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Evening IOP

Finding an addiction recovery program that fits your schedule can be tough. For many, the duties of work, school, or home make it difficult to take the time needed to work on recovery. Fortunately, Gulf Coast Recovery Center in Tampa offers evening IOP. This program helps people receive the effective, individualized treatment they need without putting their whole lives on pause.

If you’re struggling with addiction, a mental health disorder, or both, evening IOP provides a structured, supportive environment that combines various therapies to address clients’ challenges while accommodating their daily schedules.

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What is an Evening IOP Program?

An Evening Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is a structured substance abuse treatment program designed to provide intensive therapy and support for people while allowing them to go home at the end of the day. It is often offered to people who require more treatment than traditional outpatient therapy but do not need the level of care provided by residential addiction treatment.

Typically, an evening IOP runs for several hours in the late afternoon or evening, several days a week. These programs offer a range of therapeutic services like individual and group therapy, counseling, and skill-building sessions.

In short, our IOP provides people with intensive therapeutic support and education while allowing them to maintain their daily routines and responsibilities. It can be a crucial option for those seeking quality, individualized care but who do not require round-the-clock supervision in a residential setting.

Our Evening IOP Schedule

At Gulf Coast Recovery Center, our evening IOP sessions take place on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 5:30PM to 8:30 PM.

What To Expect in Our Evening IOP Program

At Gulf Coast Recovery Center, we offer comprehensive addiction and mental health treatment three evenings per week. Here’s what one can expect when participating:

  • Clinical assessment. Upon entering the program, you will undergo an initial assessment to determine your specific needs and treatment goals. This assessment helps create a personalized treatment plan.
  • Group therapy. Group therapy sessions are a core component of IOP. Here you will participate in group discussions led by trained therapists, allowing you to share experiences and learn from others in similar situations.
  • Individualized counseling. One-on-one sessions with a therapist can help patients address their unique challenges and set attainable treatment goals.
  • Psychoeducation. Evening IOP often includes educational sessions to help clients better understand their condition.
  • Medication management. If medication is part of your treatment plan, your evening IOP program will include medication management services, ensuring you receive the appropriate prescriptions.
  • Holistic therapy. We incorporate holistic therapies to enhance overall well-being.
  • Skill-building. Practical coping skills and strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and other emotions that tend to pop up in early recovery are part of our programs.

How Do I Know I’m A Good Fit for Evening IOP?

If you are looking for effective, individualized therapy for a substance use disorder or alcohol use disorder, and your weekday evenings are generally open, you may be a good fit for evening IOP at Gulf Coast Recovery Center.

While both evening and daytime IOPs are less intensive than inpatient or residential addiction treatment, evening IOPs are the choice for people with:

  • Daytime responsibilities, such as work or school
  • A need for stronger structure and support than what is available through traditional outpatient care.
  • An inpatient treatment or a partial hospitalization program under their belts
  • A milder addiction or mental health disorder
  • No co-occurring mental health disorders

What Does Evening IOP Look Like?

We offer a wide range of therapies and activities to support our clients in recovery. Some sessions feature group therapy, others include individual therapy, and others still include holistic therapeutic approaches. During their time with us, clients can enjoy:

  • A safe space to share thoughts and emotions.
  • A sober community
  • A support network made up of peers and professionals.
  • Learning life skills such as communication and mindfulness

Benefits of Attending Evening IOP

The benefits associated with attending our IOP are numerous. Among them:

  • A more flexible treatment schedule, allowing for greater freedom for patients to maintain their work and family responsibilities.
  • Smaller group sizes, resulting in closer, more individualized treatment.
  • Evidence-based care, an approach that uses research to guide clinical decision-making and focuses on techniques proven effective through research.
  • A supportive network of peers, ensuring that patients do not feel isolated in their recovery.
  • A focus on long-term recovery, including advanced coping skills.

Does Insurance Cover Intensive Outpatient Programs?

One of the first questions a person may ask about an intensive outpatient program is whether insurance covers it.

Fortunately, most insurance plans cover alcohol and drug rehab, including evening IOP. In fact, as required by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, behavioral health treatment must be covered as an essential health benefit. This includes addiction treatment as well as addiction-related counseling and therapy.

Still, before seeking specific addiction treatment services, one should contact their insurance company to ask about their specific plan’s coverage of treatment. They can also discuss any out-of-pocket expenses that may occur. Finally, they should find out if prior approval from a primary care physician is needed, since some insurance companies do not cover the cost of evening IOP if it is not pre-approved.

At Gulf Coast Recovery Center, we work with many insurance companies to make our services as accessible as possible. We are happy to answer any questions you may have about treatment costs for yourself or for a loved one. We can also discuss payment plans.

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Jennifer Strong, LMHC

Written by Gulf Coast Recovery Staff Updated on January 12, 2024

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Participating in any kind of recovery program can be intimidating at first, since it reflects such a significant life change. At Gulf Coast Recovery Center, our evening IOP allows people to continue working toward long-term recovery while still enjoying their freedom to live life on their terms. Contact us today to learn more or to begin your journey to a better tomorrow.

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