OUTPATIENT ADDICTION TREATMENT

Outpatient treatment programs include partial hospitalization programs (PHP), intensive outpatient programs (IOP), and aftercare treatment options. Each of these programs has its own intensities and durations for treatment. 

After completing an inpatient detox or residential treatment program, many individuals need additional support in order to successfully transition back into the community. They may transition to an outpatient treatment program to ensure that they have ongoing care to support their ongoing recovery and sobriety. On the other hand, some individuals are unable to leave their home, work, or school obligations in order to go to an inpatient detox or residential treatment program, and may instead opt to begin treatment in the outpatient setting. This allows them to continue with their day-to-day responsibilities while also getting the treatment that they need. 

Many individuals find that they benefit from engaging in a continuum of care, going from one program to another based on their successes or challenges. As you progress in your recovery, you will likely notice that your treatment schedule decreases to reflect your progress. 

If you are struggling with drugs or alcohol, you may benefit from outpatient treatment and/or ongoing aftercare. Outpatient treatment and aftercare programs can often fit into your daily routine, ensuring that you are keeping your recovery as a priority in your life. To learn more about our outpatient treatment and aftercare options, we encourage you to call (813)384-8050 and speak with an admission coordinator today! 

Aftercare is commonly available as an outpatient treatment option. While aftercare can look different among treatment providers, the general theme is that aftercare programs provide you with an ongoing source of therapy, medication (if indicated), and accountability to support your sustained recovery. Aftercare can include group and individual therapy.

Aftercare is different from other forms of outpatient treatment. For example, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs are intensive forms of outpatient treatment that include longer group sessions and more frequent sessions. Aftercare treatment is less intensive than other outpatient treatment options. This means that the group sessions are shorter and may occur as few as once a week. Aftercare programming is designed to fit into your schedule, which means that you can engage in your regular work schedule or other daily responsibilities. 

If you have completed an inpatient rehab program, PHP, or IOP, addiction recovery aftercare programming may be a good fit for you. Aftercare treatment would allow you to remain connected to a treatment facility with group or individual sessions. 

Aftercare programming can provide you with a valuable source of support in your recovery. This form of outpatient treatment can be used long-term, which means that you can rely on your treatment facility for support through expected and unexpected life challenges. 

Aftercare programming can include group and or individual therapy and can be continuously altered to address your needs. As an example, if you find yourself struggling with cravings or other concerns, you can add in more group or individual sessions to receive extra support during this time. Similarly, if you are making notable progress, you may decide that decreasing the frequency of your sessions is helpful.

Aftercare can look different for everyone. Aftercare programming typically includes group therapy, individual therapy, specialized treatment groups, dual-diagnosis treatment, and medication-assisted treatment. What your treatment plan entails will depend on your needs. As you move through your recovery, you will undoubtedly experience ups and downs. When this occurs, your treatment plan can be modified and adjusted to support your ongoing success.