Intentionally Small Groups
Our IOP groups stabilize at around 8 participants. That's not an accident. Smaller groups create real accountability, genuine peer connection, and enough space for every voice to matter.
Intimate, trauma-informed groups for addiction, co-occurring mental health, and the deeper work of rebuilding a life. Evening sessions. Medicaid and Medicare accepted.
Amite City sits in the thick of real work and real struggle. Whether you're commuting down Highway 51, managing the weight of family expectations, or just carrying the strain that comes with staying afloat, the pressure builds quietly. Reaching out can feel impossible when you've been taught to handle things on your own. But that weight doesn't have to sit with you alone.
Integrative Recovery Therapies was built by people in New Orleans who've actually been through it, not by a corporate playbook. In our groups, you're sitting with folks who get it because they've lived it. There's no pretense, no box-checking. Just real people working through real stuff together, week after week. That consistency matters. Connection matters.
In Amite City, finding a mental health provider who accepts Medicaid and offers evening appointments can feel nearly impossible. We built our practice around what this community actually needs: small groups that feel safe and personal, evening sessions so work doesn't have to stop, and a genuine commitment to meeting people without judgment. You belong here.
Our IOP groups stabilize at around 8 participants. That's not an accident. Smaller groups create real accountability, genuine peer connection, and enough space for every voice to matter.
Groups run Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 6–9 PM. You keep your job, your family commitments, and your daily life while doing real recovery work.
Our co-founders include people who have walked their own recovery journeys. That shows up in how we listen, what we understand without explaining, and how we hold accountability without shame.
Quality care shouldn't require a private-pay budget. We accept Medicaid, Medicare, and select commercial plans, because access is part of equity.
We don't separate substance use from the anxiety, trauma, or depression underneath it. Whole-person care treats the full picture, not just the most visible symptom.
Can't make it in person? Telehealth sessions are available for residents throughout Louisiana via HIPAA-compliant video. Same care, wherever you are.
A free 15-minute consultation. No pressure, no commitment. Just an honest conversation about whether we're a good fit.
Getting started doesn't require you to have it all together. Here's what happens next.
Fill out our short intake form or call us directly. A real person, often one of our founders, will respond personally, usually within one business day.
We'll talk honestly about what you're navigating, what you're looking for, and whether IRT is the right fit. No pressure. If we're not the right fit, we'll help you find who is.
The first meeting is about listening and relationship-building, not paperwork or protocols. You don't have to disclose everything. You just have to show up.
Together we define goals, talk through group vs. individual options, and build a plan that fits your life, not a one-size-fits-all treatment template.
Yes, we work with clients throughout the Amite City area, including nearby communities like Tangipahoa, Independence, Fluoriday, and Kentwood. With telehealth appointments available, geographic distance isn't a barrier for most of our services. For in-person group sessions, we're based in New Orleans, which is about an hour's drive away. We're happy to discuss what works best for your situation.
Our IOP groups meet Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings from 6 to 9 PM and typically include around 8 participants. Sessions blend psychoeducation, skills training (DBT, CBT, mindfulness-based approaches), and open peer dialogue in a structured but non-punitive environment. The goal isn't confession or compliance; it's genuine connection, practical skill-building, and honest accountability. Groups are intentionally small so that each person's voice gets space.
Yes. We accept Medicaid, Medicare, and select commercial insurance plans. This is a deliberate choice. Access to quality mental health and addiction care should not be limited to people who can afford private-pay rates. If you have questions about your specific coverage, please contact us and we'll work through it with you directly, without judgment and without sales pressure.
Many of the people who come to us have been dismissed, rushed, or made to feel like a number in a system that wasn't built for them. We hear that often, and we take it seriously. IRT was built specifically to be different: small, relationship-centered, trauma-informed, and honest about what we can and can't offer. If something doesn't feel right, you can say so. We will not abandon you, and we will not shame you for having doubts.
We know reaching out takes courage, especially if you've tried before or been disappointed by the system. That's why we start simple: a free 15-minute conversation, no strings attached, just to see if we're a fit. You can listen more than you talk. You can take time. Small steps have a way of leading somewhere better.
No commitment required. Medicaid and Medicare accepted. Telehealth available statewide.