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Intensive Outpatient ProgramLong Island, NY
What Is an IOP Program?
An IOP program, short for Intensive Outpatient Program, is a structured level of outpatient behavioral health services. At Integrity, clients in IOP attend at least 9 hours of therapy a week and live at home. Each group is 3 hours. We schedule up to 16 IOP groups a week across morning, afternoon, and evening tracks. Those groups are options. A plan does not have to use every one. Our IOP on Long Island combines individual therapy and group therapy to address substance abuse, substance use disorders, and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Each IOP class is a 3-hour group led by a licensed clinician (LMSW, LCSW, or LMHC). The group focuses on a recovery skill: relapse prevention, CBT, DBT, or co-occurring symptom management. The clinical minimum is 9 hours a week, which is three of those groups. Some plans use more of the 16 weekly group options. Treatment also includes regular sessions with licensed social workers and addiction counselors, educational workshops, and skill-building groups. Morning, afternoon, and evening tracks leave room for work, school, and family.
“IOP provides structure between residential care and independent recovery. You can rebuild daily life while receiving regular support.”
Outpatient rehab includes multiple levels of care. IOP is a step-down from partial hospitalization program (PHP) or inpatient treatment, offering continued support as you transition to standard outpatient care. Many clients pair IOP with structured sober living on Long Island for housing stability during treatment.
Outpatient Programs on Long Island
Outpatient programs on Long Island at Integrity start with IOP as our most structured option: at least 9 hours a week, in 3-hour groups, with morning, afternoon, and evening tracks in Baldwin. If you need drug-specific care, see our outpatient drug rehab program; for alcohol-focused care, see outpatient alcohol rehab. Prefer telehealth? Virtual outpatient rehab covers individual sessions from home. Virtual IOP is in-person 3-hour groups plus virtual one-on-one therapy.
All outpatient programs share the same OASAS-licensed clinical team, insurance verification, and path to step down when you are ready. Admissions can help you compare IOP, standard outpatient, and virtual options in one call.
Outside Long Island (including Highland NY and Kingston NY), we do not have a local clinic, but New York residents can start with virtual outpatient rehab from home. See that page for Hudson Valley telehealth details.
Who IOP Is For
IOP is ideal for people who can't commit to 28-day residential programs but need more than weekly therapy. It's also the right step for those graduating from PHP, detox, or inpatient rehab who need continued structure. Standard outpatient alone may not be intensive enough to sustain early sobriety.
- Stepping down from partial hospitalization (PHP), detox, or residential treatment
- Working professionals and students who need evening flexibility
- Parents who must be present for their children
- Those with co-occurring mental health conditions needing dual diagnosis care
- Anyone seeking evidence-based outpatient behavioral health services
Therapies & Clinical Services
Our IOP combines proven therapies with clinical support including medication management, case coordination, and family counseling. Treatment plans are individualized by licensed social workers and addiction counselors to address both substance abuse and co-occurring mental health conditions.
- Group therapy focused on recovery skills & peer support
- Individual therapy with licensed addiction professionals
- Dual diagnosis treatment for co-occurring mental health disorders
- Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) including Suboxone, Sublocade & Vivitrol
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) & dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
- Relapse prevention education & skill-building workshops
- Family counseling & case management coordination
IOP vs Standard Outpatient
Both IOP and standard outpatient treatment are forms of outpatient behavioral health services. The primary difference is intensity: IOP is at least 9 hours a week in 3-hour groups, with up to 16 groups a week on the schedule as options, while standard outpatient treatment involves fewer hours (typically 1-8 hours). IOP is often recommended after completing a partial hospitalization program or as a step-up for those whose substance abuse requires more intensive care than weekly therapy.
Coming from a PHP? Finished PHP? Need Housing?
A Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) is a step above IOP, typically 5 days a week, 5–6 hours a day. We don’t operate a PHP at our Long Island office. If you’re coming from a PHP (or finishing one soon), our IOP is built for that step-down: same clinical team intensity, morning, afternoon, and evening tracks, and room to keep work or family routines.
Finished PHP or inpatient and ready for the next level? Start the IOP intake. We accept step-downs from PHP and residential programs.
Need housing while you do IOP? Affiliated sober living on Long Island can add structure between sessions.
Insurance Coverage
Most insurance plans cover IOP as part of outpatient addiction treatment. Our admissions team can verify your benefits in minutes.
Your Rights Under Parity Laws
Federal (MHPAEA) and NY state regulations ensure mental health and substance use disorder treatments are covered equally to physical health conditions. No more restrictive limits on visits or costs for addiction care.
For in-network providers, prior authorization is typically not required for outpatient addiction treatment, so you can start care without delays.
Flexible Scheduling
Each IOP group is 3 hours. Morning IOP runs 10:00am to 1:00pm, Monday through Saturday. Afternoon IOP is Monday-Friday from 2:30pm to 5:30pm. Evening IOP runs from 5:30pm to 8:30pm, Monday through Friday. Saturday IOP is the Saturday morning block, 10:00am to 1:00pm. Clients attend at least 9 hours a week. The 16 weekly groups are schedule options across those tracks, not a requirement to attend every one. Individual therapy with social workers sits alongside the groups, so you can address substance abuse and still keep work, school, or family.
Getting Here
Integrity Treatment Partners
2250 Grand Ave, Baldwin, NY 11510
Corner of Sunrise Hwy • Directly across from Baldwin LIRR Station
Get DirectionsBaldwin LIRR Station
Directly across the street
Bus Stop
Baldwin Grand Ave stop right outside our door
Free Parking
On-site parking with easy access from Sunrise Hwy
Medicaid Medical Cabs
Free transportation—we coordinate setup for Medicaid clients
What to Expect
Benefits of IOP
Intensive support without disrupting daily life
Build skills in real-world settings
Peer connection reduces isolation
Evidence-based therapies (CBT, DBT, etc.)
IOP Schedule
Schedule subject to change
Sober Living Homes
Many of our IOP clients benefit from structured sober living during treatment. Our men's sober homes in Nassau County provide a supportive environment for lasting recovery.
- Structured, substance-free environment
- Peer support & accountability
- Close coordination with IOP treatment
- Private & semi-private rooms available
Ready to Start?
Our admissions team can answer your questions and get you started today.
(516) 200-1669Contact Us
Start Treatment
Call our admissions team to ask about IOP or schedule an intake assessment.
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Serving Nassau, Queens, Suffolk, and Westchester Counties
Integrity Treatment Partners provides outpatient addiction treatment and mental health services to residents across Nassau County, Queens County, Suffolk County, and Westchester County. The town pages below focus on the nearby Nassau County communities closest to our Baldwin location:
For county-level coverage and current virtual-service availability, view Integrity Locations.