Secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth for residents across Ocean County, Monmouth County, North Jersey, Central Jersey and South Jersey.
3 to 5 days a week, 3 hours per session (9 to 15 hours of care each week), with Morning and Evening virtual tracks.
Drug and alcohol addiction treatment combined with psychiatric evaluations, medication management and dual diagnosis mental health support.
Accredited by The Joint Commission, LegitScript Certified and licensed by the State of New Jersey (DMHAS License #2000861).
Most major commercial plans with PPO and POS benefits, including Aetna, Cigna, Horizon BCBSNJ, UnitedHealthcare, UMR and NYSHIP.
What Is a Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (VIOP)?
A virtual intensive outpatient program (VIOP) gives you the same structure and level of care as our in-person intensive outpatient program: master’s-level group therapy and individual counseling, without the daily commute and without losing accountability.
Our online IOP is designed for people who have a safe, substance-free home and don’t need 24/7 medical detox. Through encrypted video sessions, you connect directly with licensed New Jersey clinicians and a supportive peer community.
You or your loved one may be a good fit for our New Jersey VIOP if:
- You need structured support 3-5 days a week while keeping up with full-time work, college classes or childcare.
- You live in a part of New Jersey without an outpatient center nearby, or you don't have reliable transportation.
- You're stepping down from residential rehab or a Partial Care Program and want your care to continue at home.
- You value privacy and would rather do therapy from your own space.
Not sure virtual IOP is the right level of care? VIOP isn’t designed for people who need medical detox or 24/7 supervision. If you’re at risk of withdrawal, our admissions team will help you find the right starting point. In a crisis, call 911, or call or text 988.
Private Insurance Coverage for Virtual IOP in NJ
Under New Jersey telehealth law, state-regulated health plans must cover services delivered by telehealth, and your copay, coinsurance or deductible for telehealth can’t be higher than for the same service in person. Plans can limit some telehealth coverage to in-network providers, and self-funded employer plans follow different rules, so we’ll check your exact benefits before you start.
Quantum Behavioral Health works with most major commercial insurance plans with out-of-network PPO and POS benefits, including Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, UMR and NYSHIP (New York State Health Insurance Program).
Our admissions team will verify your telehealth benefits, handle pre-authorizations and explain any out-of-pocket costs up front, with no obligation.
Virtual IOP vs. In-Person IOP: Which Is Right for You?
Our in-person IOP at our South Toms River campus and our statewide virtual IOP follow the same clinical standards and evidence-based curriculum. The main difference is where you join from:
Virtual IOP (VIOP)
9–15 hours per week (3–5 sessions, 3 hours each)
Morning & Evening virtual tracks
Anywhere in New Jersey
Master’s-level therapists + virtual psychiatric care
Remote workers, parents, students and long-distance commuters
In-Person IOP (South Toms River)
9–15 hours per week (3–5 sessions, 3 hours each)
Morning & Evening on-site tracks
Ocean County & nearby South Jersey towns
Master’s-level therapists + on-site psychiatric care
People who prefer face-to-face community or local sober living
What to Expect in Our New Jersey Virtual IOP
Our telehealth program treats the whole person, working on behavior patterns, cravings and the emotional triggers underneath them, all at the same time.
Small Group Counseling Led by Master's-Level Clinicians
Join interactive online groups kept small so every voice is heard. You’ll build real accountability with peers across New Jersey who are working toward the same recovery milestones.
Weekly 1-on-1 Individual Therapy
Meet privately each week with your primary therapist to work through personal triggers, set clear recovery goals and handle life stress as it happens.
Virtual Psychiatric Care & Medication Management
Mental health symptoms shouldn’t have to wait. Our psychiatric providers complete remote evaluations and manage non-narcotic medications or medication-assisted treatment (MAT) when it’s clinically appropriate.
Evidence-Based & Holistic Therapies
We combine Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing and trauma-informed care with guided mindfulness and stress-management exercises. Explore our evidence-based therapies.
Substances & Co-Occurring Conditions We Treat Online
Addiction rarely happens on its own. Our New Jersey VIOP treats substance use and the mental health conditions behind it together, in one coordinated treatment plan:
Substance Use Disorders We Treat
Relapse prevention and craving management for binge drinking and long-term alcohol dependence.
Opioids & prescription painkillers
Ongoing therapy and psychiatric support for recovery from prescription opioids, heroin or fentanyl.
Benzodiazepines & sedatives
Emotional stabilization and anxiety management after detox from Xanax, Klonopin or Ativan.
Stimulants & cocaine
New thinking patterns and impulse-control skills for cocaine, crack, meth or prescription stimulant misuse.
Cannabis & polysubstance use
Structure, accountability and new coping skills for daily marijuana use or using more than one substance.
Co-Occurring Mental Health Conditions
Our clinicians treat mental health conditions alongside addiction, so you can build lasting emotional stability. Learn more about our dual diagnosis program.
- Generalized anxiety & panic disorders
- Major depressive disorder
- PTSD & complex trauma
- Bipolar disorder & mood swings
Virtual IOP Serving Communities Across New Jersey
Because our virtual intensive outpatient program runs on HIPAA-compliant telehealth, where you live is never a barrier to accredited care. Quantum Behavioral Health supports clients statewide, including:
Ocean & Monmouth Counties
Toms River, Brick, Lakewood, Jackson, Freehold, Middletown and Red Bank
North Jersey
Newark, Jersey City, Morristown, Hackensack, Paterson and Wayne
Central Jersey
New Brunswick, Edison, Princeton, Trenton and Woodbridge
South Jersey
Cherry Hill, Camden, Vineland, Atlantic City and Voorhees
Prefer face-to-face support or structured sober living? You can move into our in-person program at 144 Mill Street in South Toms River at any time. Take a tour of our facility.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virtual IOP in New Jersey
Is virtual IOP as effective as going to rehab in person?
Research suggests it can be. In a Hazelden Betty Ford study, people in virtual IOP were just as likely to report staying sober at one and three months as people in in-person IOP, and fewer left treatment early. Virtual IOP works best for people with a stable, substance-free home. You get the same hours of licensed therapy, curriculum and psychiatric support, without the travel.
What technology do I need to join Quantum's VIOP?
Just a smartphone, tablet or computer with a working camera, microphone and a stable internet connection, plus a private, quiet room where you can speak freely during sessions.
Can I keep my job while I'm in virtual IOP?
Yes. Our Evening VIOP Track is built for working professionals, parents and students. If you need daytime flexibility or workplace protections, our case management team can also help with FMLA and short-term disability paperwork.
How do you keep people accountable in an online rehab program?
Accountability is built into every part of the program. Cameras stay on during live sessions, you check in regularly with your primary therapist, and you complete drug testing at a local lab when it’s clinically needed.
Does insurance cover virtual IOP in New Jersey?
Many commercial plans do. Quantum works with most major plans that have out-of-network PPO or POS benefits, including Horizon BCBSNJ, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, UMR and NYSHIP. Coverage depends on your plan, so our admissions team verifies your telehealth benefits for free, with no obligation.
Is virtual IOP confidential?
Yes. Sessions take place on a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform, and federal privacy rules protect addiction treatment records. We just ask that you join from a private space so you can speak openly.
How fast can I start virtual IOP in New Jersey?
In most cases, you can start the same day or the next day. When you call our admissions team, we’ll complete a confidential phone assessment and verify your insurance benefits within hours, so you can join your first session right away.
