
Welcome to our Chicago Loop PHP and IOP Programs, where comprehensive mental health support meets the bustling heart of downtown Chicago.
Our Chicago Loop Clarity Clinic location offers both Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Programs. These therapeutic programs are designed to provide group-based treatment options for individuals experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms or struggling with mental heath disorders.
Our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) provides more intensive treatment than our IOP. Participants attend group treatment sessions for four hours a day, five days a week, allowing participants to return home or to a supportive environment outside of treatment hours. PHP offers a higher level of support and structure than IOP. In addition to the 20-hours a week of group work that this program requires, PHP will also require participants to set aside additional time for individual therapy, treatment planning sessions, family/support persons therapy as recommended, and psychiatric monitoring.
Our Intensive Outpatient Program (PHP) involves participants attending group treatment sessions for three hours a day, three to five days a week depending on the participant's assessed needs. This allows participants to return home or to a supportive environment outside of treatment hours. In addition to the structured 9-15 hours a week of group work that this program requires, IOP will also require participants to set aside additional time for individual therapy and optional medication management.

Both our Clarity Clinic Chicago Loop PHP and IOP Programs aim to stabilize individuals in need of additional mental health support by providing comprehensive psychiatric and therapeutic care, teaching coping skills and recurrence management strategies, and supporting individuals in their wellness journey. These programs offer an alternative to inpatient hospitalization and serve as either a step-up for individuals who require additional support but do not necessitate the intensity of an acute care setting, or as a step-down from an acute care setting, allowing individuals to receive the support they need while maintaining connections to their communities and support networks.
Our Chicago Loop Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) provides a more comprehensive level of care compared to our IOP Program. Our PHP Program takes place from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, 20 hours per week. Depending on the individuals situation, it is often recommended that they take a leave from school and/or work to focus primarily on their mental health treatment. Patients participate daily in a blend of group and individual therapy sessions led by our licensed therapists.
In addition to the 20-hours a week of group work that this program requires, PHP will also require participants to set aside additional time for individual therapy, treatment planning sessions, family/support persons therapy as recommended, and psychiatric monitoring.
On your first day, you'll have the opportunity to meet your treatment team, familiarize yourself with the program, and understand the treatment process. You'll also join group sessions and receive information about the program structure, weekly schedules, and upcoming group activities. Please be aware that grab-and-go meals will be available for you to enjoy during group sessions.
The length of PHP treatment is contingent upon individual progress. Generally, the goal is to transition to IOP, which represents a less intensive level of behavioral health care.
Our Loop Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) provides invaluable support for individuals navigating mental health challenges. PHP offers a structured and nurturing environment where patients can engage in intensive therapy and treatment while maintaining connections to their daily lives. With PHP, individuals receive personalized care tailored to their unique needs, including group therapy, individual counseling, optional medication management, and skill-building exercises.
This program goes beyond traditional outpatient therapy, offering a higher level of support that allows patients to address their mental health concerns in a therapeutic environment while still returning home each day. PHP serves as a vital step in the recovery journey, empowering individuals to develop coping strategies, build resilience, and establish a solid foundation for long-term mental wellness.

Clarity Clinic's Chicago Loop Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) offers a short term treatment approach with sessions lasting three hours per day from 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm, three to five days per week depending on the participant's assessed needs. Patients can prioritize their mental health while still managing work, school, and daily responsibilities at home.
In addition to the structured 9-15 hours a week of group work that this program requires, IOP will also require participants to set aside additional time for individual therapy, treatment planning sessions, family/support persons therapy as recommended, and psychiatric monitoring.
On your first day, you'll meet your treatment team and become familiar with the program and its objectives. You'll join the group setting and receive detailed information about the program, including the weekly schedule and the groups you'll be participating in. Please note, grab-and-go meals will be available daily for you to enjoy during your group sessions.
Our Loop Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) offers numerous advantages for individuals seeking mental health support. With IOP, patients can uphold their daily routines, including work, school, and family commitments, while receiving comprehensive therapeutic care. The structured sessions of IOP create a supportive environment for addressing mental health challenges, incorporating individual therapy, group therapy, and skill-building activities.
This program equips individuals with coping strategies, enhances their support network through group interaction, and fosters a sense of community. Moreover, IOP serves as a pivotal step in the recovery journey, providing a transition between more intensive treatment settings and independent living while offering ongoing support and strategies for preventing relapse.

