Dual Diagnosis Program at HRI Hospital: Why Choose Us?
The dual diagnosis partial hospitalization program (PHP) at HRI Hospital helps adults 18 and older recover from co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. You attend group therapy sessions during the day and return home at night and on weekends.
Our dual diagnosis program meets Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3:20 p.m. You have the option to attend in person or virtually. We provide breakfast and lunch if you attend in person. The program is usually two weeks.
If you are dealing with a mental health issue, such as severe depression, along with a substance use disorder, we can help. Our staff is specially trained to help you recover from these issues. We provide a structured, supportive environment so you can focus on healing.
At HRI Hospital, you’ll find:
- High-quality care: Our commitment to high-quality mental health care has earned our facility Joint Commission accreditation.
- Skilled care providers: You work with master’s-level therapists, a nurse practitioner and a case manager, who can connect you with community resources and aftercare. They coordinate your care and tailor treatment to your needs.
- Evidence-based treatment: We use evidence-based treatment methods to give you the coping skills you need to recover. These include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
- Structured environment: You attend group therapy sessions throughout the day. Each group has a different topic, such as emotion regulation and relapse prevention.
- Convenient location: Our dual diagnosis treatment program is conveniently located near the subway and multiple bus stops. We also offer ample parking if you choose to drive.
- Virtual programming: You may attend our dual diagnosis program in person or online.
Addiction Disorders We Treat
The addiction specialists on our staff can help you recover from:
- Alcohol
- Drugs (such as cocaine, marijuana, methamphetamines and opioids)
- Gambling
- Gaming
Mental and Behavioral Health Disorders We Treat
We are skilled in treating mental health issues, including:
- Addiction
- Anxiety
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Personality disorders
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Schizophrenia
- Self-harming behaviors
- Suicidal ideation
Dual Diagnosis Treatments We Provide
We use current, evidence-based treatments to help you get better. Your treatment may include:
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT): You gain skills to help you change negative thought patterns and behaviors.
- Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT): This therapy teaches you how to deal with difficult emotions and improve your relationships.
- Relapse prevention therapy: You learn how to handle people or situations that could cause a relapse.
- The Stages of Change Model: This approach is a useful way of understanding the process of change and how to adjust addictive behaviors.
Transportation and Parking
- Parking can be difficult in the area so please utilize public transportation if possible. MBTA passes can be made available if it is deemed a financial hardship for you to attend the program. Please inform a staff member if this would be helpful for you.
- If you intend to drive, be advised the parking lot adjacent to the hospital is for staff use only. Two-hour street level parking is available in the city of Brookline after 10:00 a.m. Three-hour metered parking spots are available on Commonwealth Ave. and other surrounding streets. There are 15-minute breaks in between groups during which cars can be moved or meters can be refilled. A parking garage connected through Boston University Lot B: Langsam Garage is located at 278 Babcock St. is available by cash or permit (about $12 a day).
- Some insurance companies cover transportation to and from treatment facilities, which can take three to four days to initiate. Please inform a staff member if you would like to be assessed for this service.
- Transportation options may be available – please contact us to learn more.
Get Help Now
Call 617-390-1320 to schedule a confidential assessment. You can also schedule an appointment online. We are available 24/7 to help you get the assistance you need.
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, call 988 or seek the nearest emergency room.