Our women-only partial hospitalization program (PHP) in Marin County treats substance use disorders alongside co-occurring mental health conditions. Honeycomb Wellness Center day treatment provides clients with intensive clinical care, helping them achieve long-term recovery.
Our partial hospitalization program (PHP) in Marin County gives women 18 and older intensive therapy support for substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders without requiring overnight stays. Sessions run five days a week, with most women participating for ~30 days based on individual progress, though some continue up to three months. A small client-to-staff ratio supports this structured day treatment as a vital step-down from inpatient treatment.
Through an evidence-based treatment approach, clients participate in daily group therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and medication management support targeting recovery and relapse prevention. Family involvement, mindfulness, and dedicated support groups round out this clinical foundation. Together, these elements give women the tools for lasting stability and long-term recovery.
As a trusted provider of substance abuse treatment in Marin County, we know no two recovery journeys look the same. Our approach adapts to fit each woman rather than the other way around. From clinical care to holistic practices, every part of our gender-specific treatment works together to help women build genuine self-awareness and a life beyond addiction, not just abstinence.
We believe healing involves the whole person, not just the symptoms of substance use disorders. Our treatment model addresses the biological, psychological, social, and spiritual aspects of recovery. Evidence-based care, mindfulness practices, experiential therapies, and wellness-focused programming all work together to support this approach.
From PHP and IOP to outpatient treatment, each level of care is designed to build on the last. Progress made in one stage carries directly into the next. As women approach the end of treatment, planning shifts toward securing outside resources, relapse prevention, and transitional support. We help coordinate continued care and outside resources to support long-term recovery.
Women leave with a deeper sense of self-worth and the practical life skills needed to manage daily responsibilities, return to school, or re-enter the workforce with confidence. Our goal extends past sobriety alone, helping each woman reintegrate into her family, career, education, and community as someone she recognizes and respects.
Substance use disorders are often shaped by trauma, relationships, or societal pressures that are rarely addressed in mixed-gender settings. Treating women separately creates space for these experiences to surface without the added dynamic of gender-based judgment or distraction. Our programs create space to heal alongside women who share similar experiences, with group and individual therapy grounded in safety, trust, and mutual support.
Recognizing that many women enter recovery carrying unresolved trauma, every treatment is planned around her unique history, needs, and goals. Our clinical team combines trauma-informed modalities like EMDR with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and individual counseling. The center offers a haven to heal without judgment or re-traumatization.
Loved ones are welcomed into the recovery process through family education and, when appropriate, family therapy sessions that build understanding and repair strained relationships. Women build lasting connections through peer support, 12-Step communities like Alcoholics Anonymous, and an active alumni network that keeps them engaged after they complete treatment.
PHP provides structured, full-day treatment for substance use disorders and mental health issues without an overnight stay. Clients attend a day treatment program five days a week, receiving intensive therapy that includes medication management support, coping strategies, and group therapy. On the continuum of care, PHP sits between inpatient treatment and an intensive outpatient program (IOP), offering more support than standard outpatient treatment while allowing clients to return home each evening.
Our PHP provides a structured, supportive weekday environment designed to help women stabilize, heal, and build practical recovery skills. Running Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (with check-in at 8:45 AM to settle in and set daily intentions), our day treatment integrates clinical therapy, holistic wellness, and community connection — with transportation provided to ease daily travel.
Traumatic episodes are often deeply intertwined with substance abuse and addiction, requiring a gentle, highly specialized therapeutic environment. Our clinicians apply trauma-informed modalities to help clients process past painful experiences safely while building healthy emotional regulation skills.
A women-only setting removes the social and performative pressures often present in mixed-gender groups. We focus specifically on female biology, cultural expectations, and relational trauma — empowering women to dismantle shame and guilt, and rebuild self-trust in a shared, supportive space.
Our multidisciplinary team of licensed therapists, clinicians, and support staff provides high-touch individual and group care. To deepen authentic connection, our staff is proudly composed of women in recovery and active community leaders who bring both professional expertise and lived empathy to every step of treatment.
Lasting recovery addresses the whole woman rather than isolating individual symptoms into separate categories. We combine biological care (including nutrition), psychological therapies (CBT and DBT), social connection (family therapy and peer groups), and spiritual wellness (mindfulness and somatic practices) to build lasting internal balance.
Each session operates in small, facilitated groups that blend psychoeducation, open processing, and hands-on skill rehearsal. Led by experienced clinicians, these daily blocks give women immediate opportunities to learn a core strategy, practice it alongside peers, and receive real-time feedback before applying it at home.
Clients master practical recovery tools, including emotion regulation, stress management, urge surfing, communication, and relapse prevention planning. By practicing these coping strategies in real-time workshops, women build the confidence needed to navigate daily triggers safely outside of treatment.
We strive to restore self-worth and guide family reintegration by engaging and educating loved ones on setting boundaries and managing expectations. Clients can access weekly guided family participation when appropriate or requested, complemented by ongoing monthly support options for long-term family healing.
