Rediscover balance. Rebuild resilience. Reconnect with yourself.
The Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) at Zephyr Behavioral Health and Wellness is a 10-week structured therapeutic program designed to help individuals develop emotional regulation, resilience, and mindfulness while gaining practical tools for daily life.
IOP offers evidence-based support for individuals who need more than weekly therapy, but do not require inpatient care. Participants attend multiple sessions each week while continuing to live at home, allowing them to practice skills in real-world settings and return to treatment with insight and support.
Zephyr’s IOP focuses on meaningful, sustainable change rather than short-term symptom relief.
Our Therapeutic Approach
Zephyr’s IOP is grounded in evidence-based treatments, including:
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
The program is skills-based and inclusive of a wide range of mental health concerns who are working toward shared goals such as emotional stability, distress tolerance, healthier relationships, and improved quality of life.
Program Highlights
- Three group sessions per week
- Structured, skills-based learning environment
- Small group sizes for individualized attention
- Licensed clinicians specializing in trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders
- Strong focus on real-life skill application
In addition to group therapy, participants receive:
- One individual therapy session per week
- Medication management when clinically appropriate
Who Is This Program For?
IOP is designed for adults age 18 and older who are experiencing:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Trauma-related symptoms
- Emotional dysregulation
This program may be helpful for those who are looking for more consistent support beyond weekly therapy sessions without the need for inpatient or hospital-based care.
What You’ll Work On in IOP
Participants develop practical, evidence-based skills to support long-term stability, including:
- Mindfulness and Awareness
- Emotional Regulation
- Coping With Stress and Crisis Moments
- Thought Patterns and Perspective
- Values, Goals, and Motivation
- Relationships and Communication
Program Outcomes
Participants commonly experience:
- Increased emotional awareness and regulation
- Reduced anxiety and depression symptoms
- Improved communication and relationship skills
- Greater resilience and distress tolerance
- Enhanced self-acceptance and sense of purpose
Care and Admission Considerations
To ensure IOP is the right fit, each person completes a comprehensive assessment with our clinical team. This helps us understand your needs, goals, and what level of support will be most helpful.
IOP is designed for individuals who can participate safely in a group setting and are not experiencing active substance use. We welcome individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use histories, including those in early recovery. If a different level of care would better support your well-being, we will help guide you to appropriate next steps.
Is IOP Right for Me?
IOP may be a good fit if weekly therapy no longer feels like enough support, but you are able to live safely at home and are looking for a structured, skills-based approach to mental health care.
