Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for Teens and Young Adults
Teens and young adults today are more anxious and depressed than ever before, though they are facing challenges unique to their stage in life. If you’re a parent with a struggling teen or you’re a young adult who is feeling lonely or isolated, outpatient treatment at Newport can help.
What Is an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)?
Newport offers IOP for teens ages 12–18 at Newport Academy, and young adults ages 18–35 at Newport Institute. We treat young people who are struggling with mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, or substance use disorder.
Our structured, part-time program offers the flexibility for maintaining day-time responsibilities and commitments such as school or work.
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About Our Intensive Outpatient Program Treatment
Age Range
Children (7–11)
Teens (12–18)
Young Adults (18–35)
What We Treat
Mental health conditions and
co-occurring disorders
Our Locations
Outpatient programs in locations across the country
Who Can Benefit from an IOP?
Intensive Outpatient Programs provide comprehensive care with a flexible schedule, making them ideal for teens or young adults who require more support than traditional outpatient therapy, but don’t need 24/7 care found in residential treatment.
IOP is especially beneficial for teens or young adults who:
- Are experiencing moderate to severe mental health symptoms that disrupt daily life
- Want a structured treatment plan while continuing to manage work, school, or other commitments
- Have completed a higher level of care, such as residential or Partial Hospitalization Program treatment
Overall, IOP is an ideal option for those seeking effective mental health support that can fit into their everyday lives. To help determine if IOP is the right fit for you or your child, give us a call or consult with a local mental health professional.
What to Expect During Intensive Outpatient Therapy
Our IOP for teens and IOP for young adults offer programming 3–5 days a week, typically from 3:00–6:00 pm (hours may vary by location). The program includes weekly individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, and life skills programming.
Our programming features:
- Clinical therapy utilizing a variety of modalities
- Family therapy
- Psychiatric services as needed
- Caring peer community
- Support for the whole family
What We Treat
We are dedicated to helping teens and young adults heal and thrive, by providing comprehensive treatment programs that emphasize connection, inspiration, and support systems. We specialize in treating the following mental health disorders:
Depression
The extreme sadness and despair that accompanies depression threatens a young person’s safety and well-being as well as their daily functioning. The emotional pain can lead to substance use, self-harm, eating disorders, and thoughts of suicide. Our treatment program helps uncover the root cause of the depression in order to sustain long-term healing.
Anxiety
Living with anxiety can hold you back from being the person you’re meant to be. It can impact every aspect of your life, from your capacity to handle school, work, and relationships. But it doesn’t have to. Anxiety is highly treatable with the right care.
PTSD/Trauma
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a serious psychological disorder that develops in some people who have been through or witnessed a traumatic event, such as a serious car accident, natural disaster, or physical or sexual abuse. Treatment helps alleviate the distressing symptoms, such as flashbacks, nightmares, anxiety, and emotional numbness. Improving overall quality of life.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is characterized by unwanted thoughts and fears that drive a person to do compulsive acts in order to ease the stress. Our OCD-specific treatment program helps young people manage OCD symptoms reclaim their lives.
Eating Disorders
Eating disorders affect a young person’s physical and mental health. Symptoms such as extreme weight loss, changes in appearance, and physical exhaustion are dangerous and need immediate treatment. We treat primary mental health and secondary eating disorders in teens and young adults.
Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is a condition characterized by severe mood swings that fluctuate between extreme highs, known as mania, to extreme lows, or depression. While the disorder is a lifelong condition, treatment can help people manage symptoms.
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is characterized by intense emotional instability, impulsive behaviors, and difficulties in interpersonal relationships. Treatment, including dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), can help individuals develop coping strategies and emotional regulation skills.
Substance Use Disorder
Substance use disorder in teens and young adults negatively affects every area of their life. Over time, recreational substance use can lead to severe addictions that threaten young people’s mental and physical health, relationships, and finances. With treatment, young people can achieve long-term recovery and build a brighter future.
Alcohol Use Disorder
Social drinking and partying can lead to severe alcohol addiction, which can threaten every area of a teen or young adult’s life. Our treatment program addresses the root cause, helping young people process past trauma, build resilience and self-worth, and develop healthy coping skills.
Psychosis
People with psychosis have a disconnection from reality, which can manifest as hallucinations and delusions. Individuals may have difficulty distinguishing between what is real and what is not, leading to significant distress and impairment in daily functioning. Comprehensive treatment can support recovery and improve overall well-being.
What Our Clients Experience in IOP Treatment
Newport’s IOP offers numerous advantages for teens, young adults, and their families. Here are some key benefits:
Personalized Treatment Plans
Each teen or young adult receives a customized treatment plan designed to meet their specific needs and treatment goals. Our comprehensive approach integrates medical and psychiatric care, clinical therapy, and family support.
Flexibility
IOP is less intensive than residential programs, allowing clients to keep up with work, school, or family commitments while receiving the care they need.
