Addiction. Substance use disorder. Whatever you call it, when it begins to take over your life, it can feel like things are falling apart fast. You may feel stuck, knowing you need real help but not knowing where to turn. Drugs, alcohol, or both are taking over and putting everything you value at risk.
The partial hospitalization program (PHP) at The Carter Treatment Center gives you a safe, structured place to begin healing without leaving home or putting your life on hold.
PHP is the highest level of care we offer for outpatient addiction treatment. It provides full days of treatment, guidance, therapy, and support, while still allowing you to return home each night. That means you can stay connected to your family, sleep in your own bed, and begin recovery while staying rooted in your real life.
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A partial hospitalization program is a structured, full-day treatment program that gives you the support of clinical care without needing to live at a facility. PHP is often the first step in treatment for people coming out of detox, residential care, or an inpatient rehab program. It can also be the right starting place for someone who needs strong support but not 24-hour supervision.
PHP includes:
PHP is a “bridge level” of care; it’s not as intense as inpatient, but is more structured than IOP or outpatient therapy. It’s designed to help you stabilize, rebuild, and gain confidence in early recovery.
You may be a good fit for PHP if:
PHP is especially helpful for people who feel overwhelmed or unsafe trying to manage recovery alone. Here, you’ll have a team beside you. Our team will walk with you, not just for a session or two, but all day, every day you attend.
Each day in PHP is structured to support healing in your mind, body, and emotional well-being. While every person’s schedule is personalized, most days include a mix of group therapy, individual counseling, recovery education, and skill-building sessions.
You’ll spend several hours a day working with licensed therapists, case managers, and peers who understand what you’re going through. Along the way, you’ll have chances to reflect on progress, discuss challenges, learn new coping skills, and receive support for both addiction and mental health needs. You’ll also take part in activities that help strengthen emotional regulation, relapse prevention, and personal growth.
At the end of the day, you return home. This gives you the chance to begin applying what you’ve learned in the real world, with real people, in familiar settings. This balance between treatment and home life is what makes PHP a powerful bridge between inpatient care and independent recovery.
PHP uses evidence-based therapies that help you understand addiction, change harmful patterns, and build healthy coping skills. These may include:
If appropriate, medication assisted treatment (MAT) is available for people recovering from alcohol or opioid addiction.
The length of PHP is different for each person because recovery is not a race. Most clients stay in PHP for a few weeks to a few months, depending on progress, safety, and clinical needs. When the time is right, you’ll step down to a less intensive level of care like IOP or OP.
You won’t be rushed. You won’t be pushed out. You and your treatment team will decide together when you’re ready.
At The Carter Treatment Center, we see the person, not a diagnosis. We listen to your unique story and develop a treatment plan that addresses your specific needs and goals. We take a collaborative approach, walking with you through the treatment and recovery process.
At The Carter Treatment Center:
PHP is a great place to begin treatment. As you progress and improve, you can easily step down to a less intensive level of care.
When you complete PHP, you won’t be left alone to figure out the next step. Most people continue with:
Healing is not a single moment; it’s a process. We stay by your side as long as you need us.
If you’re unsure whether PHP is the right level of care, we can help. A confidential assessment will give you clarity about:
You don’t have to decide alone. You just have to reach out.
Partial hospitalization programs sit near the top of the outpatient continuum and play a key role for people who need daily support without 24-hour care.
These numbers show how the need for behavioral health care is rising across the country and here in Georgia.
Whether you are seeking treatment for yourself or a loved one, we’re here to guide you toward a life of sobriety and recovery.
You can find us at two convenient metro Atlanta locations:
You don’t have to hit rock bottom. The right time to get help is now. We’ll meet you where you are, and we’ll walk beside you as you begin rebuilding your life.
A PHP is a structured, full-day treatment program that offers the highest level of outpatient care. Clients attend therapy, education, and wellness sessions during the day, then return home in the evening. It’s ideal for people who need daily support but not 24-hour supervision.
PHP is best suited for individuals transitioning from detox or residential care, or anyone who needs intensive daily structure to manage mental health or substance use symptoms. It’s also a good starting point for those who require close monitoring early in recovery.
Days are structured around group therapy, individual counseling, skills training, and holistic wellness activities. You’ll also meet with clinicians for medication management and recovery planning. Meals, breaks, and mindfulness time are built into the schedule for balance and rest.
Most people attend PHP for several weeks, depending on their individual needs and progress. The goal is to help you stabilize, strengthen coping skills, and prepare to step down to a less intensive level of care like IOP or OP when ready.
Yes. The Carter Treatment Center offers PHP services at both Alpharetta and Jefferson, Georgia locations, serving clients from across metro Atlanta. Each site provides compassionate care, flexible scheduling, and seamless transitions between levels of care.
If you live in the metro Atlanta area—including Alpharetta, Jefferson, Cumming, Lawrenceville, Gainesville, Buford, Duluth, or nearby—you’re within reach of compassionate, qualified outpatient addiction treatment.
You are not too late. You are not too broken. You are not alone.
Call (470) 616-7274 or reach out online today. Your story is still being written, and we’re here to help you turn the page.
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