Therapeutic process groups create a safe, judgment-free space where women share challenges, process trauma, and receive feedback from peers on the same journey. Processing shared lived experiences helps break the isolation of addiction, deepening vulnerability, self-awareness, and mutual accountability.
Strict emotional and physical safety boundaries form the foundation of our high-accountability therapeutic environment. Women build deep, lasting bonds with peers in treatment while establishing ongoing connections with our alumni network for sustained, real-world support.
Holding full state licensing and national clinical accreditations, our program is certified to deliver top-tier, evidence-based care. These credentials allow us to integrate proven psychotherapies, behavioral strategies, and holistic mind-body practices into a unified treatment plan. Our team’s core value lies in treating the psychological roots of substance abuse, addiction, and its physical toll.
CBT and DBT form the core of our clinical care, helping clients identify negative thought patterns and manage intense emotions. These structured therapies give women reliable, scientifically validated tools to reshape behaviors and build long-term stability.
Somatic practices, expressive arts, yoga, meditation, and weekly acupuncture restore the connection between mind and body while easing physical stress. We apply experiential modalities that allow clients to release stored trauma, regulate their nervous systems, and process emotions outside traditional talk therapy.
Instead of forcing compliance, we use motivational interviewing to help women clarify their personal reasons for getting sober. Combined with detailed relapse-prevention mapping, clients learn to anticipate high-risk triggers and build real-world emergency plans for lasting sobriety.
Addressing addiction without treating underlying depression, anxiety, or trauma almost guarantees burnout and relapse. We provide dual-diagnosis care that treats mental health disorders and substance use together under one cohesive therapeutic plan.
Our therapeutic approach for opioid and alcohol use disorders focuses on rewiring the behavioral patterns and emotional triggers unique to each substance. Clients recovering from opioids learn specialized distress tolerance techniques and somatic practices to manage physical cravings and nervous system dysregulation. For alcohol recovery, therapy emphasizes boundary setting, managing social pressure, and replacing alcohol as an emotional coping mechanism. Through structured group processing and individual skill-building, women learn to navigate real-world stressors with confidence and resilience.
Medical stability is essential for meaningful psychological work. While our team doesn’t initiate or dispense prescriptions, we provide dedicated oversight to ensure clients follow their established psychiatric and medical regimens safely. We maintain close communication with outside prescribing physicians to monitor progress, track side effects, and adjust care plans as needed. Consistent medical coordination secures our clients’ physical and psychological health.
Taking the next step with Honeycomb Wellness Center connects you to a specialized, women-centered community designed to heal relational trauma, shame, and gender-specific barriers to recovery. Here, high-accountability clinical care meets authentic sisterhood, creating a sanctuary where vulnerability is met with strength rather than judgment. As you navigate the transition back to independent living, you are anchored by both professional clinical oversight and an enduring peer network that continues long after treatment ends. It is a dedicated space to reclaim your voice, your health, and your future.
Day treatment in PHP typically runs 5 to 6 hours daily, operating Monday through Friday for a total of 25 to 30 structured clinical hours per week. Clients engage in intensive therapy sessions throughout the day and return home each evening to practice and reflect. This consistent daytime schedule delivers high-level care while preserving essential personal independence.
This level of care suits women who require structured daily medical and therapeutic oversight but do not need 24-hour residential supervision. It serves as an effective bridge for women transitioning down from inpatient care or moving up from standard outpatient therapy. Ideal candidates are medically stable and ready to practice recovery skills in their daily lives.
Out-of-pocket expenses vary significantly depending on treatment length, specialized services, and clinical needs. Most behavioral health centers work directly with major commercial plans to maximize insurance coverage and minimize personal financial burden. Contact our admissions team to verify benefits and outline clear payment options before treatment begins.
Transitioning directly from inpatient care to everyday life without structured support significantly increases the risk of early relapse. Entering a day program bridges this critical gap by providing steady clinical guidance as you readjust to real-world triggers. This intermediate step reinforces healthy habits, accountability, and coping mechanisms in a safe environment.
Clients participate in a balanced daily schedule featuring evidence-based individual therapy, specialized group sessions, and restorative mind-body practices. Clinical teams provide continuous psychiatric monitoring, medication adherence support, and targeted skill-building workshops individualized to your recovery goals.
PHP programs provide a more intensive level of care, offering full-day therapeutic programming five days a week for maximum clinical support. IOP requires fewer weekly hours — typically three hours a day, three to four days a week — allowing greater flexibility for work or family commitments. Choosing between them depends on the daily structure and clinical oversight you need.
Yes. Our continuum of care includes structured intensive outpatient programming to support women as they step down from full-day treatment. This flexible step allows clients to maintain strong therapeutic support and peer accountability while transitioning back into employment, school, or daily responsibilities. Continuing care with the same clinical team ensures a seamless journey toward long-term independence.
