Daytime PHP Care for Teens and Adolescents in Menlo Park

A Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) is a structured day treatment program designed to provide intensive support for teens facing serious mental health challenges. Unlike inpatient programs, PHP allows teens to live at home and return to their families in the evenings. At Guide Behavioral Health, our PHP runs Monday through Friday, offering 30 hours of therapy each week. It’s ideal for teens needing robust care while maintaining their connection to home and family.

PHP offers a higher level of care compared to outpatient therapy and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP). Outpatient therapy typically involves one session per week, while IOP includes multiple sessions totaling about 12 hours weekly. PHP provides 30 hours of therapy per week, offering more intensive and structured support. This makes PHP a suitable option for teens requiring comprehensive care without the need for 24/7 residential treatment.

Our PHP includes individual, group, and family therapy, all tailored to meet the unique needs of teens. Teens engage in evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). The program also incorporates mindfulness practices and stress management techniques to help teens build resilience and emotional regulation.

PHP is ideal for teens experiencing significant mental health challenges, such as severe anxiety, depression, trauma, or substance use. It’s also suitable for teens exhibiting risky behaviors like self-harm or suicidal ideation. Additionally, PHP can serve as a step-down program for teens transitioning from inpatient or residential treatment, or as an option for those needing more care than outpatient therapy or IOP can provide.

Yes, our PHP includes academic support to help teens stay on track with their education while receiving treatment. We work with families and schools to create a plan that ensures teens can maintain their academic progress without added stress.

The duration of PHP varies based on each teen’s progress and needs. Typically, the program lasts 4–6 weeks, but it can be extended if additional support is needed to ensure a successful outcome.

Our PHP is designed to address a range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, self-harm, and suicidal ideation.

Many insurance plans cover PHP as a medically necessary mental health service. At Guide Behavioral Health, we offer free insurance verification to help families understand their coverage and any out-of-pocket costs. Visit our Insurance Verification page for more details.

Teens in our PHP attend therapy Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The day includes individual therapy sessions, group therapy, family therapy, and skill-building activities like mindfulness practices. This structured schedule provides a balance of therapeutic engagement and personal growth opportunities.

Getting started is easy. Contact us or complete our Get Started form to connect with our admissions team. We’ll guide you through the process, including insurance verification and scheduling an initial assessment, to ensure your teen receives the support they need.

Guide Behavioral Health’s Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) is located in Menlo Park, making it a convenient option for families in Palo Alto, San Mateo, Redwood City, Mountain View, and surrounding Bay Area communities. Our program is designed to provide local teens with intensive daytime care while allowing them to return home each evening to their family support system.