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Standard Outpatient Rehab
Long Island & Nassau County
A step-down level of outpatient addiction treatment. Standard outpatient rehab provides ongoing support with fewer weekly sessions, supporting long-term recovery while maintaining flexibility for work, school, and family responsibilities.
What Is Standard Outpatient Treatment?
Standard outpatient treatment is a step-down level within outpatient rehab that includes fewer weekly sessions than Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). It remains part of outpatient rehab and supports ongoing recovery with greater flexibility. Standard outpatient treatment typically involves 1-8 hours of therapy per week, often including weekly individual and group sessions.
This level of care is designed for individuals who have achieved some stability in their recovery and can benefit from ongoing support without the intensive structure of IOP. Standard outpatient treatment allows clients to continue practicing recovery skills in real-world settings while receiving regular therapeutic support. It provides a balance between maintaining accountability and allowing individuals to fully integrate recovery into their daily lives.
How It Differs From IOP
| Aspect | IOP | Standard Outpatient |
|---|---|---|
| Hours Per Week | 9-15+ hours | 1-8 hours |
| Sessions Per Week | 3-6 days | 2-6 days |
| Structure Level | High structure | Moderate structure |
| Best For | Higher clinical need, step-down from inpatient | Maintenance phase, post-IOP, ongoing support |
Both IOP and standard outpatient treatment are forms of outpatient rehab. The primary difference is intensity: IOP provides more structured support with multiple sessions per week, while standard outpatient treatment is a step-down level with fewer weekly hours. IOP is typically recommended for individuals who need increased accountability and structure, while standard outpatient treatment is appropriate for those who have achieved stability and can benefit from ongoing support with greater flexibility.
Who Standard Outpatient Is For
- Individuals who have completed IOP and are ready for step-down care
- People who have achieved stability in their recovery
- Those seeking maintenance-level support for long-term recovery
- Individuals who need ongoing accountability but less intensive structure
- People transitioning from more intensive levels of care
- Those who can maintain recovery with weekly or bi-weekly sessions
Standard outpatient treatment is appropriate for individuals who have progressed in their recovery and can benefit from ongoing support with fewer weekly sessions. This level of care is commonly used as a step-down from IOP when fewer weekly therapy hours are clinically appropriate. It supports long-term recovery by providing consistent therapeutic support while allowing individuals to fully integrate recovery skills into their daily lives.
Therapies Included
- Individual therapy sessions with licensed clinicians
- Group counseling focused on recovery maintenance
- Relapse prevention planning and support
- Ongoing recovery skill development
- Support for co-occurring mental health conditions when present
- Case management and care coordination
Standard outpatient treatment includes individual therapy, group counseling, and ongoing support services designed to maintain recovery progress. Individual sessions provide personalized attention to specific challenges and recovery goals, while group sessions offer peer support and shared learning experiences. The program focuses on relapse prevention, skill maintenance, and supporting long-term recovery success.
Transitioning From IOP
Transitioning from IOP to standard outpatient treatment represents a positive step in recovery, indicating progress and increased stability. This transition is typically recommended when an individual has demonstrated consistent progress in IOP, has developed strong recovery skills, and can benefit from reduced structure while maintaining accountability. The step-down process is carefully planned with the treatment team to ensure continuity of care and ongoing support.
Continuity of care is essential during this transition. Your treatment team will work with you to develop a plan that maintains therapeutic relationships, continues addressing your recovery goals, and provides appropriate support as you step down to standard outpatient care. This approach supports long-term recovery by gradually reducing treatment intensity while maintaining accountability and support systems.
Insurance & Access
Many insurance plans cover standard outpatient behavioral health services as part of outpatient addiction treatment benefits. Coverage varies by policy, and benefits can be verified through our admissions or intake team. We work with various insurance providers to make standard outpatient treatment accessible to individuals throughout Nassau County and Long Island.
Mental Health & SUD Parity Laws: Federal (MHPAEA) and New York state regulations ensure mental health and substance use disorder treatments are covered equally to physical health conditions. This means no more restrictive limits on visits, costs, or treatment duration for addiction care compared to medical care.
Required Coverage: For in-network providers, prior authorization is typically not required for outpatient addiction treatment. This applies to both commercial insurance and Medicaid plans, ensuring timely access to care.
Learn more about insurance coverage, parity laws, and your rights on our insurance page.
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