Adult Partial Hospitalization Program

PHP Treatment at BHC Alhambra Hospital: Why Choose Us?

The adult partial hospitalization program (PHP) at BHC Alhambra Hospital is for ages 18 and up. You may step down to PHP after inpatient care or admit directly to PHP. In-person programming meets Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (includes a one-hour break for lunch). Our virtual evening program meets Monday through Friday from 4 to 8 p.m.

For over 100 years, BHC Alhambra Hospital has been helping patients and families in their mental health recovery. Whether you’re dealing with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or other life changing issue, we can help. Our staff is trained to take a trauma-informed approach. They provide a supportive environment that allows healing to begin.

At BHC Alhambra Hospital, you’ll find:

• Skilled care providers: Your providers include therapists, psychiatrists, nurses and case managers. Our licensed clinical team and support staff are trained to take a trauma-informed approach and provide a supportive, empowering environment for our patients.
• Individualized treatment: Your experience is unique to you. We tailor your treatment plan to suit your physical, mental and emotional needs, including medication management.
• Evidence-based treatment: You receive therapy that’s grounded in research and years of clinical expertise.
• Virtual programming: Our PHP mental health program is available in-person or online. The virtual program meets in the evening from 4 to 8 p.m. to make participation easier for you.
• Transportation: Transportation options may be available – please contact us to learn more.

Treatments We Provide

We offer daily structure, peer support and a full multidisciplinary team to help patients learn how to successfully navigate life’s challenges in a healthy way.

We use several types of treatment, including:

• Group therapy: Gain connection and support from your peers as you all share your thoughts and feelings with one another. Remember, you are not alone.
• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT): Also known as talk therapy or psychotherapy, this treatment helps you identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors.
• Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT): A type of talk therapy, DBT teaches you how to regulate your emotions so you can manage difficult situations better and live a better life.
• Experiential therapy: We offer music, art and pet therapy to help you learn healthy ways to express yourself.

PHP Mental Health: What to Expect

Our partial hospitalization program is available during the day or in the evening for your convenience.

In-person PHP

Our in-person partial hospitalization program meets Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Here is what your day might look like:

• 10 – 11 a.m.: Process group
• 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Group psychotherapy
• 12 – 1 p.m.: Lunch
• 1 – 2 p.m.: Group psychotherapy
• 2 – 3 p.m.: Experiential therapy

Virtual PHP

Our virtual partial hospitalization program meets Monday through Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. Here is what your evening might look like:

• 4 – 5 p.m.: Experiential therapy
• 5 – 6 p.m.: Process group
• 6 – 7 p.m.: Group psychotherapy
• 7 – 8 p.m.: Group psychotherapy

After completing our PHP, our intensive outpatient program (IOP) is available for patients needing continued structure and support throughout the week.

Get Help Now

Call 1-800-235-5570 for a level of care, confidential assessment. We are available 24/7. We are available 24/7. You can also get in touch through our online contact form.