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Designed to support and help stabilize acute symptoms and prevent hospitalization or ER visits for adults, children and adolescents. Our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) program also includes Psychiatric Day Treatment Program (PDTP), Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and Early Intensive Intervention Program (EIIP).
PDTP Overview
The Partial Hospitalization Day Treatment Program (PDTP) is an intensive outpatient mental health service designed for individuals who need more support than traditional outpatient therapy offers but do not require 24-hour inpatient care. It serves individuals experiencing acute mental health symptoms, crisis situations, or difficulty managing their mental health independently. Typically lasting two to three weeks, the program involves daily attendance for 6/6.5 hours on weekdays. Participants engage in a structured schedule of therapeutic activities including individual and group therapy, medication management, psychoeducation, and skill-building exercises in a supportive, supervised environment.
A key aspect of the PDTP is its multidisciplinary approach, involving collaboration among psychiatrists, therapists, nurses, case managers, and other mental health professionals to create and implement individualized treatment plans. Psychiatric care is central to the program, beginning with a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, followed by medication management and symptom monitoring. The program is designed not only to stabilize participants and improve behavioral functioning but also to support a smooth transition from inpatient care or crisis settings to lower levels of outpatient care. It emphasizes emotional regulation, coping skill development, and behavioral health improvement to promote long-term recovery and wellness.
IOP Overview
The Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is a structured mental health treatment option designed for individuals who need more support than traditional outpatient therapy but do not require the intensity of inpatient care or a Partial Day Treatment Program (PDTP). It is particularly beneficial for those transitioning from higher levels of care or for individuals who need structured support while continuing with their daily responsibilities at home, school, or work. The program typically requires attendance three to five days per week, for three to four hours each day, and includes a mix of group therapy, individual therapy, psychoeducation, and skills training.
Key features of the IOP include a flexible schedule that accommodates participants’ personal obligations, a multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals who develop and oversee individualized treatment plans, and a variety of therapeutic interventions aimed at symptom stabilization and skill development. Participants engage in group and individual sessions that focus on emotional regulation, stress management, and effective communication. The program serves as both a step-down from more intensive care and a step-up from traditional outpatient
therapy, offering a supportive and collaborative environment where individuals can build coping strategies and work toward sustained mental health recovery.
EIIP Overview
The Early Intensive Intervention Program (EIIP) is a structured mental health treatment option designed to provide flexible, yet high-impact support for individuals experiencing emotional or behavioral health challenges. Complementing the IOP, the Early Intensive Intervention Program (EIIP) is a short-term, school-based behavioral health program lasting 2–4 weeks, designed specifically for youth.
EIIP emphasizes prevention, early intervention, and intensive treatment aimed at stabilizing acute behavioral health symptoms and facilitating a smooth transition back to the classroom. EIIP provides timely, high-impact support, helping students manage mental health challenges before they escalate, while also coordinating with families and school staff to ensure continuity of care. EIIP offers a comprehensive continuum of care that bridges higher-intensity services and traditional outpatient therapy, supporting youth in achieving long-term mental health and stability and transitioning back into the school environment.