Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program · Online across California
Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) in San Diego
Recovery doesn’t always mean stepping away from your life. Our Virtual IOP gives you real structure and clinical support through secure video, from home, while you keep up with work, school and family.
Free and confidential. Admissions answers 8 am to 10 pm, 7 days a week.
Is Virtual IOP Right for You?
Every person’s recovery needs are different. Our admissions team will help you choose the right level of care, and this is a good place to start.
Virtual IOP is usually a good fit if
- You're medically stable and don't need supervised detox
- You have a safe, supportive place to live and a private space for sessions
- You need structured treatment but can't step away from work, school or family
- You're stepping down from residential care or PHP
- You live far from a treatment center, or getting there is hard
Another path may fit better if
How Virtual IOP Compares to Other Levels of Care
Shoreline offers three outpatient levels of care, in person and online. Many people move between them as they get more stable.
Not Sure Online Treatment Is Enough?
Tell our admissions team what’s going on. We’ll help you decide between Virtual IOP and in-person care, and check your benefits in the same call.
What You'll Work On in Virtual IOP
Because you stay at home, you can put new skills to work right away, at your job and with your family, and bring what happens back to your next session.
Handling Triggers at Home
Practice what to do in the moment, in the place where old habits show up.
Managing Stress
Build healthier ways to cope with pressure at work and at home.
Rebuilding Routines
Put back the sleep, meals and structure that recovery depends on.
Staying on Track
Regular check-ins and a group that keeps you accountable without judging you.
Planning What Comes Next
Leave with a relapse prevention and aftercare plan for life after Virtual IOP.
Therapies We Use in Virtual IOP
Licensed clinicians lead every session. Your week mixes group therapy and one-on-one sessions with your therapist, all on a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform.
How to Start Virtual IOP
Call or Send the Form
Admissions answers 8 am to 10 pm, 7 days a week. Calls are confidential.
We Check Your Benefits
We verify your insurance before you start, so you know what’s covered.
Clinical Assessment
A confidential assessment confirms Virtual IOP is the right level of care for you.
Your Treatment Plan
Your clinical team builds a plan around your goals, your history and your schedule.
Join From Home
Log in on a laptop, tablet or phone. All you need is a private space and a reliable internet connection.
Start With One Conversation
Most people don’t feel ready when they call. That’s okay. We’ll answer your questions and check your benefits, with no pressure to decide anything today.
Insurance for Virtual IOP
In network with
- HealthNet
- Tricare
- Anthem
We also accept most other private insurance plans out of network. We don’t accept Medicaid or Medicare. Admissions checks your benefits before you start.
Online Across California, Based in San Diego County
Virtual IOP is open to adults anywhere in California. Our clinical team works from our treatment center in North County San Diego, and if you’d rather come in person, our IOP meets there.
Shoreline Recovery Center
183 Calle Magdalena, Suite 101
Encinitas, CA 92024
Admissions: 8 am to 10 pm, 7 days a week
Areas we serve
One Rehab Center Serving All of San Diego County
Shoreline Recovery Center serves adults across San Diego County, from Oceanside and Carlsbad to La Jolla and the city of San Diego. In-person sessions take place at our outpatient center, and our Virtual IOP brings the program to you online.
Open in Google MapsQuestions About Virtual IOP
Straight answers to what people ask us most. Anything else, our admissions team is a call away.
Clinically reviewed by
Mike Gallagher, LPCC
Clinical Director, Shoreline Recovery Center
Last reviewed November 2026
What is a virtual intensive outpatient program?
Virtual IOP is a structured level of addiction and mental health treatment delivered online. You attend scheduled group and individual therapy through secure video and live at home between sessions.
How many hours a week is Virtual IOP?
Most people attend three to five days a week, with sessions of about three hours. Your schedule depends on your treatment plan, and admissions can walk you through current group times.
Is Virtual IOP as good as in-person IOP?
It uses the same core therapies and the same licensed clinicians, and it works best for people who are medically stable and have a safe, private place to join sessions. If online care isn’t enough, we’ll recommend in-person IOP or PHP.
Who can join Shoreline's Virtual IOP?
Adults who live anywhere in California. Our admissions team does a confidential assessment first to make sure Virtual IOP is the right level of care.
What do I need to attend Virtual IOP sessions?
A laptop, tablet or phone, a reliable internet connection and a private space where you can talk openly. Sessions run on secure video.
Is Virtual IOP available in San Diego County?
Yes. Shoreline is based in North County San Diego, and Virtual IOP lets you join from home in San Diego, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Solana Beach, Del Mar, San Marcos, Escondido or anywhere else in California. You can also choose in-person IOP at our San Diego County center.
Does insurance cover Virtual IOP?
We’re in network with HealthNet, Tricare and Anthem, and we accept most other private plans out of network. We don’t accept Medicaid or Medicare. We’ll verify your benefits before you start, at no cost.
Do you offer detox?
No. Shoreline provides outpatient care only. If you need detox, our admissions team will refer you to a licensed provider, and you can start Virtual IOP once it’s clinically appropriate.
Ready to Talk About Virtual IOP?
One call answers your questions and checks your benefits. Free, confidential and no pressure.