Structured Programs for Substance Use Disorders

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Established in Valdosta, Georgia, Bridgeway Recovery Center is dedicated to empowering individuals with alcohol and substance use disorders to achieve long-term recovery and stable sobriety. We understand that each person's journey is unique, with distinct challenges and aspirations. That's why our comprehensive outpatient treatment programs are designed to "meet clients where they are," equipping them with the essential skills and strategies to navigate life's stressors in healthier ways while focusing on overall wellness.

At Bridgeway, we prioritize high-quality treatment that respects the individuality of every client. By taking into account each person's personal history, current situation, and long-term goals, we create individualized treatment plans that blend time-tested methods with innovative strategies. Our talented and experienced treatment team is dedicated to ensuring that every client receives the highest standard of care to support their path to recovery.

Outpatient treatment at Bridgeway is flexible enough to integrate therapy into your daily life. Patients attend regular sessions—sometimes even in evenings or on weekends—to balance treatment with personal and professional responsibilities. With three progressive levels of care, our programs are aligned with the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Levels of Care, ensuring that as clients advance, reintegration into home, social, and professional life becomes increasingly seamless.

What is HIOP? A High-Intensity Outpatient Program (HIOP) is a specialized addiction treatment option offering a higher level of care than traditional outpatient programs. HIOP and Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) are often used interchangeably or considered equivalent in many contexts, both classified as ASAM Level 2.5.

Offering at least 20 hours of structured support per week, our HIOP/PHP is designed for individuals who need intensive support while allowing them to maintain daily routines and responsibilities. This program does not require round-the-clock care but provides comprehensive oversight through daily group sessions and individual weekly counseling, along with regular medical supervision, tailored treatment planning, education on relapse prevention, family involvement, and access to supportive services like sober living arrangements when needed.

Who Benefits from HIOP/PHP:This level of care is particularly effective for individuals who:

• Have completed residential treatment and need continued support during transition
• Face moderate to high relapse risks and require more structure than standard outpatient care
• Benefit from staying connected to family, work, or education during recovery
• Need daily oversight yet do not require 24-hour residential care
• Are looking for a bridge between intensive residential care and standard outpatient treatment

The HIOP/PHP program serves as a critical stepping-stone following detox and residential treatment, providing a structured environment that helps patients build strong recovery habits while staying connected to their daily lives. It offers a safe space to practice coping skills, manage triggers, and prepare for long-term recovery while maintaining community connections.

With a commitment of 9 to 20 hours of structured treatment per week, IOP blends individual therapy, group sessions, educational workshops, and support groups to help clients manage their sobriety while maintaining everyday responsibilities. IOP leverages evidence-based therapies—including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing—along with relapse prevention strategies, family and individual therapy, and essential life skills training to build a resilient, sober lifestyle.

Designed for those who have recently transitioned from more intensive levels of care or who exhibit a less severe substance use disorder, this program offers a structured engagement with addiction professionals for at least three hours per week. OP is ideal for clients who are stable and capable of integrating treatment within their regular routines, providing ongoing support to maintain long-term recovery.

Our programs fit within The ASAM Criteria framework, which evaluates patients across six dimensions to create personalized treatment plans. This ensures individuals receive appropriate care based on factors like withdrawal risks, behavioral issues, readiness to change, and relapse potential. This comprehensive assessment allows us to match each client with the most suitable level of care for their unique situation.

At Bridgeway Recovery Center, our mission is to empower you to take charge of your recovery journey. We invite you to explore our programs and let our dedicated team help guide you to a healthier, more balanced life. If you're ready to begin a transformative path toward sustained sobriety, we're here to support you every step of the way.

Would you like to learn more about our treatment philosophy or hear success stories from individuals who have walked this journey? Just give us a call. We are extremely passionate and proud of our successes, about serving our clients, our communities and their families, with compassion for what we have accomplished together as a team. You can do it. We can help!