We constantly stay on-top of the latest findings from the research and higher education communities. There is still a lot to be learned about how to make Intensive Outpatient Programs more effective. McCarty, D., Braude, L., Lyman, R., Dougherty, R.,…
IOP is a mainstream treatment option and one that is frequently covered by commercial insurance. There are many facilities offering programs and there is very little regulation about what should and shouldn’t be done within the treatment setting. It is…
Many health insurances will cover IOP participation. Most States have laws that require coverage for such programs and for substance rehabilitation. Every insurance is different but the insurance carriers who cover substance treatment will offer different levels of support based…
Eligibility criteria may vary, but often includes some combination of the following: A mental health diagnosis per the DSM-IV An individual’s inability to cope with use of a substance in a healthy way An individual’s impairment as a result of…
Travel is sometimes required for inpatient treatment, and sometimes travel is desired. For example, some people choose to go out-of-State inpatient rehab, and live in a treatment facility for the duration of their rehab. For the typical rehab duration of…
Compared to a stay at a residential rehab, participation in intensive outpatient treatment programs costs much less. IOP costs are significantly lower since people live at home and they are not paying for a room or a bed, meals, or…
IOP typically meets three times a week for three hours each day. Additionally, most IOPs will have both group sessions and individual sessions on a weekly basis. A common approach is to require 2 group sessions and one individual or…
Over the last 40 years, there have been several studies on the use of IOP in treating addiction. Some of these research studies are referenced at the end of this document. What is apparent is that IOP have consistently shown…
The use of medication can be a critical adjunct to effective addiction treatment and should be considered in some cases along with therapy, psychosocial support groups, and other adjunctive methods. Medication can target specific aspects of the substance abuse disorder,…
IOP’s can often incorporate adjunctive therapy as part of the patient’s care plan. Adjunctive therapy can involve group activities where patients can use nonverbal and creative media such as music, dance, and crafts, for therapeutic purposes. Other adjunctive therapies can…
One of the aims of an IOP program is to help an individual establish a long-term support structure. One can’t remain in therapy forever, so it is important to take advantage of long-term services, such as community-based groups, 12-step groups,…
While IOPs deeply rely on group sessions, individual counseling plays an equally important role. There are topics that may come up during a group that require in-depth work one-on-one with the psychologist. Additionally, some patients don’t have the ability or…
The heart of the IOP is the group sessions. There are various types of groups. Broadly speaking, these include psychoeducational, skills-development, support, and interpersonal process groups. Some programs utilize a rigid structure while others offer flexibility and cater to the…
Research has shown the individuals whose families are involved in treatment have a better outcome and a higher success rate. Thus, many IOP programs strive to incorporate the patient’s immediate family and key friends into the process. This not only…
A Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), is a comprehensive outpatient program that provides support and treatment using interdisciplinary medical and psychiatric services. PHP’s can be used for treating individuals facing emotional or mental health challenges, including addiction, when full-time hospitalization is…
Residential treatment facilities provide 24-hour care for those individuals who require constant supervision and care for severe disorders. For instance, some addiction situations call for a detoxification process to be undertaken. Detoxification can be very dangerous, depending on the substance…
Intensive Outpatient Programs are designed for people working through substance use issues. Such individuals are well-enough to not require hospitalization, but are in enough distress that an intensive treatment method is warranted. It is typical that a person dealing with…
There are many advantages to an intensive outpatient program, when compared to traditional one-on-one therapy, such as follows: Individuals can continue to carry out their regular activities and tend to their responsibilities, such as caring for family members, going to…
Intensive Outpatient Programs include a host of activities and services. Group and individual sessions can touch on a variety of topics, including how to deal with withdrawal, relapse prevention, mood management, etc. A comprehensive list of services that can be…
Intensive Outpatient Programs target cognition, affect, and psychophysiological symptoms. Affective components are concerned with becoming aware of, identifying, and expressing feelings, as well as finding healthy ways to manage varying levels of emotional intensity. For instance, anger, fear, loss, grief,…
Intensive Outpatient Programs are a form of treatment that is carried out on a rigorous schedule, requiring frequent visits during the course of a week, and lasting several weeks. An Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) sits on the continuum of care…