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Virtual IOP Programs

We provide virtual outpatient treatment for teens and young adults facing mental health or substance use challenges.

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VIOP Program Overview

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What is Virtual Intensive Outpatient Programming (VIOP)?

VIOP offers the same high quality care of our IOP program, all online!

This is a 12 week program that includes family, individual, and group therapy sessions for teens (13-17) and young adults (18-30). Live therapy sessions are led by master’s level therapists who provide comprehensive behavioral health and addiction treatment.

With just 12 hours of treatment per week, our holistic approach addresses the effects of substance abuse and mental health challenges on individuals and their loved ones. Treatment occurs after work and school hours, minimizing disruption. Clients and family members engage in telehealth sessions using our HIPAA-compliant video chat platform.

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VIOP Clinical Team

Natana Reason
Natana Reason, LPC
ColoradoProgram Director
Priscilla Agosto Jernigan
Priscilla Agosto-Jernigan, MS, RP
Primary Therapist
Dave Prabhu, MA, MSc, LPC, LAC
Dave Prabhu, MA, MSc, LPC, LAC
IOP Therapist
Bonnie Moya, LPCC
Bonnie Moya, LPCC
Family Therapist

Virtual IOP Treatment Services

Our virtual outpatient rehab program maintains high standards for mental health services and recovery support.

With online IOP treatment, you receive the same comprehensive care as in-person treatment from the comfort of your own home. All you need is an internet connection!

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Psychiatric Consultations

We provide assessments to get to know you and your situation. This helps us plan your treatment.

Medication Management

Our clinicians can prescribe and manage medications through our telehealth services.

Academic and Vocational Support
Academic Support

For those still in school, we provide virtual academic support to keep you on track with your coursework.

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Individual Therapy

Get the personalized attention you need in one-on-one teletherapy sessions.

The Family Component
Multi-Family Group Therapy

Loved ones play a key role in recovery, so we provide healing for the whole family.

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Vocational Training

Feeling stable is essential for healing, which means feeling confident in the workplace.

How To Enroll in VIOP

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Step 1: Call Us

Call and speak with an admissions coordinator

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Step 2: Verify Insurance

Verify insurance or set up a financial plan

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Step 3: Schedule an Assessment

Schedule a clinical assessment to start treatment

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Not only was the group supportive, but the support from the staff was amazing.

I initially came to Sandstone for IOP and it helped me get through a really though time in my life. I ended up staying through OP and I would recommend it to anyone that needs support with their mental health.

Megan H.
Former Client

Why Choose Us

Sandstone Care aims to drive positive lasting change in real people struggling with drug or alcohol addiction. We understand that everyone’s situation is different, so we offer a more personalized rehab program than you’ll find anywhere else.

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Age-Specific Care
Age-Specific Care

We are age-specific, not gender-specific. We focus on the unique circumstances that you face at your specific stage of life.

Evidence-Based Therapy
Evidence-Based Therapy

We only use treatment interventions that have been scientifically proven to provide consistent, lasting recovery.

Small Group Sizes
Small Group Sizes

You are more than a number, which is why we provide an intimate setting where your voice can be heard.

Individualized Treatment Plans
Individualized Treatment Plans

No one person is the same, and neither is their recovery journey. Your treatment program will be tailored to your unique needs.

Academic and Vocational Support
Academic and Vocational Support

We want you to get the most out of life, which means feeling your best in the classroom or at your job.

The Family Component
The Family Component

Recovery involves the entire family, so we provide support for the whole family system.

Benefits of Virtual Outpatient Treatment

Getting help for mental health or addiction often means choosing between your personal life and your treatment plan. With virtual IOP treatment, you can have both.

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Comfort

Talk to your therapist online from the comfort of your home.

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Group therapy can be helpful in a virtual setting during treatment.

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School Forward

Virtual IOP allows teens and young adults to stay in school during treatment.

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Simple Platform

It’s simple to connect with your therapist through our HIPAA-compliant platform.

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Co-occurring Mental Health Disorder Treatment Explained

Treating Co-Occurring Mental Health Conditions

Not only are we experts in virtual substance use treatment, but we also specialize in treating mental health and mood disorders.

We know that drug use commonly overlaps with mental health disorders, so our staff is trained to identify and treat both simultaneously. Symptoms of mental health disorders can make addiction recovery more difficult, so it’s important to address both challenges together.

Our virtual treatment for co-occuring disorders uses holistic methods that prioritize your overall wellness, so you can reach recovery and continue to thrive after treatment.

Virtual Mental Health Treatment Options

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Depression Treatment

Depression is more than just feeling down for a few days — symptoms are long lasting and can affect you in many ways.

Anxiety & Bi-Polar Treatment

Anxiety disorders are thought patterns of fear, dread, and uneasiness that affect other aspects of your life.

Trauma & PTSD Treatment

Trauma is the emotional response to a specific event like an accident, sexual abuse, or a natural disaster.

ADHD & Borderline Personality Disorder Treatment

ADHD is marked by difficulty focusing, controlling impulsive behaviors, and over-activity.

