Intensive Outpatient Treatment in Kansas
What is Intensive Outpatient Treatment (IOP)?
IOP is a structured outpatient treatment program that typically meets 3 to 4 days a week for a few hours at a time. It works as a bridge between inpatient care and traditional outpatient therapy. This intensive outpatient schedule allows patients to balance treatment with daily responsibilities such as work, school, and family life.
Intensive outpatient programs can help integrate and apply the skills learned in higher levels of care, such as residential treatment, in real-world settings. IOP typically includes a combination of individual therapy, group counseling, psychiatric care, case management, and educational sessions focused on coping skills, relapse prevention, and emotional regulation.
The goal of IOP is to support lasting recovery by addressing the root causes of addiction or mental health challenges while promoting healthy lifestyle changes.
Who Can Benefit from an IOP?
IOPs are ideal for individuals facing moderate to severe mental health or substance use challenges that interfere with daily functioning but do not require 24-hour inpatient care. Those who benefit most often include people recently discharged from inpatient or residential programs who need ongoing support to maintain progress and prevent relapse.
They also serve those who have struggled with traditional outpatient therapy and require a more structured, intensive level of care. IOP candidates typically have a stable living environment, the ability to attend regular sessions multiple times per week, and access to reliable transportation.
Personalized Care for Ongoing Support
Healing happens when care is personalized, respectful, and collaborative. Our intensive outpatient treatment program is flexible and responsive—built around your routines and scheduling needs.
Whether you’re stepping down from inpatient care or looking for more structure than typical outpatient therapy, our clinical team partners with you to create a plan that reflects your history, goals, and behavioral health needs.
We Work With Most Commercial Insurance Providers
We do not accept Medicare or Medicaid. Contact our admissions team to verify your benefits.
Recovery Support for All Types of Substance Use
Characterized by an inability to control or stop drinking alcohol despite negative social, occupational, or health consequences.
Involves the compulsive use of opioids such as prescription pain pills, fentanyl, or heroin, leading to physical dependence & cravings.
Benzodiazepines
A pattern of problematic benzodiazepine use (Xanax, Klonopin) causing dependence, withdrawal symptoms, and impaired functioning.
Stimulants
Compulsive use of stimulant drugs such as cocaine, methamphetamine, and prescription amphetamines can lead to psychosis, including delusions or hallucinations.
Marijuana
A problematic pattern of cannabis use causing significant impairment in social and occupational functioning.
Synthetic Drugs
Dependence on man-made substances that mimic the effects of natural drugs such as Spice, K2, or bath salts, often with unpredictable and harmful consequences.
Anabolic Steroid Abuse
Non-medical use of synthetic hormones to enhance muscle growth, often leading to physical and psychological harm.
Hallucinogens
Recurrent use of LSD, magic mushrooms, or MDMA that causes altered perceptions and hallucinations.
Inhalants
Misuse of volatile substances (e.g., paint or other household chemicals) that produce mind-altering effects, often leading to serious health risks and addiction.
Co-Occurring Mental Health Challenges
Presence of substance use disorders and mental health issues such as trauma, depression, and anxiety, requiring integrated treatment approaches to address both for effective recovery.
Tailored Intensive Outpatient Support for Lasting Change
IOP offers a structured, comprehensive treatment while allowing you the freedom to maintain your daily responsibilities. With a focus on skill-building, relapse prevention, and emotional support, IOP provides a combination of group therapy, individual counseling, and integrated wellness.
Personalized Treatment Plans
Each client receives an individualized plan designed to meet their unique needs, goals, and life circumstances. We combine clinical insight with lived experience to create a roadmap for lasting wellness.
Flexible Scheduling
Designed to fit the diverse demands of your life. Whether you are a parent managing family responsibilities or a working professional balancing a busy career, we offer morning and evening sessions to accommodate your daily routine.
Evidence-Based Therapies
Our outpatient addiction treatment integrates proven therapeutic approaches such as CBT and DBT to address addiction, mental health, and trauma at the root. Modalities are selected based on what works best for each person’s recovery journey.
Integrated Wellness Services
Nutrition, mindfulness practices, and fitness activities work in harmony with clinical care to strengthen overall well-being. Yoga improves the mind-body connection, cold plunge therapy reduces inflammation, and saunas & steam rooms can help with cravings and detox.
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
For those struggling with cravings or withdrawal, MAT provides a safe and medically supervised foundation for stabilization. Our team uses FDA-approved medications alongside therapy to support both physical comfort and emotional readiness for recovery.
Case Management
Our case management team provides personalized support by coordinating care, accessing resources, and addressing individual needs. In IOP, we help clients connect with employment, education, housing, and healthcare services to build a stable foundation for recovery.
Peer-Led Recovery and Mutual Support Groups
Peer-led recovery, guided by certified peer specialists, offers emotional support and shared experience that reduces relapse rates. Mutual support groups like AA and NA provide essential peer connection and accountability, strengthening long-term recovery outcomes.
Active Alumni Network
Our active alumni network offers ongoing community and support for graduates of Avalon Wellness and Recovery by maintaining relationships and hosting events. This encourages continuous growth and resilience beyond formal treatment.
