Casa Recovery's Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) offers structured, evidence-based treatment in a supportive environment where individuals can receive comprehensive clinical care during the day while returning home or to a supportive living environment in the evenings.
Located in San Juan Capistrano, Casa Recovery proudly serves individuals throughout South Orange County, including Mission Viejo, Dana Point, San Clemente, Laguna Niguel, Rancho Santa Margarita, Laguna Hills, Lake Forest, Aliso Viejo, Irvine, and surrounding communities. Our PHP is designed to help individuals stabilize symptoms, develop healthy coping strategies, and build a strong foundation for lasting recovery from mental health disorders, substance use disorders, alcoholism, and dual diagnosis.
Whether you're transitioning from residential treatment, stepping down after detox, or seeking a higher level of care than weekly therapy can provide, our experienced clinical team develops a personalized treatment plan centered around your unique needs and long-term goals.
About the program
What Is a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)?
A Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) is one of the most comprehensive outpatient treatment options available for individuals experiencing mental health conditions, substance use disorders, alcoholism, or co-occurring disorders.
PHP provides intensive therapeutic programming several days each week while allowing clients to maintain connections with their home environment and support system.
Unlike inpatient or residential treatment, clients participating in PHP return home each evening after completing a full day of treatment. This level of care provides significant structure while allowing individuals to begin practicing the skills they learn in treatment within their everyday lives.
Many people benefit from PHP because it offers:
PHP often serves as either a step-down level of care following residential treatment or a step-up option for individuals whose symptoms require more support than traditional outpatient therapy or an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP).
Mental health
PHP for Mental Health Treatment
Living with an untreated mental health condition can affect every aspect of life, including relationships, work performance, physical health, and overall quality of life.
Many individuals continue managing responsibilities while quietly struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, or overwhelming emotional distress. Over time, symptoms often become more difficult to manage without professional support.
Casa Recovery's Partial Hospitalization Program for mental health provides intensive treatment for individuals experiencing a wide range of psychiatric conditions while allowing them to remain connected to their families and communities.
Our clinical team provides treatment for conditions including:
- Major Depressive Disorder
- Anxiety Disorders
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Panic Disorder
- Social Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Trauma and PTSD
- Mood Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Adjustment Disorders
- Co-occurring mental health conditions
Every treatment plan is individualized and may include evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed care, mindfulness-based interventions, psychoeducation, medication management, and experiential therapies.
Rather than simply addressing symptoms, we work with each client to identify underlying causes, develop healthy coping skills, improve emotional regulation, strengthen relationships, and build resilience for long-term wellness.
Substance use
PHP for Substance Use, Addiction & Drug Rehabilitation
Substance use disorders affect far more than physical health. Alcohol and drug addiction often impact careers, relationships, emotional well-being, financial stability, and overall quality of life.
Many individuals attempt to manage addiction independently before realizing they need additional support.
Casa Recovery's Partial Hospitalization Program for substance use disorders offers intensive addiction treatment for individuals recovering from:
- Alcohol addiction
- Opioid addiction
- Prescription drug misuse
- Benzodiazepine dependence
- Cocaine addiction
- Methamphetamine addiction
- Marijuana use disorder
- Stimulant addiction
- Polysubstance use
Our PHP combines evidence-based addiction treatment with individualized therapy, psychiatric support, relapse prevention planning, and family involvement when appropriate.
Clients learn practical skills to:
- Understand addiction and recovery
- Identify personal triggers
- Develop healthier coping mechanisms
- Improve emotional regulation
- Repair relationships
- Strengthen relapse prevention strategies
- Build a sustainable recovery plan
Recovery involves much more than stopping substance use. Our goal is to help clients create healthier lifestyles that support lasting physical, emotional, and psychological wellness.
Because addiction frequently exists alongside underlying mental health conditions, our clinical team carefully evaluates each client for co-occurring disorders to ensure every aspect of their care is addressed.
Alcoholism
PHP for Alcoholism
Alcohol use disorder is one of the most common reasons individuals seek treatment, yet many people wait far longer than they should before asking for help. Because alcohol is legal and socially accepted, it can be difficult to recognize when occasional drinking has progressed into dependence.
