A Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) in Virginia is a structured, full-day addiction and mental health treatment program that meets five days per week — typically 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. — without requiring an overnight stay. It sits between inpatient hospitalization and standard outpatient therapy, giving you the clinical intensity of residential care while allowing you to sleep at home. BeBold Recovery offers PHP in Norfolk, Virginia, with free transportation from more than 30 cities including Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Newport News, and Hampton.

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What Is a PHP Program in Virginia?

A Partial Hospitalization Program — commonly called PHP — is a day treatment program for adults living with addiction, mental health conditions, or both. Under the ASAM continuum of care, PHP is the most intensive outpatient level of treatment available in the state.

Unlike inpatient rehab, you don't live at the facility. Unlike standard therapy, you attend every day. According to SAMHSA's Treatment Improvement Protocol 41, structured day programming significantly improves long-term sobriety outcomes — and PHP sits at the apex of that evidence base.

A typical PHP day at BeBold Recovery includes:

• Group therapy sessions led by licensed clinicians (LPC, LCSW, CSAC)
• Individual one-on-one counseling tailored to your personal treatment plan
• Psychiatric medication management and mental health oversight
• Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) — Suboxone, Vivitrol, and Sublocade for opioid and alcohol dependence
• Holistic wellness: yoga, nutrition planning, and mindful exercise
• Peer support from certified recovery specialists with lived experience
• Case management: insurance, housing, legal, and employment coordination

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How Many Hours Per Week Is PHP?

PHP in Virginia runs 5 days per week, 5-6 hours per day — totaling 25-30 clinical hours weekly. The ASAM Level 2.5 criteria define this as the threshold at which treatment is clinically equivalent in intensity to a hospital admission, without the overnight requirement.

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PHP vs IOP vs Outpatient: Which Level of Care Do You Need?

Virginia addiction treatment exists on a continuum. Here is how PHP compares to other levels of care at BeBold Recovery:

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Not sure which level fits you? BeBold Recovery offers same-day assessments — our licensed clinicians match you to the right program within hours, not weeks.

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Who Qualifies for PHP in Virginia?

PHP is appropriate when standard outpatient treatment is not enough — but a full residential stay is not necessary. You may be a candidate if:

• You've completed inpatient or residential treatment and need a structured step-down
• Your addiction or mental health condition is severe enough to require daily clinical support to stay safe and sober
• You have a dual diagnosis — co-occurring addiction and a mental health condition such as depression, PTSD, anxiety, or bipolar disorder
• Standard outpatient therapy alone has not been enough to maintain sobriety
• You need medical oversight for medications or are receiving MAT
• Your home environment is stable — or BeBold can coordinate sober living housing for you

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Referral note for providers: BeBold Recovery accepts same-day PHP referrals from Virginia hospital ERs, discharge planners, courts, probation officers, and Community Services Boards (CSBs). Call 757-716-0067 for direct referral intake.

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PHP Programs in Virginia — Cities BeBold Recovery Serves

BeBold Recovery's PHP facility is at 5423 Henneman Drive, Norfolk, VA 23513. We serve all of Virginia through free transportation, telehealth, and housing coordination:

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Free Transportation: BeBold Recovery provides free rides from all major Virginia cities. Transportation is never a barrier to treatment.

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Does Insurance Cover PHP in Virginia?

Yes. PHP is covered by most major insurance plans in Virginia. Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA), insurers cannot apply more restrictive limits to behavioral health treatment — including PHP — than they apply to medical or surgical conditions of comparable severity.

• Virginia Medicaid: PHP is a covered benefit. Most enrollees pay $0 out of pocket.
• Medicare Part B: Covers PHP for mental health and substance use disorders.
• Aetna, Cigna, Anthem/BCBS, UnitedHealthcare: All major commercial plans cover PHP under MHPAEA.
• Tricare: Military insurance covers PHP for active duty, veterans, and dependents.
• Private Pay: Flexible payment plans available — call our team to discuss.

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Ready to verify? Check your insurance coverage online in minutes — or call 757-716-0067 and our team will handle it.

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How Long Does PHP Last in Virginia?

Duration depends on your clinical progress, ASAM level-of-care criteria, and insurance authorization. According to NIDA's Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment, treatment lasting fewer than 90 days is of limited effectiveness — which is exactly why BeBold's step-down continuum from PHP to IOP to OP exists.

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PHP for Mental Health in Virginia

PHP is not limited to substance use disorders. BeBold Recovery's Dual Diagnosis program integrates psychiatric care directly into PHP, treating both conditions simultaneously. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) notes that people with substance use disorders are twice as likely to have a co-occurring mental health condition — and integrated treatment produces significantly better outcomes than treating each in isolation.

Conditions treated in our Virginia PHP include:

• Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and persistent depressive disorder
• Generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, and panic disorder
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) — including combat and military trauma
• Bipolar disorder (Type I and II), Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
• Any combination of co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders

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PHP vs Inpatient — Which Is Right for You?

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BeBold Recovery offers both inpatient coordination and PHP — our assessment team recommends the right starting point for your situation.

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How to Start PHP at BeBold Recovery — 4 Steps

1. Step 1 — Call or contact us: 757-716-0067 or complete our online intake form. Available same-day, 7 days a week.
2. Step 2 — Immediate assessment: A licensed clinician completes a clinical evaluation within hours — by phone, video, or in-person in Norfolk.
3. Step 3 — Insurance verification: Our billing team confirms your coverage within 24 hours with no obligation.
4. Step 4 — Begin PHP: Once cleared, you can start the next business day. We handle transportation, housing, and all paperwork.