Admissions at Kolmac: Start outpatient treatment within one business day

At Kolmac, we strive to keep the admissions process simple. We handle your insurance verification and let you know exactly what to expect in terms of out-of-pocket costs. 

Once we complete an initial eligibility screening, you’ll be scheduled to meet with a licensed clinician quickly. In most cases, you can be in treatment within one business day of your first call. 

Following that, you’ll collaborate with our clinician to identify the program that best suits your needs and goals.

For family members: Getting help for a loved one

Many people reach out to Kolmac because they’re concerned about a loved one. 

You can speak with our admissions specialists to understand the nature of the treatment, the expected steps, and strategies to motivate your loved one to commit to treatment. 

Patient confidentiality rules mean we can’t disclose everything about someone undergoing treatment, but we can give you all the information you need to help them get there. 

For healthcare providers: The referral process 

Kolmac works closely with a network of physicians, counselors, employee assistance professionals, social workers, and attorneys who refer patients for outpatient treatment. 

We process and admit referred patients promptly. 

Referral partners can expect written progress reports, phone consultations, and updates throughout every phase of treatment. 

You can refer a patient by calling (888) 331-5251 or by submitting an online request through our referral partner page. 

What happens after admission 

Treatment at Kolmac involves several phases, including detoxification, IOP, and continuing care. 

Virtual detox 

At Kolmac, we prioritize accessibility to detox for all individuals seeking help. We understand that extended inpatient treatment may not be possible for all individuals, so we’ve developed a home-based option. 

Through a comprehensive medical evaluation and screening process, we identify suitable candidates who can begin their detox from the comfort of their own homes. 

Partial hospitalization program (PHP) 

For patients who need the highest level of outpatient structure, PHP provides several hours of clinical programming per day without an overnight stay. It often serves as a step between detox and IOP, or as an entry point for those who need more support than IOP provides. Availability varies by location. 

PHP is offered at Arlington, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, and Bryn Mawr, and is not currently offered at our Maryland locations.

Intensive outpatient program (IOP) 

Following detox, your IOP begins. Sessions run 3 to 4 days per week, totaling 9 to 12 hours of structured treatment that combines group therapy, individual counseling, and educational programming.  

As you progress, your care team will adjust the frequency and structure of your sessions based on your clinical needs. 

Individual treatment and family support 

Additionally, we can organize individual therapy sessions and family support groups during this time, providing comprehensive and personalized care. 

Continuing care 

When you reach the continuing care stage, you will attend group therapy for two hours every week. This involves monthly lessons to track your development. 

How long this stage lasts can change depending on what you precisely need. 

Care for a lifetime 

Kolmac’s clinical team is here to provide compassionate, evidence-based care at every stage of your treatment. 

Our clinical team will treat you with kindness, understanding, and respect.