New Dimensions Day Treatment Centers

Virtual IOP in Texas

Dec 7, 2022 | Adolescent Treatment, Adult Treatment, Online Treatment

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Explore Virtual Substance Abuse Treatment Texas with our IOP

New Dimensions provides virtual Intensive Outpatient Treatment Programs (IOP) for individuals who reside within the State of Texas.  Our behavioral health programs are ideal for individuals who need intensive therapy, but who don’t require inpatient psychiatric hospitalization.  We have both mental health and substance abuse treatment programs and work with both adults and adolescents.  Our Virtual IOPs in Texas are a convenient and effective way to help you deal with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, PTSD, trauma, alcoholism, OCD, and other mental health issues.

Advantages of Virtual IOP in Texas with New Dimensions

  • Receive intensive mental health treatment in Texas without having to reside within the Houston area
  • Opportunity to work with both therapists and psychiatrists.
  • Individualized treatment focuses on the issues that matter most to you.
  • Learn coping skills to help you more successfully manage your mental health or substance abuse issues.
  • Medication management for those who need it.
  • Ability to deal with both mental health and/or substance abuse issues.
  • Can receive intensive therapy while at home or school.
  • Access to the expertise of our clinicians without having to travel to the Houston area.

For those individuals who reside within the Houston area, we have in-person treatment in our locations in Katy, The Woodlands, and the Clear Lake area of Houston.

Our Online IOP in Texas is available to anyone who resides within the State of Texas, including Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio, Lubbock, Abilene, Waco, Killeen, El Paso, Odessa, Midland, Laredo, Houston, Huntsville, Galveston, McAllen, Brownsville, Corpus Christi, Wichita Falls, Tyler, College Station, Amarillo, San Angelo, Lufkin, Jasper, Beaumont, Port Arthur, Longview, Victoria, Del Rio, Uvalde, Fredericksburg, Arlington, Plano, and Frisco.  To learn more about our Virtual IOP in Texas, contact us at 1-800-685-9796.

New Dimensions Can Help with Online IOP!

If you or someone you know is experiencing any of the above symptoms or problems, New Dimensions can help. Our team of experienced therapists and psychiatrists can help you overcome these challenges and help you develop the skills you need to thrive. To schedule a complementary assessment or to find out more about our programs, contact us at 1-800-685-9796.

Our affiliate, MHThrive, provides Individual Therapy, Couples and Marriage Counseling, and Family Therapy at our locations in Katy, The Woodlands, and the Clear Lake area of Houston, Texas. We also provide telehealth therapy for anyone who resides within the State of Texas. To schedule an appointment with one of the MHThrive therapists, contact us at 713-477-0333 or visit www.mhthrive.com to learn more.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does virtual substance abuse treatment in Texas work?

Virtual substance abuse treatment in Texas is open to any adult who resides within the State of Texas. Our Intensive Outpatient Substance Use Program allows adults who are struggling with alcohol or substance abuse to receive treatment through our secure online platform. The program is 3 to 4 days per week and is conducted during the evening hours. During treatment, participants learn effective strategies to cope with life stressors, manage cravings, decrease relapse triggers, and create healthy sobriety skills.

2. Is an online IOP as effective as an in-person program?

For many people, our online substance abuse IOP is an effective alternative to in-person treatment. While individual results can vary, according to outcome data collected by New Dimensions, clients who attend our substance abuse IOP typically experience a statistically significant improvement in several substance use categories, including a decrease in substance use, a decrease in risk factors associated with relapse, and an increase in protective factors that are associated with sustained sobriety.
These results are similar to the outcomes of clients who attend our in-person programs. While our online IOP is not appropriate for everyone, many people like the convenience of receiving the intensive treatment and support that our online mental health program provides.

3. Who qualifies for a virtual IOP in Texas?

Any adult who resides within the State of Texas is eligible to participate in our Virtual IOP in Texas. Prior to beginning treatment, clients meet with one of our mental health or substance use professionals to discuss their goals and to determine if our virtual IOP is the best treatment option to meet those goals. The initial consultation also provides clients with an opportunity to learn more about our virtual IOP and to address any questions that they may have.
New Dimensions provides virtual Intensive Outpatient Programs for individuals who are struggling with mental health and/or substance use issues.

4. What’s included in a virtual substance abuse treatment program in Texas?

The New Dimensions virtual substance abuse Intensive Outpatient Program in Texas is designed to help individuals develop the skills they need to overcome the problems associated with alcohol and/or substance use. Clients meet with a substance abuse professional in a virtual group setting 3 hours per day, 3 to 4 days per week. During treatment, clients learn coping skills, refusal skills, and relapse prevention skills. Medication management is also available for those clients who require additional help.

5. How long does an online IOP usually last?

The online IOP at New Dimensions is 3 hours per day, 3 to 5 days per week. The substance use IOP is during the evening hours and is usually 3 to 4 days per week. The mental health IOP is also during the evening hours and is usually 5 days per week. If someone is struggling with dual diagnosis issues, they attend a blend of both the mental health and substance abuse programs. While the length of treatment varies based on the issues that a client is dealing with, the typical length of treatment is usually between 30 and 45 days.

6. Is a virtual IOP in Texas covered by insurance?

Most insurance companies now cover virtual treatment in Texas. It is important to remember that not all treatment programs accept insurance and that each insurance company has its own requirements regarding treatment authorizations. As a result, it is helpful to check with your insurance company regarding coverage, prior to beginning treatment.
Fortunately, the virtual mental health Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) at New Dimensions is covered by most commercial insurance companies within Texas, including Aetna, Cigna, Evernorth, Blue Cross, United, Carelon, Magellan, and many others. To find out if your insurance company covers virtual IOP at New Dimensions, contact us at 800-685-9796.

7. What do I need to participate in an online IOP?

To participate in the online mental health IOP at New Dimensions, you will need access to a computer or a smart phone with a video camera and a secure high-speed internet connection. Online IOP sessions are conducted over a secure telehealth platform that allows you to interact with your therapist through live streaming video. You will also need a quiet place to attend the meeting so that you can participate in the sessions without being interrupted or overheard by others.

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