Nova Recovery Center
Dallas Outpatient Rehab Center
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What clients say
Trusted by clients across Texas
4.6 from 434 Google reviews across 9 locations
Across Nova Recovery Center, Briarwood Detox Center and Eudaimonia Recovery Homes
★★★★★
“Nova is far from perfect, and some of the information can be misleading. But if you want to cover the 12 Steps while enjoying good food and a beautiful scenic view, this is the place for you. The…”
10 months ago · Wimberley
★★★★★
“I did 90 days at Nova Recovery 6 years ago. I am still sober today. And living a life I could have never imagined. The people and the program they are running impacted me for a lifetime. Better than…”
2 years ago · Wimberley
★★★★★
“I went to Nova almost 9 months ago and I wouldn’t change it for the world. The staff when I first entered were very nice and welcoming. As a 19 year old that didn’t know what I was getting myself…”
2 years ago · Austin
★★★★★
“Nova Recovery Center has been an invaluable part of my journey to sobriety. The intensive inpatient program, coupled with the unwavering support and guidance from my recovery specialist, Mark Rector…”
2 years ago · Austin
★★★★★
“I had such a positive experience at Nova Recovery in Wimberley! The staff genuinely cares and went above and beyond to support me every step of the way. The peaceful setting made it easier to focus…”
a year ago · Wimberley
★★★★★
“I love Nova so freaking much. Nova has saved my life in more ways than one. I was hopeless and had no solution suffering from this disease. The staff there never gave up on me. I was the worst client…”
2 years ago · Austin
★★★★★
“I know Mark rector is non-binary however it saved my life and it did a good job with CPR and I don't know how aside from staying sober I could ever repay it thank you Mr or Mrs or whatever you're…”
8 months ago · Austin
★★★★★
“It's been a few years since I was a patient at Nova Recovery Center. Recently I have been reflecting on my time there and how incredibly grateful I am for the experience I had. I have been to 7 rehab…”
2 years ago · Austin
Intensive Drug and Alcohol Outpatient Rehab
Intensive outpatient in Dallas
The Dallas intensive outpatient program meets three times a week at a clinical location, with virtual groups as an alternative, and is designed as the step that follows residential rehab.
It addresses the particular problems that show up after inpatient treatment ends, and it does so without taking your week: school, work and obligations at home all continue while you complete it.
Every session is led by a licensed counselor and shared with other people in recovery, which is where the personal growth, the practical life skills and the addiction education actually come from.
- Schedule
- Three times a week
- Format
- In person or virtual groups
- Where it fits
- After residential rehab
- What continues
- School, work, home
Admissions can confirm session times and whether your insurance covers the program.
Our Intensive Outpatient Program Provides Extensive Accountability and Support for Lasting Sobriety
Our Dallas outpatient rehab program gives clients access to many services and benefits that improve life in recovery, including:
- Accountability for sustained sobriety: Staying sober after rehab is challenging without the right support. No matter how determined you are, you’ll need accountability to achieve lasting sobriety. Without it, you are much more likely to relapse. Our Dallas IOP will provide the necessary accountability you need to achieve your sobriety goals and stay sober.
- Supportive peer community: A supportive peer community is an essential component of lasting sobriety. Our IOP provides an outlet where you can connect with other sober individuals and learn how to manage the challenges of early recovery. Our outpatient rehab program can also be supplemented with recovery support group attendance in Dallas, which will provide an even more extensive recovery community.
- Essential life skills: The development of certain skills and tools like establishing social boundaries and relationships, problem-solving, and effective communication will reduce the likelihood of relapse and provide a smoother transition out of rehab and back into society. Our IOP allows you to dive in deep and practice these skills in a safe and supportive environment.
- Experience Dallas living: Dallas is an excellent place to live, work, and play, especially if you’re searching for a fresh, new beginning for your sober life. One of the largest cities in Texas, Dallas offers amazing food, fun sober activities, and a supportive local recovery community.
We accept most major insurance
Most major insurance covers treatment here
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Would you prefer to stay at home for your outpatient sessions?
We offer convenient and effective online treatment for drug and alcohol addiction. Same quality, same value, more convenience.
- Attend fully interactive online group sessions through a convenient video platform.
- Access your treatment program from your computer, phone, or tablet.
- Get individualized and comprehensive treatment from a licensed counselor at a licensed Texas facility.
- Gain valuable tools and skills that will help you stay sober.
- Establish a sober support system through regular interaction with treatment professionals and other sober people.
- Avoid face-to-face encounters during the worldwide coronavirus pandemic.
How Long Does IOP Take?
