DUAL DIAGNOSIS
HYBRID INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (IOP)
Mr. Pollak has been running Dual Diagnosis Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) since 2003. It is one of the few programs in the area that combines the traditional 12-step model with Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, a thoroughly researched treatment modality. The program is created specifically for individuals over 18 with both addictive or compulsive issues (substance use, gambling, food, sex, etc.) and a mental health diagnosis (depression, anxiety, bipolar. etc.). The goals are to teach clients how to maintain “sobriety”, along with learning and practicing important coping skills to offset strong emotional responses that occur in a setting that is supportive and stable.
The idea of this IOP is for people who struggle with their compulsions and individual treatment has proven ineffective. This is not to say that individual therapy will not be effective in the future, but it is simply ineffective, currently. The goal is to get “sober” and implement various skills in order to offset any strong emotional issues that surface and threaten recovery. This is an open-ended 24 session hybrid (virtual and in-person) program and can be started at any time during the cycle. Click on Mr. Pollak’s profile to read testimonials of the program.
Michael Pollak, PCC-S, LICDC
Testimonials/Reviews
Testimonial Disclosure Statement: Testimonials herein are unsolicited, anonymous and are received after care has been received in an attempt to assure healthy therapy relationships and confidentiality.
(Michael Pollak, Dual Diagnosis IOP) “The program & the skills I learned were key to my recovery and sobriety. Once I started believing in the program, I started seeing progress. This program and Mike saved my life & my marriage. “
(Michael Pollak, Dual Diagnosis IOP)“Provided structure. Helped me to get reacquainted with my own abilities to handle stress, which in turn empowered me to stay sober, which again, in turn, further reduced my stress. The format seems so simple, just exercises and talking, yet it is so effective. Thank you for helping me get back to myself.”
(Michael Pollak, Dual Diagnosis IOP)“You’re very caring and understanding everyone’s needs in group. I feel that this IOP was the best for my sobriety and understanding myself. The paperwork and homework really helped, and I can always look back at it if I need to. I don’t feel that there’s any need for improvement. I got so much out of IOP and group. I always looked forward to group. I didn’t want to leave. I’m so very thankful and grateful for my IOP and group experience. It was the best thing for my sobriety & continued sobriety. I’ve learned life skills and coping skills as well as understanding myself better. I’d definitely recommend BWG to any of my family, friends or anyone who is struggling with addiction of any kind.”
(Michael Pollak, Dual Diagnosis IOP) “It was overall a good experience. I am a changed person from when I started. Between this program and NA (which I never would have to without IOP). I feel like I have the ability to have a good life off of drugs. I never would have considered this possible a few months ago.”
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