Aftercare & Support

Upon completion of VIOP programming, clients can step down to extended outpatient therapy which is 2 days a week, gradually reducing to general outpatient therapy once a week.

In addition to outpatient therapy, Sandstone Care also develops a personalized aftercare plan which connects you with community-based providers and specialists for ongoing support, including alumni programs and parent support groups.

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The Continuum of Care

Care for Wherever You Are in Your Journey

Access a full range of treatments for mental health and substance use disorders. Whether you need a safe transitional living community, inpatient treatment, or outpatient therapy, we have a program to help.

Learn more about levels of care

Medical Detox and Inpatient

5-21 days of 24/7 on-site medical supervision.

Our Medically-Assisted Detox and Inpatient Center offers private rooms and 24/7 medically supervised care to support a safe recovery from drugs and alcohol, followed by comprehensive treatment that addresses your physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual needs.

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Residential Treatment

30-90 days of on-site 24/7 treatment.

We provide residential treatment centers (RTCs) for teens (13-18) and young adults (18-30), treating mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use.

Our teen RTCs treat adolescents in a serene setting with smaller group sizes and a focus on strengthening the family unit. The length of stay is 60-90 days. Our young adult RTC offers young adults a peaceful environment in which they can be treated for mental health challenges within 30-45 days. Both RTCs create a distraction-free space for healing, helping clients return to daily life feeling more balanced and well.

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Teen Residential Care Explained
Transitional Living Program

2-6 months

Our Transitional Living Program can be combined with clinical programming to provide a comprehensive treatment experience for our young adult client’s struggling with substance use disorders.

Our homes are for individuals aged 18-30 and help clients establish a supportive community and accountability, while increasing independence and personal responsibility.

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Transitional Living Program Overview
Day Treatment (PHP)

4 weeks of on-site day treatment.

Our Teen & Young Adult Day Treatment program, also known as Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), is a highly structured level of care that offers five days of robust programming a week.

Our mental health and substance use programming helps clients to stabilize, begin to understand their mental health and/or addiction struggles, and heal from them. We strive to help our clients become more like the person they want to be, without using negative coping strategies or substances to get there.

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PHP Explained
Intensive Outpatient (IOP)

12 weeks of on-site or virtual treatment.

Our Teen & Young Adult IOP, or Intensive Outpatient Program, consists of 3-4 days of weekly programming that treats mental health challenges such as depression, trauma, anxiety, and substance use.

IOP includes individual therapy, group therapy, and family therapy. This flexible treatment option occurs in the evening hours so you can continue meeting your school or work responsibilities while receiving care.

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What is IOP?

FAQs

Got Questions About VIOP?

Browse our frequently asked questions — or call us at (888) 850-1890. We’re here to help.

IOP stands for “Intensive Outpatient Program”. IOP programs are most helpful for young adults who have completed a higher level of care (such as residential treatment) and need to step down, and for young adults who struggle with substance use or mental health concerns but want to limit interrupting school and work. Clients in IOP receive personalized treatment planning, as well as practical advice to improve their well-being including stress-management tools and strategies.

Yes. Just like our in-person programs, in VIOP we have a teen track, which is for teens ages 13-17, and 18 year-olds still in high school, and a young adult track for individuals ages 18-30.

Our clinical team is made up of a group of highly qualified individuals who are all dedicated to helping teens and young adults reclaim their lives. This team includes medical doctors, psychiatrists, licensed therapists, family therapists, and teachers.

Most insurance providers will provide coverage for online psychotherapy, also known as teletherapy. Please contact our admissions team to complete an Insurance Verification to see if we accept your insurance coverage. If we do not, we may be able to provide you with referrals to find treatment at a recovery center, even if it’s not with us.

Please note that we do not accept Medicare or Medicaid.

Teenagers (13-17, or 18 year-olds and still in high school) and young adults (18-30) are eligible for our virtual IOP programming if they are:

  1. Colorado or Illinois residents
  2. Experiencing mental health or substance use issues.

Please note that while we provide mental health care for disorders such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and more, we do not currently treat eating disorders.

Pros:

Receive mental health services from licensed professionals in the comfort of your home
With no commute, transitions between your online therapy appointment and daily activities is smoother
Video sessions with therapists can reduce stress during appointments
Evidence based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) are just as effective in a virtual setting

Cons:

Online mental health treatment may not feel as personal as in-person sessions
Those with more severe substance abuse or mental health challenges may benefit more from in-person care
Our virtual IOP program is not divided by specialties (mental health and substance use/dual-diagnosis)

Our VIOP treatment plan includes 4 days a week of treatment for roughly 12 weeks. Once you’ve successfully completed VIOP, you “step down” into extended outpatient programming which is 2 days a week. Then, when you’re ready, you transition to once-a-week general outpatient programming.

The step-down process exists to ensure your stability as you transition from treatment back to your normal daily life.

In addition to outpatient therapy, Sandstone Care also provides a personalized aftercare plan which connects you with community-based providers and specialists for ongoing support. We help connect you and your family with support through our alumni program and parent support groups.

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We understand taking the first step is difficult. There is no shame or guilt in asking for help or more information. We are here to support you in any way we can.

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