At Clarity Clinic, we understand that each individual's journey and mental health objectives are unique. Our dedicated team is committed to assisting you in selecting the treatment program that aligns best with your specific needs.
Upon expressing interest in our Chicago Loop PHP/IOP services, our intake coordinators will conduct a thorough evaluation lasting between 60 to 90 minutes. Following this assessment, you will receive a comprehensive evaluation report detailing expert recommendations on the most suitable treatment approach for you.
As treatment progresses, programs can be modified from PHP to IOP or vice versa to ensure the best fit for your evolving needs.

Clarity Clinic Chicago Loop stands out as an ideal destination for completing PHP and IOP programs for several reasons:

The difference between a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and an Intensive Outpatient Program (PHP) is that PHP provides a more intensive treatment and level of care than an IOP, typically requiring individuals to take a break from work or school. In contrast, IOP is less intensive, allowing individuals to maintain their daily routines while attending group sessions for a few hours several times per week.
With a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), participants attend group treatment sessions for four hours a day, five days a week, allowing participants to return home or to a supportive environment outside of treatment hours. In addition to the 20-hours a week of group work that this program requires, PHP will also require participants to set aside additional time for individual therapy, treatment planning sessions, family/support persons therapy as recommended, and psychiatric monitoring.
Clarity Clinic's Intensive Outpatient Program (PHP) involves participants attending group treatment sessions for three hours a day, three to five days a week depending on the participant's assessed needs. This allows participants to return home or to a supportive environment outside of treatment hours. In addition to the structured 9-15 hours a week of group work that this program requires, IOP will also require participants to set aside additional time for individual therapy and optional medication management.
Both PHP and IOP programs aim to stabilize individuals in need of additional mental health support by providing comprehensive psychiatric and therapeutic care, teaching coping skills and recurrence management strategies, and supporting individuals in their wellness journey. These programs offer an alternative to inpatient hospitalization and serve as either a step-up for individuals who require additional support but do not necessitate the intensity of an acute care setting, or as a step-down from an acute care setting, allowing individuals to receive the support they need while maintaining connections to their communities and support networks.
Learn more about our PHP & IOP program curriculum.
At Clarity Clinic, our Chicago Loop PHP/IOP programs are dedicated to providing comprehensive care for individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, or emotional dysregulation. Through our specialized programs and the use of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), we prioritize evidence-based treatments and therapeutic modalities tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual.
Dedicated to providing a supportive and nurturing environment, our team of experienced clinicians and mental health professionals is committed to assisting patients in exploring underlying issues, acquiring coping skills, and developing effective strategies to manage symptoms. With an emphasis on holistic healing and tailored care plans, our Chicago Loop PHP/IOP programs aim to empower individuals on their path toward mental wellness and recovery.
At Clarity Clinic, we understand that each individual's journey and mental health objectives are unique. Our dedicated team is committed to assisting you in selecting the treatment program that aligns best with your specific needs.
Upon expressing interest in our Chicago Loop PHP/IOP services, our intake coordinators will conduct a thorough evaluation lasting between 60 to 90 minutes. Following this assessment, you will receive a comprehensive evaluation report detailing expert recommendations on the most suitable treatment approach for you.
As treatment progresses, programs can be modified from PHP to IOP or vice versa to ensure the best fit for your evolving needs.
Our Clarity Clinic Chicago Loop location stands out as an ideal destination for completing PHP and IOP programs for several reasons:
If someone is engaged in PHP treatment at Clarity Clinic's Chicago Loop location, they will attend group treatment sessions for four hours a day from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. This allows participants to return home or to a supportive environment outside of treatment hours. In addition to the 20-hours a week of group work that this program requires, PHP will also require participants to set aside additional time for individual therapy, treatment planning sessions, psychiatric monitoring, and psychoeducation. PHP offers a higher level of support and structure than IOP.
