What is an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for teens?
An Intensive Outpatient Program is a structured level of outpatient treatment that fits around school and family life. At The Bridge OC, IOP is flexible transitional care: your teen keeps receiving specialized, consistent support while living at home and maintaining their education.
Like every program here, treatment is highly personalized and family-centered, so the people closest to your teen are part of the plan.
IOP schedule at a glance
3 to 5 days a week
Monday through Friday
3 hours a day
Structured treatment time
2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
After-school hours, to preserve education
What IOP includes each week
The same weekly foundation of individual, family, and multi-family care that every Bridge OC family receives.
2 individual therapy sessions
Weekly, 50 minute sessions with master's-level therapists.
1 family therapy session
Private weekly sessions with a dedicated therapist.
Weekly Multi-Family Group
Therapist-led support for parents and teens together.
Medication management
Care from Dr. Alejandro Alva and his team, alongside your current physician as needed.
Life after IOP
Finishing treatment is an achievement we celebrate. Graduates are invited to join our free Alumni Program for ongoing weekly support, and teens can choose to become peer mentors for new clients.
Need more daily structure first? Learn about our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP).
Compare all programsIOP Questions, Answered
How many hours a week is IOP at The Bridge OC?
IOP runs 3 to 5 days a week, 3 hours a day, Monday through Friday during after-school hours (2:00 PM to 7:00 PM).
What is the difference between PHP and IOP?
Both are outpatient levels of care. PHP is our highest level of outpatient care at 5 days a week, 5 hours a day. IOP is flexible transitional care at 3 to 5 days a week, 3 hours a day.
Does my teen stay overnight in IOP?
No. IOP is an outpatient program, so your teen receives support while living at home and continuing their education.
Is my family involved in IOP?
Yes. Each week includes one family therapy session and a Multi-Family Group, alongside two individual therapy sessions for your teen.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans. Contact us and our team will verify your specific benefits and discuss the best next step for your family.
How do I get started?
Call us at 1 (844) 599-4927 or submit the confidential form on this page. Our admissions team will contact you shortly to arrange a free confidential assessment.
Is there a teen IOP near me in Orange County?
The Bridge OC is located at 26010 Acero #200, Mission Viejo, CA 92691, and serves teens and families across Orange County.
Do you offer virtual IOP sessions?
Virtual sessions are available occasionally, when schedules or distance make attending in person difficult. We find in-person care to be more effective.
What ages do you treat in IOP?
The Bridge OC treats adolescents ages 12 to 19, including older teens and young adults ages 18 and 19.