A client will be admitted into the IOP after a full clinical assessment has been completed. The criteria for the client's program structure is based upon the findings of the initial assessment. The structure of the client's treatment program is based on the information obtained in the assessment of both the client and the parents. The essential element for a successful treatment program is family participation.

The IOP program is designed to work in three phases. Each phase is a crucial element to the client's ability to stay in recovery. All three phases of the structured program includes peer groups, multi-family groups, education, individual counseling, weekly drug screens, 12-Step support, behavior contract and case management.