Sometimes an hour a week isn't enough, but stepping away from your whole life isn't the answer either. An intensive outpatient program gives you structured, frequent support while you sleep in your own bed and stay connected to the people who matter.
An intensive outpatient program, or IOP, is a step up from weekly therapy and a step down from inpatient or residential care. You attend structured treatment several times a week, then go home each day, so you get meaningful support without putting the rest of your life on hold.
Our IOP blends group sessions, individual support, and psychiatric oversight, all under the supervision of a board-certified psychiatrist. It's designed for people who need more than a weekly appointment can provide but who are safe to remain at home.
A clear structure that meets you where you are.
A psychiatrist assesses whether IOP is the right level of care for your needs and goals.
You're placed into a program schedule of several sessions per week over several weeks.
You build skills in group sessions and work one-on-one, with medication managed as needed.
As you stabilize, we transition you to ongoing outpatient care so progress holds.
Your psychiatrist will confirm the appropriate level of care at your evaluation.
Your treatment plan is directed by a board-certified psychiatrist, so your care is grounded in medical training, not a one-size-fits-all protocol.
The region voted us Best Psychiatrist in 2023, a reflection of the trust patients and families place in our team.
Therapy, medication, and advanced treatments under one roof in St. George and Cedar City, plus telehealth across Utah.
We accept most major insurance for our intensive outpatient program and verify your benefits before you begin.
Dr. Hendleman founded Better Balance Psychiatry to bring advanced, evidence-based care to southern Utah. He specializes in treatment-resistant depression, trauma in uniformed service members, and advanced treatments including TMS, Spravato, and IV ketamine.
Learn MoreAn IOP is structured treatment attended several times a week while you continue living at home. It's a step up from weekly therapy and a step down from inpatient care.
IOP typically involves several sessions per week over several weeks. Your exact schedule is set during your evaluation based on your needs.
In many cases, yes. IOP is designed to provide intensive support while allowing you to maintain daily responsibilities. Your team will help you plan a workable schedule.
Our IOP supports depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions. A psychiatrist determines whether it's the right level of care for you.
We accept most major insurance plans and verify your benefits before you begin so you understand your expected cost.
Your care stays coordinated under one roof. If another approach is a better fit, your psychiatrist can help you get there.
Reach out for a confidential evaluation to see whether our IOP is the right fit. We'll help you find the right level of care. No referral required.
In-person care in St. George and Cedar City · Telehealth across Utah
