Structured behavioral health support while you stay connected to daily life
Merrimack Health’s Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) provide structured mental health treatment for adults who need more support than traditional outpatient care can provide, but do not need 24-hour inpatient hospitalization.
Our programs provide a supportive, group-based treatment environment where you can build skills, work toward your goals and receive personalized support from a multidisciplinary behavioral health team—all while returning home each day.
PHP vs. IOP
Both programs provide structured behavioral health treatment while allowing you to return home each day. Our team can help determine which program is most appropriate for you.
- Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP): PHP provides a higher level of structured treatment and support for people who need more intensive care during the day but do not require overnight hospitalization.
- Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP): IOP provides structured behavioral health treatment while offering greater flexibility for people who are able to manage more of their daily activities outside of treatment.
Who we serve
Our PHP and IOP programs may be appropriate for adults experiencing:
- Anxiety, depression or other mental health concerns
- Challenges that are interfering with daily life, relationships or functioning
- A need for more intensive support than traditional outpatient therapy
- A need for continued support following an inpatient behavioral health stay
Our team will work with you to determine whether PHP or IOP is the right level of care for your needs.
What to expect
Treatment is centered around your individual needs and goals and includes a combination of group and individual care.
- Group counseling: Participate in structured groups designed specifically for adults receiving behavioral health treatment. Groups provide an opportunity to connect with others, develop coping skills and learn strategies for managing life’s challenges.
- Individual counseling: Meet one-on-one with a behavioral health clinician to discuss your specific concerns, goals and progress.
- Psychiatric care and medication management: Meet with a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner for evaluation, medication management and ongoing support as appropriate.
A team approach to your care
Your care is provided by a multidisciplinary behavioral health team that may include:
- Licensed social workers
- Psychiatrists
- Psychiatric nurse practitioners
- Other behavioral health professionals
Care close to home
Haverhill Hospital
140 Lincoln Avenue
Haverhill, MA 01830
Program hours
Monday–Friday
8:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Make an appointment or referral
To learn more or make a referral, call 978-374-2000 ext. 213675 or ext. 213674.
Most insurance plans are accepted.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, including thoughts of hurting yourself or someone else, this is a medical emergency. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department immediately.