Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) in Denver
Day and evening tracks at our Lakewood center, 15 minutes from downtown Denver, built to fit around work
- 3 or 4 days a week, 9 to 12 hours
- Evening track for daytime jobs
- Group and individual therapy every week
Admissions will call you to go over your coverage, usually within minutes during admissions hours. If it's urgent, call (720) 807-9847.
Licenses and accreditations
Measured outcomes46% improvement in overall recovery after 4 weeks of treatment, compared with a 37% national average (TRAC9, 2025). See all five outcome measures.
What IOP for alcohol and drug use is, and who it fits
IOP is structured treatment a few days a week while you live at home. Most people step down to it from partial hospitalization; others start here directly if they are medically stable. It's one step in our levels of care.
- Medical detoxMorrison
- ResidentialMorrison
- PHPLakewood
- IOPLakewood or onlineYOU ARE HERE
- Ascent sober livingLakewood
Treatment outcomes we measure
Since 2021, Red Rock has measured every client's progress with TRAC9, so we can see what's working and adjust care. Here's how our clients compare with the national average.
- Global Recovery Score46%improvement in overall recovery after 4 weeks of treatmentRed Rock 46% compared with a national average of 37%.
- Spirituality220%improvement in spirituality, a key resilience factorRed Rock 220% compared with a national average of 148%.
- Optimism78%increase in optimismRed Rock 78% compared with a national average of 53%.
- Depression47%reduction in symptoms of depressionRed Rock 47% compared with a national average of 39%.
- Quality of life76.94average quality-of-life score in recoveryRed Rock 76.94 compared with a national average of 71.8.
Source: Red Rock client outcomes measured with TRAC9, compared with TRAC9 national averages (2025; quality of life is a 0–100 score). Results describe averages across clients and aren't a promise of any one person's outcome.
A schedule that fits your week
Three or four days a week, 9 to 12 hours in all. Choose the day track or the evening track.
Evening IOP: treatment after work
Our evening intensive outpatient program meets from about 6 to 9 PM, three or four evenings a week, at our Lakewood center, about 15 minutes from downtown Denver. It's the same IOP as the day track, built for people who need rehab after work, school or family time.
The evening track starts after a normal workday, so FMLA usually isn't needed. If you're stepping down from PHP and need a short leave, read about treatment and your job.
Support that comes with IOP
Mental health is part of your IOP plan, not handled somewhere else, with medication management on the team. If mental health is your main concern rather than substance use, our sister program, Colorado Mental Health Services, runs a mental health IOP.
Dual diagnosis treatmentIf home isn't a safe place to stay sober right now, Ascent's men's and women's townhouses in Lakewood are for clients enrolled in our PHP or IOP.
Ascent sober livingColorado residents can attend the same program by secure video from home.
Virtual IOPGetting started in IOP
A therapist-led phone assessment, an insurance check, then a start date.
Admissions will call you to go over your coverage, usually within minutes during admissions hours. If it's urgent, call (720) 807-9847.
Insurance for IOP
In network with these plans. Admissions confirms your benefits before you come in.
Admissions will call you to go over your coverage, usually within minutes during admissions hours. If it's urgent, call (720) 807-9847.
IOP at our Lakewood center
8805 W 14th Ave #200
Lakewood, CO 80215
PHP, IOP and Ascent sober living, at our Lakewood center.
Many clients come straight from work for the evening track.
What clients and families say
I spent 33 days at base camp And was able to detox And learn about my disease and the skills I need to keep moving forward. I am currently In my 2nd month at IOP in Lakewood I love the meetings and the community It has been so helpful and I would recommend it to anybody
I've struggled a few times through the last couple years. Red Rock has been consistent and caring with my recovery. I 100% recommend anyone struggling for the care and focus they provide. Plus the after-program care is top notch
If your loved one is facing addiction, this is the place to be. The entire staff is professional and caring. My son is now in a Red Rocks sober living facility and has been drug and alcohol free for almost three weeks. He is excited about being apart of this program and is embracing his sobriety.
