A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is the most structured level of outpatient care, with daytime treatment most weekdays and nights spent at home. At Lotus Recovery Treatment Center in Thousand Oaks, PHP is our highest level of care, combining therapy, psychiatric care and relapse prevention for mental health or addiction before you step down to IOP.
What Is a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)?
Individuals in this program travel to and from treatment most days of the week and are able to return home or to sober housing outside of treatment hours. We recommend this program to those who have completed an inpatient or residential program and need more structure and support than a standard outpatient program. Our PHP program in Thousand Oaks, CA gives you that structure while you live at home.
Also known as day treatment, PHP treatment includes evidence-based therapies, group sessions, educational classes and complementary activities like meditation. Therapeutic activities are scheduled most days of the week, Monday through Friday, so you keep working toward your recovery goals. We also provide mental health partial hospitalization services that support emotional stability alongside addiction recovery.
What Does PHP in Thousand Oaks Entail?
As a midway point between inpatient and outpatient treatment, PHPs offer many of the same services as an inpatient program, such as medication management, individual and group therapy, family therapy, educational groups and recreational activities.
Most people who are in this program have completed detox and do not require 24-hour supervision. They are ready to begin their transition to everyday life and start applying the skills they are learning in treatment to real world situations. PHP rehab at Lotus Recovery focuses on practical skills and emotional healing, and it serves clients from Thousand Oaks and Westlake Village, CA. The treatment elements included in our PHP are:
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Individual Therapy
Talking with a licensed mental health professional can help you break old thought patterns that could be contributing to your substance use and identify underlying psychological issues like trauma or abuse. Common therapies used include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and contingency management. Our sessions are guided by licensed PHP therapists who specialize in evidence-based recovery methods.
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Group Therapy
Group therapy sessions are the backbone of outpatient treatment programs. These meetings include peer-based recovery support, family-focused groups and psychosocial education classes. Group work also supports those looking for mental health outpatient therapy in a compassionate environment.
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Medication-Assisted Treatment
MAT involves the use of medication to reduce withdrawal symptoms, decrease cravings and support a healthy recovery. These medications are used in combination with behavioral therapies. MAT may be complemented by TMS treatment options for individuals who qualify.
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Holistic Therapies
Holistic therapies such as meditation and breathwork help with stress and everyday challenges. They can be used when dealing with stress or coping with life’s challenges, preventing relapse and supporting a healthy recovery. These modalities support holistic therapy addiction recovery pathways for long-term wellness.
Mental Health PHP and Addiction PHP Tracks
Lotus Recovery runs separate PHP tracks for mental health and substance use. A mental health PHP helps with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder or trauma when weekly therapy is not enough. The addiction track focuses on stabilizing, cravings and relapse prevention. If you have both, your care is coordinated through our dual diagnosis program.
For substance use, PHP works as an outpatient PHP rehab. You get the structure of a full treatment day, including therapy, medical care and relapse prevention, then go home each evening.
PHP vs IOP
| PHP | IOP | |
|---|---|---|
| Time in treatment | Daytime treatment most weekdays | A few hours, several days a week |
| Best for | Symptoms that make daily life hard to manage | More support than weekly therapy, while you keep working |
| Next step | IOP | Outpatient or evening program |
Most people step down from PHP to our intensive outpatient program as they get steadier.
Who are the Best Candidates for PHP?
PHP is not the right first step for everyone, so your needs are assessed first. It’s possible that you could require detox and/or inpatient rehabilitation prior to starting a partial hospitalization program. With the effectiveness of medication management, some people are able to start PHP immediately after detox.
We recommend our PHP for individuals who:
- Have a strong support system at home
- Do not require detox (or have already completed detox)
- Do not require 24-hour monitoring
- Have reliable transportation to and from treatment
- Are committed to working the program and ready for change
If you meet these criteria but lack a supportive home environment, sober housing is an option. Our sober supportive housing is a sober living option that gives PHP clients a stable, substance-free place to live. This partial hospitalization program is also a supportive option for clients transitioning from drug rehab who still need daily structure.
Benefits of a PHP Program
A PHP program gives you daily support at the point where you need it most, often right after detox or a hospital stay. You get psychosocial support, individual treatment and relapse prevention planning, and you learn coping and problem-solving skills you use at home the same day. As you improve, you step down to IOP or evening therapy and take on more responsibility.
Call (805) 856-6690 to ask about PHP. Our admissions line is open 24/7, and most insurance is accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in a partial hospitalization program in Thousand Oaks, CA?
PHP includes individual therapy, group therapy, psychiatric care and medication management, plus relapse prevention and life skills groups. You attend during the day most weekdays and go home at night.
How many hours per week are patients expected to participate in the program?
PHP is our most structured level of outpatient care, with treatment most weekdays. Your exact schedule is set at your assessment.
How does PHP differ from full inpatient treatment or standard outpatient care?
Inpatient care means living at a facility around the clock. PHP gives you similar daily therapy but you sleep at home. Standard outpatient care is a few hours a week, so PHP offers far more structure.
Are medication-assisted treatments available during the partial hospitalization program?
Yes. For opioid or alcohol use, our medical team offers Suboxone or Vivitrol alongside therapy. Medication for mental health symptoms is managed by our psychiatric team.
How does the program help patients transition back to regular outpatient care or independent living?
As you improve, your hours drop and you step down to IOP, then standard outpatient or evening care. Your team plans each step with you, including aftercare and support groups.
How long do people stay in PHP?
It depends on your progress. Your team reviews your plan often, then steps you down to IOP when you are ready.
What is the purpose of a partial hospitalization program?
PHP gives you close daily support without an overnight stay. It is often used after a hospital stay or detox, or when outpatient care has not been enough.
Is PHP the same as rehab?
PHP is a form of outpatient rehab. You attend treatment for most of the day, several days a week, but live at home instead of staying overnight at a facility.