Intensive Outpatient Program
Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) also referred to as Level IV is an intensive chemical dependency program for adolescents and adults who have a substance use addiction. This structured therapeutic service allows clients to receive cognitive-behavioral and evidence-based treatment in a less restrictive, safe, and supportive environment. Prior to engaging in treatment, clients complete a detailed alcohol and drug assessment, in which a level of care is determined and provided in accordance to their individual strengths and needs as reflected in the placement criteria of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM). Next, clients develop individualized treatment plans by identifying and specifying interventions, goals, and tasks tailored to meet their unique needs. Every client’s treatment plan is recurrently reviewed and updated as goals are met, until s/he is ready to transition into recovery without a structured treatment setting.
IOP services are offered three days a week for both adolescents and adults. We offer a variety of morning, afternoon, and evening times. IOP includes individual and group counseling sessions, while we encourage family participation to foster and improve each client’s family/social relationships as well as a supportive measure for his/her recovery. We encourage clients to actively participate in their recovery by learning skills development and taking personal accountability and responsibility to live an alcohol and/or drug free life every day.
Beacon of Hope Wellness Center uses an evidence-based curriculum and holistic approaches that focus on the cognitive aspects of addiction and its underlying issues. We use cognitive-behavioral health interventions in group counseling, which clients learn to restructure thinking patterns associated with addiction while reinforcing positive behavioral actions to effectively conduct their daily lives. Some of the topics include triggers and cravings; impulse control; stress management; self-care; nutrition; pharmacology; lapse and relapse prevention; total abstinence; money management; harm reduction strategies; recreational activities, and managing legal issues. In addition, we offer Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), including Suboxone and Vivitrol, to help reduce or eliminate alcohol and drug cravings, and reduce the ability to get an euphoric rush/high from these substances. MAT is most effective when combined with outpatient AOD treatment like IOP and OP.
Our substance abuse counselors conduct random urinalysis screenings of clients as part of the IOP. They collaborate with fellow treatment team members and providers involved with the client’s treatment to ensure the client is receiving effective services; make referrals to link clients to other community supports like Alcohol Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA); conduct couple and family counseling, and write court reports. Clients benefit from IOP services as they are more prepared to live a life of sobriety with decreased mental health symptoms like anxiety. When clients complete treatment and are in recovery, we provide aftercare and follow-up services.
Level IV ~ Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
- The client identifies as a substance user as determined by a thorough alcohol and drug assessment.
- Meets the criteria for DSM-V diagnosis of Substance Use Disorder, moderate to severe.
- Meets Level 2.1 ASAM program placement criteria.
- Three (3) group counseling sessions, 3 hours each for a total of 9 hours per week in treatment for adult clients.
- Three (3) group counseling sessions, 2 hours each for a total of 6 hours per week in treatment for minor clients.
- Integrates individual, couple, and family counseling as an additional supportive measure of treatment.
- Random breathalyzers and/or urinalysis screenings at the discretion of the clinicians.
- Covered by Maryland Medicaid and Medicare; self-pay and sliding scale fee.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is an IOP?
What is substance abuse?
Substance abuse users have a built-up tolerance and dependence of these addictive substances, which result from a change in brain chemistry; thereby, making it difficult to quit abusing alcohol and/or drugs. Addiction affects the mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of an individual’s life. There are serious health risks and side effects of long-term chemical dependency including seizures; heart attacks; lethargic movements; insomnia; paranoia; mood imbalance; cardiovascular issues; weight loss; bronchitis; nose bleeds; hepatitis; HIV, and slowed mental functioning. Furthermore, individuals who struggle with alcohol and drugs experience work, financial, and relationship problems.
Beacon of Hope Wellness Center believes individuals with a substance use disorder can manage this disease, regain control of their life, and live a long-term life of sobriety. Our treatment team of psychiatric providers and Licensed/Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselors are here to walk alongside you every step of the way through your journey to recovery. We offer a compassionate, safe, supportive, and structured environment where staff treats you with dignity and respect as you learn and develop tools and life skills needed for long-lasting recovery.
How do I know if I am addicted to alcohol or drugs?
Is IOP the right treatment choice for me?
How long is my first appointment?
It is my child’s/teenager’s first session, should I attend?
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept Maryland Medicaid, Medicare, Optum, and the following managed care organizations:
- Aetna Better Health of Maryland
- Amerigroup
- Kaiser Permanente
- Jai Medical Systems
- Maryland Physicians Care
- MedStar Family Choice
- Priority Partners
- United Healthcare
- University of Maryland Health Partners
We also accept self-pay, which payment is due at the time of service.
Do you offer a sliding fee?
How do I pay for services?
We also accept office payments in the form of a certified check or money order. The certified bank check or money order should be made payable to Beacon of Hope Wellness Center. No personal checks or cash are accepted.
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Driving Under the Influence Education Program
Outpatient Program
Intensive Outpatient Program
Medication Assisted Treatment
Welcome To Beacon Of Hope
An outpatient behavioral health, psychiatric, substance use disorder, and psychiatric rehabilitation provider, which is licensed through the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Since 2018, Beacon of Hope has been awarded the national, gold seal accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF®).
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Baltimore, MD 21217
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