Nova Recovery Center’s Dallas IOP lasts about eight weeks. During this time, you’ll cover topics like social skills, problem-solving, relapse prevention, family dynamics, and more. As a result, our Dallas IOP is an excellent two-month extension to your time in residential drug rehab and it will give you additional time to practice and solidify the skills you learned in residential rehab. If you’re searching for addiction recovery support in Dallas, this outpatient program offers lasting benefits that will fuel your ongoing sobriety.
Nova Clients Receive Evidence and Research-Based Outpatient Treatment Backed By Addiction Treatment Professionals
Treatment Modalities
- Individual Drug Counseling: You will meet with a clinical counselor weekly to participate in discussions focused on the underlying causes of your addiction or life experiences that contributed to it. In individual therapy, you’re invited to share your thoughts in a private, judgment-free zone where you can be completely honest about your behavior and thoughts.
- Group Counseling: These sessions will help you modify your thoughts and behaviors to line up with your recovery goals. You’ll also begin to develop meaningful connections with group members as you share your struggles, feedback, support, and continually hold each other accountable.
- Educational Lectures: Get answers to key questions you have about addiction, such as “Why can’t I stop?” or “Why do I need this to get through the day?” and gain valuable insight into your behavior and thought processes. This process is very useful for relapse prevention and personal growth and it provides a safe space to ask questions.
Specialized Therapies
- Experiential Therapy: This type of therapy can make treatment more comfortable by putting you in an environment where you feel more comfortable, such as outside or with a musical instrument. These activities help you come to terms with complex emotions and face them without turning to alcohol or drug abuse.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: This is a highly effective therapy that is often used during addiction treatment. With the help of your licensed therapist, you can learn how to stop self-destructive behaviors and self-monitor with valuable skills and strategies that will empower you to deal with stress, triggers, cravings, and high-risk situations.
- 12-Step Facilitation Therapy: This is a behavioral therapy that promotes lasting abstinence from drugs and alcohol with long-term engagement in a 12-Step recovery program. “Working the steps” includes practicing three key ideas in life: surrender, acceptance, and active involvement with a peer support group.
- Contingency Management: This type of therapy recognizes positive behaviors, like staying sober or completing your recovery program requirements, with tangible rewards like day passes for family visits or extra recreational activities. On the other hand, negative behaviors are opportunities for personal reflection and productive discussion.
Get a Fresh Start In the Exciting Exciting City of Dallas
If you seek a fresh start, consider moving to Dallas. The city offers countless ways to connect with sober peers and expand your interests while enjoying a vibrant, alcohol-free lifestyle.
Dallas has a robust, diverse economy fueled by IT, telecommunications, financial services, healthcare, defense, and transportation. Consequently, finding a new career after rehab may be easier here.
Dallas offers over 41 colleges and universities within the metro area. As a result, continuing education or starting a new academic journey during IOP becomes much more feasible.
Dallas enjoys a diverse population, including one of the nation’s largest LGBT communities. Coupled with a wealth of weekly 12‑Step and non‑12‑Step meetings, clients gain easy access to a strong, supportive recovery network.
Dallas excels at sober recreation. With 406 parks, 4,400 acres of lakes, and 61 miles of trails, outdoor fitness abounds. Plus, the city boasts museums, zoos, sports venues, and amusement parks, ensuring sober clients always have something fun to do.
In short, Dallas offers a supportive recovery environment: economic opportunity, educational growth, community support, and vibrant sober recreation.
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What Makes Us Different
- Gender-specific treatment
- Evidenced-based treatment
- 12-Step immersion
- 90-day residential treatment
- Family program
- Full continuum of care
- Insurance and private pay
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Nova Recovery Center is dedicated to helping you or your loved one get help. Please call or fill out this form for a confidential consultation. One of our understanding, dedicated advisors will contact you about your options. Begin healing today.
Frequently Asked Questions About IOP in Dallas
How long does an intensive outpatient program last?
IOP typically runs several sessions a week over a period of weeks to a few months, with the schedule tapering as you progress. The exact length depends on clinical need rather than a fixed course.
Can I keep working or studying?
That is the point of the format. IOP is built so people can live at home and keep their job, studies or family commitments while attending structured treatment. If your schedule makes in-person sessions impossible, we also run an online program.
Is IOP enough on its own, or do I need detox first?
It depends on whether you are physically dependent. If withdrawal needs managing, detox comes first and IOP follows. If not, IOP may be the right starting point. The free assessment is what settles that, and we will tell you if you need a higher level of care than we would be providing.
Does insurance cover IOP?
Most plans that cover behavioral health cover intensive outpatient treatment, and federal parity law requires plans covering substance use treatment to do so on terms no more restrictive than medical care. What you pay depends on your deductible and coinsurance, so let us verify your specific benefits at no cost.
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