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What Is a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)?

Taking the first step toward mental wellness can feel like a great leap. But when you are at New Life, you do not have to do it alone. Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHPs) provide the structure, guidance, and clinical care to help build stability and confidence without disrupting your daily life.

A PHP is an intensive all-day treatment program based on evidence-based therapies, individualized plans, and ongoing clinical support. You will spend your days working on healing and skills development, then return home each evening to rest and reconnect with your support network.

This is the perfect middle ground between inpatient care and outpatient therapy, combining the benefits of structured treatment with the flexibility to maintain a connection to your daily life. At New Life’s PHP in New Jersey, we help stabilize symptoms, develop new coping skills, and achieve the balance that fosters long-term recovery.

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Who Benefits Most from a PHP?

A Partial Hospitalization Program is best for individuals who need a higher level of structure and care but can still live safely at home or in a supportive environment.[1] 

This level of treatment strikes the right balance between intensive clinical support and personal independence, making it ideal for those who:

  • Are transitioning from inpatient psychiatric care and need continued, structured stabilization
  • Are experiencing a mental health crisis but remain stable enough to live at home
  • Are managing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, or OCD
  • Need a consistent treatment schedule to stay on track and prevent relapse
  • Want to avoid hospitalization while still receiving focused, evidence-based therapy

At New Life, PHP isn’t just about structure — it’s about connection, confidence, and growth. You’ll build the tools to stabilize, strengthen, and move forward, supported by a team that’s fully invested in your success every step of the way.

New Life’s Modalities for PHP

At New Life, each mode of therapy constitutes an evidence-based healing modality developed to assist with the long-term mental health of individuals. Each client receives a customized treatment plan combining effective therapies with loving, human-centered care.

  • Group Therapy: Promotes a sense of connection, understanding, and accountability through guided sessions with peers led by licensed clinicians.
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Identifies negative thought patterns and replaces them with healthier, more productive perspectives. [2]
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Improves clients’ ability to tolerate distress, regulate their emotions, and practice mindfulness in order to cope with difficult emotions.
  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT): ACT therapy encourages emotional acceptance and value-driven living for lasting personal growth. [3]
  • Experiential Therapy: Uses creative and movement-related activities to improve self-expression and emotional awareness.
  • Life Skills Development: Teaches practical coping, problem-solving, and communication skills to promote independence and resilience.
  • Psychoeducation: Helps clients understand their symptoms, triggers, and recovery process through guided education and insight. [4]
  • Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR): Teaches clients how to reduce stress and anxiety through body awareness and mindfulness.
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT): Uses mindfulness together with cognitive methods to help prevent relapses and stabilize emotional processes.

Each therapy is conducted by trained and licensed professionals (psychiatrists, therapists, and case managers) who work together to see that your care is dynamic, effective, and therapeutic.

What to Expect from PHP at New Life

Our Partial Hospitalization Program is based on the idea that you deserve to feel grounded, enclosed, and actively engaged in your healing process. Here’s what to expect from your time at New Life:  

Structured Daily Schedule
Every day, there is individual therapy along with group sessions and skill-building activities to promote stability and progress. You will be here for several hours a day, five days a week, and will return to your home every evening to enhance the connection between your healing, your daily life, and your support system.

Comprehensive Psychiatric Oversight
Our psychiatric providers will meet regularly with you to assess your progress, adjust medications, and improve your treatment plan so that, as your needs change, your treatment plan can change with it.

Collaborative and Compassionate Care
You will be working with a multi-disciplinary staff that communicates closely to address your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Each and every member of your New Life team is committed to helping you feel seen, understood, and supported.

Skill Development and Personal Growth
Throughout the course of your stay, you gain practical skills in stress management, emotion regulation, and emotional and social coping with triggers. The goal is to help you build a lasting foundation of independence and stability.

Seamless Transitions in Care
For clients coming from an inpatient treatment episode, PHP provides a safe and structured means of follow-up treatment. For clients who continue on their recovery journey, it is a stepping stone to New Life’s Intensive Outpatient and Outpatient Programs.

