Substance Use

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

Envision a self beyond substances

This program uses Mentalization-based Therapy (MBT) to help you understand your inner life and the role substances may have played in managing it.

Our aim is to help you strengthen your capacity for good relationships, meaningful engagements and lighthearted moments. Through music, ancient wisdom, interpersonal workshops and more, clients build skills, shift stances and take steps toward personal goals.

Program Details

IOP Program

Duration
12 Weeks

Group Schedule
Mon, Tues, Thurs,
10AM – 1PM
+ 1 Individual Session/Week

Start Date
Rolling Admissions

Is this program right for me?

People struggle with substance use in many different ways. If the phrases below sound like you, our intensive outpatient program could be a good fit.

“I’m worried about my substance use but not sure where to start”

“I’ve completed a residential program and I’m looking for the next step”

“I’ve tried everything and nothing has worked. I need a new approach.”

It can be hard to know whether your substance use qualifies as a disorder. This list of criteria can help you determine whether you need outside help.

DSM-5 Criteria for Substance Use Disorders

We support a wide range of substance use challenges, including:

Alcohol

Cannabis

Stimulants e.g., cocaine, methamphetamine, other amphetamines

Opioids e.g., heroin, fentanyl, oxycodone, codeine

Sedative & Anxiety Medications e.g., Xanax, benzodiazepines, hypnotics

Hallucinogens e.g., LSD, psilocybin/mushrooms, mescaline

Dissociatives e.g., PCP, ketamine, dextromethorphan

Synthetic Drugs e.g., Spice, K2, synthetic cannabinoids

Emerging Substances e.g., kratom, novel psychoactive substances

The Substance Use Recovery Program

The Program

A path of connection & self-expression

Intake & Orientation

1 individual session

Each treatment starts with an initial assessment. Our team will work with you to understand where you are, where you’re going, and how to best achieve your goals. We’ll take into account your personality, strengths, needs, and life circumstances.

Contact our team to set up a consultation

We’ll help you determine if our program is the right fit for you.

Call (212) 838-0044
Email admissions@silverhillnewyork.org

Intensive Outpatient Program

12 weeks, 3 group & 1 individual session per week

Group work is the core of our substance use program. Working with others creates a shared community and communal learning experience.

You’ll encounter new concepts, engaging your mind and challenging your assumptions.

The group program meets Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, with a 1 hour session at 9AM and a 1.5 hour session at 10:30AM. In addition, each client receives one individual counseling session per week.

Weekly Schedule

Monday

10AM

MBT Psychoeducation & Process Group

Learn how we build “models” of ourselves and others, and how this sometimes goes awry when we experience intense emotions.

Mentalization Workshop for Personal Goals

11:30AM

Develop your ability to understand your own thoughts and those of others, especially under stress, and learn how to manage those situations more effectively.

Tuesday

10AM

Reflective Capacity Through the Arts

Creativity can unlock new ways to express thoughts and emotions, and uncover insights. Through art, music and other activities, you’ll find fresh paths to help you grow.

Ancient Wisdom, Perspectives and Coping

11:30AM

Ancient wisdom from the Stoics, such as accepting what one cannot control, is embedded in many modern psychotherapies. MBT helps with tolerance of uncertainty and broadening perspective which can decrease anxiety and increase hope.

Thursday

10AM

Connection & Mindfulness for Stress Tolerance

Experience being fully present in the moment, and build tolerance for sitting with painful emotions. Learn to ask for what you want, maintain self-respect and build healthy relationships with others.

Mentalization Workshop for Better Relationships

11:30AM

Healthy relationships are essential for lasting recovery, but they’re not without challenges. You’ll learn skills to strengthen bonds with family, friends and partners.

Long-term Recovery Groups

Following the IOP, we offer ongoing recovery groups designed to help you keep on track and practice the skills you’ve developed. This is also a great way to stay in touch with team members and fellow clients, maintaining a strong support system over time.

Recovering from substance use isn’t always a straight line. This group uses techniques from Mentalization Based Therapy (MBT) to help you reflect on your own internal states, so you can better understand yourself and others. These skills will help you adapt to the challenges of life and keep your recovery on track.