Treatment Program for Adolescents with Problematic Sexual Behavior
This specially designed program has been established for the treatment of
adolescents. Caregiver participation in the program is required. Treatment is Evidence-based practice.
adolescents. Caregiver participation in the program is required. Treatment is Evidence-based practice.
When: Every Tuesday group sessions take place at 4:30-6:00 pm (This includes Adolescent and Caretaker Groups. Groups run concurrently)
Where: Crown Counseling
1308 North Main St.
Crown Point, IN. 46307
Cost: FREE
This project is supported by Grant2020-mc-fx-k033 awarded by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Office of Justice (OJJDP) Programs, U.S. Department of Justice.
For further information about the
program, contact Maria Alvarado MS.,
LMHC, NCC, CSAYC at 219-663-6353
or via email at mariaa@crowncounseling.org or
Jacob Biancardi MS., LMHC, CSAYC at
219.775.2241 or via email at
jacobb@crowncounseling.org
Eligibility:
• Teens ages 13 – 18 (some exceptions
for younger and older)
• Court ordered to attend treatment with
caregiver; or, self-referred
• Have oversight by the court
• Capable of participation in productive
group discussions
• Have a caregiver available to
participate in weekly group sessions
• Have adequate supervision to remain
in the community during outpatient
treatment
Clinicians:
Jacob Biancardi, MS., LMHC, CSAYC
LaRia Crews, LSW
Naomi Knoerzer, MS., LMHC, CSOT
Maria Alvarado, MS., LMHC, CSAYC
Where: Crown Counseling
1308 North Main St.
Crown Point, IN. 46307
Cost: FREE
This project is supported by Grant2020-mc-fx-k033 awarded by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Office of Justice (OJJDP) Programs, U.S. Department of Justice.
For further information about the
program, contact Maria Alvarado MS.,
LMHC, NCC, CSAYC at 219-663-6353
or via email at mariaa@crowncounseling.org or
Jacob Biancardi MS., LMHC, CSAYC at
219.775.2241 or via email at
jacobb@crowncounseling.org
Eligibility:
• Teens ages 13 – 18 (some exceptions
for younger and older)
• Court ordered to attend treatment with
caregiver; or, self-referred
• Have oversight by the court
• Capable of participation in productive
group discussions
• Have a caregiver available to
participate in weekly group sessions
• Have adequate supervision to remain
in the community during outpatient
treatment
Clinicians:
Jacob Biancardi, MS., LMHC, CSAYC
LaRia Crews, LSW
Naomi Knoerzer, MS., LMHC, CSOT
Maria Alvarado, MS., LMHC, CSAYC
Group Treatment Requirements
1. Group (Adolescent and Caretaker) treatment program meets weekly on Tuesdays
from 6:30 – 8:00 pm. (Time may change)
2. Caretaker(s) are required to participate in 12 months of weekly treatment sessions to
be eligible for successful graduation.
3. Treatment may be extended beyond 1 year for youth with ongoing problematic
behavior.
4. Adolescents who have previously completed specialized treatment for problematic
sexual behavior prior to entering this treatment program may be eligible for the 6 month
treatment.
5. Group members will participate in group activities such as written activities, group
discussions, combined activities with caregivers, and attending guest presentations.
6. Topics covered in the group include:
• Psychoeducation on what is legal and appropriate sexual behavior
• Healthy sexual decision-making
• How to improve family communication
• Developing and maintaining safe and healthy social relationships
• Understanding and managing feelings, and
• Managing and reducing stress
7. If warranted, additional individual and/or family therapy may be offered to support
teens and families. Some examples include helping teens heal from trauma, assisting
with managing depression and/or anxiety, or improving the family relationships.
Caregiver Involvement
1. Caregiver involvement is a required and essential feature of the treatment program;
caregivers are required to attend group sessions every week.
2. The Caregiver’s Group meets weekly at the same time as the Adolescent Group. This
group assists caregivers in managing their adolescent’s problematic behavior through
in-depth discussions and educational activities.
3. Topics discussed in the caregiver/adolescent joint sessions include:
• Guiding and supporting adolescents in developing safe and healthy sexual
values and behaviors
• Developmentally appropriate supervision and monitoring of adolescents
• Enhancing overall communication of caregiver and adolescents
from 6:30 – 8:00 pm. (Time may change)
2. Caretaker(s) are required to participate in 12 months of weekly treatment sessions to
be eligible for successful graduation.
3. Treatment may be extended beyond 1 year for youth with ongoing problematic
behavior.
4. Adolescents who have previously completed specialized treatment for problematic
sexual behavior prior to entering this treatment program may be eligible for the 6 month
treatment.
5. Group members will participate in group activities such as written activities, group
discussions, combined activities with caregivers, and attending guest presentations.
6. Topics covered in the group include:
• Psychoeducation on what is legal and appropriate sexual behavior
• Healthy sexual decision-making
• How to improve family communication
• Developing and maintaining safe and healthy social relationships
• Understanding and managing feelings, and
• Managing and reducing stress
7. If warranted, additional individual and/or family therapy may be offered to support
teens and families. Some examples include helping teens heal from trauma, assisting
with managing depression and/or anxiety, or improving the family relationships.
Caregiver Involvement
1. Caregiver involvement is a required and essential feature of the treatment program;
caregivers are required to attend group sessions every week.
2. The Caregiver’s Group meets weekly at the same time as the Adolescent Group. This
group assists caregivers in managing their adolescent’s problematic behavior through
in-depth discussions and educational activities.
3. Topics discussed in the caregiver/adolescent joint sessions include:
• Guiding and supporting adolescents in developing safe and healthy sexual
values and behaviors
• Developmentally appropriate supervision and monitoring of adolescents
• Enhancing overall communication of caregiver and adolescents
Frequently Asked Questions
What if my teen denies engaging in problematic sexual behavior?
ANSWER: It is not uncommon for teens to deny this type of behaviors out of fear of
worrying about what would be said about them, family or friends judging them, or the
repercussions of their actions.
Although, our Adolescent Group is created for teens who acknowledge that they have
engaged in problematic sexual behaviors, we encourage them to participate in group
with hopes that they will feel supported and not judged. By doing so, this will not only
support the teen, but their caretaker as well and they will learn that group is supportive
and a safe environment in which true change can take place.
ANSWER: It is not uncommon for teens to deny this type of behaviors out of fear of
worrying about what would be said about them, family or friends judging them, or the
repercussions of their actions.
Although, our Adolescent Group is created for teens who acknowledge that they have
engaged in problematic sexual behaviors, we encourage them to participate in group
with hopes that they will feel supported and not judged. By doing so, this will not only
support the teen, but their caretaker as well and they will learn that group is supportive
and a safe environment in which true change can take place.
Crown Point Office: 1308 N Main St. Crown Point IN 46307
Hammond Office: 7025 Indianapolis Blvd, Hammond, IN 46324
1-219-663-6353