If you’re searching for a partial hospitalization program in Nashville right now, you’re probably not looking for a long article. You’re trying to figure out who’s open, who you can actually reach, what insurance is accepted, and how soon you can start. So here’s what you need, up front.
Call our Nashville team at 877-641-1155. Our care coordinator answers Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and most callers reach a real person on the first try. We can walk you through admissions, run a benefits check, and schedule your initial assessment. We like to move quickly, and often can enroll you in PHP within 72 hours, depending on insurance authorization.
Where to find us in Nashville
Athena Care IOP and PHP
220 Athens Way, Suite 104 Nashville, TN 37228
We’re at the Suite 104 entrance of the Athens Way office complex, just off I-65 and a short drive from Downtown, MetroCenter, and West Nashville neighborhoods. On-site parking is available at no cost.
Program schedule and structure
Our Nashville location offers adult PHP and IOP programming.
- Hours of operation: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Adult IOP: IOP is 3 to 5 days per week, depending on clinical need. There are two adult IOP groups in Nashville right now: on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 2:00–5:00 PM or Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 5:30-8:30 PM.
- PHP schedule: PHP is 5 to 6 hours per day. Schedules are all unique and built with the patients, therapists and psychiatrists.
Programming at both PHP and IOP levels includes group therapy, specialized breakout groups, experiential groups, individual psychotherapy, medication management with our psychiatry team, and coordinated care with any outside providers you’re already working with. You can learn more about PHP and IOP here. You can also take this self-assessment quiz to help determine what level of care would be best for you.
Insurance accepted
Athena Care is in-network with most major commercial insurance providers.
Coverage for PHP and IOP typically requires pre-authorization based on medical necessity. We handle that documentation as part of intake, so you won’t be navigating the insurance paperwork on your own during what’s likely an already stressful time.
The admissions process, step by step
We’ve tried to keep this as straightforward as possible:
Step 1: Call. Reach our care coordinator at 877-641-1155. They’ll spend roughly 15 minutes asking what’s going on, what level of care you’re considering, and what insurance you have. If PHP isn’t actually the right starting level, they’ll tell you and point you to what is.
Step 2: Insurance verification. Our team runs your benefits, typically within the same business day, to confirm coverage and start any required pre-authorization.
Step 3: Clinical assessment. A licensed clinician conducts a comprehensive assessment, typically within 72 hours depending on urgency and scheduling. This confirms the right level of care (PHP vs IOP), identifies treatment priorities, and lays the groundwork for your individualized plan.
Step 4: First day of programming. Most patients can begin within 72 hours of the initial call, sometimes sooner for urgent situations. We’ll send you a what-to-bring list and answer any questions before you arrive.
What to expect on your first day
Plan for a slightly longer day, you’ll meet the team, complete a few intake forms, get a tour of the Suite 104 space, and start participating in your first group sessions.
Wear comfortable clothes. Bring a refillable water bottle, any medications you’ll need to take during the day, and your insurance card if it wasn’t already provided during intake.
Virtual options
Athena Care’s PHP can be entirely or partially virtual, as needed.
PHP Options Outside of Nashville
Athena Care also offers PHP in all of our locations and virtually. In addition to Nashville, these locations include Clarksville, Knoxville, Franklin, Murfreesboro, Hendersonville, and Memphis. You can learn more about our locations here.
A practical note: PHP days are long, often 5 to 6 hours of programming. If you’re commuting a significant distance daily, it’s worth thinking through whether driving each way is sustainable for the full course (typically 2 to 4 weeks), or whether you want to do some or all of the PHP virtually.
Other PHP options in Nashville
We believe in helping you make the right choice, even if that means a different program. Other Nashville-area PHP providers include:
- Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital (Full Circle PHP, adult, with virtual and on-site options)
- TriStar Parthenon Pavilion (HCA-affiliated, hospital-based PHP)
- Vanderbilt Behavioral Health (academic medical center programming)
- Rogers Behavioral Health, Nashville (national specialty PHP/IOP, focuses including OCD, anxiety, mood, eating disorders, addiction, trauma)
Each program has different strengths, populations served, and admissions processes. If we’re not the right fit for you, our care coordinator will help you figure out who is.
Frequently asked questions
How quickly can I start PHP at Athena Care Nashville? Most patients can begin within 72 hours of their first call, depending on insurance authorization and clinical scheduling. Urgent situations are often expedited.
Do you accept my insurance? We’re in-network with most major commercial insurance providers. Call 877-641-1155 and our care coordinator can verify your benefits, usually within the same business day.
What’s the difference between PHP and IOP at your Nashville location? PHP involves more hours per day and more days per week (typically 5 to 6 hours, 5 days per week) with closer clinical monitoring. IOP at our location runs 3 hours per day, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, with adult sessions at 2:00–5:00 PM or Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 5:30-8:30 PM.
Do you treat both adults and adolescents? Only for IOP. Our Nashville location offers IOP programming for both populations, with separate groupings and schedules. For PHP options, we only offer adult programs in Nashville.
Can I do PHP virtually?
Yes. You can do all or partial virtual PHP at all of our locations in Tennessee. In addition to Nashville, these locations include Clarksville, Knoxville, Franklin, Murfreesboro, Hendersonville, and Memphis. You can learn more about our locations here.
Where do I park? On-site parking is available at the 220 Athens Way office complex.
What if PHP isn’t the right level of care for me? Our care coordinator will help you figure that out during the initial call. We can step you into IOP, recommend outpatient therapy, or, if a higher level of care is needed, help connect you to an appropriate provider. You can also take this self-assessment quiz to give you a better sense of the level of care that you need.
Reach us today
If you’re ready to start the process, the next step is a 15-minute call. We don’t pressure you to commit to anything on that call, the goal is to get you to the right level of care, with the right provider, as quickly as possible.
You can contact us by filling out this short form or call/text us at +1 877-641-1155 or email [email protected]. For more on our PHP and IOP services across Tennessee, see our partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient page.
If you’re in immediate crisis, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 by calling or texting 988.
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Juan Trevino, LCSW, IOP/PHP Director at Athena Care
Therapist
Juan Trevino is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a seasoned leader in therapeutic interventions and clinical program management.
Meg Stein, CFP
Editor
Meg is a certified mindfulness instructor and works at Alive and Aware Practice in Durham, NC. She has over ten years of experience as a content creator and marketing consultant, working in mental healthcare and social justice.