Mental Health Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
IOPs create a structured schedule of therapy sessions, and interventions and give new resources to improve quality of life. Individual therapy, group therapy, and other evidence-based treatment methods work with people of all ages and all mental health struggles.
What Is IOP?
IOPs are often recommended for individuals who are experiencing symptoms of a mental health disorder, but who do not require the level of care provided by inpatient hospitalization. IOPs are also useful for those who have completed an inpatient program and need continued care to maintain their recovery.
The severity of your symptoms will determine how long you will need to seek IOP services and what methods a therapist will use while you seek IOP treatment.
Outpatient care means that the patient can go home at night and participate in other activities while seeking treatment. Inpatient care is a high-level treatment that will require you to be hospitalized. If you are looking for a step down from inpatient, outpatient programs can help immensely without harsh restrictions. IOPs also offer night sessions or weekend schedules in order to meet your schedule.
Issues That Can Be Improved From IOP
Utilizing IOPs can be helpful for co-occurring mental health disorders and those struggling with substance abuse.
Mental health problems like PTSD, bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety can all be improved by seeking and staying consistent with IOP treatment. The goal of IOP is to provide the patient with the support they need to take steps forward.
What You Will Gain From IOP Care?
Patients who attend and take proactive steps in IOP care will see improvement in multiple aspects of their lives. Some of the benefits you will see can make you a more well-rounded individual and give you a better balance in your work and social life.
Benefits that IOP care can bring to your life include:
- Social wellness
- Job or career fulfillment
- Family Health
- Mental health
- Healthy Relationships
- Independence
Whether you or a loved one is struggling, IOP is a good intensive option that can help in just a short amount of time. Therapy treatment, group sessions, and more will all be beneficial for those who are overwhelmed with trying to navigate multiple health concerns.
IOP With Red Willow Counseling And Recovery
Our team at Red Willow offers focused IOP groups during the daytime hours and works to provide support combined with education. Patients with mild to moderate symptoms are the ones that will benefit the most from Intensive Outpatient Programs. These are not recommended as the first point of treatment for individuals, but if your mental health condition is persistent and affected your daily function, IOP can be considered.
Salt Lake City Mental Health IOP
Day Schedule
Monday
10:00AM-11:30 AM Psychoeducation Group
11:30 AM-1:00 PM Process Group
Tuesday
10:00AM-11:30 AM Psychoeducation Group
11:30 AM-1:00 PM Process Group
Thursday
10:00AM-11:30 AM Psychoeducation Group
11:30 AM-1:00 PM Process Group
Support
We are here to support you to live a life of intention and meaning.
If you have further questions, call our IOP directly at:
(385) 202-5315