Levels of Care · OP
Outpatient Program
Ongoing, lower-intensity therapy and check-ins that support long-term recovery maintenance after a higher level of care, or for people who need less-frequent clinical support.
[photo: Outpatient Program, clients or facility]
At a glance
Time Commitment
1–2 sessions/week
Typical Length
Ongoing, reviewed monthly
Setting
On-site or telehealth sessions
Who It's For
Is OP right for you or your loved one?
- Clients completing IOP who want continued accountability
- Alumni maintaining long-term recovery
- People whose needs are well-managed with periodic individual or group support
A Typical Day
Daily structure
| Scheduled visit | Individual therapy session (50 minutes) |
| Scheduled visit | Optional weekly alumni or support group |
| As needed | Psychiatric medication management follow-up |
Sample schedule for illustration. Actual daily schedules vary by client treatment plan and program census.
Clinical Approach
What treatment includes
- Individual therapy
- Optional weekly alumni/support group
- Medication management follow-up
- Referrals to community-based recovery resources (12-step, SMART Recovery, etc.)
[photo: therapy session, OP]
Admission
Admission criteria
- Stable in recovery, seeking maintenance-level support
- Completed a higher level of care, or assessed as appropriate for OP as an entry point
Where this fits: Final, ongoing step in the continuum of care, many alumni stay connected here long-term.
Continuum of Care
Other levels of care
Ready to explore OP?
Our admissions team will confirm whether this is the right starting point for you or your loved one during a brief clinical assessment.