Bre my case worker was amazing in finding me help after treatment . The whole staff was caring and understanding during a hard time . So thankful for all them ! !
This was my first time getting help for my addictions. I learned a lot from group sessions and really appreciated the schedule and staff. I’ve taken a lot of things I’ve learned from base camp with me after. I would 100% recommend Red Rocks to anyone struggling with addiction.
I decided that I couldn’t handle my addiction on my own and contacted Red Rock Recovery Center. They changed my life. From day one, I realized I was in a place where I was genuinely being cared for, by both the staff and the other people in my group. They offer peer support groups and endless sober meetups after you graduate. You’re never left alone. You’re provided with every resource imaginable and are supported for the rest of your life. I’m beyond thankful for RRRC, for their care and for their never ending support. You’re not alone out there. Promise. There is a community out there committed to your wellbeing.
Red Rock has a solid foundation w people who actually care about others at the core of it. I’m extremely grateful to the staff and community of this place and I will always talk highly about the program and most of the therapists. 10/10 would recommend
Absolutely life changing. My kids will never have to live with a drunk mommy and I feel so in control of my own life decisions now that I’m sober. I’m so grateful that I get to live a sober life for and with my children
Questions about IOP
What days and times is IOP?
IOP meets three or four days a week, 9 to 12 hours in all. Groups meet Monday to Thursday, with a day track from about 8 to 11 AM and an evening track from about 6 to 9 PM for people with daytime jobs. Admissions confirms the current schedule and which track has openings. See what to expect in your first week.
Can I keep working during IOP?
Yes. IOP is designed to fit around work, and the evening track is for people with daytime jobs, so most clients don't need FMLA or time off. If you need a short leave, for example while stepping down from PHP, read about treatment and your job and how we can help with paperwork.
How long does IOP last?
IOP is variable length, set by your progress and goals rather than a fixed calendar. Many clients start in partial hospitalization first and step down to IOP as they get stronger. Your therapist reviews your plan regularly and talks with you about when you are ready for aftercare.
Does your IOP meet a DUI or level II requirement?
Court and DUI requirements in Colorado vary, and whether our IOP satisfies a specific level II requirement depends on your case. Call admissions before you enroll so they can check what your court or evaluator needs and tell you honestly whether our program meets it. You can start admissions by phone or online.
Is there an online option?
Yes. Colorado residents who can't reach Lakewood in person, or need more flexibility, can attend our Virtual IOP. It uses the same clinical team and approach as in-person IOP, with live groups and individual sessions on a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform. Admissions confirms during your assessment whether it fits your needs.
Does insurance cover IOP?
IOP is covered by our in-network plans: Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Optum, UMR and TRICARE. Health First Colorado (Medicaid) can cover IOP too. Admissions checks your exact benefits, including copays, before you start. See the insurance we accept, or verify your plan online.
Can I live in sober living during IOP?
Yes. Our Ascent sober living homes in Lakewood are for clients enrolled in our PHP or IOP, with separate men's and women's townhouses. Living there gives you structure and peer support in the evenings while you attend IOP. Admissions can tell you about current openings.
Can I start IOP without detox or residential?
Yes, if the assessment shows you are medically stable. If you are still using daily or could go into withdrawal, medical detox usually comes first, because withdrawal from alcohol, benzodiazepines and opioids can be dangerous. Admissions talks this through with you on the first call.
Do you treat anxiety and depression in IOP?
Yes, alongside substance use. Anxiety, depression, trauma and other co-occurring conditions are part of your IOP plan, with psychiatric care available for medication management. If mental health is your main concern rather than substance use, we will point you to the right program. Read about dual diagnosis treatment.
Do you drug test in PHP and IOP?
Yes. Random urine drug screens and breathalyzer tests are part of PHP and IOP. They aren't a punishment: they help you and your therapist see how recovery is going and adjust your plan.
Will I work with people in recovery?
Yes. Many of our staff, including our founders, are in long-term recovery themselves, and peers in recovery support you alongside your clinical team. Read about our founders.