At New Life, treatment is never one-size-fits-all. It’s tailored, intentional, and designed to help you move forward with confidence—because real recovery starts when care meets purpose.

How to Get Started

Asking for help may seem like one of the hardest steps, but here at New Life, we make the entire process that follows clear, fast, and supportive.

New Life accepts most major insurance plans. Our admissions team will review your benefits, handle preauthorization, and guide you through all the financial details before treatment begins. If you don’t have insurance, we offer private pay and assistance options. Being transparent and accessible is one of our virtues. You’ll always know what to expect.

Fast, Same-Day Admissions

When you’re ready to begin, we’re ready too. Same-day assessments and admissions are available so you can start treatment without waiting.

Reach out today and take the first step toward feeling stronger, supported, and back in control.

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Other Levels of Care Offered at New Life

At New Life, healing isn’t a single moment — it’s a journey. We offer a full continuum of care designed to meet you wherever you are in recovery and help you move forward with confidence.

Whether you’re stepping down from a higher level of care or beginning your journey with us, New Life is here with the right support at every stage — professional, compassionate, and always focused on lasting recovery.

Inpatient/Crisis Management Placement:

Coordination with trusted psychiatric hospitals for individuals who need immediate, 24-hour stabilization and care.

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

A step down from PHP that provides ongoing structure, group therapy, and clinical support while allowing for more flexibility.

Outpatient Program (OP)

Continued counseling and therapeutic support to help you maintain long-term progress and balance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about PHP

What is a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) in mental health?

PHP is a structured day treatment program in which clients receive several hours per day of therapy and clinical support, and then go home at night. It is the bridge between inpatient and traditional outpatient therapy.

How long does a mental health PHP in New Jersey last?

In general, the length of PHP will vary based on personal need, from weeks to months in length. Reassessment by your care team will occur regularly to determine the optimal timeframe for achieving this goal and to determine when it is appropriate to transition to IOP or outpatient care.

Will my insurance cover PHP behavioral health in New Jersey?

Many insurance companies cover mental health PHP, but coverage and procedures vary. While we assist you with benefits verification, pre-authorization, and cost transparency, you will have a clear understanding of your options.

What’s the difference between PHP and IOP (intensive outpatient)?

PHP offers intensive therapy, which occurs all day, while the IOP treatment is provided for several hours a few times a week. The PHP is for more acute or transitional problems, while the IOP is for those who are making progress and need much less structure.

Can PHP help with substance use or dual diagnosis?

Yes — PHP for mental health often integrates care for co-occurring substance use disorders through therapies and clinical oversight when needed (e.g. medication management, dual-diagnosis support).[5]

What can a typical day in PHP look like?

A day usually consists of a combination of group therapy, individual sessions, skill-building workshops, psychoeducation, mental health techniques, and medication sessions. Clients return home after completion of daily treatment.

What criteria determine eligibility for PHP mental health programs?

Factors that influence eligibility typically include medical stability (no need for 24/7 inpatient care), a supportive home environment, the presence of symptoms that disrupt an individual’s life, and a willingness to work with a structured treatment schedule.

What comes after PHP in the continuum of care?

After PHP, clients often transition into IOP or standard outpatient programs for ongoing support. PHP is typically a stepping stone to less intensive levels of care.

Take the First Step Toward Healing

If you or a loved one are in crisis, there is hope — and there is help. New Life’s Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Placement Services connect you to the right care at the right time, ensuring safety and compassion every step of the way.

Whether you need immediate hospitalization or guidance for your next phase of treatment, New Life is ready to walk beside you. Every journey begins with a single step — take yours today.

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Sources

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  5. Watkins, L. E., Patton, S. C., Drexler, K., Rauch, S. A. M., & Rothbaum, B. O. (2023). Clinical effectiveness of an intensive outpatient program for integrated treatment of comorbid substance abuse and mental health disorders. Cognitive and Behavioral Practice, 30(3), 354–366. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cbpra.2022.05.005