Online IOP for College Students and Emerging Adults in MA & VT
Online IOP Outcomes and Testimonials
Treatment outcome measures and former patient testimonials show that the online IOP produces meaningful, measurable benefits for emerging adults.
Patient Outcomes
Patients consistently report benefits from our online IOP treatment along with significant reductions in symptoms.
What Former IOP Patients Say
I had an amazing experience with individual therapy. It definitely will inform therapy going forward. I have an understanding how a lot can be accomplished through individual therapy and establishing a treatment relationship."
- Former IOP Patient
One of my greatest areas of learning and growth was understanding where my symptoms of suppressing thoughts and emotions and stress are coming from."
- Former IOP Patient
I tried another online program, but I ended up not engaging and leaving the program. The way this program was structured–the Team, not having an overwhelming amount of people–it really felt different. Hearing the Team perspective was so helpful."
- Former IOP Patient
I don’t have suicidal ideation like I did before. It’s been way better. I feel like myself now."
- Former IOP Patient
I’ve gotten a lot better. I didn’t skip any classes this semester. I’m much more motivated."
- Former IOP Patient
I really liked that it was all remote. It was easy for me to juggle everything. There were times I had to run from class to go remote--if it was in person, I wouldn’t have been able to do it."
- Former IOP Patient
I had previously done different types of therapy, DBT, CBT but I had never done psychodynamic therapy. Getting to the root of problems was really important. It helped me feel validation in my struggles."
- Former IOP Patient
I have gotten so much better. I feel like I am now capable of going to therapy and seeing my therapist and interacting with my trauma without falling apart and getting overwhelmed. I can manage between sessions. I couldn't do that before."
- Former IOP Patient
This program probably saved my life. It was the structure, having groups to show up for. But then I got really connected to people. I've found a community in this program."
- Former IOP Patient
I had an amazing experience with individual therapy. It definitely will inform therapy going forward. I have an understanding how a lot can be accomplished through individual therapy and establishing a treatment relationship."
- Former IOP Patient
One of my greatest areas of learning and growth was understanding where my symptoms of suppressing thoughts and emotions and stress are coming from."
- Former IOP Patient
I tried another online program, but I ended up not engaging and leaving the program. The way this program was structured–the Team, not having an overwhelming amount of people–it really felt different. Hearing the Team perspective was so helpful."
- Former IOP Patient
I don’t have suicidal ideation like I did before. It’s been way better. I feel like myself now."
- Former IOP Patient
I’ve gotten a lot better. I didn’t skip any classes this semester. I’m much more motivated."
- Former IOP Patient
I really liked that it was all remote. It was easy for me to juggle everything. There were times I had to run from class to go remote--if it was in person, I wouldn’t have been able to do it."
- Former IOP Patient
I had previously done different types of therapy, DBT, CBT but I had never done psychodynamic therapy. Getting to the root of problems was really important. It helped me feel validation in my struggles."
- Former IOP Patient
I have gotten so much better. I feel like I am now capable of going to therapy and seeing my therapist and interacting with my trauma without falling apart and getting overwhelmed. I can manage between sessions. I couldn't do that before."
- Former IOP Patient
This program probably saved my life. It was the structure, having groups to show up for. But then I got really connected to people. I've found a community in this program."
- Former IOP Patient
I had an amazing experience with individual therapy. It definitely will inform therapy going forward. I have an understanding how a lot can be accomplished through individual therapy and establishing a treatment relationship."
- Former IOP Patient
One of my greatest areas of learning and growth was understanding where my symptoms of suppressing thoughts and emotions and stress are coming from."
- Former IOP Patient
I tried another online program, but I ended up not engaging and leaving the program. The way this program was structured–the Team, not having an overwhelming amount of people–it really felt different. Hearing the Team perspective was so helpful."
- Former IOP Patient
I don’t have suicidal ideation like I did before. It’s been way better. I feel like myself now."
- Former IOP Patient
I’ve gotten a lot better. I didn’t skip any classes this semester. I’m much more motivated."
