Substance Use Partial Hospitalization Program

Comprehensive daytime care for substance use recovery, offering clinical structure and support without overnight hospitalization.

Intensive Daytime Treatment for
Substance Use Recovery

Substance Use Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) at San Diego Transformation Center provides the highest level of outpatient care for individuals struggling with addiction. This program offers intensive, structured daytime treatment in a safe and compassionate environment, supporting recovery from substance use while allowing individuals to return home each evening.

Program Structure & Daily Schedule

A structured, daytime treatment schedule designed to support substance use recovery through consistency, clinical engagement, and accountability.

Schedule

5–6 hours per day
5–6 days per week
Daytime care with evenings at home

Consistent Care Team

Same clinicians and therapists throughout treatment
Support from intake through aftercare planning

Daily Treatment Includes

Morning check-in and goal setting
Individual therapy
Group therapy (process, skills, psychoeducation)
Evidence-based approaches (CBT, DBT, relapse prevention, trauma-focused therapy)
Medication management and psychiatric care
Wellness and life skills activities
Afternoon wrap-up and planning

This program bridges the gap between inpatient treatment and lower levels of outpatient care.

What is a Substance Use Disorder Partial Hospitalization Program?

A Substance Use Disorder Partial Hospitalization Program (SUD PHP) is an intensive, structured level of outpatient treatment that provides comprehensive clinical care for individuals struggling with substance use while allowing them to return home each evening.

At San Diego Transformation Center, SUD PHP is designed for individuals who need a higher level of support than traditional outpatient care but do not require 24-hour residential treatment. The program delivers consistent, daytime clinical engagement through a clearly defined schedule that emphasizes accountability, therapeutic continuity, and recovery-focused structure.

Clients participate in treatment under the guidance of a dedicated clinical team, engaging in evidence-based therapeutic services within a safe, supportive, and professionally supervised environment. This level of care allows individuals to focus on recovery while maintaining important connections to home, family, and daily responsibilities.

SUD PHP often serves as:

A step down from inpatient or residential treatment, or
A step up from lower-intensity outpatient programs when additional structure is needed

This ensures care is aligned with each individual’s clinical needs while supporting long-term engagement in substance use recovery.

Explore our Related Levels of Care

Outpatient Detox For individuals who need medically supported stabilization prior to structured treatment
Substance Use Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) A step down from PHP with fewer weekly treatment hours
Substance Use Outpatient Program (OP) Lower-intensity outpatient support following higher levels of care

Who Benefits from SUD PHP?

Our PHP is designed for individuals who:

Are stepping down from inpatient or residential addiction treatment
Need intensive support to prevent relapse or hospitalization
Have not succeeded with lower-intensity outpatient programs
Require comprehensive assessment and stabilization
Are medically and psychiatrically stable, able to participate in daily treatment

We welcome adults facing challenges with alcohol, prescription medications, opioids, stimulants, or other substances.

What Makes
Our PHP Different?

Integrated Dual Diagnosis Care: Simultaneous treatment for substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions
Truly Individualized Plans: Every treatment plan is tailored to your history, needs, and recovery goals—never a template
Holistic Healing: Access to on-site gym, wellness programs, vocational support, and community resources
Family Involvement: Family therapy and education to strengthen your support system
Seamless Continuity: Transition smoothly to IOP or OP as you progress, with the same trusted care team

What Makes
Our PHP Different?

Integrated Dual Diagnosis Care: Simultaneous treatment for substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions
Truly Individualized Plans: Every treatment plan is tailored to your history, needs, and recovery goals—never a template
Holistic Healing: Access to on-site gym, wellness programs, vocational support, and community resources
Family Involvement: Family therapy and education to strengthen your support system
Seamless Continuity: Transition smoothly to IOP or OP as you progress, with the same trusted care team

Core Treatment Components

Clinical Services

Therapeutic Modalities

Support Services

Transition & Aftercare

Your discharge plan begins on day one. As you gain stability, we adjust treatment intensity and help you transition to IOP or OP, ensuring continued support and accountability for long-term recovery.

Getting Started: Admission & Insurance

Admission Requirements:

Clinical assessment indicating PHP level of care

Medical and psychiatric stability

Commitment to daily attendance

Safe, supportive living environment

We accept most insurance plans and will verify your benefits prior to admission. Our team handles all authorizations and logistics for a smooth start.