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A structured, intensive day-treatment program for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health needs.
Before exploring PHP in depth, you can view all levels of care here:
A Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), sometimes called day treatment, is a highly structured outpatient level of care that provides full clinical days of treatment without requiring overnight stay.
PHP is designed for individuals who:
PHP blends medical oversight, psychiatric care, evidence-based therapy, and daily structure, helping clients stabilize symptoms, strengthen coping skills, and develop a clear plan for long-term recovery.
You return home—or to supportive housing—at the end of each treatment day.
Understanding how PHP fits into the continuum of care can help you determine whether it’s the right next step.
Understanding how PHP fits into the continuum of care can help you determine whether it’s the right next step.
PHP vs. Residential Treatment
PHP vs. IOP (Intensive Outpatient Program)
PHP vs. Inpatient (Hospital) Care
PHP sits at the midpoint between residential and IOP, providing intensive daily support without full-time living on campus.
PHP is recommended for individuals who are:
PHP is especially helpful for clients who need daily therapeutic structure to stabilize patterns, emotions, and behaviors while beginning to reintegrate into their daily lives.
Common clinical scenarios where PHP is appropriate:
PHP helps bridge the gap between crisis stabilization and long-term outpatient recovery.
Medical Eligibility
You must be medically stable enough to participate in a full day of therapeutic services without needing overnight monitoring.
Psychiatric Eligibility
Appropriate for individuals with:
Not appropriate for individuals requiring psychiatric hospitalization or presenting symptoms that compromise daily safety.
Functional Eligibility
You must be able to:
Admissions includes a full assessment to ensure PHP is the safest and most helpful level of care.
Fountain Hills Recovery is a substance-use–primary provider that supports individuals with co-occurring mental health needs.
We Treat:
We Do Not Treat:
PHP provides the right blend of SUD treatment, psychiatric care, and daily structure for clients with dual-diagnosis needs.
A predictable routine supports stabilization and reduces the emotional swings of early recovery.
Morning
Midday
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PHP mirrors the clinical intensity of inpatient care without requiring overnight stay.
You are supported by a multidisciplinary team.
Medical Team
Clinical Team
Both teams collaborate to monitor symptoms, support stabilization, and adjust treatment when needed.
Even though PHP is outpatient, safety remains a top priority.
Safety Includes:
Coordination with your support system
No. It is structured, not restrictive.
Your team will create a plan to ensure safety between program hours.
Only mild, medically cleared symptoms. Detox may be recommended first.
Many insurance plans, including Medicare, provide coverage for PHP when medically necessary.
Factors influencing cost:
Insurance is verified before admission, and all costs are discussed clearly.
Step-by-Step Process
Arrival guidelines & what to bring
Recovery affects the entire support system. Family involvement may include:
The goal is to rebuild healthy support networks around you.
PHP is not the final step. After completing PHP, most clients transition to:
You leave PHP with a structured care plan, not uncertainty.
Fountain Hills Recovery maintains national standards of clinical excellence.
We are:
Our PHP incorporates evidence-based therapies proven effective for SUD and co-occurring conditions.
It’s important to know what PHP cannot provide:
We help ensure you are placed in the most appropriate level of care for your needs.
Our PHP supports adults from Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, Mesa, Tempe, Chandler, and the broader East Valley.
Scottsdale, AZ
Many Scottsdale clients choose PHP here for a quieter, more private treatment environment while staying close to home.
Fountain Hills, AZ
Local clients benefit from clinically grounded, community-based day treatment without needing to travel far.
East Valley Clients (Mesa, Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert)
Individuals come to PHP for structure, stabilization, and support when outpatient therapy alone is not enough.
Programs typically last 2–4 weeks, depending on clinical goals.
Most clients participate in 5–6 hours of treatment daily.
Yes. Psychiatric support is available weekly, or more often if needed.
Most clients pause work temporarily to focus on recovery.
Often yes, depending on medical necessity and your insurance plan.
If withdrawal symptoms are unsafe or unmanaged, detox is required before PHP.
Many clients drive themselves or use rideshare. Transportation planning is part of admission.
If you’re ready to learn whether PHP is right for you, we’re here to help.
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