Fort Myers IOP for Behavioral Health & Substance Abuse

The intensive outpatient program at Park Royal Hospital is designed for adults age 18 and older who need structured therapeutic services that are not available in a traditional outpatient setting. Our IOP can also be an ideal option for patients who are stepping down from the inpatient level of care or a partial hospitalization program. 

We offer supportive IOP services for adults and seniors who have a variety of behavioral health concerns. To help ensure that patients can access the care they need in a format that works for them, we offer all IOP services both on-site as well as virtually.  

Our virtual IOP services provide a convenient and flexible way for patients to access effective therapies and services that can promote their long-term well-being. In both program formats, we make sure to deliver care in an atmosphere that is comfortable and safe for our patients. 

Our intensive outpatient program lasts for about two to 12 weeks. However, the actual length of time a person spends in our IOP can vary depending on their specific needs. At Park Royal Hospital, we provide each patient with an individualized care plan that can address their unique needs as well as support their personal strengths.  

Our intensive outpatient program in Fort Myers, Florida, consists of multiple days of programming each week. Patients in our IOP typically participate in about three group therapy sessions per day.  

If you or someone you love may benefit from the comprehensive services offered in our intensive outpatient program, please do not hesitate to contact our admissions team at your convenience.

In our intensive outpatient program, patients can participate in a range of therapeutic interventions, which we tailor to address their treatment needs and goals. We offer group therapy sessions that focus on topics related to mental health concerns, as well as group discussions that can support patients who are struggling with substance use disorders. 

Our intensive outpatient programming serves adults who have a variety of behavioral health concerns, including: 

• Anxiety  
• Depression 
• Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) 
• Co-occurring addictions 

Our qualified staff helps patients build skills and acquire strategies that can support them on their road to better health and well-being. Benefits of receiving care in our leading IOP may include improved mood, better emotion regulation skills, enhanced social skills, stronger support systems, and an improved ability to participate in daily activities. To support each person on their healing journey, we may incorporate modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy.

Group therapy is one of the main interventions in our intensive outpatient program. At Park Royal Hospital, we believe that participating in group therapy may benefit patients in many ways, including by: 

• Providing time to learn from peers 
• Allowing patients to give and receive support 
• Offering a safe space for a wide range of relevant discussions  

When you participate in group therapy sessions in our IOP, you may explore various topics, such as coping skills, self-esteem, anger management, symptom management, acceptance, and relapse prevention.  

Additionally, group therapy sessions in our IOP can allow you to practice any skills you may have learned during treatment. The group therapy setting can offer a comfortable learning environment where you can receive appropriate and thoughtful feedback from others. 

In our IOP for adults and seniors, we primarily offer process groups and psychoeducational groups. Process groups can provide patients with opportunities to discuss their experiences in treatment and review how they will implement changes in their daily lives. Psychoeducational groups can help patients gather information and learn skills that may help them manage the impacts of behavioral health concerns on their daily functioning. 

When patients participate in our virtual or on-site IOP services, they can also receive individual therapy and benefit from medication management. Our therapists lead individual therapy sessions on an as-needed basis, while our psychiatrist and nursing team provide medication management services for patients who need them. In our IOP, you can meet with a psychiatrist as needed and receive support from our knowledgeable nursing team.

When you participate in an outpatient program, it’s usually crucial to spend time preparing for the next portion of your healing journey. At Park Royal Hospital, we ensure that aftercare planning is an important part of someone’s time in our IOP.  

Our compassionate staff members embrace the belief that there is always hope for a brighter future, and we believe that each person should continue making strides toward their goals after their time in our IOP ends. When you reach the end of your IOP journey, our staff will provide you with personalized guidance and referrals. Our recommendations may include support groups, recovery meetings, outpatient therapy, or other aftercare services, depending on your needs.