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Your recovery journey is as unique as you are. So whether you’re seeking treatment for the first time, stepping down from residential treatment, or experiencing a relapse, Serenity Treatment Center’s Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) provides enhanced support to win your battle against substance use disorder. For those experiencing addiction or in the earliest stages of recovery, our IOP offers a high level of structure and guidance.
Through individual counseling and group therapy, our experienced staff empowers individuals to build the inner resources to overcome addiction and thrive in recovery, while providing families with the assistance and education to navigate this journey together.
Our addiction treatment programs combat loneliness and isolation by placing a strong emphasis on community. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone, and at Serenity, you won’t.
While in treatment, you’ll build a network of peers who understand what you’re going through. Together, you’ll develop essential early recovery skills, relapse prevention strategies, and support methods. You’ll also learn how to navigate emotional triggers and avoid people, places, and situations that could get you off track.
Our community of caring staff, program graduates, and peers will walk alongside you every step of the way, providing the hope, support, and quality treatment you need to achieve lasting sobriety and reclaim your life.
In IOP, clients immerse themselves in a structured and supportive environment, spending 3 hours per day, 3 to 4 days a week in group therapy. During these morning or evening sessions, our focus is on equipping each person with the necessary tools and strategies for early recovery, relapse prevention, and personal growth.
From positive coping skills to stress management techniques and medication management, we'll equip you with the tools needed to build a solid foundation for lasting sobriety.
Through personalized plans and supportive discussions, we provide the resources and guidance necessary to identify triggers, develop coping mechanisms, and safeguard your progress.
In recovery, knowing how and where to build your support system is critical. From finding family members to exploring medication-assisted treatment options, we present many avenues to bolster your unique path to sobriety and well-being.
Through CBT modalities, you'll learn to challenge negative thought patterns, develop beneficial coping strategies, and cultivate positive behavioral changes essential for sustained recovery.
This approach focuses on enhancing moral reasoning and decision-making skills, fostering accountability, and promoting positive change for a fulfilling life beyond addiction.
Our intensive outpatient programs last approximately 12 weeks for many of our clients. However, in keeping with our commitment to individualized care, the actual length of treatment is determined by your unique needs and not by pre-determined, cookie-cutter timelines.
We have morning and evening intensive outpatient groups available to fit your schedule, as well as daytime assessments, one-on-one counseling with a highly-trained clinician, and peer support services throughout the day.
Our IOP groups have a higher level of care and the groups are kept small for plenty of focused attention. There is more accountability and engagement at this level of care compared to traditional OP, which might have slightly larger groups and meet only once a week.
Our IOP program provides adults 18 and over with focused, individualized support for successful recovery while allowing time to take care of daily responsibilities at home, work, or school. This program is ideal for those who:
Have completed a higher level of care, such as inpatient detox or PHP.
Are newly pursuing sobriety and need more support than traditional outpatient treatment programs provide, but do not need to sleep in a medical facility for round-the-clock monitoring.
Have been court-ordered to complete an IOP program.
Not sure what level of care you need? We’re here to help. Give us a call to discuss your situation and receive compassionate guidance to point you in the right direction.
At Serenity, we’re committed to guiding you toward a bright future free of substances. Take the first step towards lasting change and join us at our Intensive Outpatient Treatment Program in Frederick or Hagerstown today. Assessments may be scheduled within 48 hours of your initial call! Click the button below to get your program started now.
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Serenity Treatment Center, Inc. proudly offers individualized substance use disorder treatment for adults in Frederick and Hagerstown. With a deep commitment to the well being of our clients and our local community, our transformative, accessible programs put lasting recovery within reach.
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Katelyn is a great hard worker that always ask if we are good an how are day is going she’s an amazing individualPosted on Google![]()
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Serenity treatment center is the best in the area!! Katelynn is a great administrator! Carlton and Shae are by far the counselors I’ve ever had in treatment!!Posted on Google![]()
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Katelynn is great at her job, very friendly, professional and always supports us with positive affirmationsPosted on Google![]()
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I just want everyone to know they have someone who caresserenity is amazing place I love going to IOP everyone from my counselor Shay down to alona the amazing front desk lady and to our driver Fatboy.. I have never liked anything ever related to my recovery this place made me have a whole different outlook probably saved my lifePosted on Google![]()
Elizabeth WynnsJune 24, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Yeah serenity is amazing place I love going to IOP everyone from my counselor Shay down to alona the amazing front desk lady and to our driver Fatboy.. I have never liked anything ever related to my recovery this place made me have a whole different outlookPosted on Google![]()
daniel fullerJune 24, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Serenity is great place to start your recovery journey. Shay, Bambi, Brandi, Angel, Brad, Jonathan, Eris, Brandon and I can’t forget the front desk.. Alana, Sam and so many more. Transport Gerald and Suge.. Thanks fam!!Posted on Google![]()
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This place is as real as it gets. There’s no sugarcoating here. It’s genuine care, respect, and a sense of belonging. Need to take it one day at a time, but Serenity is giving me the hope and support I need to go another day without a drink! Highly recommend for anyone looking to make a positive change in their life.Load more