Partial Hospitalization (PHP) for OCD? Has it helped you?

[Tbzrb]

My son is on a wait list for partial hospitalization program at Pathlight Mood & Anxiety center in Baltimore, MD. He’s willingly participated in all of the initial screenings and evaluations, however he is hesitating again with the uncertainty of 6 weeks of days-long treatment away from home (we’d stay at a hotel or air b&b during the week). I completely understand his feelings about this, but we both agree he needs the help.

I am hoping someone has been through a partial hospitalization treatment program who can offer some encouragement about the experience and outcomes. Or even some insight ie “if I knew then what I know now” or “things I wish someone had told me”…

Especially helpful if you were at Pathlight In Baltimore.

Please share your thoughts, it would be so helpful.

Thank you!

[SCC1]

I was in a PHP many yrs ago. It was from about 8am-4pm. The therapy was intense, and honestly, a lot of it didn't apply to me, but I know from others who have been in a program, that it does a lot of good.

The staff will probably ask the patients questions, maybe about how their OCD affects their lives (what does it stop them from doing, maybe ask how long does OCD take up their day). There will probably be worksheets of questions to fill out based on one's own experience with OCD. There may be "homework" where the patient has to really think about the questions asked, and in some cases, difficult ones, possibly about how they can apply coping skills concerning thoughts/compulsions. They may be asked what coping skills they already have and offer new ones if necessary. They may also ask if there's any support from family or friends.

I have not attended a OCD program specifically, but I'm sure it will be very beneficial for your son. A lot of PHP's deal with general problems, but a specific issue being addressed, will have more success for the patient, I think.

I hope this helps some. Good luck!

[Tbzrb in reply to SCC1]

Thanks for this! The intake coordinators have explained pretty much the same, which is helpful 🙂

[Mcfly64]

Hi. I think it would be a good idea.

[Tbzrb in reply to Mcfly64]

Ditto 👍 Thanks for responding!