Many individuals continue going to work, caring for their families, and maintaining responsibilities while quietly struggling with alcohol use. Over time, however, drinking often begins affecting physical health, emotional well-being, relationships, work performance, and overall quality of life.
Casa Recovery's Partial Hospitalization Program for alcoholism provides structured, compassionate care for individuals who have completed detoxification or who no longer require 24-hour medical supervision but still need intensive treatment to maintain recovery.
Throughout PHP, clients work closely with licensed therapists, addiction specialists, and psychiatric providers to better understand the underlying factors contributing to alcohol use while learning healthier ways to manage stress, emotions, and life's challenges.
Treatment may include:
- Individual therapy
- Group therapy
- Relapse prevention planning
- Family education and support
- Medication management when appropriate
- Coping skills development
- Stress management techniques
- Emotional regulation strategies
- Long-term recovery planning
Recovery from alcoholism is about more than stopping drinking. It involves creating a healthier, more fulfilling life supported by healthy relationships, effective coping skills, and ongoing emotional wellness.
PHP for Dual Diagnosis Treatment
For many individuals, substance use and mental health conditions occur together.
Someone living with anxiety may begin using alcohol to calm racing thoughts. A person experiencing depression may rely on drugs to temporarily escape emotional pain. Trauma survivors often develop unhealthy coping mechanisms to manage overwhelming symptoms.
When both conditions exist simultaneously, treating only one often leads to continued struggles with the other.
At Casa Recovery, we specialize in dual diagnosis treatment, providing integrated care that addresses both mental health conditions and substance use disorders at the same time.
Common co-occurring conditions include:
- Depression and Alcohol Use Disorder
- Anxiety and Prescription Drug Misuse
- PTSD and Substance Use
- Bipolar Disorder and Addiction
- Trauma and Alcohol Dependence
- Personality Disorders and Substance Use
- Mood Disorders and Drug Addiction
Rather than separating addiction treatment from mental health care, our clinical team develops a comprehensive treatment plan that recognizes how each condition influences the other.
By treating both disorders together, clients often experience:
- Greater emotional stability
- Reduced risk of relapse
- Improved coping skills
- Better long-term recovery outcomes
- Improved relationships
- Increased confidence in managing daily life
Dual diagnosis treatment is one of the cornerstones of Casa Recovery's clinical philosophy because we understand lasting recovery requires treating the whole person, not simply the symptoms.
Is PHP right for you?
Who Can Benefit from a Partial Hospitalization Program?
PHP is appropriate for individuals who need a structured level of care but do not require 24-hour residential treatment.
Our Partial Hospitalization Program may be an excellent option if you:
- Recently completed detox or residential treatment
- Need more support than traditional outpatient therapy
- Are stepping down from a higher level of care
- Have experienced a recent relapse
- Are struggling to manage anxiety, depression, or other mental health symptoms
- Feel overwhelmed by daily responsibilities
- Have difficulty maintaining healthy relationships
- Need intensive therapy while remaining connected to family or supportive housing
- Want to continue building recovery skills in a structured environment
PHP also provides an excellent transition between residential treatment and greater independence, allowing clients to gradually apply newly developed coping strategies while still receiving comprehensive clinical support.
What to expect
What to Expect During Casa Recovery's PHP
Every individual's treatment experience is unique. Upon admission, each client receives a comprehensive assessment that allows our clinical team to develop a personalized treatment plan based on their mental health history, substance use history, current symptoms, medical needs, and recovery goals.
Depending on each client's needs, treatment may include:
Individual Therapy
Clients meet regularly with a licensed therapist to address personal challenges, identify treatment goals, process emotions, and develop individualized recovery strategies.
Group Therapy
Group sessions provide opportunities to learn from peers while exploring topics such as relapse prevention, emotional regulation, healthy communication, mindfulness, boundaries, and life skills.
Family Involvement
When clinically appropriate, family therapy and education help strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and create healthier support systems.
Psychiatric Care & Medication Management
Clients receive ongoing psychiatric evaluation and medication management when appropriate to help stabilize symptoms and support recovery.
Evidence-Based Therapies
Our clinicians utilize proven therapeutic approaches, each designed to help clients develop practical tools they can continue using long after completing the program.
What we treat
Conditions We Treat
Casa Recovery provides Partial Hospitalization Program services for a wide range of behavioral health conditions.
