The Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) has a few layers, but the core is group therapy. While most people aren't excited by the idea of being in a group for therapy, it could be worth a try to see for yourself why it works, even if you've tried group therapy before. Further, our IOP is not 12-step. The IOP Chicago program is led by an experienced counselor. You work through core issues like motivation, preventing negative thought patterns, preventing return to use, and establishing or rebuilding healthy relationships. You also work through underlying issues like depression or anxiety. Groups are small and personal. At Symetria Recovery, you have access to unlimited one-on-one therapy, too. It's the highest-rated IOP program in Chicago.