What is IOP? IOP is structured outpatient care, roughly 3 hours a day, 3 to 5 days a week, with morning or evening tracks.
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IOP is structured outpatient care, roughly 3 hours a day, 3 to 5 days a week, with morning or evening tracks.
- Question: What is an intensive outpatient program (IOP)?
- Category: Treatment
- Phone: 469-747-1201
An intensive outpatient program (IOP) sits between weekly therapy and PHP. Sessions are typically 3 hours a day, 3–5 days a week, with morning or evening tracks that fit around work and school.
IOP is common as a step-down from PHP, or as a starting point when someone is stable enough for a lighter schedule but weekly therapy isn't enough.
At RD, IOP is one section of our outpatient rehab program — see /outpatient-rehab#iop for structure.
Related guides
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What is PHP?
PHP is the highest-intensity outpatient level of care — roughly 5 to 6 hours a day, 5 to 6 days a week.
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How long does IOP last?
Most IOP programs run 6 to 12 weeks. Length varies by need.
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PHP vs IOP: which is right for you?
PHP is more intensive (5–6 hours/day, 5–6 days/week). IOP is lighter (3 hours/day, 3–5 days/week).
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