modified IOP

Modified IOP for Sexual Compulsivity

The purpose of this program is to assist individual who are struggling with going through the detox process from pornography addiction or other sexual compulsivity. Clinical experience indicates that the success of an individuals treatment and quest for long term sobriety relies very heavily on how well they are able to go through the detox process. Detoxing refers to the adjustment the mind and body must make as they work towards a new equilibrium of dealing with life with out being sexually intoxicated. By the time someone seeks help for sexual compulsivity, sex has commonly become a way for him or her to cope with the every day challenges of life. Whatever disturbing feelings the sex has helped them to cover up, they are going to have to feel when the stop using the sex. This is why relapse is so common. Individuals often report increased anxiety, irritability, sleep disturbances and difficulties concentrating when they go through the detox process. Some report having “using dreams” in which they actually dream they are using the pornography or sex as they have been used to.

The modified IOP program offers additional support for approximately four hours per day for six weeks. This give the patient the necessary help they need to avoid relapsing during a very critical period of time. The modified IOP program consists of the following:

-Individual therapy 1 times per week.

-Group therapy two times per week.

-Psycoeducational work daily.

-Stress Management

-Study and Reflection time.

IOP is normally followed by regular outpatient treatment which consists of weekly individual and group therapy. IOP treatment is especially helpful for those who have the following dynamics regarding their addiction:

-Sexual compulsivity issues that started in early childhood or adolescence.

-A number of failed attempts to stop the compulsive behavior

-Co addictions such as alcohol, gambling, debting, spending, etc.

-Past failed treatment attempts.

Comprehensive Treatment Clinic

Providing assessment and treatment for addictive and trauma disorders as well as general mental health problems