Insurance
Insurance May Cover Your Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
One of the most common questions we hear is, "Will my insurance cover treatment?" The answer is often yes.
Many PPO insurance plans provide coverage for Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) when treatment is determined to be medically necessary. Depending on your individual policy and benefits, your insurance may help cover treatment for:
- Mental health disorders
- Substance use disorders
- Alcohol addiction
- Drug addiction
- Dual diagnosis treatment
- Co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
At Casa Recovery, we understand that navigating insurance benefits can feel overwhelming, especially when you're already dealing with the stress of finding treatment.
Our experienced admissions team is here to make the process simple.
We'll work directly with your insurance provider to:
- Verify your behavioral health benefits
- Explain your available coverage
- Review any potential out-of-pocket costs
- Answer your questions about treatment options
- Help determine the level of care that's right for you
Insurance verification is confidential, complimentary, and carries no obligation.
If you're unsure whether treatment is covered, contact Casa Recovery today. A quick conversation with our admissions team can provide the answers you need and help you begin treatment sooner.
South Orange County
Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) in South Orange County
Conveniently located in San Juan Capistrano, Casa Recovery proudly provides Partial Hospitalization Program services to individuals and families throughout South Orange County and neighboring communities.
Our central location makes quality behavioral healthcare accessible for clients seeking treatment close to home while still benefiting from a private, supportive environment focused on healing.
We frequently serve clients from:
- San Juan Capistrano
- Mission Viejo
- Laguna Niguel
- Dana Point
- San Clemente
- Rancho Santa Margarita
- Laguna Hills
- Lake Forest
- Aliso Viejo
- Irvine
- Newport Beach
- Costa Mesa
- Laguna Beach
- Tustin
- Orange
- Throughout Orange County and Southern California
Whether you're looking for a Partial Hospitalization Program for mental health, PHP for addiction, PHP for alcoholism, or dual diagnosis treatment, our experienced clinical team is committed to providing individualized care close to home.
Why choose us
Why Choose Casa Recovery?
Finding the right treatment provider is one of the most important decisions you can make. At Casa Recovery, we believe effective treatment begins with understanding the individual behind the diagnosis. Our team takes a personalized approach to care, recognizing that every client's experiences, challenges, and goals are unique. Clients choose Casa Recovery because we provide:
Individualized Treatment Plans
No two recovery journeys are the same. Every client receives a comprehensive assessment and customized treatment plan designed around their specific clinical needs.
Dual Diagnosis Expertise
Our clinicians specialize in treating both mental health conditions and substance use disorders together, improving long-term outcomes and reducing the risk of relapse.
Experienced Clinical Team
Our multidisciplinary team includes licensed therapists, psychiatrists, case managers, and behavioral health professionals committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care.
Evidence-Based Therapies
Treatment incorporates proven therapeutic approaches including CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, trauma-informed care, mindfulness practices, and relapse prevention.
Family Involvement
Healing often extends beyond the individual. When appropriate, we involve families in the treatment process to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and establish healthy support systems.
A Supportive Environment
We strive to create an atmosphere where clients feel respected, understood, and empowered to make meaningful, lasting changes in their lives.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)?
What conditions can PHP treat?
- Depression
- Anxiety Disorders
- Bipolar Disorder
- PTSD and Trauma
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Drug Addiction
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Other co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
Does insurance cover PHP?
What is the difference between PHP and IOP?
Can I receive treatment for both mental health and addiction?
How long does PHP last?
Begin your recovery
Begin Your Recovery with Casa Recovery
You don't have to wait until symptoms worsen or life becomes unmanageable before seeking help. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, alcohol addiction, drug use, or a co-occurring mental health condition, early intervention can make a meaningful difference in your recovery journey.
At Casa Recovery, our Partial Hospitalization Program provides compassionate, evidence-based care designed to help individuals regain stability, improve emotional wellness, and build the skills needed for lasting recovery. If you or someone you love is searching for a Partial Hospitalization Program in Orange County, PHP for mental health, PHP for substance use, or dual diagnosis treatment in South Orange County, our admissions team is here to help.
Contact Casa Recovery today to schedule a confidential assessment, learn more about our programs, or verify your insurance benefits. One phone call could be the first step toward lasting healing, renewed hope, and a healthier future.