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Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) in Los Angeles

Full weekday treatment — about 9am to 3pm, Monday through Friday — for when things have gotten serious but you don't need to move into a facility. You sleep in your own bed every night.

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Medically reviewed by Dr. Eric Chaghouri, MD — Medical Director, Golden State Rehab Updated July 2026
About PHP

What is a Partial Hospitalization Program?

A Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) is the most intensive level of outpatient care available. Designed for individuals who need more support than traditional outpatient treatment but do not require 24-hour residential care, PHP provides a structured, full-day clinical environment 5 days per week. It's the most intensive of the rehab programs in Los Angeles we run from our Westwood outpatient center.

At Golden State Rehab, our PHP runs Monday through Friday from approximately 9am to 3pm, offering approximately 6 hours of therapeutic programming each day. Clients return home or to a sober living environment each evening, maintaining some connection to daily life while receiving the intensive support they need to stabilize and heal. If the unknown is part of what's holding you back, read what your first week of outpatient rehab actually looks like.

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PHP group therapy room with chairs arranged for daily group sessions
Before Anything Else

The Four Questions Everyone Asks Before Starting PHP

Cost & Insurance

What does PHP cost with insurance?

It depends on your plan — which is why we check your benefits before anything else. We accept most major insurance providers, and under federal parity law and California's SB 855, health plans must cover medically necessary care like PHP. Our admissions team contacts your insurer directly and explains exactly what your plan covers — before your first day. The verification is free, confidential, and doesn't commit you to anything.

Work & School

What about my job?

PHP runs weekday hours, so we'll be straight with you: most clients take time away from work for this phase. Federal FMLA and California's CFRA generally give eligible employees the right to job-protected leave for a serious health condition. Evenings and weekends stay yours, and many clients step down to IOP — which has an evening track built around a full-time job — as they stabilize. For the practical details, read can I work while in rehab.

Confidentiality

Will anyone find out I'm in treatment?

Not from us. Your records are protected by HIPAA and by 42 CFR Part 2 — a federal confidentiality rule written specifically for substance use treatment. We never contact your employer, and nothing is shared without your written consent outside of rare, legally required exceptions. Even a leave request doesn't have to name the reason — that stays between you and your doctor.

The Right Level

Is PHP more than I actually need?

Maybe — and if it is, we'll tell you. A free, confidential assessment determines your level of care using clinical criteria, not sales targets. If IOP or weekly therapy fits better, that's what we'll recommend; if you need more support than outpatient care can provide, we'll say that too. Our guide to inpatient versus outpatient rehab explains where PHP sits.

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Daily Structure

A Typical Day in Our PHP Program

Every day is purposefully structured to balance clinical depth with personal growth and community connection.

9:00 AM

Morning Check-In Group

Begin each day grounded. Clients check in, set intentions, and connect with the group before the day's programming begins.

10:00 AM

Individual or Family Therapy

Private sessions with your primary therapist — the cornerstone of your personalized treatment plan.

11:30 AM

Clinical Skills Group

CBT, DBT, or trauma-focused groups that teach practical coping tools for managing triggers, cravings, and emotions.

1:00 PM

Process Group

An open therapeutic group where clients share experiences, receive feedback, and build authentic community.

2:00 PM

Psychoeducation or Holistic Session

Rotating sessions in addiction education, mental health literacy, family systems, relapse prevention, and holistic wellness.

3:00 PM

Closing Mindfulness & Wrap-Up

End each day centered. A brief mindfulness practice and group check-out reinforces the day's progress and sets the tone for evening.

Is PHP Right For You?

Who Benefits Most from PHP

PHP is the level of care most people have never heard of, and it is often the right middle ground between residential treatment and a weekly therapist. Our guide to inpatient versus outpatient rehab explains where it fits.

PHP is the recommended starting point for many clients because it provides the structure and clinical depth needed to break through initial denial, stabilize mental health symptoms, and develop a foundation of recovery skills.

  • Individuals stepping down from residential or inpatient treatment
  • Those with a dual diagnosis needing intensive clinical support
  • People in early recovery who need more than weekly therapy
  • Clients with high-risk situations requiring daily accountability
  • Anyone whose addiction or mental health is significantly impacting daily functioning

Free, confidential assessment — if a different level of care fits better, we'll tell you honestly.

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Private therapy room used for one-on-one sessions in our PHP

Related Programs

Many clients transition through multiple levels of care as they progress. Here's where PHP clients often go next.

Intensive Outpatient (IOP)

The natural next step after PHP — fewer hours, more independence, same clinical quality.

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Individual Therapy

Deepen your personal work with dedicated one-on-one sessions throughout your program.

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Medication Management

Integrated psychiatric care to stabilize mood and support your PHP treatment plan.

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Serving the Westside

A PHP Program Near You in West Los Angeles

If you've been searching for a "PHP near me," our partial hospitalization program is centrally located in Westwood at 1964 Westwood Blvd — minutes from the surrounding Westside neighborhoods and easy to reach from the 405 and 10 freeways. We're an accessible daily option whether you're stepping down from residential care or starting treatment for the first time. PHP's daily structure also makes it a common setting for alcohol addiction treatment.

Our PHP serves clients from across West Los Angeles, including:

  • Santa Monica, Brentwood & Pacific Palisades
  • Beverly Hills, Bel Air & Century City
  • Culver City, Mar Vista & Marina del Rey
  • Westwood, West LA & the surrounding area

Live farther out? Ask about our telehealth program, or see all the areas we serve.

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Golden State Rehab PHP program located in Westwood, West Los Angeles
Frequently Asked

PHP in Los Angeles: Common Questions

In most cases, yes. Under federal parity law and California's SB 855, health plans must cover medically necessary care like PHP. See our guide on whether insurance covers rehab in California, or verify your benefits for free. For carrier-by-carrier detail — Aetna, Cigna, Anthem, and more — see our rehab insurance coverage guide.

Our PHP runs Monday through Friday, roughly 9am to 3pm — about six hours of structured therapeutic programming each day. You return home or to a sober-living environment each evening.

PHP is the more intensive level — about six hours a day, five days a week. IOP (intensive outpatient) is a step down, with fewer weekly hours and more independence. Many clients begin in PHP and transition to IOP as they stabilize.

Our partial hospitalization program is located in Westwood, in West Los Angeles, and serves clients from across the Westside — Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Brentwood, Culver City, and the surrounding neighborhoods. If you're farther away, our telehealth program brings the same clinical care to you remotely.

We're at 1964 Westwood Blvd, Ste 425, Los Angeles, CA 90025 — easy to reach from the 405 and 10 freeways. You can get directions here or view all the areas we serve.

Paying for Treatment

We Accept Most Major Insurance Providers

Coverage varies by plan. Our admissions team verifies your exact benefits for free and explains your options honestly, without pressure.

Insurance logos are shown to help you identify your plan and are trademarks of their respective owners; they do not imply endorsement. Coverage varies by plan — verification is free and confidential.

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