parental narcissistic abuse or manipulation
Traumatic loss (death of parent/sibling)
Abandonment or neglect
Complex family trauma

Designed for children and teens who:

  • Have experienced or witnessed abuse in their home
  • Are struggling with anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, or trauma symptoms
  • Need more support than traditional weekly therapy can provide
  • Are in stable housing (IOP is outpatient—families return home each day)
  • Are ready to begin healing with peers who understand their experiences

What Makes The Metta Cove Different

Small, Safe Groups

Maximum 6 children per group

Ages 8-11: Elementary/middle

Ages 12-14: Middle school

Ages 15-17: High school/teen

Evidence-Based Care

TF-CBT, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, DBT Skills, Attachment-Based Therapy

9-15 Hours/Week

Comprehensive programming with expressive arts and play therapy

Group Therapy Sessions (Daily)

Process complex emotions in a supportive peer environment, learn they're not alone, build connection with others who "get it."

Individual Counseling (2-3x/week)

One-on-one sessions with clinical staff, address specific trauma experiences privately, work on personal goals at their own pace.

Expressive Arts & Play Therapy

Art, music, movement, and play as healing tools. Safe ways to express what words can't capture.

Family Integration Sessions (Weekly)

Joint sessions with parents/caregivers when appropriate. Help families heal together, teach trauma-informed parenting strategies.

Our Approach

We understand that children who've experienced abuse or witnessed harm to loved ones need more than traditional once-a-week therapy. Trauma impacts kids daily—so healing support should be daily too.

We believe:

  • Kids are never to blame for what happened to them
  • Healing happens in relationship with safe, trustworthy adults and peers
  • Every child deserves to feel safe, seen, and valued
  • Trauma symptoms are normal responses to abnormal experiences
  • Children are resilient when given the right support

We accept Insurance

We Accept Insurance

MedicaidBlue Cross Blue ShieldAetnaCignaEvernorth

We handle insurance verification, prior authorization, claims, and billing. Cost should never be a barrier to healing.

Ready to Learn More?

Your child deserves to feel safe. We're here to help.