Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
for Young Adults
At OCD & Anxiety Colorado, our Young Adults Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is designed to meet the complex needs of individuals navigating OCD, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, and related disorders. This evidence-based program combines Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), family involvement when appropriate, and wraparound services to support sustainable progress and autonomy.
Why an IOP for Young Adults?
Many young adults with anxiety disorders find that weekly outpatient therapy is not enough. Intensive outpatient care offers a higher level of support while allowing individuals to remain in their communities and continue with school, work, or family responsibilities. This format is particularly effective for those experiencing functional impairment, difficulty completing daily tasks, and/or transitioning out of adolescent treatment models.
Focus on Life Skills, Not Just Symptom Reduction
We treat the person, not just the diagnosis.
Skills for time management, decision-making, self-care, and healthy boundaries.
Therapy includes real-life exposures (e.g., job interviews, dating, school deadlines).
Structured Care Without Disruption
We provide a high level of care without pulling your young adult out of their life.
Evening hours allow continuation of school, work, or college transitions.
IOP offers the intensity of treatment without hospitalization or full-day programs.
Collaborative & Respectful Support
We partner with families without taking over.
Family therapy is offered as an optional service—not a requirement.
We equip parents to shift from rescuing or reassuring to supporting healthy independence and honor young adults’ autonomy while helping families stay informed.
We Know OCD & Anxiety
This isn’t just what we do. It’s who we are.
Founded by a clinician with lived experience of OCD .
Staff includes individuals with personal and professional insight into the OCD, Anxiety & Neurodivergence journey.
Treatment is grounded in empathy, science, and hope.
Support for Co-Occurring Needs
We understand that OCD and anxiety rarely exist in a vacuum.
Optional wraparound care includes OT, academic coaching, psychiatric consultation, and case coordination.
We collaborate with current providers to ensure continuity of care.
Clear, Data-Driven, Progress Tracking
You’ll never wonder if it’s working.
We use standardized tools (e.g., Y-BOCS, GAD-7, PHQ-9) and track progress session to session.
Discharge and aftercare planning begins early and includes family collaboration, when appropriate.
