Partial Hospitalization Program

Average PHP duration is 4-8 weeks. Some people need shorter acute intensive phase (2-4 weeks), others benefit from extended treatment (8-12 weeks). Duration depends on symptom severity, complexity of co-occurring conditions, treatment response, and readiness for next level of care. We assess progress regularly and adjust timeline based on clinical need and goals achieved.

Consistent attendance is critical for treatment success. We typically recommend 5-7 days weekly during acute phase. As stabilization occurs and skills develop, frequency may reduce to 4-5 days. We understand life circumstances vary—work, family, health—and we work with you to maintain engagement while managing logistics. Absences are addressed therapeutically, identifying barriers and problem-solving solutions.

Sometimes. If your job allows flexible hours or part-time work, and you can attend morning track (8:30 AM - 1:00 PM), you might manage part-time work. However, initial acute phase often requires full-time program commitment. As stabilization occurs, more flexibility becomes possible. We work with you to determine what's realistically manageable while prioritizing recovery.

Discharge planning begins at admission. As you stabilize, we develop transition plan identifying next appropriate level of care. Options typically include IOP (3-5 days weekly), outpatient care (1-2 times weekly), or combination approach. We help establish ongoing providers, coordinate with external therapists/psychiatrists, connect to alumni group and peer support, and ensure smooth continuity of care.

Most insurance plans cover PHP. We verify coverage at intake, explain benefits and cost-sharing, discuss deductibles and out-of-pocket costs. For uninsured or underinsured individuals, we offer financial assistance, payment plans, and sliding scale options. Financial barriers never prevent someone from accessing needed care. Our financial team works with you finding solutions.

If symptoms escalate or crisis emerges despite PHP, we can increase to RTC (24/7 residential care). We monitor progress closely and adjust level of care based on clinical need. Conversely, if you stabilize faster than expected, we can step down to IOP or outpatient. Flexibility is built into our continuum—we meet you where you are clinically.

Yes. PHP can provide medication-assisted treatment (MAT) including buprenorphine initiation/management, naltrexone, and other medications. For clients requiring methadone, we coordinate with external methadone clinics. Our integrated approach treats psychiatric symptoms and substance use simultaneously, with medication management addressing both conditions as interconnected.

PHP: Intensive daily care, 5-7 days weekly, 5-8 hours daily, for acute symptoms requiring daily medical oversight and intensive support.

IOP: Moderate intensity, 3-5 days weekly, 2-4 hours daily, for moderate symptoms while maintaining work/school commitments.

PHP bridges inpatient and outpatient. IOP balances treatment and regular life. Both involve integrated dual-diagnosis care and evidence-based treatment, but at different intensity levels.