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Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) in Tampa, Florida

At Gulf Coast Recovery Center, our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) in Tampa, Florida, provides an integrative form of day treatment for individuals struggling with mental health disorders. This program offers a structured and supportive environment, with clients participating in daily programming for four to six weeks. Group therapy sessions take place Monday through Saturday, ensuring consistent care and progress.

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Who Is an Appropriate Fit for a Partial Hospitalization Program?

PHP is ideal for individuals who require intensive support but cannot commit to inpatient treatment. This level of care provides daily therapeutic services while allowing clients to return to a structured supportive housing environment or their own homes in the evenings. Our Tampa PHP is particularly beneficial for:

  • Transitioning from a Higher Level of Care: Clients who have recently completed inpatient or residential treatment often utilize PHP as a step-down program to continue their recovery while adjusting back to everyday life.
  • Individuals Not Requiring 24/7 Care: PHP is suitable for those who need significant support but do not require round-the-clock care.
  • Clients Needing Daily Clinical Support: The program runs six days a week for up to six hours per day, providing a bridge for individuals who require stabilization before stepping down to outpatient care.
  • Those with Limited Support at Home: Clients lacking a supportive or structured home environment benefit from the consistent programming and community of PHP.
  • Individuals Experiencing a Recent Life Crisis: Life transitions or crises that impact mental health make PHP a valuable option for individuals seeking stability and healing.

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Our Partial Hospitalization Program Therapies

At Gulf Coast Recovery Center, we offer a wide range of evidence-based therapies and services to support mental health recovery, including:

  • Psychiatric Medication Management: Personalized medication management to effectively address symptoms and support overall well-being.
  • EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing): A trauma-focused therapy designed to help clients process distressing experiences and reduce PTSD symptoms.
  • Brainspotting Therapy: A specialized trauma therapy that helps clients process deeply rooted emotional pain by focusing on specific points in their visual field.
  • Holistic Therapy: A comprehensive approach that incorporates mind, body, and spirit for optimal wellness.
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT): Combines medications with counseling and behavioral therapies for individuals with substance use disorders.
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Evidence-based therapy focusing on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors.
  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT): Helps clients manage stress, regulate emotions, and build healthier relationships.
  • Life Skills Training: Teaches essential skills such as time management, financial literacy, stress management, and decision-making for a balanced and fulfilling life.

PHP vs. IOP vs. OP: What’s the Difference?

Understanding the differences between levels of care can help you determine the best option for your needs:

  • Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP): Clients attend treatment five days a week for 3-8 hours daily. PHP provides a structured, intensive environment without requiring overnight stays.
  • Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP): Clients attend treatment 3-6 days per week for 3-6 hours daily, offering more flexibility than PHP.
  • Outpatient Programs (OP): The least intensive option, OP requires attendance 1-3 days per week for 1-3 hours per session.

Does Insurance Cover Partial Hospitalization Programming?

Insurance coverage for PHP is common, but requirements vary by provider. Many policies require prior authorization from a primary care physician or mental health professional. Since 2014, the Affordable Care Act has mandated that substance use and mental health treatments be considered essential health benefits. This includes counseling, psychotherapy, and inpatient mental health services.

While insurance policies cannot place caps on addiction treatment, they may have limitations on covered therapy sessions or out-of-pocket expenses such as copays and deductibles. Our team is here to help you verify your insurance and navigate the approval process, ensuring you can focus on your recovery.


If you’re ready to start your journey toward healing, call us now at 813-755-8864 or verify your insurance today. Let Gulf Coast Recovery Center’s Partial Hospitalization Program in Tampa provide the care and support you need to reclaim your life.

How Our Mental Health Programs in Tampa Works

At Gulf Coast Recovery Center, we pride ourselves on offering a practical approach to mental health treatment. Recognizing that each individual’s journey towards mental wellness is unique, our programs are designed to provide structure and support while accommodating multiple levels of need and stability. Our program options include:
Partial Hospitalization Programming represents our most intensive and popular level of care. PHP is ideal for clients who need comprehensive support but do not require 24-hour supervision. In PHP clients participate in daily therapeutic activities and sessions, typically for several hours each day, six days per week and return home or to a structured mental health housing program when the day is over. This setting is beneficial for those transitioning from an inpatient facility or for those who need a structured environment to manage severe symptoms.

Intensive Outpatient Programming is a step down from PHP and is suited for individuals who require more support than traditional outpatient therapy but less than partial hospitalization. Clients in IOP typically engage in therapy for a few hours per day, several days a week. We also offer evening IOP for those who need to continue maintaining daily obligations.

Outpatient treatment is the least intensive level of care we offer. It is designed for individuals who are stable and have a good level of functioning in their day-to-day lives but still require ongoing support and therapy. Clients in outpatient treatment typically meet with a therapist for one-on-one sessions once or twice a week. This treatment allows individuals to maintain their regular work, school, or family commitments while continuing their journey towards mental wellness.

Signs and Symptoms of a Mental Health Disorder

Some of the most common signs of a mental health disorder include:

Mood Changes

Behavioral Changes

Physical Changes

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What To Expect at Our Mental Health Facilities in Tampa

Whether through therapy, counseling, medication, or a combination of these approaches, the treatment of Gulf Coast Recovery Center has been a lifeline for many people living with a mental health disorder. Here’s what to expect from treatment at Gulf Coast Recovery Center:

In addition, due to the correlation between mental health and substance use disorders, some clients need dual diagnosis treatment for both disorders.

Does Insurance Cover Mental Health Treatment?

As required by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, behavioral and mental health treatments are considered essential benefits. Therefore, all health plans must cover these treatments. Covered mental health benefits include counseling and therapy as well as inpatient mental health and addiction treatment.

Still, one would be wise to carefully review their insurance policy and contact their insurance provider to understand the specifics of their coverage for mental health treatment. Gulf Coast Recovery Center can also assist prospective clients with insurance-related matters.

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Written by Gulf Coast Recovery Staff Updated on January 12, 2024

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