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Outpatient Program in Palm Springs

Flexible, Effective Addiction Treatment

Recovery is a journey, not a destination. For many, the most crucial phase of this journey is successfully re-integrating into daily life while maintaining a strong connection to recovery. 

Our Outpatient Programs at The Palms Recovery are designed to provide just that: a flexible, supportive, and effective solution for long-term sobriety.

This level of care allows you to live at home or in a sober living environment, attend to work, school, or family responsibilities, and still receive the expert clinical care and community support you need to thrive.

What is an Outpatient Program?

Our outpatient rehab services are a step-down from more intensive levels of care, like residential or partial hospitalization (PHP). Instead of living at our facility, you attend scheduled therapy sessions (both individual and group) at our serene Palm Springs center for a set number of hours each week. This model empowers you to actively practice the coping skills you’ve learned in a real-world setting, all while backed by the safety net of our professional team.

We offer two distinct levels of outpatient care to meet your specific needs:

  • Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP): This is a more structured program, typically requiring 9-15 hours of treatment per week. It is an ideal step-down from PHP or for those who need a high level of support and accountability as they transition back to their daily lives.

  • Outpatient Program (OP): This is our standard outpatient service, offering fewer hours per week (typically 3-6). OP is focused on long-term maintenance, relapse prevention, and providing consistent support as you navigate your new life in recovery.

Who is a Good Candidate for Outpatient Treatment?

An Outpatient Program is an excellent choice for many individuals, particularly those who:

  • Have a stable, supportive, and trigger-free home environment.
  • Have successfully completed a higher level of care (like detox, residential, or PHP) and are ready for the next step.
  • Must maintain responsibilities such as work, school, or caring for family.
  • Are highly motivated in their recovery and have a strong personal commitment to sobriety.
  • Are seeking continued support for dual diagnosis and mental health.

What To Bring To Treatment

  • Co-payments for prescription medications – cash or credit card (applies to adult patients only)
  • 7 days of casual clothing including a sweater or light jacket and pajamas
  • Currently prescribed medications (no samples). They must be in the original pharmacy bottle which shows prescription information. Liquid medications must be new and sealed
  • Multi-vitamins
  • Laundry supplies (although provided)
  • Alarm clock
  • Personal hygiene items
  • Razor or electric razor (applies to adult patients only)
  • The electric razor (applies to adolescent patients)
  • Shaving cream
  • All over-the-counter medications must be new/unopened

Patients often have questions about what to bring to treatment. The list of items below has your privacy, safety, and well-being in mind. If you are not sure about an item, you may call our facility and find out. If you need more items during your stay with us, your loved ones may bring them to you at any time.

Items You May Not Bring With You:

  • Alcohol or drugs
  • Sample medications
  • Pornography
  • Weapons of any kind
  • Musical instruments (adolescent patients may bring them)
  • Excessive makeup, clothing, jewelry, cash
  • A musical device with recorder
  • Mouthwash containing alcohol

Some of the additional benefits of a Day/Night program include:

  • Flexibility of appointments
  • Access to our multi-disciplinary treatment team
  • Therapists help clients explore relapse behaviors and thoughts
  • Ability to work or fulfill other commitments outside of treatment hours
  • Access to licensed and certified addiction experts
  • Family involvement
  • Random drug testing

Some of our groups include:

  • Early recovery issues
  • Relapse prevention
  • Gender issues
  • Spirituality
  • Family issues
  • 12 steps
  • Lifeskills
  • Meditation
  • Career Development
  • Interpersonal relationships
  • Communication skills

Frequently Asked Questions About Outpatient Programs

What is the main difference between an IOP and an OP?

The primary difference is the time commitment and intensity. An Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) requires more hours per week (e.g., 3-5 days a week for 3 hours a day) and is more structured. A standard Outpatient Program (OP) involves fewer hours (e.g., 1-2 times per week) and is designed as a final step to maintain long-term recovery.

The duration is entirely based on your individual needs. An IOP typically lasts anywhere from 8 to 12 weeks. A standard OP can be a much longer-term form of “aftercare,” with clients attending for six months, a year, or as long as they feel they need the support.

Yes. Because outpatient programs are a proven, effective form of clinical treatment for addiction, they are covered by most major health insurance plans. If you would like more information on insurance coverage, our team can provide a free, confidential verification of your benefits to explain your coverage in detail. Visit our Insurance Coverage Page

Absolutely. In fact, that is one of the primary benefits of outpatient treatment. Our programs are typically scheduled during the day or in the evenings, offering the flexibility to build your recovery foundation while maintaining your professional and personal responsibilities.

Recovery is a lifelong journey. After completing your formal program, we work with you to create a comprehensive aftercare plan. This includes connecting you with our robust alumni network, local 12-step meetings, and other community resources to ensure you have ongoing support for years to come.