When a teenager is struggling with their mental or behavioral health, families may not always know what type of support they need. Trustpoint Hospital offers a partial hospitalization program (PHP) for adolescents ages 13–17 who need structured treatment during the day but do not require 24-hour inpatient care.
Our adolescent PHP provides a supportive environment where young people can address behavioral health concerns, develop practical coping skills, and build greater confidence in managing challenges at home, at school, and in their daily lives.
Adolescent PHP Overview
The adolescent partial hospitalization program at Trustpoint Hospital is an outpatient program for young people of all genders ages 13–17. Participants attend structured programming during the day and return home or to another supportive living environment after treatment.
PHP may be appropriate for adolescents who need more structure and support than traditional outpatient therapy can provide. Adolescents can enter the program directly, transition into PHP after inpatient treatment, or move into PHP when a lower level of outpatient care is not providing enough support.
Our adolescent PHP treats a range of behavioral health concerns that may be affecting a young person’s daily life, relationships, school experience, or overall well-being. Each adolescent completes an assessment before admission so that our team can determine whether PHP is the most appropriate level of care.
Features & Services
Treatment in our adolescent PHP is designed to help young people better understand their thoughts and emotions, recognize unhelpful patterns, and practice healthier ways of responding to stress and other challenges.
Depending on each adolescent’s needs and individualized treatment plan, programming may include:
- Group therapy
- Individual therapy, as needed
- Family therapy, as needed
- Medication management
- Psychiatric support
- Psychoeducation
- Educational support
- Discharge and continuing-care planning
Group therapy is a central part of the program. In a supportive, age-appropriate environment, adolescents can practice skills and explore topics such as:
- Managing difficult emotions
- Coping with stress
- Communicating effectively
- Building healthy relationships
- Resolving conflicts
- Improving self-esteem
- Recognizing triggers
- Developing healthy routines
- Preparing to return to school and daily activities
Evidence-based approaches may include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and other therapeutic techniques selected according to each participant’s needs.
Continuing Education During Treatment
We understand that parents may worry about their child falling behind in school while participating in a daytime treatment program. Education is incorporated into the adolescent PHP so that young people can continue working toward their academic goals while receiving behavioral healthcare.
Through Trustpoint Learning Academy, students receive educational support during the treatment day to help them stay connected to their schoolwork and maintain academic progress. The academy provides flexible support based on each student’s educational needs while recognizing that behavioral health treatment remains an important part of the day.
Program Schedule
Our adolescent PHP meets:
Monday–Friday
9 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Participants return home or to another supportive residence after programming each day. Most adolescents participate in PHP for approximately four to six weeks, though the length of treatment may vary based on each young person’s needs, progress, and treatment goals.
Admissions Process
We understand that looking for behavioral health treatment for a teenager can feel overwhelming. Our admissions team is available to help families understand the available options and determine whether adolescent PHP may be an appropriate next step.
Referrals may come from families, healthcare providers, behavioral health professionals, schools, community partners, or other treatment programs. Adolescents may enter PHP directly or transition from another level of care.
The admissions process begins with an assessment to learn more about the adolescent’s current concerns, treatment history, safety, strengths, and goals. If PHP is appropriate, our team will explain what to expect and help the adolescent and their family prepare for admission.
If another level of care would better meet the young person’s needs, our team can help guide the family toward appropriate treatment options.
Take the Next Step
If your teenager is experiencing behavioral health concerns, our team is available to listen, answer your questions, and help you explore available treatment options.
Contact Trustpoint Hospital today to learn more about our adolescent partial hospitalization program in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