Benefits of IOP at Avalon Wellness & Recovery
Individualized Treatment Plans Tailored to Your Unique Needs & Goals
Evidence-Based Therapies including CBT, DBT, & Accelerated Resolution
Peer Led Recovery Groups (AA, NA, SMART Recovery) to Foster Community Support
Self-Esteem & Identity Work Helping You Explore Personal Strengths, Goals, & Values
Creative Expression Through Art Therapy, Music Therapy, and Journaling
Workshops on Stress Relief, Emotional Regulation, Time Management, Relationships & Boundaries
Community Events, Mentorship Opportunities, & Active Alumni Network
Commonly Asked Questions About Intensive Outpatient Program
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we work with most major commercial insurance providers. However, we cannot accept Medicare, Medicaid, or Oscar Health. Please contact our admissions team to learn more about your insurance benefits and payment options today.
How long is your intensive outpatient treatment program (IOP)?
Our IOP typically lasts 8 to 12 weeks, depending on individual treatment needs and progress. We tailor the program length to support lasting recovery and personal goals.
What is intensive outpatient (IOP)?
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is a structured therapy program designed for individuals who need comprehensive addiction or mental health treatment but do not require 24-hour inpatient care. It includes individual and group counseling, case management, and support services while allowing patients to maintain daily responsibilities.
Do I have access to wellness services in IOP?
Yes, we integrate wellness services such as yoga, cold plunge, sauna, steam room, and recreational activities like disc golf into your IOP plan to support holistic healing.
Do I have to attend residential treatment before enrolling in an intensive outpatient program?
No, residential treatment is not required before joining our IOP. Many clients enter IOP directly based on their needs and circumstances, with plans designed to evolve as their needs change.
What role does family involvement play in the recovery process?
Family involvement is a vital part of recovery. Our family classes help loved ones understand addiction, the recovery process, improve communication, and build a supportive environment for healing. We provide education and resources to empower families to be active participants in their journey toward lasting wellness.
IOP Treatment for Substance Use Disorder in Kansas
Find personalized care and flexible support through IOP at Avalon Wellness & Recovery. Contact our admissions team to get connected and take the next step toward long-term recovery.
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Chantiel Hevel
I can’t say enough about how nice this facility is and how amazing the staff is. As a family member of a recovering addict it truly brings relief to my heart knowing the workers at Avalon genuinely want to help and bring recovery for the people we love. The love and support without judgement is healing and I cannot recommend them enough! Truly, so grateful for them.
Donald Rayton iii jr
Avalon saved my life!
I was in a pit of misery and despair. My twenty plus years of addiction to meth, and my frequent visits to prison took so much time from my family that I felt like a outcast. In my darkest times I had lost the will to live.
Avalon met my wife and I where we were. Meaning in our addiction. They treated us with kindness and absolute understanding, because many of the staff have been down the same paths. There’s nothing like a bunch of complete strangers treating you like they’ve known you for years. Not passing judgement, or acting like they’re above you.
Their approach to addiction counseling is so easy going and understandable that it’s a wonder they ever have open beds. This place is beautiful. The staff is amazing! The CEO makes himself available to clients for small talk and wisdom. The Director is a Wizard! From the Nursing Staff to the Clinical Staff everyone comes to work smiling. You can clearly tell everyone in the building has your best interest at heart.
Today my wife and I are doing amazing. Avalon has armed us with tools to battle our addiction. The work is a constant grind. But it is worth every minute. I’m now available for my family in a way I have never been.
There is no way to measure the gratitude I have for the people at 801 Iowa St. These people are my family now. They are genuine and intentional in all they do. Lawrence, Kansas is lucky to have this place in the community. For it not for them I would still be either in jail, prison, or worse DEAD.
Thank you Avalon! For helping me to take back my life.
God Bless
Jeremy
If it was possible to leave more i would they make you feel like family maybe better. Everything about this place is custom fit. Everything they did was above and beyond what they had to. Best decision i have made so far.
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Sandi Brooks
I have never stepped foot in a more beautiful place to recover. Not only that, but I have never been apart of such an amazing, supportive team of people that all have the same vision of helping the next addict/alcoholic find their way to their own recovery journey. This place has by far exceeded any expectations that I had. I only wish that I would have had a chance to start my own recovery journey off here over 13 years ago. Top Notch!!
Robert Woody
Amazing leadership and a client centered mentality. They use Evidence based recovery techniques combined with 12 step programs. Brand new facility just opened a bit over a month ago. Has a gym, sauna, client recreation with old style stand up arcade games, air hockey, and TV. I wish this facility had been available when I started my recovery. Full inpatient treatment with medically assisted detox! They are even working on opening up the pool! This place is great!!
Andrew Richards
If anyone, and i mean ANYONE is seeking help with addiction, i highly, HIGHLY recommend Avalon. I started their program on June 27th, and im about to celebrate 30 days of recovery on the 19th, and i graduate on the 25th. My life is 100x better than it has been in the last 5 years, and its all thanks to Avalon!!
Crystal Lynn
So being the only place in Kansas or around here that accepts couples Avalon has been nothing but welcoming and helpful throughout my whole recovery process I have enjoyed my stay here I’ve enjoyed the people I’ve encountered here I’ve just enjoyed the whole process and they have a pool and a sauna like who does that Avalon
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