At Longleaf Hospital, we provide an intensive outpatient program (IOP) tailored for individuals 18 years and older experiencing disruptions from mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Additionally, we offer help for those battling substance addictions including opioids, alcohol, and cocaine. This option works well for people needing a more structured therapy plan than traditional outpatient care, yet not requiring full-time inpatient support. In the IOP, attendees participate in sessions for about half the day during most of the week, which helps them continue their normal activities with less disruption. This format also supports practicing therapy skills in real-world situations and gaining insights from group and one-on-one discussions. While healing timelines differ, most individuals join our IOP in Alexandria, Louisiana, for roughly two to six weeks. We perform individual evaluations to determine the best point for progressing in their recovery journey.
Intensive Outpatient Services
At Longleaf Hospital, we deliver an intensive outpatient program (IOP) aimed at adults 18 and older dealing with interruptions from mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD. We extend support to those grappling with substance dependencies like opioids, alcohol, and cocaine. This approach is advantageous for individuals requiring a more regimented therapy schedule than typical outpatient services, but who do not need ongoing inpatient supervision. In the IOP, participants join activities for around half the day on most weekdays, allowing them to sustain their daily responsibilities with reduced interference. This structure enables them to implement therapy-acquired skills in actual scenarios and obtain feedback via group and personal counseling. Though recovery paces vary, the standard involvement in our IOP at our Alexandria, Louisiana, facility lasts about two to six weeks. We assess each person individually to pinpoint the ideal timing for the next phase of their healing process.
