How to start IOP at MWI Health in Sioux Falls
Starting an intensive outpatient program is simpler than most people expect. Our admissions team handles insurance verification, the clinical assessment, and scheduling, so you can focus on being ready. Most people move from first call to first session within days.
MWI Health offers two IOP tracks, Substance Use and Dual Diagnosis, in person in Downtown Sioux Falls and virtually throughout South Dakota. We will walk you through every step and answer your questions before you commit to anything.
What to expect
What happens when you reach out
MWI Health's intensive outpatient program in Sioux Falls provides structured, clinical treatment without a residential stay. Our IOP is built for adults working through a substance use disorder, on its own or alongside a co-occurring mental health condition, who need more than weekly therapy but want to keep living at home and meeting their responsibilities.
Sessions meet three days per week, about three hours each, and include evidence-based group therapy, individual counseling, psychiatric support, and skill-building, all led by licensed clinicians.
IOP works as a step down from inpatient, residential, or partial hospitalization care, or as a step up when standard weekly therapy is not enough. Before enrollment, our clinical team completes a thorough assessment, including a substance use screening, to confirm the right level of care.
Our IOP programs
Two IOP tracks at MWI Health
Your clinical assessment determines which track fits your diagnosis, history, and goals. Both tracks follow the same Monday, Wednesday, Thursday morning schedule, in person or virtually across South Dakota.
Substance Use IOP
Outpatient treatment for alcohol and drug use disorders, with relapse prevention, motivational work, and recovery support led by licensed clinicians.
Requires a current substance use disorder diagnosis Learn about Substance Use IOPDual Diagnosis IOP
Integrated treatment for a substance use disorder occurring alongside a mental health condition such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, or a mood disorder, addressed together by one clinical team.
Requires a substance use disorder plus a mental health condition Learn about Dual Diagnosis IOP
Your care team
Randie Abbas
Licensed Addiction Counselor
As a Licensed Addiction Counselor, Randie supports people in our Substance Use and Dual Diagnosis IOP tracks through group and individual counseling and relapse prevention, helping build the skills that make recovery hold.
Meet Randie AbbasIOP schedule
A time that fits around your life
Our IOP meets Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, in person at our Downtown Sioux Falls clinic (317 North Main Avenue, Ste 100) or virtually for patients throughout South Dakota.
Downtown Sioux Falls
Attend structured sessions in person at our Downtown Sioux Falls clinic. Group therapy, individual counseling, and skills-based curriculum, three mornings per week, built to fit around afternoon work and family commitments.
Virtual IOP
Same schedule, same clinical team, same evidence-based curriculum, delivered to patients throughout South Dakota through secure, HIPAA-compliant video.
Step by step
How IOP admissions works
Our admissions process removes the barriers between you and care. Here is exactly what to expect, from first contact to first session.
Contact us
Same dayCall (605) 800-7477 or submit the intake form. Our coordinator gathers basic information, answers your first questions, and explains what comes next. This takes about 10 to 15 minutes.
Insurance verification
Within 24 hoursWe contact your insurance directly to verify IOP benefits and give you a clear picture of any out-of-pocket costs before you decide anything. We handle this step for you, with nothing required on your part.
Clinical assessment
1 to 2 daysA licensed clinician completes a confidential 45 to 60 minute evaluation of your history, substance use, current symptoms, and goals. It determines your diagnosis, level of care, and whether Substance Use or Dual Diagnosis IOP fits.
Begin treatment
Within daysOnce your assessment is complete and insurance is confirmed, we schedule your first session, in person in Downtown Sioux Falls or virtually from anywhere in South Dakota. Same-week enrollment is available in most cases.
Meet your clinical team and group members. Review program expectations, scheduling, and confidentiality.
Work with your therapist to set personalized goals based on your assessment and clinical needs.
Begin group therapy and individual counseling as part of your structured weekly schedule.
When appropriate, meet a psychiatric provider for medication evaluation and management as part of your plan.
Good to know
Common questions about starting IOP
MWI Health offers two IOP tracks. Substance Use IOP is for adults with a current substance use disorder. Dual Diagnosis IOP is for adults who have a substance use disorder alongside a mental health condition such as depression, anxiety, or PTSD, treated together by one clinical team. A confidential assessment determines which track fits your situation.
Yes. Because of South Dakota licensing requirements, every participant in our IOP carries a current substance use disorder diagnosis. Your clinical assessment includes a substance use screening to confirm the right level of care before enrollment.
An Intensive Outpatient Program is a structured level of treatment that provides therapy several days per week without an overnight stay. At MWI Health, our IOP includes group therapy, individual counseling, and psychiatric support, meeting three days per week for about three hours per session. It suits people who need more support than weekly therapy but do not require round-the-clock supervision.
Most people are in IOP for about 8 to 12 weeks, though the exact length depends on your progress and clinical recommendations. Treatment plans are reviewed regularly, and our team helps you plan the right time to step down to standard outpatient care.
Yes. IOP is designed to let you keep your daily responsibilities. Sessions run on a single morning schedule, and our virtual option adds flexibility, so most people continue working or attending school throughout the program.
We accept most major insurance plans, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, and Tricare. Our admissions team verifies your specific benefits before treatment begins. Call (605) 800-7477 for a free insurance check.
Yes. You can choose the virtual option during intake. Our online IOP follows the same schedule, clinical team, and curriculum as our in-person program and is available to patients throughout South Dakota through secure, HIPAA-compliant video.
Most people begin within a few days of their first contact. Our admissions team moves quickly to verify insurance, complete the clinical assessment, and schedule your first session. Same-week enrollment is available in most cases.
No. You do not need a referral to start IOP at MWI Health. You can self-refer by calling (605) 800-7477 or submitting the intake form on this page. We also accept referrals from healthcare providers, therapists, hospitals, and family members.
Medically reviewed
Reviewed by Clay J. Pavlis, MD
Board-certified psychiatrist and Chief Medical Officer of MWI Health.
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