At Lucent Recovery and Wellness, we deeply understand that navigating mental health struggles can feel overwhelming and isolating. You’ve tried different things, and perhaps you’re exhausted by symptoms that won’t lift. We hear you. That’s why our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) in Austin, Texas, is built on a fresh perspective: combining proven, evidence-based techniques with innovative, personalized approaches to help you build a foundation for long-term wellness. Whether you’re working through trauma, seeking deeper self-understanding, or striving to build emotional resilience, we offer the comprehensive structure and compassionate support you need to truly thrive.
A FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON MENTAL HEALTH RECOVERY
WHAT MAKES LUCENT’S MENTAL HEALTH IOP STAND OUT?
A WHOLE-PERSON APPROACH TO WELLNESS
Mental health treatment isn’t just about treating symptoms—it’s about caring for your whole self. We believe that true wellness encompasses every part of you: mind, body, and spirit. That’s why we integrate both clinical and non-clinical services across our continuum of care to give you a balanced recovery experience:
- Clinical Services: Individual and group therapy, master’s-level case management, and seamless medication management with experienced psychiatric providers.
- Holistic Offerings: Including yoga therapy to nurture the connection between mind and body, personalized nutrition and fitness coaching for your physical health, dedicated recovery coaching to help you build confidence and resilience in daily life, and executive functioning coaching to strengthen practical life skills.
Our IOP provides access to comprehensive care that nurtures not just your mental health, but also your physical vitality, social connections, and emotional well-being—all designed to help you thrive without needing to put your life on hold.
INTEGRATED HEALING AND SUPPORT: YOUR CHOICE OF SPECIALIZED IOP TRACKS
Our program is designed to meet a wide spectrum of mental health needs, offering specialized tracks rooted in powerful, evidence-based therapies. Through a thoughtful mix of one-on-one therapy, supportive group sessions, valuable family support, and hands-on activities like art, journaling, and mindfulness, we empower you to build profound self-awareness, strengthen emotional resilience, and make lasting, meaningful changes.
CHOOSE THE IOP TRACK THAT FITS YOUR NEEDS
OUR DAYTIME IOP: DEEP HEALING WITH INTEGRATED MODALITIES
Ideal for individuals balancing recovery with daytime work, school, or family commitments, this track offers a flexible yet deeply impactful approach rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Our 12-week curriculum guides you through a focused journey to cultivate psychological flexibility and build a life of meaning, even when challenges arise:
DIALECTICAL BEHAVIOR THERAPY (DBT) SKILLS
Learn practical, powerful skills to navigate intense emotional swings, manage distress, improve your relationships, and ground yourself in mindfulness, helping you gain control and clarity when life feels overwhelming.
HOLISTIC & EXPERIENTIAL FOCUS
Weave these core modalities with diverse experiential therapies to facilitate deeper processing and insight, engaging your whole being in the healing process.
INTERNAL FAMILY SYSTEMS (IFS) PRINCIPLES
Explore your inner world with deep compassion. You’ll learn to understand different “Parts” of yourself – even those that cause pain or create inner conflict – to heal old wounds and reclaim your natural “Core Self” for true self-leadership and inner peace.
POLYVAGAL-INFORMED THERAPY
Discover how your body’s automatic “Body Modes” (Calm & Connected, Alarm System, Shutdown) impact your sense of safety and connection. You’ll gain practical tools to regulate your nervous system for greater calm, presence, and authentic engagement in your life, building a foundation of internal safety.
DIALECTICAL BEHAVIOR THERAPY (DBT) SKILLS
Learn practical, powerful skills to navigate intense emotional swings, manage distress, improve your relationships, and ground yourself in mindfulness, helping you gain control and clarity when life feels overwhelming.
HOLISTIC & EXPERIENTIAL FOCUS
Weave these core modalities with diverse experiential therapies to facilitate deeper processing and insight, engaging your whole being in the healing process.
INTERNAL FAMILY SYSTEMS (IFS) PRINCIPLES
Explore your inner world with deep compassion. You’ll learn to understand different “Parts” of yourself – even those that cause pain or create inner conflict – to heal old wounds and reclaim your natural “Core Self” for true self-leadership and inner peace.
POLYVAGAL-INFORMED THERAPY
Discover how your body’s automatic “Body Modes” (Calm & Connected, Alarm System, Shutdown) impact your sense of safety and connection. You’ll gain practical tools to regulate your nervous system for greater calm, presence, and authentic engagement in your life, building a foundation of internal safety.
OUR EVENING IOP: VALUES, ACCEPTANCE, AND LIFE INTEGRATION
Designed for those seeking an immersive, in-depth therapeutic experience during daytime hours, this track focuses on profound emotional and relational healing through a unique blend of therapies:
CORE FOCUS ON ACT PRINCIPLES
Learn to make room for difficult thoughts and feelings without judgment (acceptance), clarify what truly matters to you (your personal values), and commit to taking concrete actions that move you towards a rich and meaningful life. This includes skills in Mindfulness & Presence to ground you in the moment, and Cognitive Defusion to shift your relationship with unhelpful thoughts, rather than being controlled by them.
VALUES EXPLORATION & ALIGNED ACTION
Engage in deep exploration of what truly matters to you, then learn powerful strategies for Goal-Setting, Motivation, and Problem-Solving to take committed steps in alignment with those values, creating a life filled with purpose and direction.