- Former IOP Patient
I really liked that it was all remote. It was easy for me to juggle everything. There were times I had to run from class to go remote--if it was in person, I wouldn’t have been able to do it."
- Former IOP Patient
I had previously done different types of therapy, DBT, CBT but I had never done psychodynamic therapy. Getting to the root of problems was really important. It helped me feel validation in my struggles."
- Former IOP Patient
I have gotten so much better. I feel like I am now capable of going to therapy and seeing my therapist and interacting with my trauma without falling apart and getting overwhelmed. I can manage between sessions. I couldn't do that before."
- Former IOP Patient
This program probably saved my life. It was the structure, having groups to show up for. But then I got really connected to people. I've found a community in this program."
- Former IOP Patient
Start the Conversation
A first call is not a commitment. The admissions team can help you determine whether the IOP is the right fit—and whether it or residential treatment at Riggs is the better starting point.
Online IOP Blogs & News
News
What Is Trauma?
July 9, 2026
Online IOP social worker Miriam Desgazon, MSW, LICSW, explains that trauma isn't defined by the event itself but by its lasting emotional and psychological impact on a person, distinguishing between overwhelming "Big T" traumas and cumulative "small t" traumas.
News
Why Do I Feel Empty When My Life Looks Fine?
June 30, 2026
Feeling empty even when life looks good? Austen Riggs psychiatrist Dr. Erin Seery explores why high-achieving students experience numbness, and what the transition into emerging adulthood has to do with it.
News
Why am I Stuck in Therapy?
June 24, 2026
Feeling stuck in therapy despite your efforts? Austen Riggs’ Dr. Spencer Biel explores why therapy stalls—and what a competent assessment, risk of change, and the therapeutic relationship can do about it.
News
Bridging the Gap: Austen Riggs Proves Psychodynamic Depth has a Place in Modern, Online Intensive Outpatient Care
February 2, 2026
In an era where behavioral health is increasingly dominated by brief, manualized interventions, the Austen Riggs Center is asserting the continued relevance of psychodynamic practice.
News
Austen Riggs Center Online Intensive Outpatient Program Earns Joint Commission Accreditation; Now Serving Young Adults in Massachusetts and Vermont
December 4, 2025
Riggs online IOP expands treatment offerings to Vermont and earns Joint Commission accreditation.
News
Toward a Self-Directed Life: Redefining IOP Treatment for Emerging Adults
June 16, 2025
Learn the crucial differences between crisis stabilization and treatment aimed at recovery that allows one to live a self-directed life.
News
Austen Riggs Launches Online IOP Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Training Certificate Program
November 13, 2024
A nine-month, fully online certificate program for Massachusetts-licensed, doctoral-level mental health professionals.
News
Austen Riggs Center Online IOP Now In-Network with Carelon Behavioral Health
March 14, 2024
The Austen Riggs Center Online IOP for College Students and Emerging Adults in Massachusetts is now in-network with Carelon Behavioral Health.
Clinical News
Remote Access IOP Carries Unique Riggs Treatment Beyond the Berkshires
April 5, 2022
Video technology brings knowledge gained from a century of Riggs residential treatment to patients from diverse backgrounds and locations around the state.
News
What Is Trauma?
July 9, 2026
Online IOP social worker Miriam Desgazon, MSW, LICSW, explains that trauma isn't defined by the event itself but by its lasting emotional and psychological impact on a person, distinguishing between overwhelming "Big T" traumas and cumulative "small t" traumas.
News
Why Do I Feel Empty When My Life Looks Fine?
June 30, 2026
Feeling empty even when life looks good? Austen Riggs psychiatrist Dr. Erin Seery explores why high-achieving students experience numbness, and what the transition into emerging adulthood has to do with it.
News
Why am I Stuck in Therapy?
June 24, 2026
Feeling stuck in therapy despite your efforts? Austen Riggs’ Dr. Spencer Biel explores why therapy stalls—and what a competent assessment, risk of change, and the therapeutic relationship can do about it.
