6-Week Exposure Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

New York Anxiety Treatment’s 6-week Exposure Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) offers a structured, evidence-based treatment path for individuals living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Anxiety Disorders.

Upcoming cohorts:

• Oct. 27, 2025

• Jan. 12, 2026

6-Week IOP

Designed for those needing increased care, this in-person program provides exposure treatment in a small, customized group setting.

Program Overview

Each cohort consists of 3–6 participants and 2–4 clinicians, allowing for a high clinician-to-participant ratio (1:2 or higher). This structure enables a flexible treatment environment—participants engage in group exposures, work in pairs, or meet one-on-one with a clinician for individualized support.

Our aim is to reduce stigma and create a supportive and collaborative space where patients create community and practice new skills with others who truly understand their experiences.

Each cohort starts together at the beginning of a cycle, allowing group work to build upon itself. Group work is supplemented with twice weekly individual sessions. We also offer one family session during the cycle.

Schedule

Group sessions take place Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:00 to 12:00.

Individual sessions are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays (virtual or in person), scheduled based on clinician and patient availability.

Who It’s For

This program is ideal for individuals who require a higher level of care than weekly outpatient therapy, are transitioning from an OCD-specific residential or PHP program, or are seeking focused exposure-based treatment to build long-term coping tools.

IOP is designed to treat individuals struggling with:

  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

  • Illness Anxiety Disorder

  • Panic Disorder

  • Agoraphobia

  • Social Anxiety Disorder

  • Specific Phobias

  • Body Dysmorphic Disorder

Our approach integrates:

  • Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP)

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)

A strong emphasis on Accepting Uncertainty and building behavioral flexibility.

Adjunct Services

Friends & Family Support

We offer individual and group support options for families, partners, and caregivers. Involving your support system can meaningfully enhance treatment outcomes.

Medication Management & Psychiatric Consultation

On an as-needed basis, psychiatric consultation is available for patients requiring evaluation or medication support.

Group and Individual Outpatient Therapy

We are able to offer step down groups and individual therapy to support recovery following the end of the IOP.

Please note: Adjunct services are billed separately from the IOP program

Why Choose NYAT?

At New York Anxiety Treatment, our clinical team specializes in delivering compassionate, evidence-based care. We are committed to helping individuals reclaim their lives from OCD and anxiety through focused exposure work, deep clinical insight, and community-oriented support.

Getting Started

There are three ways to get in touch! You can call us at (212) 518-8162, email at admin@nyanxietytreatment.com or complete the form below to set up a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation with NYAT Director, Dr. Anna Edwards. She’ll be able to answer any preliminary questions you may have about the program.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Our Programs

  • NYAT offers a 6-Week Intensive Outpatient Program and a 3-day Exposure Boot Camp

  • Join us for GOAL Group at Weill Cornell or Exposure Lab Group at NYAT’s office and out in the city.

  • NYAT offers several virtual groups:

    • Friends & Family

    • Virtual Exposure Lab Group

    • Virtual Cooking Exposure Lab Group