DEEPER ENGAGEMENT IN SMALLER, CLOSED GROUPS
A unique and powerful aspect of our Evening IOP, these consistent, smaller groups foster a profound sense of trust and intimate community. This intimate setting allows for deeper dives into core content areas, more personalized feedback, and continuous support throughout your 12-week journey, significantly enhancing your ability to apply skills in real-life scenarios and build lasting bonds.
CORE FOCUS ON ACT PRINCIPLES
Learn to make room for difficult thoughts and feelings without judgment (acceptance), clarify what truly matters to you (your personal values), and commit to taking concrete actions that move you towards a rich and meaningful life. This includes skills in Mindfulness & Presence to ground you in the moment, and Cognitive Defusion to shift your relationship with unhelpful thoughts, rather than being controlled by them.
VALUES EXPLORATION & ALIGNED ACTION
Engage in deep exploration of what truly matters to you, then learn powerful strategies for Goal-Setting, Motivation, and Problem-Solving to take committed steps in alignment with those values, creating a life filled with purpose and direction.
DEEPER ENGAGEMENT IN SMALLER, CLOSED GROUPS
A unique and powerful aspect of our Evening IOP, these consistent, smaller groups foster a profound sense of trust and intimate community. This intimate setting allows for deeper dives into core content areas, more personalized feedback, and continuous support throughout your 12-week journey, significantly enhancing your ability to apply skills in real-life scenarios and build lasting bonds.
EMOTIONAL RESILIENCE & COPING
Develop adaptive Coping Mechanisms for managing stress, anxiety, and depression. You’ll understand your emotions and their physical manifestations to better regulate your responses in challenging situations and build lasting emotional strength.
IDENTITY & RELATIONSHIPS
Strengthen your sense of self through Self-Discovery and Personality Traits Exploration, and gain insight into your Identity Roles and Cultural Influences. Enhance Trust and Communication Skills for healthier, more fulfilling interpersonal connections in all areas of your life.
OVERCOMING BARRIERS & BUILDING SELF-EFFICACY
Directly address Negative Thought Patterns and Personal Barriers like self-doubt that hold you back. Build Self-Efficacy and Resilience to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence, adaptability, and a renewed sense of your own capabilities.
EMOTIONAL RESILIENCE & COPING
Develop adaptive Coping Mechanisms for managing stress, anxiety, and depression. You’ll understand your emotions and their physical manifestations to better regulate your responses in challenging situations and build lasting emotional strength.
IDENTITY & RELATIONSHIPS
Strengthen your sense of self through Self-Discovery and Personality Traits Exploration, and gain insight into your Identity Roles and Cultural Influences. Enhance Trust and Communication Skills for healthier, more fulfilling interpersonal connections in all areas of your life.
OVERCOMING BARRIERS & BUILDING SELF-EFFICACY
Directly address Negative Thought Patterns and Personal Barriers like self-doubt that hold you back. Build Self-Efficacy and Resilience to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence, adaptability, and a renewed sense of your own capabilities.
CORE COMPONENTS & SERVICES ACROSS OUR IOP PROGRAMS
Regardless of which IOP track you choose, you will receive comprehensive, integrated care designed to support your holistic well-being:
INCLUSIVE AND AFFIRMING CARE
At Lucent, we believe that healing flourishes in an environment where everyone feels truly seen, respected, and safe. We prioritize creating a space where you can bring your authentic self without hesitation:
SENSORY-SAFE SPACES
Our facilities are thoughtfully designed to be calming and welcoming for individuals who need a sensory-friendly environment, ensuring comfort and reducing potential overwhelm.
LGBTQIA+ AFFIRMING CARE
Diversity and authenticity matter deeply here. We are profoundly proud to provide a safe, inclusive, and affirming space for all LGBTQIA+ clients, honoring your identity as a vital part of your healing journey.
SENSORY-SAFE SPACES
Our facilities are thoughtfully designed to be calming and welcoming for individuals who need a sensory-friendly environment, ensuring comfort and reducing potential overwhelm.
LGBTQIA+ AFFIRMING CARE
Diversity and authenticity matter deeply here. We are profoundly proud to provide a safe, inclusive, and affirming space for all LGBTQIA+ clients, honoring your identity as a vital part of your healing journey.
RECOVERY THAT STICKS: BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
Recovery is a courageous and ongoing process, and we are committed to supporting you at every stage. We understand the anxieties about what happens after intensive treatment. Once you complete our IOP, you can seamlessly transition into our Transitional Program, which offers ongoing clinical and non-clinical support. This extended care helps bridge the gap between intensive treatment and independent living, making it easier to stay on track and sustain your progress long-term.
WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM LUCENT IOP?
Our program is designed for adults navigating challenges such as:
When daily life feels unmanageable due to persistent low mood, intense highs, or emotional instability.
For those living with the lingering impact of past traumas, experiencing flashbacks, heightened anxiety, or emotional numbing.
When anxiety becomes overwhelming, controlling daily life with panic, constant worry, or intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.
Seeking comprehensive support for recovery from substance use, integrated with underlying mental health concerns.
For adults needing structured support to navigate challenges related to focus, organization, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
EVIDENCE-BASED AND EXPERIENTIAL THERAPIES
We use a wide variety of therapeutic tools to ensure care is personalized and effective, including:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Experiential Therapy
Trauma-Focused Techniques
Mindfulness-Based Practices
Our skilled master’s-level clinicians tailor every intervention to your unique needs, creating a personalized path to healing.
TAKE THE FIRST STEP TOWARD WELLNESS
IOP can be more than just treatment - it’s a way to rebuild your life while staying connected to what matters most to you. At Lucent Recovery and Wellness, we’re here to help you grow, heal, and build a brighter future.
