Virtual Intensive Outpatient Programming (IOP) is a structured, trauma-informed approach that blends group and individual therapy delivered online several days per week, allowing you to continue living at home. This model provides greater consistency and more frequent clinical contact without necessitating a leave from work, family, or other responsibilities.
· Typical Structure: Sessions occur 3-5 days per week, for approximately three hours each day, including skills groups, process groups, and individual sessions. Family sessions are offered with client consent.
· Program Level: IOP is more intensive than weekly outpatient therapy and less restrictive than Partial Hospitalization Programming (PHP). It offers a more consistent level of support while enabling continued engagement with daily life.
· Care Team: Licensed therapists, experienced group facilitators, and a care coordinator from Inward Healthcare, all trained in trauma-informed, adult-focused treatment, lead the care.
Gentle Indicators for Increased Support
You may benefit from a higher level of support if you are experiencing:
· Feelings of panic or dread occur most days, rather than occasionally.
· Depression makes work, parenting, or essential tasks difficult to manage.
· Trauma-related memories, nightmares, or hypervigilance are increasing.
· You are canceling plans, withdrawing socially, or struggling to keep up with communications and deadlines.
If you are concerned about your safety or are at risk of harming yourself, please call or text 988 for immediate support, or go to the nearest emergency room. You are not alone, and help is available.
Seeking additional support is a sign of self-awareness, not failure. It means you are responding to what your mind and body require.
How Virtual IOP Assists Adults with Anxiety, Trauma, and Depression
Inward Healthcare’s Adult Virtual IOP integrates evidence-based therapies, experiential exercises, and practical strategies, equipping you with usable skills and a clearer path forward each week.
Anxiety Support
· Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help reframe anxious thought patterns.
· Exposure and response prevention techniques adapted for telehealth.
· Grounding and breathwork exercises for use during daily activities or before challenging situations.
· Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
Trauma/PTSD Care
· Trauma-informed pacing with stabilization techniques before processing traumatic experiences.
· Safety planning and resourcing strategies to enhance your window of tolerance.
· Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) offered via secure telehealth when clinically appropriate.
· Somatic and mindfulness practices to help you reconnect with your body.
Depression Support
· Behavioral activation with achievable weekly goals.
· Structured routines to help reduce inertia and all-or-nothing thinking.
· Group connection to combat isolation and feelings of shame.
· Mindfulness and self-compassion practices to foster a kinder inner dialogue.
Experiential and Holistic Modalities
· Integration of art, music, role-playing, and mindfulness into sessions for real-time skill practice.
· Opportunities to apply learned tools in daily life, followed by feedback and refinement with a therapist.
Personalization
· Adult-focused programming for individuals aged 25 and older, with goals tailored to career, caregiving, and relationship needs.
What Your Week Might Look Like in Virtual IOP
A sample week could include:
· Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 9:00 am-12:15 pm PT: Skills group, process group, and a mindful closing activity.
· One individual therapy session per week, lasting 50-60 minutes, scheduled at a mutually convenient time.
· Optional family or partner sessions, with your consent, to strengthen your support system.
Groups are kept small to foster safety and meaningful connection. Encouragement is given for camera use to enhance presence, and accommodations can be arranged if this is not feasible consistently. Between sessions, you will engage in brief skills practice, reflection exercises, and practical coping strategies for use at work or home.
A Day in the Life: What Your First Day Looks Like
Before your program begins, a care coordinator will connect with you to answer questions, verify insurance benefits, conduct a clinical assessment, and perform a brief technology check, ensuring you feel prepared and comfortable.
Your first session will involve gentle introductions, clarification of group agreements, and assistance with setting up your camera and audio. You will receive a brief safety and coping plan and conclude your first day with a clear, actionable plan for the week and contact information for the care team regarding scheduling or technical assistance.
Long Beach Realities: Why Virtual Care Can Be a More Accessible Option
· Eliminate commute time and stress, allowing you to focus your energy on your sessions.
· Facilitate a better balance between work, parenting, and caregiving responsibilities without significant time away.
· Access care from any location within California, accommodating travel or changing life circumstances.
· Connect with clinicians who understand the diverse communities and common local stressors in Long Beach, from port and hospitality work to creative and academic pursuits.
Family Involvement
With your explicit consent, a loved one can participate in periodic family sessions to learn communication and validation skills, supporting your recovery plan. You determine who is involved, prioritizing your privacy and boundaries.
Safety, Monitoring, and Adjusting Support Levels
· Regular check-ins regarding mood, sleep patterns, and safety, coupled with collaborative care planning.
· Coordination with your existing outpatient therapist or psychiatrist, if you desire that continuity.
· If symptoms intensify, we will discuss stepping up to PHP at Inward Healthcare or facilitating a referral for a higher level of care with trusted partners.
· Measuring Progress: Recognizing and Seeing Your Growth
· Collaborative establishment of concrete goals, such as frequency of panic, sleep quality, skill utilization, and work attendance.
· Brief symptom assessments and weekly reflections to track changes over time.
· Ongoing care plan reviews to allow for real-time adjustments to support with your clinician.
Your Inward Healthcare Adult Virtual IOP Team
· Licensed therapists skilled in CBT, DBT, EMDR, and trauma-informed care.
· Group facilitators with experience addressing adult life stages, including career, parenting, caregiving, and relationships.
· A dedicated care coordinator to manage logistics, scheduling, and insurance, allowing you to concentrate on your healing journey.
Getting Started: Clear, Supportive Next Steps
· Step 1: Reach out via phone or complete a brief online form to share your current challenges.
· Step 2: We aim to schedule a clinical assessment within the same week to determine if Virtual IOP is a suitable option.
· Step 3: We will verify your insurance benefits and collaborate with you on a schedule that accommodates your work and family commitments, including evening options when available.
· Step 4: A brief technology orientation will ensure you feel comfortable and prepared for your first session.
Cost, Insurance, and Access
· We verify insurance benefits and provide clear estimates of out-of-pocket costs before you commit.
· Flexible scheduling options are available; inquire about evening availability.
· Virtual IOP is accessible to residents of California. You will participate from a private, secure space where you feel comfortable.
You do not have to manage difficult days alone. With consistent structure, trauma-informed therapy, and a care team dedicated to listening, you can move forward and rediscover your sense of self. If weekly therapy is no longer sufficient, let us connect and explore if Inward Healthcare’s Adult Virtual IOP in Long Beach can provide the support you need at this time.