Our Clarity Clinic Chicago Loop IOP program runs from 4:30pm - 7:30pm, three to five days per week depending on the participant's assessed needs. These hours are ideal for clients that have school, work, or family duties to attend to. In addition to the structured 9-15 hours a week of group work that this program requires, IOP will also require participants to set aside additional time for individual therapy, optional medication management, and psychoeducation.
If a client requires more support than what's provided in the maximum level of care available for IOP, they may transition to a PHP program. Unlike PHP, clients in IOP may continue working with their outpatient therapist during treatment.
The duration of your PHP/IOP treatment at Clarity Clinic Chicago Loop will vary based on your unique recovery progress, as individual needs differ for each person.
Yes! Clarity Clinic offers a Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (Virtual IOP). Our virtual IOP for mental health allows us to deliver high quality treatment to those who are unable to attend an IOP program in person or who prefer to receive IOP services at home. Our online IOP runs for three hours per day (4:30pm - 7:30pm), five days per week, with a minimum attendance requirement of three days per week based on the patient's assessed needs.
Learn more: Clarity Clinic Virtual IOP
In terms of our Partial Hospitalization Program (PPHP), right now this is only onsite. There are, however, a few exceptions to this:
In the future, we plan to offer virtual PHP programming too.
Our PHP/IOP programs are currently being offered to adults 18 years and over at our Clarity Clinic Chicago Loop location at 333 N Michigan Ave, Suite 1400.
Our Clarity Clinic Loop office is conveniently located close to the “L”, multiple CTA stops, and the Metra.
Our Clarity Clinic Chicago Loop PHP/IOP programs offer several benefits for individuals seeking mental health treatment including:
One of the invaluable benefits of participating in a PHP/IOP program at our Chicago Loop Clarity Clinic location is the opportunity to engage in a group setting with individuals facing similar challenges. Moreover, being among peers who comprehend the challenges firsthand offers a feeling of unity and reassurance, recognizing that one is not solitary in their quest for wellness. These shared experiences cultivate a nurturing atmosphere where individuals can freely articulate themselves, extend mutual encouragement, and glean insights from various viewpoints. This group synergy fosters connectivity, empathy, and a feeling of inclusion, all pivotal components in the healing journey.
In essence, our Chicago Loop PHP/IOP programs empower individuals to proactively participate in their recovery expedition, providing them with coping mechanisms, supportive communities, and tactics to adeptly handle mental health hurdles.
Our Clarity Clinic Chicago Loop location understands the importance of flexibility when it comes to accessing mental health care. As we work towards our participation with your health insurance plans, we are accepting both self-pay and out-of-network patients for our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Our patients will have the freedom to choose our programs even if we're not directly contracted with their insurance providers yet.
While out-of-network benefits may vary, they often offer individuals the opportunity to receive comprehensive mental health treatment without being restricted by network limitations. Our team is dedicated to assisting patients in navigating their insurance coverage and maximizing their benefits to ensure they receive the care they need to thrive. It is important to understand your benefits prior to starting your treatment.
Clarity Clinic Chicago Loop also accepts self-pay for both our PHP/IOP programs. We understand that individuals may choose to pay for their treatment directly, and we accommodate self-pay options for those who prefer this method. Our goal is to ensure accessibility to our programs for individuals seeking comprehensive mental health support.
When someone completes PHP treatment at our Clarity Clinic Chicago Loop location, they will likely step down to IOP and when someone completes IOP treatment, they will likely step down to outpatient therapy.
At Clarity Clinic, our dedication to holistic care goes beyond PHP/IOP interventions. Following the conclusion of PHP/IOP, we seamlessly guide our clients into continued support by linking them with a Clarity Clinic prescriber for ongoing medication management. Moreover, clients retain the option to engage with a personal therapist concurrently if preferred. A key advantage of Clarity Clinic’s PHP/IOP programs is our emphasis on care coordination, guaranteeing that our clients receive comprehensive support customized to their specific requirements.
For those grappling with depression, our Chicago Loop location offers Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy as an adjunct treatment option, providing comprehensive care under one roof. At Clarity Clinic, we prioritize your mental health journey by offering integrated services to support your ongoing wellness and recovery.
Not an existing Clarity Clinic patient? No problem! Our Clarity Clinic patient care team will collaborate with your existing outpatient team to provide a seamless transition back to your preferred provider upon your discharge from our PHP/IOP Chicago Loop program.
Don't have an existing outpatient team? We'll make sure you are connected with one prior to your discharge.

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