Partial Hospitalization Program

If you need more support than traditional outpatient therapy but don’t require 24-hour inpatient hospitalization, Therapy Services of the Rockies offers a partial hospitalization program (PHP). The team of skilled providers uses this structured, short-term mental health treatment option to help you stabilize symptoms, develop coping skills, and continue your recovery while maintaining connections to your daily life. To talk to the caring team, call the office in Fort Collins, Colorado, or use the online scheduling tool to book an appointment now.

What is a partial hospitalization program (PHP), and how does it differ from inpatient care?

For PHP, you typically attend treatment 5 days per week for several hours each day, for a total of 20-30 hours of care per week. Inpatient care, on the other hand, is full-time and may be best for severe symptoms.

PHP lets you maintain some independence and remain in your home environment. PHP acts as an important bridge, since it can serve as a level below inpatient treatment or, if you need more support, as a more intensive alternative to standard outpatient therapy.

What services does a partial hospitalization program provide?

• PHPs allows the Therapy Services of the Rockies team to closely monitor your symptoms and provide intensive therapeutic support. Your personalized PHP may include:
• Individual therapy for your personal mental health concerns and treatment goals
• Group therapy focused on skill-building, emotional regulation, and peer support
• Psychiatric evaluation and medication management
• Family therapy or family education sessions
• Psychoeducation about mental health conditions, coping strategies, and relapse prevention
• Evidence-based therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
• Crisis stabilization and safety planning

These services work together to help you gain insight into your mental health challenges, build coping skills, and create your foundation for long-term recovery.

Who is a good candidate for a partial hospitalization program?

You may benefit from a PHP if you:

• Need more support than weekly therapy can provide
• Are stepping down from residential or inpatient treatment
• Are experiencing worsening symptoms of conditions such as depression, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, or mood disorders
• Require regular monitoring of medications or symptoms
• Can safely return home in the evenings

PHPs offer structured treatment while supporting your family and community connections.

How long does a partial hospitalization program last?

Most PHPs last between 2-6 weeks, though you may stay longer if clinically appropriate. 

Therapy Services of the Rockies tailors your treatment plan, regularly assessing your progress to determine when you’re ready to transition to a lower level of care, such as an intensive outpatient program or traditional outpatient therapy.

By combining structured, comprehensive care with at-home adjustment, a PHP can help you stabilize symptoms and build skills for lasting mental health recovery. To schedule your consultation with the caring team at Therapy Services of the Rockies, call the office or book online now.