Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) for Addiction Treatment
In 2021, 40.3 million people in the United States had a substance use disorder, and only 6.5% of them received any kind of treatment. There are many reasons for this low treatment rate, but one significant problem is that not everyone can take time off from their responsibilities to begin inpatient treatment, and not everyone can pay for this option.
Traditional outpatient services may not provide the high level of care needed, either, making it tough for a large group of people with substance use disorders to get the exact type of care they need. Partial hospitalization programs (PHPs) offer the solution.
What Is a Partial Hospitalization Program?
Partial hospitalization programs, also called day treatment, offer the structured care you need with shorter requirement that you stay at the facility overnight vs typical inpatient treatment. PHPs provide a level of care that bridges the gap between inpatient and outpatient treatment, offering hours of assistance each day on most days of the week.
Typically, PHPs offer at least six hours of treatment a day, though it’s possible to receive more. This highly structured schedule provides an intensive level of support that can be essential for those who are moving down from inpatient treatment or who can’t participate in inpatient care but still require very hands-on programs.
Like inpatient treatment, PHPs provide numerous services, including:
Medication management
Group therapy sessions
Individual therapy sessions
Aftercare planning
Family therapy sessions
Dual-diagnosis treatment
Experiential therapy
Relapse prevention
Benefits of PHP Treatment OF
Provides High-Intensity Treatment
PHPs offer a significantly higher level of care than traditional outpatient addiction treatment. This is essential for those starting their recovery or people who worry about the transition between inpatient and standard outpatient programs.
Each week, you spend hours in treatment and participate in individual and group therapy sessions to address the underlying cause of your substance use disorder. This high intensity makes it easier to gain a footing on your recovery.
Offers a Less Restrictive Setting
You don’t stay overnight at the facility when you choose partial hospitalization programs. This is essential if you have family or work responsibilities you can’t set aside.
You can return home each night and keep your privacy. If you decide to participate in inpatient treatment, for example, you might have to let your employer know why you’ll be out for a period of time. This may not be something you’re ready to do and could keep you from getting assistance in the first place.
Allows for Immediate Application of Skills
Removing yourself fully from your routine can make it difficult to transition out of inpatient treatment. The skills you learn in a PHP can help you tackle all of the daily stresses you may encounter when you return home. During your therapy sessions, you can address the various challenges you face in your everyday life.
Provides an Affordable Option
Inpatient care may not be an option for everyone. Staying at a facility can be more expensive if your insurance doesn’t have full-coverage, and you’ll also need to take time off from work. That is not feasible for many. PHPs don’t really require that you take time off unless you want to.
Allows You to Build a Large Support System
When you enter inpatient care, your support system is made up of our professional medical staff who are offering guidance as well as other people who are getting treatment at the same time as you. If you participate in PHPs, you have both staff and your loved ones’ added support when home.
Helps You Build Confidence and Stability
Being able to put what you learn in your therapy sessions into actual practice can provide the confidence boost you need. You can use techniques for emotional regulation as well as communication strategies to help you address relationship issues in your daily life.
How Does PHP Treatment Tie Into Inpatient and Outpatient Treatment?
A partial hospitalization program can also be an option if you have completed other programs and relapsed. You may not need the level of care of inpatient services if you can remain safe and get back on the road to recovery with the assistance of a PHP.
These programs also make it easier for you to transfer to standard outpatient treatment. PHPs teach you how to participate in your daily life while still maintaining your sobriety, so the transition to a more standard outpatient program is less stressful.
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Is Detox Required After PHP?
Most of the time, people who choose to participate in PHPs don’t need detox services or have already completed them. Warrior provides detoxification services onsite with experienced medical professionals who provide evidence-based treatment methods for a safe detox process.
Who Is Ideal for a PHP?
Not everyone can benefit from a PHP, so it’s essential to understand whether it’s a good fit for you. The first thing to think about is whether your home environment can help you remain sober.
If you have easy access to drugs or alcohol, or if your partner or housemate has an active addiction and they’re not receiving help, then that’s not the best environment for you. The same thing applies if your home is turbulent and you experience abuse or other triggers that could lead you to rely on substances again.
Those who can benefit the most from a PHP are people who have a safe home environment and supportive loved ones who can help them through a crisis. It’s also a good choice for those with a steady job they can’t step away from.
People transitioning from inpatient care can greatly benefit from this treatment option. It’s a continuation of the work they have already done, providing the support they need to gradually reintegrate into their lives.
The Estate’s PHP program can also be a great option if you have mental health disorders that co-occur with substance use disorder. People who have co-occurring conditions typically need a higher level of care because both concerns need to be treated at the same time. Standard outpatient care is typically not enough unless they have completed a previous program that prepared them with the necessary skills.
If you take medications for mental or physical health issues, PHPs offer medication management services. Your care team will ensure that you receive the drugs you need, removing one worry from your life.
Does Insurance Cover PHP Treatment?
Most major insurance companies cover addiction treatment, including partial hospitalization programs. This would be covered under your mental health benefits. Make sure to check that your individual plan covers it, or call our 24/7 customer service team and we will help you verify your plan.
Some insurance companies require medical authorization before you can receive PHP care. Ask your doctor about this, and ensure that you double-check all of the requirements with your coverage plan.
PHPs can be in or out-of-network. It’s vital to understand if your health insurance plan works with the center you’ve been considering
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The Next Steps After PHP
IOPs offer fewer hours of treatment a day and allow you more freedom to adjust to your daily life. This slow increase in your independence can be an effective way of building your confidence in your own sobriety.
For others, standard outpatient services can be the right step after PHP. Standard outpatient services offer the most freedom while still providing individual and group therapy sessions you can depend on.
Each person is different, so their journey through recovery can also vary. Your care team will work closely with you to find the path that can help you achieve long-term sobriety.
Finding Your Sobriety
Whether you’ve tried to get sober and relapsed or haven’t made the attempt yet, one of the options to consider is participating in a partial hospitalization program. These can cater to your exact needs without requiring that you step completely out of your life and away from your responsibilities.
You don’t have to struggle through all of this on your own. With the right care team beside you, finding your sobriety once more is possible.
A Step Toward Recovery
“The team at Bradford was always so welcoming and accommodating. They didn’t turn me away or give up on me when I relapsed. I was welcomed back with open arms with a “let’s try this again to help you get your life back” approach. They never made me feel unworthy. The quality of care, doctors, and nurses are suburb.”
– Mallory E., Bradford Alumnus
A Step Toward Recovery
“The team at Bradford was always so welcoming and accommodating. They didn’t turn me away or give up on me when I relapsed. I was welcomed back with open arms with a “let’s try this again to help you get your life back” approach. They never made me feel unworthy. The quality of care, doctors, and nurses are suburb.”
– Mallory E., Bradford Alumnus
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