Intensive outpatient treatment, or "IOP", is a form of rehabilitation for an addiction problem that is substantially more comprehensive and involved than a standard outpatient program. Intensive outpatient treatment is a vital aspect of recovery for recovering individuals in Nunn who have just finished inpatient or residential rehab, and still want adequate support and encouragement while they transition to a sober and wholesome way of living. IOP's consist of treatment which occurs more frequently than standard outpatient, where the person will participate in the treatment usually once or twice a week unless otherwise determined.
Intensive outpatient treatment typically consists of individual and group counseling and therapy sessions to continue to help address the person's addiction. Individual sessions will occur at least once a week, and group sessions will add the peer support that is often crucial for long term sobriety. While in intensive outpatient treatment, focus is placed on improving relapse prevention skills, managing every day stresses and triggers, and how to manage any lingering withdrawal symptoms and cravings. Some intensive outpatient rehab centers involve family and couples/marriage counseling into the treatment process, which may be vital for clients who need to rebuild their relationships with their families and loved ones.