Outpatient program
Outpatient drug and alcohol rehab in Portland, Oregon
Scheduled treatment sessions that fit around work, school and family, with a plan built around your needs and a clear route to more intensive care if you need it.
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Medically reviewed by Medical Director Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM · Updated
Levels of care
Where this program fits in your care
Care usually steps down from more structure to less. Your assessment decides where you start, and you can move between levels as your needs change.
- DetoxBy referral, before treatment
- ResidentialLive-in, around the clock
- Partial hospitalizationFull days, home at night
- Intensive outpatientSeveral days a week
- OutpatientRegular sessions
- AftercareSupport after a program
More structureMore independence
What outpatient means
Treatment that fits around your life
With outpatient care you attend scheduled therapy sessions and return home, to work or to school, in between. It suits people who need structure without living at a facility.
Crestview holds Oregon Health Authority certification for outpatient substance use disorder treatment, covering early intervention (ASAM level 0.5) and outpatient care (ASAM level 1).
Compare
How the levels of care compare
The main differences at a glance. A clinical assessment recommends the right level for you.
| Residential | PHP | Intensive outpatient | Outpatient | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Where you sleep | On site, in a home-like residence | At home or in sober living | At home | At home |
| Time in treatment | Around the clock | About 25 hours a week | Several days a week, evening options | Regular sessions on a set schedule |
| Clinical support | Available 24/7 | Throughout full treatment days | During structured sessions | During therapy and counseling sessions |
| Often a fit when | Use is moderate to severe, or outpatient care has not been enough | You need intensive care and have a stable place to live | You need structure while keeping up work, school or family | You want ongoing support with an everyday routine |
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What is included
Core parts of an outpatient plan
Each plan is built with your clinical team. Depending on need, it can include:
Individual counseling
One-on-one sessions on triggers, cravings and goals.
Group therapy
Structured sessions with peers working on similar things.
Family therapy
Sessions that help loved ones understand the plan and improve communication.
Medication management
Clinical review of medicines when they are part of your plan.
Therapy approaches can include cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, somatic experiencing and holistic work.
How it works
From first call to a plan
Assessment
We review your substance use, mental health, home life and work or school schedule.
Level of care
Your team recommends outpatient, intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization or residential care, based on what fits.
Scheduled sessions
You attend therapy at set times, and the plan is reviewed as you progress.
Step up or step down
If sessions are not enough, the plan moves up. As you gain stability, it can move toward aftercare or sober living.
Questions
Common questions about outpatient
Still have a question?
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Call (866) 262-0531Is outpatient right for me?
Outpatient suits many people with mild to moderate symptoms, or people who have finished a higher level of care. A clinical assessment decides. If sessions alone are not enough, we will recommend a more intensive program.
How long does outpatient treatment last?
It varies with your needs and progress, from several weeks to several months. Sessions typically run several hours a day over several days a week.
Can I keep working or going to school?
Yes. Outpatient is designed around work, school and family. Admissions can walk you through the schedule before you start.
Does insurance cover outpatient care?
Coverage depends on your plan and the level of care. Our team verifies your benefits and explains expected costs before you begin.
What are the signs of addiction?
Common signs include losing control over how much or how often you use, continuing despite problems at work, home or with health, cravings, needing more for the same effect, and withdrawal when you stop.
How do I choose between inpatient and outpatient care?
It depends on how severe the substance use is, whether your home is stable and substance-free, and your responsibilities. A clinical assessment recommends the right level.
Related care
Other levels of care
Telehealth IOP
Intensive outpatient from home, by video or phone.
Intensive outpatient
Several days a week, around work and family.
Partial hospitalization
Full days of treatment, home at night.
Sober living
Structured housing after treatment.
When to get help
Signs substance use needs treatment
Clinicians look for patterns like these when they assess the severity of a substance use disorder.
Trauma-informed care
What trauma-informed outpatient care offers
An understanding of how trauma and safety shape substance use, without blame.
Help identifying the triggers that drive cravings and use.
Practical coping skills, and when it is part of your plan, therapy to process trauma and reduce PTSD symptoms.
Paying for treatment
Insurance covers addiction treatment
Under the Affordable Care Act, most health plans cover substance use treatment as an essential health benefit. Your costs depend on your plan, network status and the level of care. Admissions can verify your benefits before you start.
Your care team
The people behind this program
Licensed clinicians lead every level of care at Crestview.
Medical Director
Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM
Leads medical care and reviews our clinical content.
Director of Psychiatry
Jill C. Gladish, MD, MPH
Psychiatric care and medication management.
Clinical Director
Eric Pinkston, MA, CADC III
Oversees therapy and treatment planning.
Nurse Practitioner
Bonnie Lambert, LPC, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric nurse practitioner and counselor.
Not sure which level of care fits?
Talk it through with Garrett, Tuni or another member of our admissions team. The call is free and confidential, and there is no obligation.
Talk to admissions about outpatient care
A confidential call with our admissions team. We will listen, check your insurance and help you find the right level of care. No obligation.