Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
When symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, or mood disorders begin to interfere with daily life—but inpatient hospitalization isn't required—an IOP offers a higher level of care with flexibility to maintain work, school, and family responsibilities.
Our virtual IOP provides comprehensive, psychiatrist-led treatment designed to stabilize symptoms, build durable coping skills, and help patients regain function—while continuing to live at home.
Available Virtually in California Only
An Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is a structured mental health treatment program that typically involves 3–5 days per week of care, several hours per day.
IOP bridges the gap between weekly outpatient therapy and inpatient or partial hospitalization programs (PHP).
IOP is appropriate for individuals who:
- Need more support than traditional outpatient therapy
- Are stepping down from inpatient or PHP care
- Are experiencing worsening symptoms that impact daily functioning
- Require structured, multidisciplinary treatment without 24/7 supervision
A Holistic Approach to Mental Health Treatment
Overall, our team combines deep clinical expertise with genuine warmth and compassion, delivering care within a structured, supportive, and healing environment.
Psychiatrist-led
Stella's psychiatric providers are heavily integrated into the program, such that our psychiatrists create treatment plans, lead groups, manage medication, and provide psychoeducation.
Integrated Care
Whether your care plan requires advanced techniques like Spravato and dTMS or talk therapy like CBT, DBT, or another trauma-focused therapy - we have options for you.
Continuity of Care
After patients complete their program, they can continue to see the same providers they've worked with throughout the IOP.
In-Network
We believe that comprehensive mental healthcare should be accessible to those who need it, so we are fully in-network with most health insurance carriers in California.
What to Expect From Our IOP Program
Our IOP delivers coordinated, outcomes-driven care led by licensed clinicians and medical providers.
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
The Stella Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is a personalized and structured mental health treatment program that typically involves
3–5 days per week, 3 hours per day of care. Fully virtual via HIPAA-compliant platform. Group Therapy including skills groups and process groups. Individual Therapy once per week. Family or Couples therapy once every two weeks. Psychiatric appointment once every two weeks, Length of stay is fully individualized, but typically 8–12 weeks
Monday - Friday, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
May Include:
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Internal Family Systems (IFS)
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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Family / Couples Therapy
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Group Therapy
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Process Therapy
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Psychiatric Appointments
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Yoga Therapy
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Medication Management
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Nutrition support with a dietitian
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Insurances Accepted
Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Optum, Cigna, United, Horizon (BCBS), Premera (BCBS), UMR (UHC), Oxford Health Plan (UHC)
Coming Soon: HealthNet and Anthem
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Treatment Days & Hours
Monday - Friday
4:00pm PST - 7:00pm PST
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Coordination
We're with you every step of the way to make sure your only focus is on your care.
INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (IOP)
Who We Can Help
IOP may be right for you if:
- You're struggling to function at work, school, or home
- Weekly therapy isn't providing enough support
- You want intensive care without inpatient admission
- You're motivated to engage in structured treatment
- You're medically stable and safe to live independently
Not sure if IOP is the right level of care? Our clinical team can help assess your needs.