Building Independence in Recovery
The Blanchard Institute’s Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is designed to support individuals who are ready to take the next step in their recovery journey. Balancing rigorous treatment with the flexibility to engage in daily life, our IOP offers a structured path to independence while reinforcing the coping strategies and support systems essential for long-term wellness.
I cannot say enough good things about Ward Blanchard and The Blanchard Institute. Ward was an answer to prayer during a very tumultuous time in our family. I found him to be a man of his word and wise beyond his years. So very thankful for his expert guidance and direction. Everyone that I had contact with on his staff were well trained, as well as very personable and caring. Highly recommend their Family System Workshop weekends. They provide an abundance of information about the disease of addiction and how it affects the entire family system. You come away feeling validated and with much needed tools to help navigate the journey of recovery.
Kay
Why Our IOP Stands Out
Our IOP bridges the gap between partial hospitalization and full independence. It’s ideal for those transitioning from higher levels of care or needing a flexible option to accommodate daily responsibilities. Here’s why our program is uniquely suited to support lasting recovery:
Flexible Scheduling: Tailored to fit into your life, our program allows for the continuation of work, school, or family commitments alongside treatment.
Comprehensive Care: Emphasizing a dual diagnosis approach, we address both substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders, ensuring a holistic path to healing.
Community and Connection: The core of our IOP is the strength found in community. Through group therapy and support networks, clients build relationships that foster growth and accountability.
A Closer Look at Our Program
Participants in our IOP engage in a meticulously structured regimen that includes:
Therapy Sessions: Clients receive weekly access to individual therapy, group sessions, and family counseling. These services incorporate evidence-based practices such as DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy).
Holistic and Creative Therapies: Therapeutic Creative Art and Recovery Yoga activities help strengthen both physical health and emotional well-being. These activities support key aspects of a balanced and sustainable recovery
Skill Development: We focus on life skills training, nutrition education, and relapse prevention to prepare clients for long-term success. These tools empower individuals to build a self-directed, sober life.
Ongoing Support: Clients participate in weekly support groups and receive case management in addition to structured sessions. This ongoing support ensures care adapts to their evolving needs throughout recovery.
Our IOP is suited for individuals who:
- Require a structured treatment program but must also attend to daily responsibilities.
- Seek to strengthen their recovery foundation with a focus on independence and self-management.
- Desire the support of a therapeutic community while transitioning to routine life outside of treatment.
- Begin Your Path to Independence
The Blanchard Institute’s IOP provides flexible, supportive, and comprehensive care to help individuals navigate recovery while managing daily life. If you or a loved one need an intensive, community-focused outpatient program in Charlotte or Lake Norman, our IOP delivers the tools, guidance, and connection needed to support your journey toward lasting recovery.
Intensive Outpatient Programs FAQ’s
Intensive Outpatient Programs are for those looking for a way to continue supporting your family while also getting treatment for substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Both PHP and IOP are structured outpatient treatment programs designed to treat individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders. However, Partial Hospitalization is best suited for individuals who are still managing withdrawal symptoms during early recovery, requiring daily monitored treatment totaling 20+ hours each week for 2-4 weeks. Intensive Outpatient Programs typically follow inpatient or PHP treatment, when symptoms are manageable but continued structure and support are necessary or desired. IOP only requires 6-9 hours of treatment each week for roughly 10 weeks.
Most insurance plans cover outpatient treatment under new and updated healthcare rules; however, each plan and provider differ in their coverage. You can find your plan’s coverage in the Verification of Benefits (VOB), or complete our Health Insurance Verification Form online.