Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Cleveland

Cleveland

Ages 4-12

Partial Hospitalization Program

Why Cleveland Families Trust InspireKids' PHP Program

Is this program right for your child?
PHP is designed for children whose emotional regulation or behavior is starting to interfere with daily life. You may notice sudden outbursts, frequent calls from school, or your child being sent home because they can’t stay regulated. Everyday routines, transitions, following directions, peer interactions, or completing basic tasks may feel overwhelming for your child and exhausting for your family.
If outpatient therapy, school supports, or behavior plans haven’t been enough, this program provides more structure, consistency, and therapeutic support than once-a-week therapy. It helps children build coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and regain stability without removing them from home or school. If you want meaningful support before things escalate, this program may be the right next step.

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This program may be appropriate if:

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Your child was recently hospitalized for psychiatric care, and you’re concerned about maintaining stability and avoiding readmission.
School is frequently sending your child home due to significant behavioral or emotional challenges.
Your child is struggling with safety concerns, including impulsive or aggressive behaviors toward themselves or others.
Mental health–related emergency room visits have become more frequent.
Your child is currently unable to function in a traditional classroom due to the severity of their symptoms.
Outpatient therapy or Intensive Outpatient (IOP) services have not provided enough support.
Your family is feeling overwhelmed and needs a more structured, consistent level of care to regain stability.

There’s a solution most Cleveland parents don’t know exists: a structured, full day treatment program where your child gets hospital-level care during the day and comes home to you every single night.
If you checked even one box, your child, ages 4-12, may need our Partial Hospitalization Program. This is the highest level of outpatient care available before hospital admission.

Cleveland's Child Partial Hospitalization Program

Full Day Treatment Program (Highest Level of Care)

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Our most intensive level of care, full day treatment is for children who need more support than outpatient therapy. Five days a week, children get structured, therapeutic, and clinically supervised programming to stabilize behavior, improve emotional regulation, and build skills for success at home, school, and in the community.
As children progress, we help families transition to step-down services for continued growth.
How PHP differs from IOP or weekly therapy PHP is a full day program (5–8 hours, Monday–Friday) for children 4–12 who need intensive stabilization but can stay home evenings and weekends. Your child receives hospital-level psychiatric care, therapy, skills training, and educational support, returning home each night. Treatment usually lasts 6-9 months, with the goal of stabilizing your child and stepping down to less intensive care.

Who the Full Day Treatment Program Serves

The full day treatment Program serves children ages 4–12 with a diagnosed mental health condition
that is significantly impacting their ability to function in one or more areas of daily life, including:

Difficulty managing emotions or behaviors within family routines.

Challenges staying regulated, participating, or remaining in the classroom.

Struggles with structure, transitions, or social interactions outside the home.

Requires a higher level of care when weekly therapy or After School Program is not enough.

Needs daily monitoring and therapeutic intervention to stay safe and stable.

The full day treatment Program provides individualized care through daily therapeutic groups and individual services, including counseling, Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS), and Community Psychiatric Support Treatment (CPST). This comprehensive approach delivers intensive support while helping children remain connected to their families, routines, and community.

Why Cleveland Families Trust Inspire Kids' PHP Program

Led by Clinical Director Amber, who holds a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from John Carroll University, our experienced mental health professionals specialize in crisis stabilization for young children. We provide evidence-based, trauma-informed care using proven methods, including DBT, CBT, play therapy, and behavior management strategies specifically designed for children ages 4-12. Our multidisciplinary team includes:

We collaborate with your child’s school, pediatrician, and any other providers to ensure coordinated, comprehensive care.

“The InspireKids team shows exceptional dedication and professionalism in providing mental health services. Their compassionate approach and clinical expertise make them an invaluable asset to the community.”

What Your Child Experiences in PHP A Typical Day

Program Schedule: Sessions take place five days per week, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, providing children with consistent structure and support throughout the day.

Daily psychiatric evaluation and monitoring for medication management and safety.

Family therapy sessions multiple times per week — you're essential to your child's recovery.

Group therapy focusing on emotion regulation, coping skills, anger management, and social skills appropriate for young children.

Our group programs support emotional regulation, skill-building, and engagement through age-appropriate social-emotional activities, mindfulness, and hands-on experiences.

Individual therapy with a dedicated clinician.

Educational activities to maintain learning and routine.

Expressive therapies including art, play, and movement-based interventions.

Crisis intervention skills your child can use at home.

What to Expect

Families can expect consistent communication, collaboration, and involvement throughout their child’s time in the program.

A daily communication folder is sent home to support ongoing updates between the program and parents or other caregivers (including childcare providers, when applicable).
Parents will be contacted at least once a week, either in person or by phone, to review progress and address questions or concerns.
Monthly treatment team meetings are held with the family to review progress, adjust goals as needed, and ensure the child is moving toward discharge.
Family therapy sessions are provided when clinically appropriate to support skill-building and carryover at home.

Addressing Your Biggest Concerns

Your child won't attend their regular school during Full Day Treatment Program — the program replaces the school day. We provide educational support and work with your child's school to coordinate their return when they're ready.

Most children attend for 6-9 months depending on their individual needs and progress. We focus on stabilization, so your child can transition to a lower level of care.

Most insurance plans, including Medicaid, cover Partial Hospitalization Programs. Call us at (216) 455-7070 to verify your coverage.

Our staff specializes in working with children in crisis. We create a safe, supportive environment where even the most dysregulated children can begin to stabilize.

No. PHP provides hospital-level care during the day, but your child comes home every evening. There is no overnight stay.