Referring a Teen for Problematic Sexual Behavior
What to have ready when referring an adolescent, how parents and guardians come in, and what happens at intake.
To refer a teen for problematic sexual behavior, call Chatman Counseling and Rehabilitation at (405) 205-6314 or email the office with your name, contact information and a general reason. Youth services are for adolescents 13 to 17. A parent or guardian can then use a free 20 to 30 minute consultation to ask questions, and treatment begins with a 1 to 2 hour assessment. If OJA or a court is involved, acceptance of this provider is that body's decision.
Referral Checklist
What a Youth Referral Needs
Keep the first contact simple. These are the pieces that matter:
- Age: the teen is 13 to 17, since the practice does not serve children under 13
- First contact: a call to (405) 205-6314 or a short email through the Contact page
- A general reason only, because email and voicemail are not secure and details can wait for the assessment
- A parent or guardian involved from the start, since how consent works for youth is explained at intake
- Any program requirements, such as those set by OJA or a court, so they can factor into the plan
How the Family Is Brought In
Parents and guardians can be involved from the first conversation. They can make the initial call, describe the situation in general terms during the free consultation and ask what they need to know before committing.
At intake, the family hears how consent works for a teen and goes over program expectations, session frequency and financial responsibilities. Those answers help a household plan for regular attendance, which the youth group expects.
Families unsure how to raise treatment with their teen can start with the guide for parents linked below.
What the Intake Covers
History and Background
The assessment reviews the teen's personal history, behavioral concerns and mental health background, along with the reasons for seeking treatment.
Areas of Concern
It identifies the areas to address and the treatment recommendations that follow, which become an individualized plan.
Intake Paperwork
Paperwork sets out treatment goals, program expectations, session frequency and financial responsibilities, so the family knows what treatment will ask of them.
The Plan
Based on the assessment, the teen's needs and any program requirements, the plan calls for individual sessions, the youth group or both.
What Treatment Looks Like for Teens
In individual sessions, a teen can speak openly in a structured, confidential and nonjudgmental setting and is still held accountable for their actions. Sessions bring unhealthy behavior patterns into view, and practical assignments and consistent support carry the work forward.
The youth group uses guided discussions, interactive activities and skill-building around problematic sexual behavior, impulse control, decision-making and anger. It is for adolescents only and never mixes with the adult group.
Mr. Omar's outlook on change is steady: "I believe people can change when they are willing to put in the work and have the right guidance and support."
OJA (Office of Juvenile Affairs) approved in Oklahoma for problematic sexual behavior and anger management. Court-approved therapist for problematic sexual offense treatment.
Youth Referral Questions
Does the teen have to join the youth group?
Not necessarily. The assessment determines whether individual sessions, the group or both make sense, with any program requirements factored in.
Is OJA approval the same as acceptance for this case?
No. The approval is a general statement about the practice; OJA or the court involved decides acceptance for each youth.
Can a parent call before talking with the teen?
Yes. A parent or guardian can use the free consultation to ask questions first, and the guide on talking with your teen may help with the conversation that follows.
Keep Reading
- Youth ServicesWhat youth services include for ages 13 to 17.
- For OJA CaseworkersThe OJA approval and how youth referrals begin.
- Treatment for TeensA parent-facing overview of problematic sexual behavior treatment.
- Talking With Your TeenGuidance for parents raising treatment without shame.
- The Youth GroupGroup rules, activities and topics, written for parents.
Start a Youth Referral
Call (405) 205-6314 to refer a teen. Parents and guardians can book a free 20 to 30 minute consultation and ask their questions first.
Free 20 to 30 minute consultation. Monday through Friday, by appointment.