Merrill, WI • Population: 2,299

Virtual IOP Options in Merrill

Flexible online treatment for mental health in Lincoln County.

Population
2,299
Programs Available
4
Treatment Hours
9-20 hrs/week

Crisis Resources

For immediate help, contact the Wisconsin Crisis Line at 1-888-424-9490.

Merrill, Wisconsin, is a welcoming community that supports the mental health needs of its residents. As the county seat of Lincoln County, Merrill is home to a diverse population that can benefit from accessible mental health resources. Virtual Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) provide critical support for individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges right from the comfort of their homes, ensuring that distance and commuting are no longer barriers to receiving care.

For residents of Merrill, engaging in a Virtual IOP can significantly enhance their quality of life. With flexible scheduling options, participants can effortlessly maintain their work, school, and family commitments while receiving vital therapeutic support. This program is designed to cater to adults and adolescents facing issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance use disorders, offering a lifeline to those in need of immediate assistance.

These structured programs typically involve 9-20 hours of therapy each week, including individual and group sessions led by licensed professionals. To get started, local residents can explore various online platforms, ensuring they find a program that accepts their insurance and addresses their specific needs. Many programs are HIPAA-compliant, ensuring privacy and security during sessions.

Why Choose Virtual IOP in Merrill?

  • Flexible online access from home
  • Evidence-based therapies tailored to your needs
  • No commute, maintaining work and family life

Nearby areas served include Wausau and Tomahawk, providing additional resources.

Insurance Coverage

Most major insurance plans are accepted, including Medicare and Medicaid.

Online Programs Serving Merrill

These virtual IOP programs accept patients from across Wisconsin

Compass Health Center - Compass Virtual PHP/IOP

Mental Health & Substance Use
Regional Coverage
Adolescents (13–18), young adults (18–23), and adults (23+) — separate age-specific virtual programs
877-552-6672

Provides both Intensive Outpatient and Partial Hospitalization levels of care virtually. Highly specialized programs including School Anxiety/Refusal, OCD & Complex Anxiety, Trauma-focused IOPs, and even programs addressing chronic pain with mental health. Known for short-term, outcomes-focused care with multidisciplinary teams. Patients participate in structured group therapy daily via Compass Virtual, with additional family support and psychiatric services as needed. Offers an after-school Intensive Outpatient Program for teens (attend school by day, therapy in late afternoon), and an evening IOP for adults (“after work” 5-8pm CST) to accommodate daily schedules. Emphasizes evidence-based group therapy (CBT, DBT, ACT) with regular psychiatry consults and family therapy integration. Must be physically located in IL, MD, VA, or WI during sessions; expanding to additional states soon. Outcomes comparable to in-person, with high patient satisfaction.

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Eating Recovery At Home (ERC Virtual IOP)

Mental Health
Available in 16 States
Children, adolescents, and adults (inclusive of LGBTQ+)
877-825-8584

3x 3-hour groups weekly plus individual, nutrition & family therapy; outcomes equal to in-person; widely insurance-covered; named a top online program 2022-2024.

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Hazelden Betty Ford Virtual IOP (RecoveryGo)

Mental Health & Substance Use
Available in 6 States
Adults (18+) with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions; family programming available for loved ones
866-831-5700

Virtual rehab from the nation’s leading addiction treatment provider, integrating care for addiction and mental health (treating anxiety, depression, trauma alongside substance use). Program includes group therapy sessions, individual counseling, psychiatric support/medication management, recovery coaching, and family services delivered via secure telehealth. Outcomes data show virtual IOP is as effective as in-person treatment. Covered by many insurance plans; currently offered in eight states and continuing to expand.

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Rogers Behavioral Health - Telehealth IOP (Rogers Connect Care)

Mental Health & Substance Use
Available in 4 States
Children, adolescents, and adults (varies by program; Rogers offers tracks for OCD/anxiety in youth as well as adult programs)
833-308-5887

Nationwide leader in evidence-based specialty care. Rogers’ accredited telehealth programs deliver the same intensive CBT, DBT, and exposure therapies used in their residential centers. Known for treating OCD and complex anxiety with Exposure and Response Prevention, and offering dedicated tracks for trauma, depression, and addiction recovery. Telehealth IOP/PHP is called Rogers Connect Care, and outcome data show virtual patients make strong progress comparable to in-person care. Services include ~3 hours/day of group therapy, 5 days a week, with adjunct individual therapy and medication management as needed.

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