Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) in New Brunswick & Mt. Holly NJ

Four people sit in a group, talking and listening. Two sit on chairs and two on a red couch, with speech bubbles above their heads, suggesting discussion or a support group meeting. A plant is in the background.A stabilizing step-up from weekly therapy and a step-down from hospital or partial hospitalization, our IOP delivers structured, skills-based care while you keep living at home, working, or going to school. We use a trauma-informed, judgment-free, and culturally responsive approach so you feel safe, respected, and in control of your care.

What is IOP? (ASAM Level 2.1)

IOP is a non-residential, structured program that typically provides 9–19 hours of therapeutic services per week for adults. It sits between standard outpatient therapy and partial hospitalization/inpatient care. Services commonly include group and individual therapy, psychoeducation, medication management, and care coordination.

Who IOP is for

IOP may be a good fit if you:

Need more support than once-weekly therapy but do not require 24-hour care.

Are stepping down from inpatient or partial hospitalization—or stepping up because weekly therapy hasn’t been enough.

Want a skills-focused program (CBT/DBT-informed) to manage anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, bipolar disorder, OCD, and related challenges.

If you’re in immediate crisis or thinking about suicide, call/text 988 or go to the nearest emergency room.

What to Expect

Schedule & structure

Typically 3–5 days/week, 3–4 hours/day (exact schedule varies by track and location) to meet ASAM Level 2.1 weekly hours. Day options are available; telehealth is offered for eligible services.

Therapeutic approach

Evidence-based group therapy, individual sessions, and psychoeducation using CBT/DBT-informed skills (emotion regulation, distress tolerance, cognitive restructuring, relapse/crisis-recurrence prevention), plus wellness and recovery planning.

Care team

Licensed therapists, psychiatric providers for medication management when appropriate, and care managers who coordinate with your existing providers.

Step-up/step-down

We collaborate with hospitals, PHPs, and outpatient clinicians to ensure safe transitions.

Benefits of IOP (What the Research Shows)

Symptom improvement & functioning

Studies report meaningful reductions in depression/anxiety and improved functioning in IOP participants.

Strong engagement

Programs frequently demonstrate high retention and good completion rates.

Right-sized intensity

ASAM Level 2.1 provides more structure than weekly therapy without the disruption of inpatient care.

How IOP Helps you Get Better (Skills we Build Together)

Calm your body & mind

Grounding, breathing, and mindfulness skills to reduce anxiety and reactivity.

Think more flexibly

CBT tools to spot and shift unhelpful thought patterns.

Regulate emotions

DBT-style emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills.

Strengthen relationships

Communication and boundary-setting skills; optional family sessions.

Stay safe & steady

Personalized safety and wellness plans, medication support when appropriate, and relapse/crisis-recurrence prevention.

Return to routine

Coaching on sleep, nutrition, movement, and gradual re-engagement with work/school.

How We Align with ASAM Level 2.1

  • Intensity: Average 9–19 hours/week of skilled services for adults.
  • Modalities: Group-based services supplemented by individual/family sessions and psychoeducation.
  • Placement & transitions: Appropriate as step-up or step-down care based on a multidimensional assessment (risk, needs, supports, etc.).

Getting Started (Simple & Fast)

  • Intake & assessment: We learn your goals, history, strengths, and supports to co-create your plan.
  • Orientation & start: We place you in the right track (day/evening; in-person or telehealth) and introduce your care team and group.
  • Insurance & payment: Most commercial plans, Medicare, and Medicaid plans cover IOP when medically necessary. We’ll verify your benefits and discuss any costs before you start. (Coverage details vary by plan)
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Locations & Access

New Brunswick

  • 320 Suydam Street
    New Brunswick, New Jersey 08901

Burlington/Mt. Holly

  • 605 High Street Mount
    Holly, New Jersey 08060

In-person and HIPAA-compliant telehealth options available (eligibility varies by service).

FAQs

Most people participate 4–8 weeks, adjusting based on progress, goals, and ASAM-guided reassessment.