SPARC was developed to help adolescents who’ve had a recent suicidal event – such as worsening suicidal thoughts or a suicide attempt – and need intensive care and support. SPARC uses a combination of teen skills group therapy, multifamily therapy, individual therapy, and family therapy. This helps families and teens:

• Manage difficult emotions and stress

• Improve communication and interpersonal skills

• Ask for and receive support

• Develop lifelong coping skills for managing intense emotions