Partial Hospitalization Programs and Centers
Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) are the most intensive outpatient option, usually 20-30 hours per week. Patients attend treatment during the day and return home each evening. PHP bridges residential treatment and standard outpatient care, offering strong support without an overnight stay.
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Understanding Partial Hospitalization
Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) provide the most intensive level of outpatient addiction treatment. Smoking-Cessation.org helps you find PHP programs offering full day treatment while you return home each evening.
What a PHP Day Looks Like
PHP typically includes:
- 20-30 hours of treatment per week (5-6 days)
- Medical monitoring and medication management
- Intensive group and individual therapy
- Psychiatric evaluation and treatment for co-occurring disorders
- Structured daily programming from morning to afternoon
How PHP Bridges Levels
PHP bridges residential treatment and intensive outpatient. It's used when someone needs more support than IOP offers but doesn't require 24-hour residential supervision. It's also a common step-down after completing inpatient or residential care.
Who PHP Suits
PHP fits people with moderate to severe addictions who have stable housing, those with co-occurring mental health conditions needing integrated care, and patients stepping down from higher levels who still need substantial daily support.
