Drug and Alcohol Dual Diagnosis Intensive Outpatient Program

Persad Center’s Drug and Alcohol Dual Diagnosis Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is the first LGBTQ+ competent IOP in the Greater Pittsburgh Area. The IOP is a structured program for those individuals who need more support than traditional outpatient therapy and is often a step down from inpatient treatment and/or partial hospitalization.

Those enrolled in Persad’s IOP will attend 9 hours of group for the first 4 weeks, then 6 hours of group for the remaining 12 weeks. In addition to group therapy, participants have their own therapist, as well as psychiatric/medication management services with Persad’s Medical Director. 

The IOP uses the Matrix Model as the treatment approach. It draws on multiple evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy, contingency management, and 12-step facilitation therapy. Through this particular model, therapists will assist participants with stopping the addiction cycle, identifying triggers, introducing support systems, and learning skills to support recovery and maintain sobriety.

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To sign up for this program or to make a referral, contact our Intake . Current Persad clients can access the IOP by speaking to their therapist.