Finding the right level of mental health care for your teenager can be challenging, especially when balancing their needs with a full schedule. A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is one option that provides intensive support during the day while allowing teens to return home each night.
Family First offers a teen partial hospitalization program at our Palm Beach Gardens, FL, location, as well as our Pinnacle Day Program in Fort Lauderdale. We’re proud to support South Florida families and can work closely with yours to find treatment that works and fits your schedule. Call 888.904.5947 to get started.
A PHP Can Be the Right Option for Your Teen
PHPs offer structured, comprehensive care at a level between residential treatment and traditional outpatient therapy. This type of treatment can be highly effective for teens who need extra support but do not require 24-hour care.
They Need Professional Help
If your teen is struggling with their mental health and is not getting better—even with traditional outpatient therapy—a PHP could be a good step up in care. A PHP offers more intensive treatment that includes daily group and individual therapy sessions, skill-building, and crisis management. They’ll work closely with a team of professionals to determine the right type of treatment that could help them make progress.
The Family Schedule Is Hectic
Balancing work, school, and other responsibilities can make it difficult to manage a teen’s mental health care commitments. A PHP offers a flexible solution by providing comprehensive treatment during the day while allowing your teen to come home in the evenings. This structure lets you maintain family routines and responsibilities while ensuring your teen gets the intensive care they need.
They’re Doing Okay in School
Some teens struggling with their mental health are still able to manage school well enough that they do not need full-time residential care. A PHP allows them to continue their education part-time or outside of treatment hours. This flexibility makes it possible for teens to stay connected with school and friends while addressing their mental health concerns. At Family First, we also provide educational resources that help teens not only stay on track but also excel.
Home Is a Supportive Space
PHPs are most effective when teens have a stable and supportive home environment. If your family can provide a loving, safe space for your teen, they can benefit greatly from day treatment while returning home each evening. This combination helps reinforce the coping skills they are learning in treatment, as they can practice those skills at home with their family.
They Recently Completed Residential Treatment
If your teen has completed residential treatment, a PHP can be an effective step-down option that helps them transition back to everyday life. A PHP allows them to continue receiving structured support and therapy while adjusting to being home. This continuity can make the transition smoother and help reduce the risk of relapse or setbacks.
Contact Family First Now
We know that finding the right mental health treatment for your teen can be overwhelming. Our PHP is designed to provide effective, compassionate care tailored to the needs of each adolescent. With personalized treatment and a focus on family involvement and personalized treatment, we help teens regain stability and move toward a healthier future.
The Family First team has more than 120 years of combined clinical experience. So, if your teen is struggling with their mental health and having trouble in school, at home, or around others, we can help them find a better way forward. We don’t punish the teens we treat. Instead, we help them explore their emotions so they can learn how to manage their mental health for the road ahead. Call 888.904.5947 or contact us online to get support now.