Flexible support designed for real life
Not everyone needs full-day treatment. Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) provides several hours of therapy per week, allowing you to maintain work, school, or family responsibilities while still engaging in focused recovery care. With expert clinicians and personalized support, IOP bridges the gap between structure and independence.
Recovery doesn’t have to put life on pause
Call (888) 482-0717 today to learn how IOP can fit into your treatment journey. We’ll help you verify insurance, explore your options, and create a plan that feels realistic for your next step.
What is an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)?
An Intensive Outpatient Program is a structured, part-time treatment option—typically 3–4 hours per day, 3–5 days per week. It includes therapy, group support, and relapse-prevention strategies, while giving you space to live at home and apply new skills in your daily routine.
Who IOP helps
- People transitioning down from PHP or residential care
- Individuals needing more than standard outpatient sessions
- Adults managing work, school, or caregiving while in recovery
- Those addressing co-occurring mental health needs in a flexible format
What a typical IOP week may include
- Group therapy sessions (skills, relapse prevention, process groups)
- Individual counseling for personal goals and challenges
- Family therapy and education sessions
- Relapse prevention and coping skills training
- Medication monitoring when needed
- Holistic approaches such as mindfulness, movement, or creative therapies
IOP vs. PHP vs. Outpatient—how to decide
- PHP: Higher intensity (5–6 hours/day) for individuals needing stabilization and daily medical oversight.
- IOP: Moderate intensity (3–4 hours/day) designed for step-down care or ongoing support while balancing real-world responsibilities.
- Outpatient therapy: Standard weekly sessions, ideal for those further along in recovery.
Other Programs at Purposes Tulua Health
Your recovery is supported by a full continuum of care:
Our medical detox services provide a safe, monitored environment for managing withdrawal and preparing for the next phase of treatment.
For those facing both substance use and mental health challenges, our integrated program addresses both simultaneously, building stability and resilience.
Types of Addictions We Treat
At Purposes, we offer compassionate, evidence-based treatment across a range of addictions:
- Alcohol Addiction
- Benzodiazepine Addiction
- Cocaine Addiction
- Heroin Addiction
- Opioid Addiction (including fentanyl and prescription painkillers)
- Prescription Drug Addiction (painkillers, sedatives, stimulants)
Every care plan includes medical oversight, therapeutic support, and aftercare planning tailored to your needs.
Addiction treatment inside IOP at Purposes Tulua Health
- Evidence-based individual and group therapy
- Medication management as clinically appropriate
- Relapse-prevention and coping skills training
- Family therapy and education
- Case management to support transitions back into work, school, or community life
- Step-down pathways to standard outpatient therapy and alumni support
Why IOP matters right now
In 2023, only 23.6% of people needing substance use treatment received it—IOP increases access for those who can’t pause their lives for full-time care.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. 2023 National Survey on Drug Use and Health: Annual National Report. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2024. https://www.samhsa.gov/data/sites/default/files/reports/rpt47095/National%20Report/National%20Report/2023-nsduh-annual-national.htm
More than 1 in 5 U.S. adults live with a mental illness in a given year, making integrated outpatient services critical.
National Institute of Mental Health. (n.d.). Mental Illness — Statistics. Retrieved from https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/mental-illness
CDC reports show that while overdose deaths declined in 2024, the rates remain dangerously high—treatment like IOP plays a vital role in prevention.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “CDC Reports Historic Decline in U.S. Drug Overdose Deaths.” Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 16 May 2025, https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2025/2025-cdc-reports-decline-in-us-drug-overdose-deaths.html
IOP near me in Venice, CA
Purposes Tulua Health
1746 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
Call: (888) 482-0717
Recovery is more than treatment hours. Between sessions, Venice offers simple ways to reconnect and recharge:
- Walk along the Venice Canals for quiet reflection
- Visit Abbot Kinney Boulevard for art and community spaces
- Take in the energy at Venice Beach and Boardwalk
- Breathe deep at Santa Monica’s parks and coastal trails
Admissions, insurance & scheduling
- Fast-track admissions and assessments
- Insurance verification and flexible payment planning
- Personalized treatment planning tailored to your goals
- Smooth transitions to outpatient therapy, support groups, and alumni services
Build Recovery Into Your Daily Life
Stay Connected, Supported, and Moving Forward
Our Intensive Outpatient Program in Venice is designed to fit into your real life—because recovery works best when it’s sustainable. Call (888) 482-0717 or stop by 1746 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291 to start your journey today.