Ohio Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)

What Is a Partial Hospitalization Program?

A partial hospitalization program is a structured level of addiction treatment that’s more intensive than outpatient care but allows clients to live at home or in sober living. Clients attend treatment during the day, participating in therapy, holistic services, and relapse-prevention work, then return to their own housing at night.

PHP at OARC is often a step down from residential treatment—but for some, it can also be an entry point into care, depending on individual needs. As part of our full continuum of care (detox, residential, PHP, and outpatient), PHP plays a vital role in helping people transition safely and confidently back into daily life.

What to Expect in Our Ohio PHP

Our Columbus PHP mirrors many components of our residential program, with the main difference being where clients live. Residential clients stay onsite at our treatment center, while PHP clients live in sober living or other approved housing.

During PHP, clients participate in a full schedule of therapeutic and recovery-focused programming, which may include:

• Individual therapy sessions
• Group therapy and process groups
• Holistic and experiential therapies
• Life skills development
• 12-step or alternative peer support
• Employment and vocational assistance
• Housing resources and sober living support
• Random drug and alcohol screenings
• Case management (legal, medical, transportation, employment)
• Medication management when appropriate

Our treatment plans are evidence-based and always tailored to each client’s clinical, emotional, and practical needs.

Key components at OARC include:

Addiction & Behavioral Therapy

In the partial hospitalization program at OARC we utilize evidence-based addiction therapy models such as individual therapy, group therapy, cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma informed therapy, humanistic therapy, and more.

Unique Holistic Therapies

We’re proud to offer holistic and spiritual therapies such as life skills therapy, team building & adventure therapy, yoga, personal training, and Sunday religious services for those interested. We believe the most effective addiction treatment models treat the whole person.

Sober Support

Peer support is a critical aspect of PHP. Clients will build supportive relationships with other clients, alumni, AA/NA volunteers, and OARC staff, many of whom are in addiction recovery themselves. When a client graduates PHP, they will have an entire sober network to support them in their next chapter of recovery.

Relapse Prevention

At OARC, we often recommend a long term continuum of care because we believe this provides the most effective model for relapse prevention. With our intensive program, you or a loved one will learn new tools and build habits to achieve successful recovery. You or a loved one will also build a support network and be introduced to 12-step fellowships.

Dual Diagnosis PHP in Central Ohio

It’s estimated that about half of individuals who struggle with drug or alcohol abuse have a co-occurring mental health condition. Those with mental health disorders are also about twice as likely to develop a substance use disorder.

For this reason, we believe addiction and mental health should be treated one in the same. Addressing underlying mental health conditions is a critical aspect of addiction recovery.

OARC is a dual diagnosis treatment center, which means clients are treated both for addiction and any co-occurring conditions. Common co-occurring mental health conditions include:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Trauma/PTSD
• OCD
• Bipolar disorder
• Borderline personality disorder (BPD)

For that reason, clients receive psychiatric care along with clinical care for co-occurring mental health conditions while in PHP.

Primary PHP Components at Ohio Addiction Recovery Center include:

Who Benefits From Our PHP in Columbus?

Our Partial Hospitalization Program in Columbus, OH is best suited for individuals who:

• Are stepping down from residential treatment
• Need continued structure and accountability
• Are managing lingering withdrawal symptoms or cravings
• Have experienced severe addiction episodes or relapse risk
• Require integrated mental health support

Every client is assessed individually to determine the right level of care, whether that’s PHP, outpatient, residential, or our detox center in Columbus. PHP is typically a step down from residential treatment, meaning most of our clients have first completed residential treatment prior to PHP treatment. That said, not all of our clients stepping down from residential rehab enter our PHP treatment.

If you’d like to learn if you are fit for PHP at OARC, give us a call today at 800-481-8457

PHP vs. Residential Treatment: What’s the Difference?

Our team will help determine which program is best for your unique needs through a confidential, no-obligation assessment 800-481-8457

PHP vs. IOP: Understanding the Next Step

Intensive Outpatient (IOP) is typically a step down from PHP, offering fewer weekly hours (often 3 hours per day, 3 days per week). PHP is a better fit for those needing more structure and clinical support, while IOP serves as ongoing aftercare for many of our graduates.

Cost and Insurance for PHP in Columbus, OH

OARC is in-network with most major insurance providers, and many clients pay little to no out-of-pocket costs for PHP. We can verify your benefits quickly and confidentially.

• In-network coverage may cover 100% of treatment
• Flexible payment options available
• Financial concerns should never be a barrier to care

Cost & Insurance For PHP in Ohio

OARC is in-network with most major insurance providers, and many clients pay little to no out-of-pocket costs for PHP. We can verify your benefits quickly and confidentially.

• In-network coverage may cover 100% of treatment
• Flexible payment options available
• Financial concerns should never be a barrier to care

Start Your Recovery with PHP in Columbus, Ohio

If you or a loved one is ready to take the next step toward recovery, our Partial Hospitalization Program at OARC can provide the structure, support, and clinical care needed to build lasting change.

📞 Call Admission at 800-481-8457 or to begin your confidential assessment. Recovery can start today!