Guidelight Virtual
Getting better feels like
When weekly therapy isn’t enough, Guidelight Virtual delivers structured, evidence-based care, so you can get better without putting your life on hold.
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Healing you can measure from day one.
Real progress starts with a first appointment. Here’s what Guidelight clients experience.
Better
Depression and anxiety symptoms improve from moderate at admission to mild by discharge.
Faster
Assessment and placement within 24 to 48 hours, so you can begin treatment when you need it.
Lasting
More clients maintain their progress after treatment, with a 9.5% readmission rate—4x lower than the network average. *
*Based on Guidelight’s in-person PHP outcomes. Guidelight Virtual follows the same evidence-based clinical model and standards of care.
Ranked in the top 5% of providers by a national payer.
One less barrier to care.
We accept most insurance plans, plus Medicare and Medicaid.*
*Medicare and Medicaid coverage varies by state and program.
Everything you’d expect from Guidelight—delivered virtually
Guidelight Virtual is a structured mental health program for people who need more support than weekly therapy but don’t need hospitalization. Through secure, live video sessions, you’ll participate in group therapy, individual therapy, psychiatric care, and evidence-based treatment without stepping away from your daily life.
You’ll meet through a secure platform built specifically for group clinical care, so your therapist can run a structured, supported experience.
Virtual is how Guidelight delivers the program. The value is the care itself.
Psychiatrist-supervised care
Evidence-based group therapy
Coordinated with your existing providers
Consistent clinical standards in every care setting
Is Guidelight Virtual the right next step for you?
Eligibility
- Age: 18 and older
- States: Colorado, Massachusetts, North Carolina
A Good Match If:
- You’re holding things together, but weekly therapy isn’t enough anymore
- You want to keep your daily routine while getting intensive support
- You’re able to stay safe between sessions with the support of a structured, group therapy treatment program
If you need a higher level of safety supervision than a virtual setting can provide, our team will help connect you to in-person or hospital-level care instead.
If you’re in an active mental health crisis, call or text 988 now.
Conditions We Treat
Not sure? Our intake team will help you decide.
- Anger management and conflict
- Maladaptive coping
- Anxiety disorders
- Mood disorders
- Attention deficits (ADHD)
- Oppositional defiant disorder
- Depression disorders
- Personality disorders
- Emotional regulation
- Psychotic disorders
- Impulse control
- Trauma and PTSD
An intensive care schedule, built around your life.
Four days a week include structured, clinician-led group therapy sessions. The other three are yours—to practice what you’re learning in the moments that matter most.
3.5 hours a day
4 days a week
About 5 weeks 20 program days
Day + evening options
Inside a Session
First Hour
Check-In & Skills Building
Connect with your therapist and group, share how you're feeling, and set a goal for the day. Then build practical tools for managing emotions, stress, and relationships — including mindfulness, coping skills, and distress tolerance.
Second Hour
Mental Health Education & Group Discussion
Build a better understanding of depression, anxiety, trauma, and related concerns through evidence-based strategies. After a short break, join a Group Discussion to share experiences, get support from peers, and practice new skills — participation is encouraged and always at your own comfort level.
Final Hour
Wellness & Check-Out
Reinforce what you've learned through an experiential activity — guided mindfulness, creative expression, movement, or journaling. Close by reflecting on your progress and planning how to carry today's tools into the rest of your day.
Sample structure. Your session flow is set by your clinical team.
Your Week at a Glance
Please select a day to see a sample schedule.
Weekly
Skills-Based Sessions
Based on your clinical team's recommendation, you'll meet weekly or biweekly with an individual therapist to reinforce the skills you're building in group. These sessions support — but don't replace — the group program at the center of your care.
Ongoing
Prescriber Appointments
If medication management is part of your plan, you'll meet with your prescriber every other week to check in on your progress. These appointments are optional and scheduled around your treatment.
Example week shown. Group days vary by cohort, with daytime and evening tracks.
Why Guidelight?
Any program can go virtual. This is what makes ours different.
Access Without Compromise
Life doesn’t stop because you need treatment. Guidelight Virtual removes barriers without changing what matters: psychiatrist-supervised care, licensed therapists, and a coordinated care team, all designed to help you get better, not simply make therapy more convenient.
Support That Lasts
You’re not just getting through this. You’re learning how to manage what comes next. Clients leave with practical, skill-based tools for handling emotions, relationships, and daily stress—the kind that shows up quietly, months later, on an ordinary Tuesday.
Connection That Heals
Healing doesn’t happen alone. You’ll work closely with licensed clinicians while building connections with people facing similar challenges. That combination of expert guidance and peer support creates accountability, encouragement, and the confidence that you don’t have to face this alone.
Getting started is simpler than you think.
Reach out
call (888) 681-2730 or fill out a short form
Admissions appointment
scheduled within 24 hours
Begin care
groups can start as soon as the next day
No referral needed. Our intake team handles the rest.
A partner in your patient’s care, not a handoff.
Referring a patient to Guidelight doesn’t mean stepping away from their care. It means adding another layer of support: the same psychiatrist-supervised, evidence-based program that defines the Guidelight standard, including individualized treatment planning, group and individual therapy, psychiatric evaluation, and medication management.
Every referral is assessed for clinical fit. If Virtual isn’t the right level of care, we help connect your patient with the level of care they need. From admission through discharge, we keep you informed, collaborate with your patient’s ongoing care team, and coordinate the step-down so there’s no gap when the program ends.
“One of my patients started IOP yesterday and called me this morning to say he absolutely loves it.”
Ranked in the top 5% of providers by a national payer
Assessment and placement within 24 to 48 hours
Progress updates throughout treatment
Collaborative discharge planning
FAQ
How does Virtual compare to in-person?
The clinical model is identical. Our virtual care program meets the same professional, ethical, and clinical standards as in-person care. It’s uniquely designed to support client safety, engagement, and therapeutic progress in a secure and HIPAA-compliant environment.
The only difference is that sessions happen over secure video instead of in a Guidelight clinic.
What technology do I need?
You don’t need to be tech-savvy. All you need is a private, quiet space and a reliable internet connection. Our secure, HIPAA-compliant platform is easy to use, and we’ll help you get set up before your first session.
Will my insurance cover Guidelight Virtual?
We accept most major commercial insurance plans, along with Medicare and Medicaid. Before treatment begins, our team will verify your benefits, explain your coverage, and answer any questions so you know exactly what to expect.
We are in-network with:
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Colorado Access
- Harvard Pilgrim
- Health Colorado
- Kaiser Permanente
- MassHealth
- Northeast Partners
- Optum
- Point32Health (Harvard Pilgrim and Tufts)
- Rocky Mountain Health Plans
- TriWest Healthcare Alliance
- UnitedHealthcare
Can I keep my current therapist?
Yes. We coordinate with your existing care providers throughout treatment, so Virtual works alongside the care you already have.
Where is Guidelight Virtual currently available?
Guidelight Virtual is currently available in Colorado, Massachusetts, and North Carolina.