Intensive outpatient treatment, also known as "IOP", is a form of rehabilitation for an addiction problem that is significantly more comprehensive and involved than a regular outpatient program. Intensive outpatient treatment is a vital aspect of recovery for clients in Nome who have just finished residential or inpatient rehab, and still need moderate support and intervention while they progress to a clean and sober and productive way of living. IOP's consist of treatment which occurs more often than normal outpatient, where clients will take part in the treatment usually once or twice a week unless otherwise adjudicated.
Intensive outpatient treatment typically consists of group and sometimes individualized counseling meetings to continue to help address the person's addiction. Individual sessions may take place at least once a week, and group sessions can provide the peer support that is essential for long term recovery. In intensive outpatient treatment, focus is placed on building relapse prevention abilities, managing every day stresses and triggers, and how to manage any lingering withdrawal symptoms and cravings. Some intensive outpatient rehab programs include family and couples/marriage counseling into the treatment process, which may be vital for people who must rebuild their lives with their families and loved ones.