Program
SAIOPSubstance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program
A structured, group-centered recovery program that meets several days a week — intensive support without stepping away from home, work, or family.
About SAIOP
SAIOP is a structured outpatient program for adults working toward recovery from substance use. Clients meet in small, clinician-led groups several days a week, alongside individual and family sessions, building the skills, insight, and steady support that make lasting change possible — while continuing to live at home.
At a glance
- Format
- Small groups + individual sessions
- Rhythm
- 3+ days a week
- Session length
- About 3 hours
- Setting
- In person or telehealth
What's included
Care, piece by piece
- 01Clinician-led group counseling in a small, consistent cohort
- 02Individual counseling with a licensed clinician
- 03Family involvement when it supports recovery
- 04Relapse-prevention and coping-skills education
- 05Crisis contingency and continuing-care planning
- 06Coordination with outside providers, courts, or employers when requested
A typical week
What a week in care looks like
| Program | Sessions | Session length | Rhythm | Approximate time per week |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP) | Small groups plus individual sessions, 3 or more days a week | About 3 hours | 3+ days a week | About 9 or more hours |
| Outpatient Therapy (OPT) | One individual or family session | About 50 minutes | Weekly or every other week | About 50 minutes a week, or every other week |
Who it's for
Adults who need more support than weekly therapy — including those stepping down from detox or residential care, or referred by a court, employer, or family member.
Not sure it fits? Our intake team will help you find the right level of care.
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Ready to talk about SAIOP?
Complete our intake form and our team will follow up to confirm your coverage and find a first appointment that works for you.
Not for emergencies. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988, or call 911.