A Place to Begin
Why PHP Uses More Than One Therapeutic Approach
A Partial Hospitalization Program serves adults who need more structure than routine outpatient appointments can provide. Rather than relying on one technique, Waterview’s PHP brings several evidence-based approaches into a coordinated treatment day so participants can understand symptoms, practice new responses, and review what is or is not helping with the clinical team.
The assessment identifies current symptoms, safety needs, functioning, strengths, and goals. The team can then emphasize different modalities as treatment progresses instead of applying the same sequence to every participant. This flexibility is especially important when symptoms or co-occurring concerns affect several areas of daily life.
CBT may help participants examine thought and behavior patterns, while DBT-informed work can strengthen emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Trauma-informed approaches and EMDR may be considered when clinically appropriate and when the participant has adequate preparation and stability.
Modalities used in group, individual, and psychiatric sessions are coordinated rather than delivered as disconnected services. The treatment team can reinforce the same skill in several settings, observe how it is applied, and adjust the plan when a participant needs a different pace or approach.
Services
How Evidence-Based Modalities Function in PHP
In PHP, the value of a therapeutic modality comes from repeated practice, clinical observation, and integration across the program—not simply from naming a technique. Participants have opportunities to learn a concept, practice it with support, and consider how it applies at home outside program hours.
Why Integrated Modalities Matter in PHP
People entering PHP often need help with more than one symptom or life domain. A coordinated mix of therapeutic approaches allows the team to address immediate stabilization, coping skills, relationships, trauma-related concerns, and preparation for the next level of care within one individualized plan.
PHP treatment plans matched to current clinical needs
Evidence-based approaches reinforced across program services
Trauma-informed care designed to support healing and resilience
Integrated mental health support within a structured treatment environment
Waterview’s goal is to use each modality purposefully within a structured PHP plan, measure progress throughout the episode of care, and prepare participants to continue appropriate treatment after PHP.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Have questions about how therapeutic approaches are used in PHP? Our team can explain the program and admissions process.
Which therapeutic modalities may be used in PHP?
Waterview's Partial Hospitalization Program may incorporate CBT, DBT-informed skills, trauma-informed care, EMDR when clinically appropriate, psychoeducation, and other evidence-based approaches. The treatment plan depends on an individualized assessment.
How does the clinical team choose a therapeutic approach?
The team considers symptoms, diagnoses, trauma history, current functioning, goals, preferences, and response to treatment. Modalities may be combined or adjusted as care progresses.
Can EMDR be included in partial hospitalization?
EMDR may be included when clinically appropriate, the participant is adequately prepared, and the treatment team determines that it fits the individualized plan. It is not automatically appropriate for every participant.
How are individual and group therapies combined in PHP?
PHP commonly combines clinician-led group therapy, individual sessions, psychiatric care, and skills practice within a coordinated treatment plan.
How can I ask whether PHP is appropriate?
Contact Waterview for a confidential screening, review the admissions process, or submit the insurance verification form. A clinical assessment determines the appropriate level of care.
Q6. Is IOP a mental hospital?
No. IOP is outpatient care. Clients live at home and attend scheduled treatment sessions, unlike inpatient or hospital-based programs, where individuals stay overnight.
