Structured group therapy combining DBT skills training, mindfulness, and psychoeducation — available mornings, afternoons, and evenings at CenterPointe Hospital.
The Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is a structured group therapy program designed for adults struggling with depression, anxiety, panic, anger, and trauma. Led by Edward Flynn, LPC, sessions combine evidence-based DBT skills training with mindfulness practices and psychoeducational topics to build lasting coping strategies.
Each session runs for three hours and includes three distinct group components. The program is offered at CenterPointe Hospital in St. Louis with three daily time slots to accommodate different schedules.
Discussed triggers to symptoms indicated on mood survey. Patients explore what has been affecting their emotional state and identify patterns that contribute to distress.
Topic varies each session — including DBT, Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and more. Each topic builds skills for daily life.
Identify coping skills effective in managing depression, anxiety, panic, and anger. Practice real-world application of skills learned during the psychoeducational component.
Finding balance between acceptance and change
Present-moment awareness and non-judgmental observation
Surviving crisis without making it worse
Understanding and managing intense emotions
Assertiveness and healthy relationship skills
Embracing reality without judgment or resistance
Inner child work and childhood trauma processing
Cognitive restructuring and core belief modification
Processing loss and building resilience through mourning
Releasing resentment to reclaim emotional freedom
Building a healthy self-image and sense of worth
Proprietary framework for holistic wellbeing
Guided imagery for relaxation and positive outcomes
Deep listening skills for stronger connections
Decision-making and purpose-driven goal setting
Ready to join the IOP program? Reach out to discuss your treatment options and find the right session time for you.
Edward Flynn is a nationally recognized psychotherapist and clinical hypnotherapist with over 13 years of clinical experience. He specializes in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Clinical Hypnotherapy, and trauma-informed care at Lakeside Behavioral Health LLC and CenterPointe Hospital in St. Louis, MO.