Virtual Outpatient Services
The Virtual intensive outpatient program (Virtual IOP) at Foundations Minnesota offers structured support for substance use and dual diagnosis mental health needs. Through secure online sessions, telehealth is a successful online therapy which allows clients to stay engaged in treatment while maintaining responsibilities during everyday life.
Support for Substance Use and Mental Health Disorders
How virtual outpatient care works
Virtual IOP includes therapist-led process groups and individual therapy sessions. Programming follows the same consistent, clinical standards as in-person services which may include:
- Licensed clinicians experienced in SUD and co-occurring diagnoses
- Coping and resilience strategies to practice during the recovery process
Privacy and accessibility from home
Telehealth sessions take place on secure, encrypted platforms. Virtual care can be a helpful option for people who cannot attend in person programming due to distance, transportation, work demands, mobility issues or personal preference.
Virtual IOP treatment – is telehealth right for you?
Live outpatient care via video (or telephone) may be appropriate for patients who:
- Have complex levels of care and want continued structure
- Need flexible scheduling to balance treatment with work or family responsibilities
- Benefit from addiction therapy in a familiar environment
- Live outside Minneapolis or Eden Prairie areas but want access to Foundations Minnesota services
Virtual outpatient mental health and specialized addiction care services may include:
- Therapist-led process groups
- Individual counseling
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Medication management
- Recovery-focused skill development
- Aftercare planning
- LBTQ+-centered PRIDE Program curriculum
As part of ongoing support, the IOP team assists with next steps, which may include continued outpatient therapy, peer support options, the Pride aftercare and Alumni Programs, community or connections to local resources.
Outpatient services at Foundations Minnesota
Foundations Minnesota’s outpatient offerings include PHP, IOP and virtual outpatient options, helping give patients more flexibility and structured support for recovery. Our admissions team can help determine the appropriate level of care. Adults seeking LGBTQ+ programming may access the PRIDE Program at the Minneapolis location.
