Partial hospitalization, Portland
Partial hospitalization program (PHP) in Portland, Oregon
Full days of structured treatment, with evenings at home or in sober living. PHP gives you close clinical support without a 24-hour stay.
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Medically reviewed by Medical Director Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM · Updated
At a glance
PHP at a glance
The essentials in one place. Admissions can walk you through any of it.
- Hours
- About 25 hours of treatment a week
- Length
- Typically 4 to 6 weeks, set by your progress
- Evenings
- At home or in sober living
- Certification
- Oregon Health Authority certified, ASAM Level 2.5
- Therapy
- Individual, group and family therapy, with CBT, DBT and mindfulness
- Mental health
- Co-occurring conditions treated in the same plan
- Paying
- Most major plans. Free insurance check before you start
Levels of care
Where this program fits in your care
Care usually steps down from more structure to less. Your assessment decides where you start, and you can move between levels as your needs change.
- DetoxBy referral, before treatment
- ResidentialLive-in, around the clock
- Partial hospitalizationFull days, home at night
- Intensive outpatientSeveral days a week
- OutpatientRegular sessions
- AftercareSupport after a program
More structureMore independence
What a PHP is
A partial hospitalization program is an intensive, structured level of outpatient care for substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions. You take part in therapy and clinical care during the day, then return home or to sober living in the evening.
Crestview is certified by the Oregon Health Authority to provide partial hospitalization substance use disorder services at ASAM Level 2.5. PHP is about 25 hours of therapeutic activity each week.
What is included
- Individual counseling and group therapy
- Family therapy
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and mindfulness
- Relapse-prevention planning and life skills
- Integrated care for co-occurring mental health conditions
- Aftercare planning before you step down
Compare
How the levels of care compare
The main differences at a glance. A clinical assessment recommends the right level for you.
| Residential | PHP | Intensive outpatient | Outpatient | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Where you sleep | On site, in a home-like residence | At home or in sober living | At home | At home |
| Time in treatment | Around the clock | About 25 hours a week | Several days a week, evening options | Regular sessions on a set schedule |
| Clinical support | Available 24/7 | Throughout full treatment days | During structured sessions | During therapy and counseling sessions |
| Often a fit when | Use is moderate to severe, or outpatient care has not been enough | You need intensive care and have a stable place to live | You need structure while keeping up work, school or family | You want ongoing support with an everyday routine |
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Is PHP the right fit?
PHP may suit you if you:
- Need more support than intensive outpatient but not 24-hour care
- Have a stable home or sober living arrangement
- Have reliable transportation
- Are stepping down from residential treatment
Your clinical assessment decides the level of care, and care can step up or down as your needs change.
Mental health PHP
Crestview also runs a partial hospitalization program focused on mental health, for people whose primary need is a mental health condition.
How PHP works
A structured month or more
PHP gives you most of the intensity of residential care while you sleep at home or in sober living.
What you work on
Therapy in PHP
PHP combines several therapies into full treatment days.
Individual therapy
One-on-one sessions to work on the causes of substance use and your personal goals.
Group therapy
Structured groups where you practice skills and learn from peers in recovery.
Family therapy
Sessions that help the people closest to you understand and support recovery.
Life skills training
Practical skills such as budgeting and daily routines, practiced with support.
Holistic therapy
Yoga, meditation and nutrition as healthy ways to cope.
Trauma counseling
Process traumatic events and build coping skills at a safe pace.
Why PHP
Benefits of partial hospitalization
Close clinical support without an overnight stay, so you can practice recovery skills in your own environment each evening.
PHP usually costs less than residential treatment while still giving full days of care.
It smooths the step from residential care to outpatient treatment, which can feel like a big drop in support without it.
Aftercare planning is built in, so relapse-prevention skills and next steps are in place before PHP ends.
Your care team
The people behind this program
Licensed clinicians lead every level of care at Crestview.
Medical Director
Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM
Leads medical care and reviews our clinical content.
Director of Psychiatry
Jill C. Gladish, MD, MPH
Psychiatric care and medication management.
Clinical Director
Eric Pinkston, MA, CADC III
Oversees therapy and treatment planning.
Nurse Practitioner
Bonnie Lambert, LPC, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric nurse practitioner and counselor.
Not sure which level of care fits?
Talk it through with Garrett, Tuni or another member of our admissions team. The call is free and confidential, and there is no obligation.
Talk to admissions
A confidential call with our admissions team. We will listen, check your insurance and help you choose the right level of care. No obligation.
Questions
Common questions
Still have a question?
Garrett, Tuni and the admissions team can answer anything that is not here. Confidential, no obligation.
Call (866) 262-0531How many hours a week is PHP?
PHP is about 25 hours of therapeutic activity a week, spread over full treatment days.
Can I live at home during PHP?
Yes. You attend treatment during the day and return home or to sober living in the evening.
Does insurance cover partial hospitalization for addiction?
Coverage depends on your plan. Admissions will check your benefits and explain expected costs before you start.
How long does PHP last?
Crestview's PHP typically lasts 4 to 6 weeks. The exact length is personalized to your progress and treatment goals.
Can I work during PHP?
PHP runs full treatment days, so most people pause work or arrange leave. Intensive outpatient may suit you better if you need to keep working.
Should I choose PHP or IOP?
PHP runs about 25 hours a week over full treatment days. IOP is usually 3 to 5 hours a day, 3 to 5 days a week, so it fits around work, school or family.