News
Bridging the Gap: Austen Riggs Proves Psychodynamic Depth has a Place in Modern, Online Intensive Outpatient Care
February 2, 2026
In an era where behavioral health is increasingly dominated by brief, manualized interventions, the Austen Riggs Center is asserting the continued relevance of psychodynamic practice.
News
Austen Riggs Center Online Intensive Outpatient Program Earns Joint Commission Accreditation; Now Serving Young Adults in Massachusetts and Vermont
December 4, 2025
Riggs online IOP expands treatment offerings to Vermont and earns Joint Commission accreditation.
News
Toward a Self-Directed Life: Redefining IOP Treatment for Emerging Adults
June 16, 2025
Learn the crucial differences between crisis stabilization and treatment aimed at recovery that allows one to live a self-directed life.
News
Austen Riggs Launches Online IOP Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Training Certificate Program
November 13, 2024
A nine-month, fully online certificate program for Massachusetts-licensed, doctoral-level mental health professionals.
News
Austen Riggs Center Online IOP Now In-Network with Carelon Behavioral Health
March 14, 2024
The Austen Riggs Center Online IOP for College Students and Emerging Adults in Massachusetts is now in-network with Carelon Behavioral Health.
Clinical News
Remote Access IOP Carries Unique Riggs Treatment Beyond the Berkshires
April 5, 2022
Video technology brings knowledge gained from a century of Riggs residential treatment to patients from diverse backgrounds and locations around the state.
News
What Is Trauma?
July 9, 2026
Online IOP social worker Miriam Desgazon, MSW, LICSW, explains that trauma isn't defined by the event itself but by its lasting emotional and psychological impact on a person, distinguishing between overwhelming "Big T" traumas and cumulative "small t" traumas.
News
Why Do I Feel Empty When My Life Looks Fine?
June 30, 2026
Feeling empty even when life looks good? Austen Riggs psychiatrist Dr. Erin Seery explores why high-achieving students experience numbness, and what the transition into emerging adulthood has to do with it.
News
Why am I Stuck in Therapy?
June 24, 2026
Feeling stuck in therapy despite your efforts? Austen Riggs’ Dr. Spencer Biel explores why therapy stalls—and what a competent assessment, risk of change, and the therapeutic relationship can do about it.
News
Bridging the Gap: Austen Riggs Proves Psychodynamic Depth has a Place in Modern, Online Intensive Outpatient Care
February 2, 2026
In an era where behavioral health is increasingly dominated by brief, manualized interventions, the Austen Riggs Center is asserting the continued relevance of psychodynamic practice.
News
Austen Riggs Center Online Intensive Outpatient Program Earns Joint Commission Accreditation; Now Serving Young Adults in Massachusetts and Vermont
December 4, 2025
Riggs online IOP expands treatment offerings to Vermont and earns Joint Commission accreditation.
News
Toward a Self-Directed Life: Redefining IOP Treatment for Emerging Adults
June 16, 2025
Learn the crucial differences between crisis stabilization and treatment aimed at recovery that allows one to live a self-directed life.
News
Austen Riggs Launches Online IOP Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Training Certificate Program
November 13, 2024
A nine-month, fully online certificate program for Massachusetts-licensed, doctoral-level mental health professionals.
News
Austen Riggs Center Online IOP Now In-Network with Carelon Behavioral Health
March 14, 2024
The Austen Riggs Center Online IOP for College Students and Emerging Adults in Massachusetts is now in-network with Carelon Behavioral Health.
Clinical News
Remote Access IOP Carries Unique Riggs Treatment Beyond the Berkshires
April 5, 2022
Video technology brings knowledge gained from a century of Riggs residential treatment to patients from diverse backgrounds and locations around the state.
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Admission Calls: 800.517.4447
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info@austenriggs.net25 Main Street, PO Box 962 Stockbridge, MA 01262
Admission Calls: 800.517.4447
All Other Calls: 413.298.5511
info@austenriggs.net