What is Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)?

IOP is a structured, part-time treatment program that blends clinical care with personal accountability. At Elite Recovery, IOP includes group therapy, individual sessions, education groups, and coordinated support from a multidisciplinary team. Services are tailored to each client’s treatment goals, progress, and personal circumstances.

Whether entering IOP directly or stepping down from a higher level of care, clients benefit from expert guidance and a supportive community, without the disruption of leaving their home or daily routine.

Who Is IOP For?

IOP is appropriate for individuals who:

• Require more structure than traditional outpatient therapy, but don’t need full-time programming
• Are stepping down from PHP or residential treatment
• Need continued support for relapse prevention and mental health management
• Are re-engaging in treatment after a period of instability
• Are balancing treatment with work, school, or caregiving responsibilities

IOP Program Tracks at Elite Recovery

All clients begin with the full program schedule (5 days/week for Day IOP, 4 days/week for Evening IOP). Step-down options to 4-day and 3-day schedules are available based on clinical progress and staff recommendation.

Program Schedule

Our Gender-Specific programs offer both Day and Evening IOP options.

Day-Time IOP

Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Total: 20 hours per week

This schedule provides consistent therapeutic support while allowing clients to maintain responsibilities outside of treatment.

As recovery progresses, clients may step down to four or three days per week based on clinical recommendations and individual progress.

Day-Time IOP Sample Schedule:

Evening IOP

Monday – Thursday | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Total: 12 hours per week

This schedule provides consistent therapeutic support while allowing clients to maintain responsibilities outside of treatment.

As recovery progresses, clients may step down three days per week based on clinical recommendations and individual progress.

Evening IOP Sample Schedule:

LGBTQ+ Affirming Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

Elite Affirm for LGBTQ+ Adults

Our Affirm program provides structured treatment for adults seeking recovery from substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges in a safe, affirming environment.

This program offers all the core components of our IOP level of care while intentionally creating space for LGBTQ+ individuals whose recovery may be impacted by experiences such as discrimination, trauma, identity-related stress, or social isolation. Services are led by licensed clinicians trained in LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and substance use treatment.

Clients participate in group therapy, individual counseling, and education sessions that integrate evidence-based treatment with identity-affirming care. This program is designed for LGBTQ+ adults who want structured support while maintaining work, school, or daily responsibilities.

What We Offer

The LGBTQ+ IOP track includes the same comprehensive services offered in our broader IOP program, with intentional attention to identity-affirming care.

Weekly Individual Therapy

Clients meet one-on-one with licensed therapists (LPCCs, LICSWs) experienced in LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma recovery, and substance use treatment.

Specialized Clinical Focus

Treatment may include support around:

• Identity development and self-acceptance

• Trauma recovery and resilience

• Emotional regulation and coping skills

• Relapse prevention

• Building healthy relationships and support systems

Inclusive Peer Community

Programming fosters connection and belonging through shared experience and affirming clinical support.

Program Schedule

Our LGBTQ+ IOP track currently operates as a structured daytime program:

Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Total: 20 hours per week

This schedule provides consistent therapeutic support while allowing clients to maintain responsibilities outside of treatment.

As recovery progresses, clients may step down to four or three days per week based on clinical recommendations and individual progress.

Sample Schedule:

Virtual IOP is a structured outpatient program that mirrors our in-person IOP in intensity, frequency, and clinical effectiveness. Through a secure telehealth platform, clients participate in live group therapy, individual counseling, and education sessions led by licensed clinicians.

This program is ideal for individuals who need meaningful therapeutic support, consistent accountability, and flexibility to manage recovery alongside real-life responsibilities.

Who Is Virtual IOP For?

Virtual IOP is appropriate for individuals who:

• Need intensive outpatient treatment, but are unable to attend in-person programming
• Live in rural or underserved areas with limited access to behavioral health care
• Have work, school, childcare, or health concerns that require flexibility
• Are comfortable with virtual platforms and benefit from remote support
• Are stepping down from a higher level of care or re-engaging in treatment

Virtual Day IOP Schedule:

• Days: Monday through Friday
• Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Total Weekly Hours: 15 hours
• Step-Down Options: Available to 4-day and 3-day tracks based on clinical progress
• Delivery Method: Live, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform

Sample Schedule:

Virtual Evening IOP Schedule:

• Days: Monday through Thursday
• Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Total Weekly Hours: 12 hours
• Step-Down Options: Available to 3-day tracks based on clinical progress
• Delivery Method: Live, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform

Key Features of Virtual IOP at Elite Recovery:

• Live Group Therapy (3–5 days/week): Real-time interaction with peers and licensed clinicians focused on recovery, emotional regulation, relapse prevention, and trauma support
• Weekly Individual Counseling: One-on-one support with a licensed therapist to process progress, goals, and challenges
• Confidential & Secure Platform: Delivered via HIPAA-compliant telehealth, ensuring privacy and ease of access
• Whole-Person Approach: Optional coordination for medication management, nutrition consultation, or case support
• Convenient & Effective: Combines clinical excellence with the flexibility needed to sustain recovery while meeting real-world responsibilities

What Is Extended Outpatient Programming (EOP)?

EOP is a level 1.0 ASAM Level of Care. This is the next step in Elite Recovery’s continuum of care, offering structured yet flexible support for individuals transitioning from higher levels of treatment. While less intensive than PHP or IOP, EOP still includes weekly group therapy, individual sessions, and access to mental health and medical support.

