Our PHP is designed to support stabilization, skill development, and clinical progress while allowing individuals to return home each evening. Treatment is delivered by an experienced multidisciplinary team using evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches tailored to each person’s needs.
If you or a loved one is struggling and needs more support than weekly therapy can provide, our admissions team can help determine whether PHP is the right next step.
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What Is a Partial Hospitalization Program?
A Partial Hospitalization Program is a high level of outpatient mental health care that provides intensive treatment during the day while allowing individuals to maintain some connection to daily life outside of treatment.
PHP typically involves structured programming several days per week for multiple hours per day. This level of care is often recommended as a step-down from inpatient treatment or as a hospital-diversion option for individuals who need significant support but do not require 24/7 supervision.
The goal of PHP is to reduce symptoms, improve functioning, and help individuals build the skills needed to transition safely to lower levels of care.
Who PHP Is Designed For?
A Partial Hospitalization Program may be appropriate for individuals whose mental health symptoms interfere with daily functioning but can be safely managed without overnight care.
Many people enter PHP while experiencing persistent depression, anxiety, mood instability, or trauma-related symptoms that are not improving with traditional outpatient therapy. Others transition into PHP after inpatient mental health treatment as part of a structured step-down plan.
PHP may also be a good fit for individuals who are at risk of hospitalization but can remain safe with intensive daytime treatment and strong clinical oversight. A confidential assessment can help determine whether this level of care is appropriate.
What to Expect in Our Partial Hospitalization Program
Our Partial Hospitalization Program in Bedford, MA follows a structured weekly schedule designed to promote consistency, stabilization, and therapeutic progress.
Each treatment day includes a combination of group therapy, individual clinical support, and psychiatric services. Patients work closely with clinicians to develop coping strategies, regulate emotions, and address the underlying factors contributing to their symptoms. Psychiatric evaluation and medication management are integrated throughout the program to support symptom stabilization.
As treatment progresses, the clinical team collaborates with each patient to prepare for the next phase of care, whether that involves stepping down to an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) or transitioning to outpatient treatment.
Therapies and Clinical Services Offered in PHP
Our PHP integrates evidence-based therapies with individualized psychiatric care. Treatment approaches are selected based on clinical needs rather than a one-size-fits-all model.
Patients may engage in therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills training, with a focus on emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and healthier thought patterns. Trauma-informed care is woven throughout the program to ensure treatment is delivered in a safe, respectful, and supportive environment.
Psychiatric services, including medication evaluation and management, are a core component of PHP and are closely monitored as symptoms evolve.
Mental Health Conditions Treated in PHP
Our Partial Hospitalization Program supports adults experiencing a range of mental health conditions that require intensive, structured care.
Individuals commonly seek PHP treatment for depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and trauma-related conditions such as PTSD. PHP may also be appropriate for those experiencing mood instability, emotional dysregulation, or worsening symptoms that make traditional outpatient care ineffective.
Treatment plans are individualized and adjusted throughout the program based on clinical progress and symptom response.
How PHP Fits Into the Continuum of Care
Partial Hospitalization Programs play a critical role within the mental health continuum of care. PHP often serves as a bridge between inpatient mental health treatment and outpatient services.
Some individuals enter PHP directly to prevent hospitalization, while others step down from inpatient care once acute symptoms stabilize. As progress is made, patients typically transition into an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) or outpatient mental health treatment to continue building stability and independence.
Our team prioritizes continuity of care and thoughtful transitions, ensuring each individual receives the appropriate level of support at every stage of treatment.
Admissions and Insurance for Treatment
Starting a Partial Hospitalization Program can feel overwhelming, especially when symptoms are escalating. Our admissions process is designed to be supportive, efficient, and confidential.
The process begins with a clinical assessment to understand symptoms, safety considerations, and treatment history. From there, our team helps determine whether PHP is the right level of care and coordinates next steps.
We work with many major insurance providers and can help clarify coverage and options. Rockland Recovery Behavioral Health North is in network with several plans, including BCBS, Aetna, Optum, TRICARE, UnitedHealthcare, Tufts, Harvard Pilgrim, Point32, Cigna, and Wellpoint.
Serving Bedford, MA and Surrounding Communities
Rockland Recovery Behavioral Health North provides Partial Hospitalization Program services to individuals throughout Bedford, Massachusetts and nearby communities across Middlesex County and Greater Boston.
We commonly serve individuals from Lexington, Burlington, Billerica, Concord, Wilmington, and surrounding areas who are seeking structured, accessible mental health treatment close to home.
Take the Next Step Toward Stabilization and Recovery
If you or a loved one needs structured mental health support without overnight hospitalization, a Partial Hospitalization Program may be the right fit. Rockland Recovery Behavioral Health North is here to help you explore your options and move forward with confidence.
Contact our admissions team today to request a confidential assessment and learn more about our Partial Hospitalization Program in Bedford, MA.