
Intensive Outpatient Program Serving Norwalk, CT
If you’re searching for an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) near Norwalk, Connecticut, Waterview Behavioral Health in Wallingford is just 45 minutes away via I-95 North. Our Joint Commission-accredited program provides structured mental health and substance use treatment that fits around your work, family, and daily life — without requiring hospitalization or residential placement.
Norwalk residents dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, or co-occurring substance use disorders can access evidence-based outpatient care close to home. We make the intake process simple and responsive — most clients are seen within days of their initial inquiry.

About Our Intensive Outpatient Program
Waterview Behavioral Health offers a comprehensive IOP that runs three days per week, three hours per day. Our program includes group therapy, individual therapy, family therapy, and medication management overseen by our Medical Director, Dr. Straun — board-certified in both General Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry.
We offer four specialized tracks to match each client’s needs:
Mental Health Track — Depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, ADHD, personality disorders
Chemical Dependency Track — Substance use disorders with evidence-based relapse prevention
Co-Occurring Track — Integrated treatment for co-occurring mental health and substance use
Mission Reset Program — Specialized IOP for first responders and veterans
All treatment modalities are evidence-based, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), and trauma-focused care. EMDR is uncommon in IOP settings — it’s one of our key differentiators.

Conditions We Treat
Our clinical team treats a wide range of mental health and substance use conditions, including:
Depression — Major depressive disorder, persistent depressive disorder, treatment-resistant depression
Anxiety Disorders — Generalized anxiety, panic disorder, social anxiety, OCD
PTSD and Trauma — Single-incident and complex trauma, first responder cumulative exposure
Bipolar Disorder — Mood stabilization, medication management, relapse prevention
ADHD — Adult ADHD assessment and integrated treatment
Co-Occurring Disorders — Simultaneous mental health and substance use treatment
Substance Use Disorders — Alcohol, opioids, stimulants, cannabis, and more

Questions
Frequently asked questions
Our experienced team is here to provide reliable answers about mental health and its healing.
Is there an IOP near Norwalk, CT?
Yes — Waterview Behavioral Health in Wallingford offers Joint Commission-accredited IOP just 45 minutes from Norwalk via I-95 North.
What insurance covers IOP treatment?
We accept Anthem, BCBS, Empire BCBS, Magellan, VA CCN, TRICARE, and Yale Health. Call (860) 421-6829 or verify your benefits online.
Can I work while attending IOP?
Yes. Our program meets three days per week, three hours per day — specifically designed to fit around full-time work and family responsibilities.
















