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A PHP is a highly supportive outpatient program that can provide you with both the scheduling flexibility you need, and the caring, comprehensive support required to achieve sobriety. What Is a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)? A PHP is a highly supportive outpatient program that can provide you with both the scheduling flexibility you need, and […]

Outpatient Rehab Admissions Process The admissions process for an outpatient program is very similar to that of an inpatient program. At American Addiction Centers (AAC), the admissions process consists of four main steps. 1. Reach out to AAC. You call AAC at and speak with an admissions navigator. You share your story and include relevant […]

What is an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)? An intensive outpatient program is a structured form of outpatient treatment, which means patients live at home while attending treatment in settings such as community mental health centers, clinics, counselors’ offices, hospitals, and outpatient offices within residential programs.1 The American Society of Addiction Medicine has outlined the various […]

What is an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)? There is no one-size-fits-all treatment for substance use or addiction. Matching the , interventions, and services to an individual’s needs typically yields a better treatment outcome.1 An intensive outpatient program (IOP) provides structured care in an outpatient setting.2 For some, IOPs for substance use disorder may be their primary […]

What is an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)? Addiction treatment looks different for everyone, and what works for one person may not work for another.1 That’s why there are different to treat addiction, including IOPs. Individuals receiving treatment in an IOP may be at different places in their recovery journey. Some may be in an IOP […]

What Is an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)? Intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) in Nevada and elsewhere are a type of outpatient treatment for substance use disorders. With an IOP, patients attend treatment sessions at a care facility but then return to their own homes at night. IOPs provide a higher level of care than traditional outpatient […]

What Impacts the Length of Alcohol Rehab? Treatment for alcohol misuse and alcohol use disorders isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. Therefore, the length of time people spend in rehab also differs by individual. Factors that impact the length of treatment include: Severity of the disorder and the length of time the individual has been misusing alcohol. […]

What is Short-Term Rehab? While there is not a specific, pre-determined amount of time that constitutes short-term rehab, there are some basic outlines as to what “short-term” means in terms of treatment. Short-term rehab will usually be less than 30 days and will always be less than 90 days in a residential treatment facility.1 Within […]

The Importance of Aftercare Stopping your substance use and completing rehab is really only the first step of your journey. This is why developing an aftercare plan (a structured plan for continuing your recovery efforts) is an incredibly important step in preventing relapse. Many treatment professionals will talk about a “continuum of care,” which refers […]

As with any treatment for a medical or mental health issue, cost is a major concern for many people, if not the biggest concern. Before considering the cost of an IOP, remember that any fee for addiction treatment is only a general figure and the specific cost will be unique to the facility. The cost […]