Valley Health service
Intensive Outpatient Program
Intensive outpatient treatment provides more structure than weekly care without requiring residential treatment. It helps people build stability while remaining connected to home, work, and community.
Who this is for
Care matched to the need.
IOP may be recommended after an assessment for people who need frequent support, are stepping down from residential care, or have not made enough progress with a lower level of treatment.
Schedules and program requirements are reviewed at intake so you understand the time commitment before treatment begins.
What to expect
A plan you can understand.
Specific schedules, eligibility, and recommendations are confirmed during intake and assessment. Your plan can change as your needs change.
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A level-of-care assessment
Clinical recommendations are based on current needs, safety, and recovery supports.
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Structured groups
Multiple weekly sessions focus on recovery skills, relapse prevention, and accountability.
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Individual planning
Your plan reflects personal goals, barriers, and any documented external requirements.
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Step-down support
Treatment intensity changes as stability grows, with aftercare available when appropriate.
Cost and coverage: Ask intake about Apple Health, insurance verification, and the sliding fee scale before your first visit.
Connected care
Services that may work alongside this one.
These are options, not automatic recommendations. Intake and your clinician will help determine what is appropriate.
Ready to ask about Intensive Outpatient?
Talk to our intake team about services, same-day assessment availability, insurance, Apple Health, or sliding-scale fees. Se habla español.
Office hours: Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm
Class hours: Mon–Thu, until 9pm
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