Evidence-Based Therapies
Our skilled clinicians utilize various evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). These approaches help uncover and address underlying issues that contribute to mental health challenges.
Access to Professional Support
Participants in our IOP have access to a multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals— psychiatrists, therapists, counselors, and more—who work collaboratively to provide comprehensive, personalized care.
Family Involvement
Family therapy sessions are an integral part of our program, using Attachment-Based Family Therapy to improve communication and repair relationships. This support helps teens feel more comfortable going to their parents with challenges after treatment. Young adults can opt for family therapy to strengthen relationships with their parents.
Supportive Community
IOP provides a nurturing environment where young people can with peers facing similar challenges. This sense of community can be invaluable during the recovery process.
Aftercare Planning
We prioritize aftercare planning to ensure a smooth transition back to regular outpatient therapy or other support services, maintaining continuity of care and ongoing support after completing the program.
Alumni Program
Our Alumni Program fosters a sense of belonging and community, connecting clients and families online and in person long after treatment ends. Research shows that this connection is vital for maintaining recovery.
Signs You or a Loved One May Need Outpatient Treatment
Recognizing when you or someone you care about may benefit from IOP is important for early intervention, which can lead to better outcomes.
IOP might be a good fit if you or a loved one are experiencing:
- Persistent feelings of sadness, anxiety, or irritability that disrupt daily life
- Significant changes in sleep patterns or appetite
- Withdrawal from friends and family, or loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed
- Engaging in risky behaviors, such as substance use or self-harm
- Declining performance at work or school, or a lack of motivation
- Difficulty managing daily tasks, such as work responsibilities or personal care
- Increased tension or conflict with your family
Explore Teen and Young Adult IOP Treatment at Newport
Newport’s Intensive Outpatient Programs offers a valuable treatment option for teens or young adults facing mental health or co-occurring disorders. With structured, flexible, and comprehensive care, IOP can help them develop the skills and support necessary for lasting recovery and improved well-being.
Virtual IOP
In addition to in-person treatment, Newport provides virtual programming for teens and young adults in California, North and South Carolina, Maryland, and Wisconsin. These online options allows young people to access high-quality care from the comfort of home, even if they’re not near a treatment center.
Healing is closer than you think
Our Nationwide Locations
Newport Healthcare offers teen IOP options across the country and young adult IOP locations in Connecticut and Minnesota, with more programs planned.
High-Quality, Affordable Care Covered by Insurance
Newport works with many major insurance providers, both in and out of network, to make quality care more accessible and affordable for individuals and families. At Newport, 99 percent of our families use insurance to cover the cost of care, and we’re dedicated to helping families get the most out of their coverage.
Hear from Newport clients about their experience.
Our Google Reviews
Wyatt
During my stay, I think my favorite thing about the program was the staff you could really tell they care about their job and what they do. There were also resourceful groups all day stuff that really helped and kept me busy. My favorite group was the MMA group with James I also really enjoyed…
Vincenza
I researched Newport Academy on line and was impressed with the different services and therapy offered. The reviews that I read of youg people and how Newport Academy has helped change their life. My son and I did a tour, and met the staff. We both had seperate interviews as to what we were looking…
Tylan
First time being at Mental health residential inpatient and the group therapy’s, and single therapy were the best things ever. I wish I could have stayed a little longer but sadly I couldn’t because of my insurance. But overall yeah it was very helpful and very nice people. They even have family therapy for family…
Tiffani
My time at Newport had its challenges, but overall it was a valuable and healing experience. The staff were dedicated and truly cared about helping each person. Shout out to Bri who leads a fabulous team of care coordinators: Paras, Haley, Nohely, Gaby, Liz, Ariel, Daniela, Alondra, and Sumayyah, along with my clinical team Heather…
Tara
This facility has a system that works. My family has learned so much and continues to grow with the skills and tools learned from Newport Academy. My child would have been lost without them. The staff is very good. Aftercare is important and Newport also offers that.
Sydney
After I came home I feel much better like a new side of me was opened and I’m soo grateful
View Our Outcomes
Visit our interactive page to see how our comprehensive treatment model creates transformative, lasting results for adolescents and young adults in both residential and outpatient care.
Frequently Asked Questions
The three types are outpatient services (such as weekly clinic visits), Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). PHP is the highest level of outpatient treatment, with full-day mental health programming, while the IOP level of care offers partial-day programming 3–5 days per week. Traditional outpatient is the lowest level of care, with clinic visits scheduled based on the client’s needs.
Yes, many insurance policies cover mental health treatment. Newport works with major insurance companies to help families access high-quality care at the lowest out-of-pocket cost. Contact our admissions team to discuss your insurance and payment options.
IOP treatment typically includes weekly individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, and psychiatric services as needed. Some IOP schedules also offer experiential therapeutic programming, such as art, music, or outdoor Adventure Therapy activities.
