Intensive day treatment program providing comprehensive psychiatric services, evidence-based therapy, group support, and structured clinical care. PHP is designed for individuals experiencing acute psychiatric or substance use symptoms requiring intensive treatment while maintaining home-based living and select daily responsibilities.
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PHP is an intensive structured program providing 5-7 days per week treatment, typically 5-8 hours daily. You attend program during daytime hours and return home evenings and weekends, creating a bridge between 24/7 inpatient care and standard outpatient treatment. PHP is appropriate for individuals experiencing acute psychiatric crisis, suicidal ideation, substance use requiring medical oversight, or those transitioning from inpatient hospitalization who still need intensive care. PHP addresses co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions through structured, specialty-led care with coordinated psychiatric and therapeutic teams.
Right for you if:
Note: Daily schedule varies based on individual clinical needs. Some clients attend intensive morning track (8:30 AM - 1:00 PM) for work/school compatibility. Others attend full day. Psychiatric appointments, family sessions, or specialized treatments (like TMS) are incorporated into the schedule as needed. Schedule adjusted based on progress and individual circumstances.
Ongoing psychiatric oversight with daily medical monitoring. Medication management, medication adjustment, substance withdrawal management, crisis stabilization, and psychiatric support by board-certified psychiatrists.
Evidence-based weekly individual therapy addressing root causes, co-occurring conditions, trauma, triggers, and recovery goals. CBT, DBT, EMDR, trauma-informed therapy, or modalities tailored to individual needs.
Multiple intensive therapy groups daily including process groups, skills groups, substance use groups, and specialized groups. Peer support and community building are fundamental to PHP effectiveness.
Education about mental health conditions, substance use disorders, medications, co-occurring conditions, recovery strategies, relapse prevention, healthy coping, family dynamics, and wellness.
Yoga, art therapy, sound meditation, mindfulness, recreational activities supporting physical health, emotional well-being, stress management, and holistic wellness during treatment.
Support with housing, employment, benefits, medications, insurance, social services. Addressing barriers to recovery and helping coordinate care with external providers.
Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, 5-7 days weekly
Full program attendance for acute symptoms requiring comprehensive daily support. Ideal for acute crisis, recent hospitalization, or severe co-occurring conditions.
Hours: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM, 5-7 days weekly
Intensive morning programming allowing afternoon/evening for work, school, or caregiving. Ideal for stabilized crisis or those with significant daily responsibilities.
Average Duration: 4-8 weeks of intensive daily treatment
Initial Intensive Phase (Weeks 1-2): Daily 5-7 day attendance for acute stabilization, symptom management, medication optimization.
Active Treatment Phase (Weeks 2-6): Continued daily attendance with therapeutic work addressing root causes, building skills, emotional processing.
Transition Phase (Weeks 6-8): As symptoms stabilize and skills develop, frequency may reduce to 4-5 days weekly, preparing for step-down to lower level of care.
Discharge Planning: Throughout treatment, discharge planning is underway identifying next appropriate level of care (IOP, outpatient, telehealth, supportive services).
Average PHP duration is 4-8 weeks. Some people need a 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 the next level of care. We assess progress regularly and adjust timeline based on clinical need.
Consistent attendance is critical for treatment success. We typically recommend 5-7 days weekly during the acute phase. As stabilization occurs and skills develop, frequency may reduce to 4-5 days. We understand life circumstances vary and work with you to maintain engagement while managing logistics.
Sometimes. If your job allows flexible hours or part-time work, and you can attend the morning track (8:30 AM - 1:00 PM), you might manage part-time work. However, the initial acute phase often requires full-time program commitment. As stabilization occurs, more flexibility becomes possible.
Discharge planning begins at admission. As you stabilize, we develop a transition plan identifying the next appropriate level of care. Options typically include IOP (3-5 days weekly), outpatient care (1-2 times weekly), or a combination. We coordinate with external providers and connect you to our alumni program for ongoing peer support.
Most insurance plans cover PHP. We verify coverage at intake, explain benefits and cost-sharing, and 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.
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.
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. Medication management is aligned with each client's primary treatment track, with coordination across specialties when co-occurring conditions are present.
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 provide evidence-based, specialty-led care with coordinated support for co-occurring conditions, but at different intensity levels. Learn more about our care model.
If you're experiencing acute crisis or need intensive daily support to stabilize psychiatric symptoms and substance use, PHP bridges hospitalization and outpatient care.
(747) 888-3000 Assess PHP EligibilityLearn more about partial hospitalization programs and acute mental health care:
Find treatment facilities including PHP programs in your area.
American Psychiatric Association resources on treatment levels and psychiatric care.
National Institute of Mental Health guide to finding appropriate mental health care.
24/7 crisis support: Call or text 988. Free, confidential, immediate help.
24/7 free, confidential treatment referral and information service: 1-800-662-4357.
Peer support organization for substance use recovery and mutual support.
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