intensive outpatient program for substance use

Recovery is possible and the journey begins here. Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is often a first step in early addiction and can help with maintaining sobriety. IOP can also serve as continuing care following the completion of a residential and/or partial hospitalization program (PHP).

The goal of IOP is to assist patients in the development of cognitive, emotional, and behavioral coping skills to apply in their daily lives while creating a supportive environment in which they can process these changes. Through therapeutic process groups, patients develop an understanding of relapse warning signs, and establish a strong relapse prevention plan.

Skills and training topics include:

  • Identifying triggers and managing cravings

  • Drug refusal and assertive communication skills

  • Interpersonal effectiveness and impulse control

  • Distress tolerance and stress management

  • Grounding techniques and self-care

  • Understanding the 12-Steps

  • Healthy boundaries and codependency issues

  • Family dynamics and relationships

  • Relapse prevention and safety planning

The IOP program is on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9am-12pm. Treatment also includes drug screenings and breathalyzers. Our continuing Alumni Therapeutic Group and Alumni Program are both offered complimentary after treatment is complete through our Chattanooga location (with options to participate both virtually or in-person).

Request an Assessment for the substance use IOP Program

If you are a healthcare provider and wish to make a patient referral, call 865-622-7116. You may also download our referral form below and send directly to us at 865-622-2740.

Fax Referral Form

If you are personally interested in scheduling an assessment to participate in the IOP treatment program for substance use, please call 865-622-7116 or complete the form below.