This level of care is designed to help clients apply recovery tools in their daily lives while receiving continued guidance from licensed professionals. It is also appropriate for individuals re-engaging in care or looking to maintain long-term accountability.

Who Is EOP For?

EOP is appropriate for individuals who:

• Individuals who have recently completed IOP or PHP and are ready for a lower-intensity step-down
• Need continued support to manage relapse prevention, mental health, or life transitions
• Balancing recovery with work, school, or family responsibilities
• Want to stay connected to a supportive clinical team and recovery community
• Are stabilizing in early recovery or maintaining long-term sobriety

Evening EOP Schedule

• For male-identifying individuals only
• Days: Monday & Wednesday
• Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Hours per Week: 4 hours
• Length of Program: 3–6 months
• Format: In-person group and individual therapy

Sample Schedule: 

Day EOP Schedule *COMING SOON*

• Open to all individuals 18+
• Days: Tuesday & Thursday
• Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Hours per Week: 4 hours
• Length of Program: 3–6 months
• Format: In-person group and individual therapy

Key Features of EOP at Elite Recovery:

• Ongoing Group Therapy: Structured groups focused on relapse prevention, life transitions, healthy relationships, and goal planning.
• Individual Counseling: Weekly one-on-one sessions with a licensed clinician to reinforce motivation, address challenges, and support mental health.
• Real-World Skill Building: Emphasis on applying recovery tools in daily life, including employment, education, relationships, and self-care.
• Consistent Clinical Oversight: Continued connection to Elite’s licensed mental health professionals and recovery support staff.

A typical week in our Intensive Outpatient Program includes a combination of structured group therapy, individual support, and education designed to strengthen recovery and build long-term stability.

Clients can expect:

3–5 days of group therapy

Each group session focuses on skill development, relapse prevention, emotional regulation, and peer support.

Individual Sessions

Clients meet one-on-one with a licensed addiction counselor to review progress, address personal goals, and receive individualized support on a weekly or bi-weekly basis.

Education groups

Clients participate in specialized education sessions that may include topics related to mental health, nutrition, physical health, and recovery skills.

A consistent and supportive therapeutic community

Our programs emphasize connection, accountability, and building supportive relationships with peers who are also working toward recovery.

Additional Support Available While Enrolled in SUD Programming

While participating in our IOP or EOP programs, clients may also access additional services that support overall health, stability, and long-term recovery. These services are available based on individual needs and treatment planning.

Additional support may include:

Wellness Services

• Individual therapy: Provided by a licensed clinician or clinical trainee to address co-occurring mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress management.
• Psychiatry: Medication evaluation and ongoing medication management with psychiatric providers when clinically appropriate.

Learn more about our Wellness Team here.

Health Promotions

• Support from nursing staff to address health concerns, review medications, and coordinate care with other medical providers.
• Meetings with registered dietitians to discuss nutrition in recovery, develop sustainable eating habits, and address disordered eating or chronic health conditions.

Learn more about our Health Promotions team here

Family Education & Support

Opportunities for family members or loved ones to learn about addiction, recovery, and ways to support the healing process. Learn more about our Family Education group here.

Peer Recovery Support

Connection with peer recovery specialists who provide encouragement, lived-experience support, and guidance in building a recovery-oriented lifestyle.

Weekly Elective Group

Thursdays: 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM at 937 Grand Ave

This weekly rotating elective group offers participants the opportunity to explore different recovery-focused topics each month. Each session highlights a unique area of personal growth, helping individuals strengthen their recovery through spirituality, physical wellness, cultural healing, and family relationships. Participants may attend any week and are encouraged to engage with the topics that best support their recovery journey.

Week 1: Spirituality

Spirit, Soul, & Sobriety

Explore the role of spirituality in recovery and develop a deeper sense of purpose beyond substance use. This group helps participants distinguish personal spirituality from organized religion while exploring meaning, values, and identity in sobriety. Through reflection, discussion, and values-clarification exercises inspired by logotherapy, participants will build connection, reduce shame, and develop spiritual coping skills that support long-term recovery.

Core Themes:

• Connection & community

• Values alignment

• Meaning-making in recovery

• Mindful pause between triggers and responses

Week 2: Health Promotions

Each month, a member of the Health Promotion Team will present a new topic to support your efforts in developing a healthy lifestyle in recovery. These hands-on sessions are designed to provide new resources and activities not included in the medical education and nutrition group.

Core Themes:

• Connection & fun

• Self-advocacy

• Caring for yourself

Week 3: Wellbriety

Wellbriety is a recovery approach rooted in Native American cultural and spiritual traditions. The program is facilitated by trained leaders and emphasizes community, cultural connection, and holistic healing.

Unlike traditional recovery models, Wellbriety centers Indigenous perspectives on wellness—supporting a balance of mind, body, spirit, and emotions. Participants explore recovery through cultural teachings, spirituality, and community support to promote long-term healing and well-being.

Week 4: Dads in Recovery

Recovery asks a lot of you. So does fatherhood. When you’re trying to do both, it can feel overwhelming and isolating. This group is for dads who want to start working through the shame, rebuilding trust with their children, and finding support from dads who understand.

Recovery is hard, and so is fatherhood. This group is for dads who want to do both well. It is a place to connect with others who understand, work through the tough stuff together, and get back to being the father your kids know you can be. No matter where things stand right now, it is never too late to be a present and caring father. This group gives dads in our program a space to connect, support each other, and build the kind of relationship with their children that makes all the hard work worth it.

April 2026 Groups