IOP & Addiction Counseling Services in Bellevue, WA
One of the key elements of IOP is addiction counseling, as offered at our facility in Bellevue, WA. Substance abuse treatment is not limited to support groups, and does not necessarily end after withdrawal symptoms are overcome. Instead, full recovery often requires clients to directly face the personal, professional and relationship issues that have arisen as a result of their addiction or alcoholism. This is where addiction counseling services come in.
Through individual addiction counseling, our staff help clients work through both the causes and consequences of their substance abuse disorder.
This is not a blame game, nor is it designed to make IOP participants feel guilty about their drug or alcohol abuse. Instead, with individual counseling program participants are encouraged to overcome their addiction mentally as well as physically.
Through the addiction counseling services offered at our facility in Bellevue, WA, clients develop key skills to addiction recovery, including:
- The ability to accept and integrate feedback from peers and counselors
- The ability to communicate effectively and patiently
- The ability to relieve and reduce stress in healthy, non-destructive ways
- The ability to identify triggers for addiction and enact healthy means of dealing with them
- The ability to recover and create health relationships with friends, family and loved ones
- The ability to consistently make healthy mental and physical decisions
Our drug and alcohol rehab center at The Evergreen shares the perspective of SAMHSA, quoted above. The goal of addiction counseling in IOP is establish the foundation for maintaining sobriety after the program has ended, setting participants up for success in the long run. This can only be accomplished if counselors and clients work together in the therapy sessions, which is why most intensive outpatient programs establish a relationship of trust between counselors and patients early on.
'In IOP programs, individual counseling is an important, supportive adjunct to group sessions... most individual counseling in IOT programs addresses the immediate problems stemming from clients" substance use disorders and their current efforts to achieve and maintain abstinence. A 30- to 50-minute individual counseling session is typically a scheduled part of the IOT program and occurs at least weekly during the initial treatment stage. A client is assigned a primary counselor who strives to establish a close, collaborative therapeutic alliance.'
~ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Agency, 'Substance Abuse: Clinical Issues in Intensive Outpatient Treatment'
How Does IOP Compare to Inpatient Care?
The main difference between an intensive outpatient program and inpatient care (or residential rehab) is location.
In an IOP, participants return home after several hours of treatment and continue on with their normal, daily lives. In contrast, inpatient care requires that participants remain in the facility for the duration of the treatment. This is for the safety, accountability, and ultimate well being of the client, but it is not always for everyone.
In addition to the residential aspect, inpatient and outpatient addiction treatment options have several other key differences. For instance:
Inpatient
Inpatient programs usually last several weeks, while outpatient programs typically last several months
Inpatient programs often incorporate medical detox programs into treatment, when the need arises
Inpatient programs involve 24-hour medical supervision, an important element for those who have struggled with addiction for many years
Outpatient
Outpatient programs do not usually use medication as a form of treatment, while inpatient care is more likely to
Outpatient programs offer more flexibility in scheduling, as long as participants attend treatment for several sessions each week
In contrast, outpatient programs typically consist of a few hours of treatment several times each week, with limited medical supervision
With these differences in mind, it is clear that intensive outpatient treatment for both addiction and alcoholism offer several key benefits over inpatient care. These include freedom, flexibility, the ability to apply treatment principles in everyday life, and the availability of family support.
Participation in an IOP, instead of residential rehab, translates into the ability to utilize the coping skills and behaviors you learn in treatment right away. Of course, this is dependent on participants having a safe and supportive home environment to return to. Similarly, many IOPs incorporate family therapy sessions on a weekly basis; this allows loved ones not only to better understand addiction and treatment, but also support program participants through their recovery process as they go through it.
IOP Cost and Insurance Coverage
One of the final key differences between inpatient care and an IOP is cost. Intensive outpatient treatment is typically much more affordable than inpatient care because it does not require the high mark-up of room and board. More than that, many intensive outpatient programs in Washington are covered by insurance, making addiction treatment much more affordable. Of course, this is not the only concern when it comes to getting the help that you need, but if price is a deciding factor then IOP may be the right choice for you.
Verify Your InsuranceWhat Does IOP Look Like in Bellevue, WA?
Now that we have established what intensive outpatient programs are, you may be left wondering what an IOP actually looks like in practice. The Evergreen focuses on outpatient care in Bellevue, WA. We are experts in addiction and alcoholism treatment, with our outpatient programs designed to offer a clear vision of hope from the early stages of rehab all the way through recovery.
So what does participating in an IOP look like?
As noted above, a quality IOP includes all of the necessary components of addiction treatment in general. This in includes everything from one-on-one counseling sessions to group support and therapy sessions. At The Evergreen, located in Bellevue, WA, we offer this quality treatment in an IOP setting. The Evergreen is an accredited rehab facility, and we are proud to offer the same services that you would find in a full-time inpatient program.
The intensive outpatient treatment offered at The Evergreen includes several different treatment approaches, tailored to the needs and experiences of individual participants.
The IOP is aimed at not only helping participants become sober, but also helping them build independence and the ability to cope with addiction triggers on their own.
IOP Timeline and Schedule
The IOP at The Evergreen usually lasts for twelve weeks, or roughly three months. During this time, participants are expected to attend at least three sessions per week, for a total of nine hours of treatment each and every week. Attending treatment several times per week, and for several hours each session, will help participants get on the right track as they begin down the road to recovery.
We offer a flexible schedule so that all participants are able to meet this hourly expectation:
- Monday: 1-4pm / 6-9pm
- Tuesday: 1-4pm / 6-9pm
- Wednesday: 1-4pm / 6-9pm
- Thursday: 1-4pm / 6-9pm
- Friday: 1-4pm / 6-9pm
What We Treat
The IOP at our facility covers all of the major facets of addiction and alcoholism treatment, also described on our IOP services page. During these IOP sessions in Bellevue, WA we offer both individual counseling and group support for participants.
Some sessions will focus on rebuilding relationships, when participants will be welcome to bring family members and loved ones in order to address some of the detrimental effects that addiction or alcoholism has had on their relationships.
During all sessions we will have a psychiatrist available for patients with co-occurring disorders.
We know that no two people have the same story when it comes to addiction or alcoholism. With this in mind we are committed to address the features and associated problems of addiction with an individualized treatment plan aimed at addressing your unique issues and problems. IOP is not limited to a specific type of addiction or recovery from just one drug. Instead, our intensive outpatient program treats all of the following forms of substance abuse:
- Alcohol addiction
- Marijuana addiction
- Prescription drug addiction
- Cocaine addiction
- Crystal meth addiction
- Co-occurring disorders
- Cross addictions
Just because you don"t have the ability to attend an inpatient facility does not mean that you have to attempt quitting drugs or alcohol completely on your own. Our intensive outpatient program lets you get the help you need, today, but to keep up with your daily responsibilities.
Starting an Intensive Outpatient Program in Bellevue, WA
The Evergreen offers intensive outpatient programs on an on-going basis, and tailors each program to individual clients.
The program is based on their initial assessment, is completely confidential, and offers you the best hope for recovery.
If you are ready to take the first step toward recovery, reach out to us today so that we can get you started on IOP treatment.
If you are still unsure about your alcohol or drug use, or even if you have more questions about what an IOP looks like and what services we offer, please still consider contacting us so we can address your concerns or questions. Recovery from addiction or alcoholism can be a daunting prospect, and we are here to help that"s what IOP is all about. Participating in an intensive outpatient program in Bellevue, WA may be the best thing you can do for the rest of your life.
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