Evening IOP in Denver, Colorado
An evening intensive outpatient program for rehab after work, at our Lakewood center 15 minutes from downtown Denver
- About 6 to 9 PM, 3 or 4 evenings a week
- Keep your job, no FMLA needed for most
- 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 is an evening intensive outpatient program?
Evening IOP is structured addiction treatment that meets after the workday. You get the same therapy as day IOP, 9 to 12 hours a week across three or four evenings, and you live at home or in Ascent sober living. It's a good fit if you're medically stable and need real treatment, but can't step away from work, school or family during the day.
- Working adultsKeep your job and your paycheck. Most people in evening IOP don't need FMLA or time off.
- Parents and caregiversDays stay free for kids, school runs and family, with treatment after the day is done.
- StudentsClasses in the day, treatment in the evening, and no semester put on hold.
- Stepping downFor people finishing residential or PHP who are going back to work.
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.
IOP after work: a typical evening
An example evening. Group topics and times vary, and admissions confirms your schedule before you start.
- Group therapyMost of each evening is spent in small, therapist-led groups with others in early recovery.
- Individual therapy every weekOne-on-one sessions with your therapist at least once a week, as at every level of care.
- Relapse prevention and coping skillsPractical tools for cravings, stress and the people and places that used to mean drinking or using.
- Mental health care tooAnxiety, depression and trauma are treated alongside substance use, with medication management when you need it.
- 12-step basedA 12-step rooted approach, and admissions can help you find Denver-area meetings that fit your evenings.
- Online optionColorado residents who can't get to Lakewood can join live groups by video in our Virtual IOP.
Getting started in evening IOP
A therapist-led phone assessment, an insurance check, then a start date. Same-day intake is often possible (call for the daily cutoff time).
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 evening 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.
Evening IOP near Denver at our Lakewood center
8805 W 14th Ave #200
Lakewood, CO 80215
PHP, IOP and Ascent sober living, at our Lakewood center.
About 15 minutes from downtown Denver on the 6th Avenue Freeway.
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 evening IOP
What time is evening IOP?
Our evening intensive outpatient program meets from about 6 to 9 PM, three or four evenings a week, for 9 to 12 hours of treatment in all. Admissions confirms the current schedule and openings when you call.
Is evening IOP the same as day IOP?
Yes. It's the same program, therapists and level of care as our day IOP, just held in the evening so you can get treatment after work.
Can I go to rehab and keep working?
Yes. Evening IOP is built for that. Most clients keep their normal work hours and don't need FMLA. If you need more support first, a short stay in PHP or residential care can come before evening IOP; read about treatment and your job.
Where is your evening IOP?
At our Lakewood outpatient center, about 15 minutes from downtown Denver. Colorado residents can also join by video through Virtual IOP.
Does insurance cover evening IOP?
Evening IOP is covered the same way as day IOP. Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Optum, UMR and TRICARE plans can cover it. Verify your insurance and admissions will confirm your benefits.
How long does evening IOP last?
It's variable length, based on your progress rather than a fixed date. Your therapist reviews your plan with you as you go, and aftercare and our alumni program keep you connected afterwards.
Do I need detox before evening IOP?
Not always. If you're physically dependent on alcohol, benzodiazepines or opioids, stopping can be dangerous, so the assessment may recommend medical detox first. If you're medically stable, you can start evening IOP directly.
Do you drug test in evening IOP?
Yes. Random urine drug screens and breathalyzer tests are part of IOP, in the evening track as in the day track. They help you and your therapist see how recovery is going.
