Maintain daily routines with a higher level of care than weekly therapy provides
Face fears and master anxiety in a shorter timeframe than weekly therapy
Receive CBT, ERP, ACT, and other care for individualized treatment
Get real-time coaching and skill-building support
LOA’s intensive treatment may include 2–5 individualized CBT and ERP sessions per week, provided by a coordinated team of anxiety specialists. It is designed for clients who need more support and momentum than weekly therapy provides while remaining safe and able to function between appointments.
LOA’s intensive treatment is not a formal IOP, PHP, or residential program.
This graphic shows the continuum of care—from flexible outpatient treatment to 24-hour residential support.
Light On Anxiety’s Intensive CBT/ERP offers 2–5 individualized outpatient sessions per week for clients whose anxiety or OCD is significantly interfering with daily life. It provides more support and momentum than weekly therapy while allowing clients to continue living at home and participating in school, work, and everyday activities.
LOA’s intensive treatment is not a formal IOP, PHP, or residential program. These higher levels of care provide progressively more treatment hours, psychiatric monitoring, structure, and safety support. Our team will help determine whether LOA is an appropriate fit or whether a more structured level of care is needed.
LOA’s intensive treatment may be appropriate when:
LOA’s intensive treatment is not designed to provide crisis stabilization, continuous supervision, daily medical monitoring, or 24-hour support. A formal IOP, PHP, residential program, or hospital-based service may be more appropriate when someone has active or escalating safety concerns, cannot reliably remain safe between appointments, or requires intensive management of another primary condition.
Our team will help assess whether LOA’s intensive treatment is the right fit. If a higher level of care is needed, we will recommend seeking a program equipped to provide that level of support.
Intensive Outpatient Treatment for Anxiety and OCD is a form of therapy that is designed to help individuals struggling with these conditions to make significant changes in their symptoms and behavior.
In order to ensure that the individual is able to make their desired changes, intensive outpatient treatments typically involve several hours of therapy each week, ranging from 2 to 5 individual sessions.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at Light On Anxiety has been proven to reduce anxiety within the first 3 months of treatment.
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Intensive Outpatient Treatment (IOT) is a customizable and client-centric therapeutic program designed to help individuals with severe anxiety and OCD. It provides comprehensive care through frequent therapy sessions, often several times a week, without requiring an overnight stay in a facility.
IOT is suitable for individuals whose anxiety or OCD symptoms are significantly impacting their daily life but do not require attending a Residential, or Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) or Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). It’s also ideal for those who need more support than regular outpatient therapy can provide but are still able to meet their everyday functioning requirements.
During IOT you can expect a combination of assessment services, individual therapy, group therapy and consultation with psychiatric services when appropriate. Treatment may include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), and other evidence-based practices tailored to your needs.
Yes, the structure of IOT is designed to be flexible, allowing individuals to continue with their daily responsibilities such as work or school while attending intensive treatment sessions.
The duration and need for intensive therapy varies depending on the individual’s needs and progress. Typically, participating in intensive therapy can range from a few weeks to several months, with sessions held multiple times a week.
Scheduling ongoing wellness visits helps to maintain mental health gains by providing an opportunity for individuals to check in with their therapist. These visits can also provide an opportunity to review and adjust any existing treatment plans, medication, or introduce new strategies or treatments to further promote mental health.
Progress is measured through regular assessments, tracking of symptoms, and feedback from both the individual and the therapist. Goals are set at the beginning of the program and reviewed periodically to ensure effective treatment.
IOT provides more frequent and intensive support than traditional outpatient therapy, leading to faster progress and better outcomes for individuals with severe anxiety and OCD. It also offers a higher level of accountability and structure.
An initial assessment with a mental health professional will help determine if IOT is the appropriate level of care. Factors considered include the severity of symptoms, previous treatment history, and current life circumstances.
To get started with IOT, you can contact our clinic to schedule an initial assessment. Our team will work with you to determine if IOT is the right fit and develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.
Our Intensive Treatment program for Anxiety & OCD can help you get back on track. Our compassionate and experienced team of professionals will work with you to develop a personalized plan that meets your individual needs. Contact us today to learn more and start your journey to recovery.
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