Structured addiction and mental health treatment, with the flexibility to keep living at home. Our intensive outpatient program runs about four hours a day, three to five days a week, and treats substance use alongside co-occurring mental health concerns. Speak with our admissions team to find out whether IOP fits your life.
Our approach combines clinical care, therapeutic support, and practical recovery skills to help clients work toward lasting change.
Our programs were designed by Dr. Ash Bhatt, M.D., M.R.O., FASAM, who specializes in addiction medicine and dual diagnosis.
Our Los Angeles outpatient center therapy groups consist of approximately 7–12 people, creating opportunities for focused discussion and participation.
An intensive outpatient program provides several hours of treatment on multiple days each week. Clients attend scheduled sessions and return home afterward.
IOP can support adults who need consistent clinical care but do not require 24-hour residential supervision. Treatment may address alcohol or drug addiction, co-occurring mental health concerns, or both.
At our center, the recommended treatment plan depends on each client’s clinical assessment, needs, and recovery goals.
Here’s what IOP looks like at our center. Admissions confirms each detail with you.
Program Detail | What We Offer |
Schedule | Three to five days a week, about four hours a day |
Session times | Daytime and afternoon sessions, confirmed at admissions |
Length | Typically eight to 12 weeks, then a step down to outpatient care |
Group size | Seven to 12 people, led by licensed therapists and clinicians |
Location | 7543 Woodley Avenue, Van Nuys, CA |
Meals | Catered meal options available on site |
Insurance | Free benefit verification, and we work with most PPO plans |
A treatment day may include a combination of therapeutic sessions, recovery education, and work on individual treatment goals.
IOP may be appropriate for adults who:
IOP does not provide continuous medical supervision. Someone experiencing potentially dangerous withdrawal, serious medical complications, or an acute psychiatric crisis may need a higher level of care first.
Our clinical team considers factors such as withdrawal risk, substance use history, mental health symptoms, physical health, and available support when assessing the appropriate starting point.
The main difference between these treatment options is how much clinical support you receive, how often you attend sessions, and whether you live at the treatment facility.
Level of Care | Treatment Intensity | Living Arrangement |
Residential treatment | Structured treatment with 24-hour support | Live at the treatment facility |
Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) | Intensive treatment for much of the day | Return home or to suitable supportive housing |
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) | Several hours per session, multiple days a week | Live at home |
Standard outpatient | Less frequent scheduled therapy or clinical appointments | Live at home |
IOP is not always the right choice, and it is not the most intensive option. It fits people who need more than weekly therapy and can keep a stable routine at home.
Residential treatment may be appropriate when someone needs a supervised environment and substantial support throughout the day and night.
PHP provides a higher degree of daily structure than IOP for people who need intensive treatment but may not require residential care.
IOP can provide regular clinical support while clients continue living at home, provided their needs can be managed safely in an outpatient setting.
Standard outpatient care may be suitable when someone needs ongoing therapy or follow-up with fewer scheduled treatment hours.
Treatment needs can change. A client may transition from residential care to PHP, then IOP, and eventually standard outpatient treatment as clinically appropriate. If needs increase, the treatment plan may need to be reassessed.
Recovery can involve changes in behavior, emotional health, relationships, and daily routines. Our outpatient treatment approach considers these factors when developing a care plan. The services below describe our treatment approach.
Individual therapy: Work with a clinician on personal recovery goals, triggers, emotional concerns, and challenges that may affect progress.
Group therapy: Develop coping skills, discuss recovery challenges, and learn alongside others working toward recovery.
Dual diagnosis care: Address substance use alongside co-occurring mental health conditions when both are part of the client’s treatment needs.
Psychiatric care and medication management: Assess mental health needs and review medication options when clinically appropriate.
Family resources: Help loved ones better understand recovery, communication, boundaries, and ways to support a healthier home environment.
Holistic therapies: Complement clinical treatment with supportive approaches that may help clients work on stress management and general well-being, where available.
You can continue working while attending IOP, but the feasibility depends on the actual schedule and the person’s treatment needs.
Before starting, consider:
Center hours are Monday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Admissions will confirm your IOP session times.
Your treatment records are protected under federal privacy law, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, the federal rule that adds extra protection for substance use treatment records. We do not share information with family or employers without your written consent. Confidentiality has limits, though. We must act if you are at immediate risk of harm to yourself or others, or if the law requires us to disclose certain information. We explain those limits before treatment begins.
Our outpatient center is located at 7543 Woodley Avenue, Van Nuys, CA 91406, serving people from the surrounding San Fernando Valley communities, including Encino, Sherman Oaks, Lake Balboa, and Northridge.
Our center provides outpatient treatment in a private setting, with access to clinical services, small groups, and family resources.
Our center’s general operating hours are listed as Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. These are center hours, not a confirmed IOP timetable. Contact us to verify the current IOP schedule and available treatment sessions.
Tell us what kind of support you’re looking for and ask questions about our treatment options. You can also contact us on behalf of a loved one.
Our team evaluates your needs and helps determine whether IOP is an appropriate level of care.
We can help verify available insurance benefits and explain potential costs. Verification does not guarantee payment; coverage depends on your plan and applicable requirements.
You may be looking for help with substance use, seeking support for co-occurring mental health concerns, or considering the next step after a more intensive treatment program.
We can help you understand whether our Los Angeles IOP may be appropriate, what the schedule involves, and how to begin the admissions process.
Our current program consists of four hours per day, three to five days per week, or roughly 12–20 hours weekly.
Our IOP program length varies but typically is eight to twelve weeks. The actual duration depends on clinical needs and progress.
Some clients can continue working, depending on their work hours, treatment schedule, and clinical needs. Ask our admissions team about current session times before deciding whether the program fits your routine.
Coverage depends on your plan, benefits, eligibility, and the services recommended. We can help verify benefits, but verification is not a guarantee of payment.
PHP generally provides more hours of treatment per day than IOP. IOP offers structured care across several days a week with more time outside the treatment setting. A clinical assessment helps determine which level is appropriate.
That depends on your substance use, withdrawal risk, and medical needs. People at risk of dangerous withdrawal may need medically supervised detoxification before entering IOP. Do not stop alcohol or certain drugs suddenly without medical guidance if you may be physically dependent.
Our clinical team may recommend reassessing your needs and considering a higher level of care or additional medical or psychiatric support.
Yes. IOP can serve as a step-down option when someone no longer requires the same degree of daily structure and can safely participate in outpatient care. The transition should be based on clinical assessment.
Next steps may include standard outpatient therapy, psychiatric follow-up, medication management when appropriate, family resources, and other ongoing recovery support.
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