Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Addiction Treatment near Roswell, GA
River City Recovery offers an Intensive Outpatient Program at its Columbus location for adults seeking structured addiction or mental health support. Roswell residents can ask about daytime and evening scheduling, assessments, therapy, medication management, monitoring, family support, and case management.

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- LocationColumbus, GA3822 Rosemont Drive, Columbus, GA 31904. If you are in Roswell, GA, you can call about outpatient care at the Columbus facility.
- Levels of careOutpatientPHP, IOP, Evening IOP, and outpatient therapy
- Admissions706-617-4970A private first call about fit and next steps
- Listed facility hoursMon–Fri9:00 AM to 5:00 PM; closed Saturday and Sunday
At a Glance
River City Recovery offers an Intensive Outpatient Program at its Columbus location for adults seeking structured addiction or mental health support. Roswell residents can ask about daytime and evening scheduling, assessments, therapy, medication management, monitoring, family support, and case management. Travel needs and current program times should be reviewed before planning recurring attendance.
River City Recovery’s published outpatient programs are based in Columbus, GA. People in Roswell, GA can contact admissions to discuss whether care in Columbus may fit after assessment. You can review IOP, PHP, and insurance verification when you are ready.

What an Intensive Outpatient Program provides
An Intensive Outpatient Program offers structured treatment while participants continue living outside a residential facility. IOP can provide more organized support than standard outpatient therapy without being the same as PHP or inpatient care. River City Recovery offers IOP for adults with substance use or mental health needs at its Columbus location.
- Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) offers structured outpatient support
- People near Roswell, GA attend IOP in Columbus, GA
The appropriate level depends on an individual assessment, current concerns, health factors, and ability to participate. IOP is not a substitute for emergency stabilization or medical detox. A conversation with admissions can explain the current program structure and identify what information is needed to consider this level of care.
Daytime and evening IOP planning

Scheduling can be an important reason to explore IOP. River City Recovery offers an evening IOP on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 6:15 to 9:15 PM. Prospective participants should reconfirm those times because schedules may change. Ask admissions about daytime options, expected attendance, and how the schedule compares with PHP or outpatient therapy.
- Evening IOP may fit around daytime responsibilities
- Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday times require reconfirmation
Evening hours may help some adults plan around daytime responsibilities, but they do not remove the need for regular participation and travel. Roswell residents should calculate the full commute and consider work, family duties, transportation reliability, and the effect of returning home after evening sessions.
Services available alongside IOP
Available supporting services include individual therapy, medication management, medical oversight, drug testing and monitoring, family support, case management, and care coordination or referrals. Clinical and medical assessments can help identify needs and inform the treatment recommendation. Not every service will be used in the same way for every participant.
- Assessment guides which supporting services fit your needs
- Referrals can address needs beyond outpatient care
The care plan depends on the person’s circumstances and the program’s scope. Family involvement may be considered when appropriate and permitted. Case management may help address practical issues affecting participation. Referrals can be important when another provider or level of care is needed beyond River City Recovery’s outpatient services.

Levels of care
Outpatient Levels of Care in Columbus, GA
Partial Hospitalization (PHP)
Structured daytime outpatient care with clinical oversight.
Explore Partial Hospitalization (PHP)Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Several treatment sessions each week while you keep up with daily life.
Explore Intensive Outpatient (IOP)Evening IOP
Intensive outpatient care scheduled after typical work hours.
Explore Evening IOPOutpatient Therapy
One-to-one therapy on a less intensive schedule.
Explore Outpatient Therapy
Considering IOP from Roswell

River City Recovery is located at 3822 Rosemont Drive in Columbus, Georgia, rather than in Roswell. Because IOP involves recurring sessions, travel feasibility should be discussed before starting the admissions process. Facility hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, while evening IOP follows separately facility hours that require confirmation.
- Recurring IOP sessions require dependable travel to Columbus, GA
- Travel barriers may make another resource more practical
Consider transportation costs, traffic, health needs, childcare, and schedule flexibility. Admissions can explain current expectations so the individual can make an informed decision. If routine travel to Columbus is not sustainable, care coordination and referrals may help identify another appropriate direction closer to home.
Assessment and next steps
A first call can cover the main substance use or mental health concern, scheduling needs, current medications, prior care, and transportation from Roswell. Insurance information may be provided for verification, but River City Recovery does not assume that any named plan will cover services.
- Assessment helps compare available outpatient levels
- Urgent medical or safety needs require local emergency help
Clinical and medical assessments help determine whether IOP, evening IOP, PHP, or outpatient therapy may be considered. Admission and outcomes are not promised. Anyone with an immediate medical or safety emergency should seek appropriate local emergency help rather than waiting for routine outpatient screening.

A practical next step
Get clarity on insurance and care
Coverage depends on your plan and the care being considered. Our admissions team can explain verification and help you understand the next step.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can adults near Roswell learn about River City Recovery’s IOP?
River City Recovery’s IOP is provided at its Columbus outpatient facility. Roswell residents can ask about the current schedule and consider whether recurring travel is practical.
When does evening IOP meet?
Evening IOP meets on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 6:15 to 9:15 PM. Contact River City Recovery to reconfirm these times before making arrangements.
Does IOP include living at the facility?
No. IOP is an outpatient level of care. Possible withdrawal needs call for appropriate medical evaluation before outpatient planning. An overnight setting involves a different level of care from the published outpatient programs.
How is the appropriate outpatient level selected?
Clinical and medical assessments help inform recommendations. Current needs, health factors, substance use or mental health concerns, practical participation, and the program’s scope may all be considered.
Can family members be involved in IOP care?
Family support may be included when appropriate and permitted by the adult receiving care. The exact role depends on the person’s needs, care plan, privacy, and choices. A loved one may also contact River City Recovery for general information about its Columbus, GA outpatient services.
Admissions
Talk with River City Recovery
Call 706-617-4970 to ask about Columbus-based Intensive Outpatient Program options at River City Recovery.







