Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Bureau of Substance Addiction Services (BSAS), to provide Day Treatment services under 105 CMR 164.231.
Waterside Recovery offers a Partial Hospitalization Program in Plymouth, MA for individuals who need structured addiction and mental health support without requiring 24/7 residential care. Also known in Massachusetts as Day Treatment, PHP provides full-day clinical programming while allowing clients to return home or to a supportive living environment at night.
If you or a loved one are facing addiction or mental health concerns in the Massachusetts area, we are here to provide assistance. Call (866)671-8620 or connect with us online to discover the support available through our program today.
A partial hospitalization program, or PHP, is a structured outpatient level of care that offers several hours of treatment during the day. Clients receive therapy, clinical support, relapse-prevention planning, and recovery education while continuing to live at home.
PHP is often recommended for people who need more support than an intensive outpatient program but do not need round-the-clock supervision in a residential or inpatient setting.
At Waterside Recovery, PHP may include:
In Massachusetts, the licensed term for this level of care is often Day Treatment. Nationally, many people search for and refer to this same level of structured outpatient care as a Partial Hospitalization Program, or PHP.
At Waterside Recovery, we use both terms to help clients and families better understand the level of care. Whether you call it PHP or Day Treatment, the goal is the same: providing intensive daytime support while helping clients maintain connection to home, family, work, school, and community life.
PHP may be a good fit for people who need a high level of clinical structure but do not require 24/7 residential treatment. This level of care can support individuals who are transitioning from a higher level of care or stepping up from less intensive outpatient treatment. You may benefit from PHP if you are:
It can be difficult to know when outpatient treatment is no longer enough. PHP may be appropriate if symptoms, cravings, or daily stressors are becoming harder to manage without additional support.
Common signs PHP may be helpful include:
Waterside Recovery’s PHP supports individuals facing substance use disorders, mental health concerns, and co-occurring conditions. Treatment is individualized based on each client’s needs, history, goals, and level of stability.
Our program may support individuals struggling with:
When substance use and mental health symptoms happen together, treating both is essential for long-term recovery.
A typical day in PHP includes a structured schedule of therapy, recovery education, clinical support, and practical planning. While each treatment plan is personalized, clients can expect a steady rhythm that supports accountability and skill-building. A typical day may include:
Our PHP combines evidence-based treatment, compassionate support, and practical recovery planning. The goal is to help clients build stability while developing tools they can use in real life.
Group therapy gives clients a supportive space to process challenges, learn from others, and practice recovery skills. Sessions may focus on relapse prevention, emotional regulation, communication, accountability, and coping strategies.
One-on-one counseling allows clients to work through personal challenges, identify triggers, and develop an individualized recovery plan.
Many people in recovery also experience anxiety, depression, trauma, or other mental health concerns. Our PHP supports co-occurring needs so clients are not treating substance use in isolation.
When appropriate, our team can help coordinate care related to psychiatric medication, medication-assisted treatment, or outside medical providers.
Addiction and mental health challenges can affect the entire family. Family involvement may include education, communication support, boundaries, and guidance on how loved ones can support recovery without taking over.
Case management may help with work, school, housing, appointments, outside providers, and step-down planning.
Recovery is not only about stopping substance use. Holistic support may include mindfulness, stress management, movement, creative outlets, and wellness-based coping tools.
PHP offers a balance of structure and flexibility. It gives clients access to intensive treatment while allowing them to remain connected to daily life.
Benefits of PHP may include:
Starting treatment can feel overwhelming, but our admissions process is designed to be simple and supportive.
You or your loved one can contact our team to discuss current needs, treatment history, and concerns.
Our admissions team can help review your insurance benefits and explain potential coverage for PHP.
A clinical assessment helps determine whether PHP is the right level of care.
If PHP is appropriate, our team creates a treatment plan based on your symptoms, goals, schedule, and recovery needs.
Once admitted, clients begin structured programming and receive support from the Waterside Recovery team.
PHP is often one part of a larger recovery journey. As clients make progress, they may transition into a lower level of care that offers continued support with more flexibility.
After PHP, clients may step down into:
Our team works with each client to create an aftercare plan that supports long-term recovery.
If you are searching for a partial hospitalization program near Plymouth, MA, Waterside Recovery provides structured addiction and mental health support in a compassionate outpatient setting.
Our Plymouth location serves individuals and families throughout the surrounding South Shore and Massachusetts communities.
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Many insurance plans offer coverage for partial hospitalization or day treatment services, but benefits vary by provider, plan, medical necessity, and authorization requirements.
Coverage may depend on:
Waterside Recovery can help verify your benefits and explain what your plan may cover before treatment begins.
Please confirm insurance coverage with one of our admissions specialists at (866) 671-8620
In Massachusetts, Day Treatment is the licensed term often used for this level of care. Nationally, many people refer to similar full-day outpatient treatment as PHP, or partial hospitalization.
PHP usually includes several hours of treatment per day, multiple days per week. The exact schedule depends on the program and each client’s individualized treatment plan.
PHP is an outpatient level of care. Clients attend treatment during the day and return home or to a supportive living environment afterward.
PHP may be appropriate for people who need more support than IOP or outpatient care but do not require 24/7 residential treatment.
PHP may include group therapy, individual counseling, family support, relapse-prevention planning, psychoeducation, case management, and holistic wellness support.
Yes. PHP can support people with substance use disorders, mental health concerns, and co-occurring conditions such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or dual diagnosis.
Many clients step down into IOP, outpatient treatment, therapy, or ongoing recovery support after completing PHP.
Many insurance plans may cover PHP when it is clinically appropriate. Waterside Recovery can help verify your benefits and explain your options.
You do not have to navigate recovery alone. Waterside Recovery’s Partial Hospitalization Program in Plymouth, MA provides structured support, compassionate care, and individualized treatment for people ready to take the next step.
Call Waterside Recovery today or verify your insurance benefits online to learn whether PHP may be the right fit for you or your loved one.
Our specialists can further assist with insurance questions at (866) 671-8620.
Licensed counselors are standing by and available any time, day or night. Don’t hesitate to call today.
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