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Addiction recovery does not look the same for everyone. Some people need time to focus on healing in a safe space, insulated from the outside world. Others need additional support to help them stay on track. Others still need space to work on rebuilding their lives while also working on recovery. Addiction specialists understand that effective treatment needs to meet you where you are, which is why there are so many rehab treatment choices.

3 Minute Read | Published Jan 24 2024 | Updated Mar 11 2024 Expert Verified
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The most common types of addiction treatment are detox centers, inpatient rehab, and outpatient rehab. However, there are other options available, including PHP programs. These programs teach valuable skills that can help you stay sober while also helping you transition into life outside of rehab. 

Is PHP treatment right for you or someone you love? Let’s take a closer look at this form of addiction care.

PHP stands for “partial hospitalization program.” This type of rehab requires patients to attend treatment five days a week for four to six hours each day. However, patients in PHP do not have to live at the rehab center. They can live at home or in a sober living facility while they go through the program.

During a PHP, patients will work with psychologists and psychiatrists. They will attend group therapy and one-on-one counseling to uncover more about themselves and their addiction and learn how to remain sober — even when confronted by their substance use triggers. If necessary, patients may also receive addiction treatment medications, which the staff will closely monitor to keep the patients safe.

Most addiction specialists consider PHP care a “‘step-down” form of treatment. It’s typically recommended only for individuals who have already gone through inpatient treatment and are looking for help as they begin their new life in recovery. Because patients in PHP don’t have to live at the facility full-time, they can spend time with their families, return to work (albeit part-time, as PHP therapy does take 20-30 hours a week), and start to regain a sense of normalcy in their post-rehab lives.

Getting Insurance to Cover Addiction Rehab

One of the most common reasons why people avoid addiction care is concerns about the cost. It is true that rehab can be expensive, but there are options available for people who need affordable help for their addiction.

Firstly, many insurance policies offer coverage for addiction treatment. Better Addiction Care can help you find a PHP program that accepts your insurance, so you can get the help you need without a significant financial burden. Just tell our treatment advisors who you’re insured by, and we’ll find the program that’s right for your situation.

What if you’re not insured? That’s ok; Better Addiction Care can help you connect with one of the many state-funded rehabs in your area. These facilities offer a variety of treatment plans from inpatient rehab to PHP addiction treatment, and they are free for qualifying individuals.

Learn More About PHP Addiction Treatment

No matter what kind of rehab program you’re looking for, know that you are not alone. The team at Better Addiction Care is here to help you find the right rehab center for you or your loved one, so you can stop addiction from controlling your life.

Better Addiction Care has treatment advisors ready to take your call 24/7. Calls are free and 100% confidential. Call today to learn more about PHP programs near you.

However, it’s important to remember that the specific programs offered in your treatment center will vary, so remember to tell your treatment advisor what kinds of treatment you’re interested in when you call Better Addiction Care.

Common Questions About PHP Rehab Programs

If inpatient addiction care helps you build a foundation for your new, sober life, PHP addiction treatment helps you shore up that foundation. 

Group therapy and counseling can help you learn more coping mechanisms and tools for overcoming your addiction. And because patients in PHP get to live at home, they can start to rebuild relationships with their loved ones, start looking for work or resume their current jobs, and generally start the road to recovery in normal life.

PHP and outpatient treatment do share some similarities. They both allow participants to live at home, and they are less intensive than inpatient care. 

However, PHP requires a much greater time commitment than outpatient programs. PHP programs require participants to spend 20 to 30 hours a week in treatment, while outpatient programs typically require five hours of treatment each week.


PHP treatment typically involves 2 hours of therapy (either group counseling or one-on-one), followed by 2 hours of skills learning through various therapies, like family therapy or music and arts therapy. 

If you have co-occurring disorders (for example, substance use disorder and depression), the psychiatrist at PHP may prescribe you medication to assist in your recovery. If you’re still experiencing detox symptoms, you may receive medically-assisted treatment to help you safely complete detox from drugs

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