Start your mental health and addiction recovery today with our Orange County Virtual IOP. Get high-level rehab structure with home convenience, personalized for everyone living throughout the Southern California area.
Virtual Intensive Outpatient Programming (IOP) is a powerful alternative to traditional inpatient rehab. It provides the same high-level clinical care and medical-grade therapy you would receive at a physical facility, but delivers it entirely through a secure, high-definition video platform.
Instead of putting your life on hold for a 30-day stay, you join a supportive community of clinicians and peers from the safety of your home. It’s designed for those who need more than just a once-a-week therapy hour but still need to be present for their family, career, or education.
The Structure of Your Recovery:
Most of our clients pay $0 out of pocket. Speak with our team about your options.
We know that life in the OC moves fast. Between high-pressure careers in the Irvine Spectrum and family life in Newport Beach or Mission Viejo, finding time for daily treatment can feel impossible.
Our virtual platform removes the biggest hurdle to your healing: the drive. By moving your mental health and addiction recovery to a digital space, we help you:
We see you. You’re the professional who has always “had it all together” but is struggling behind closed doors. Or you’re the parent who is the glue for the family but feels like you’re falling apart inside. Or you’re the student at UCI trying to keep your grades up while managing a weight you can’t carry alone.
Our Virtual IOP is designed specifically for adults who are medically stable but need a professional, intensive path to mental health stability and addiction recovery.
You are a good candidate if you:
A Holistic Approach to Dual Diagnosis
At Compassion Recovery Center, we don’t just treat the addiction; we treat the “why” behind it. Most of the people struggling with substance use are also navigating a mental health challenge. We specialize in treating both concurrently so you can build a foundation that actually lasts.
Persistent worry, racing thoughts, or overwhelming fear that interferes with daily life and relationships.
Ongoing sadness, loss of interest, and low energy that affect mood, motivation, and daily activities.
Lasting emotional distress caused by difficult or painful experiences that impact safety and wellbeing.
Problematic drinking patterns that affect health, relationships, work, and overall daily functioning.
Dependence on prescription painkillers or illicit opioids that leads to cravings and withdrawal.
Addiction to substances like cocaine or meth that increase energy, focus, and risk of harm.
Misuse or dependence on prescribed medications that impacts health, behavior, and daily life.
We believe you shouldn’t have to choose between your recovery and your life. That’s why we offer 3 to 5 days of treatment per week with two distinct tracks to accommodate your real-world hours:
We know that the hardest part of addiction recovery and mental health treatment is often just knowing where to start. We’ve made our process as simple and supportive as possible so you can focus on getting better, not on navigating paperwork.
Start with a private, no-pressure conversation. We listen to your story and help determine if our Virtual IOP fits your needs.
Our clinical team creates a treatment plan uniquely tailored to your diagnosis, triggers, and the life goals you want to achieve.
Log into our easy-to-use portal to meet with your therapist or a small, supportive peer group of other Orange County adults.
We don’t just set a plan and walk away. We check in every week to adjust your care as you grow stronger and more confident.
As you graduate, we help you build a bridge to long-term success with local OC resources and alumni support.
Leading with Empathy and Clinical Excellence
Our Virtual IOP is led by a team of Licensed California Clinicians who live and work right here in the community. Our therapists (LMFTs, LCSWs, and CADCs) specialize in adult mental health and addiction recovery, bringing decades of combined experience to your screen every day.
You don’t have to live next door to a clinic to have the best therapists in your corner. Our virtual platform allows us to extend our “Virtual Campus” to every corner of the OC. Whether you are looking for mental health support or a path to addiction recovery, we are accessible to every resident in:
No matter where you are located, expert care is just a single click away.
EXCELLENT Based on 48 reviews Posted on Melissa CaldwellTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Caring and understanding staffPosted on Daniel MTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best IOP center in Orange County for a reason. Compassion made recovery possible for me—without stepping into a facility. Their virtual care was personal, flexible, and truly supportive. They saw me as a whole person, not just a patient. Can’t thank them enough.Posted on Maza HoldingsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Have a bit more to say about this IOP but in summary really grateful for Josh, Dr JP and their team of doctors and group facilitators for helping me through a difficult situation. I needed to work around my schdule with family and kids and their program was perfect for me. Maybe it's not ideal for everyone but for me it was exactly what I needed. The whole process from intake, insurance verification, admission, scheduling, I was kept up to date on everything. I met with the Doctor and he was very knowledgeable, spent an hour with me which was what I needed, someone and a program to show that they care. Would recommend this IOP to anyone who struggles with mental health and needs some support and doesn't want to drastically change their life commitments at the time. Thank you Josh and thank you Compassion IOP.Posted on Tara EdwardsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. As a licensed therapist, I hold high standards when it comes to mental health care—and Compassion Recovery consistently exceeds them. I’ve had the privilege of referring clients to this facility, and I’ve witnessed firsthand the depth of care, clinical excellence, and integrity they bring to every aspect of treatment. The staff are well-trained snd lead with empathy and a genuine commitment to long-term healing. Their multidisciplinary team collaborates seamlessly to support clients through complex diagnoses and co-occurring disorders. What impresses me most is Compassion Recovery’s ability to meet clients where they are, while gently challenging them toward meaningful change. The therapeutic environment is safe, structured, and profoundly supportive—ideal for real transformation to take place. As a clinician, I trust Compassion Recovery implicitly and will continue to refer clients here without hesitation. They are truly setting the standard for compassionate, effective mental health care.Posted on Brenda RoneyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you're struggling and looking for real genuine support in your recovery journey, Compassion Recovery Centers makes getting the help you need accessible and convenient. For the past 3 months, I have been a part of the Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and have witnessed personalized care, encouragement, and an incredibly skilled staff. This isn't just another program - it's a community that creates a warm, welcoming, safe place where you will never be alone during your healing process. Everyone deserves this level of support.Posted on Carlos CervantesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I want to share that this IOP program is amazing! The people who work there and are in charge have their client’s best interest at heart. Recommend to anyone needing help with mental health and/or substance use disorders. Again, great program lead by great people!Posted on Mike MagallanesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I started IOP with an open mind and was surprised on day one how Kendal made me feel welcomed. I felt that this program could work and it did. Thank you Kendal for all the tools and perspective and the extra effort you made to find a way to help each individual. Thank you Gilbert for your ability to help those of us who needed special assistance on any given night and thank you Tara for offering me such a safe space and helping me find out a bit about myself. Thanks to these wonderful people I feel like I'm going to be OK! P.S. A shout out the the night groupies! Always rooting for you.Posted on Lorena WadeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Josh, the owner of Compassion Recovery Centers, truly lives up to the name—his kindness, empathy, and dedication to helping others are unmatched. He genuinely cares about every person who reaches out, offering support and hope even if they don’t end up admitting to his program. That kind of selfless compassion is rare and speaks volumes about the impact he has on those in need. If you’re looking for a place that truly prioritizes people and their well-being, Compassion Recovery Centers is an incredible resource.Posted on wendyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Compassion is a Gem. Their virtual program is super convenient, amazing therapists, team, and overall amazing experience. I am a very busy person and this program is great for people with busy lives that need care. The whole team is amazing and is run very well. I Would highly recommend. Dr. Haidak is the BEST!
You have been struggling alone for long enough. Whether you need intensive addiction recovery or a safe space to process your mental health, our Virtual IOP in Orange County is designed to meet you exactly where you are. Don’t wait for “the right time“; the right time is right now.
Take the first step toward a healthier, sober life.
We are 100% in Network Provider. Most of our clients pay $0 out of pocket.