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Most families don't call us because they found something. They call because a hundred small things stopped adding up — the missed shifts, the money, the new friends, the locked door.
Here is what our clinical team looks for, and what to do once you see it. We admit to PHP, IOP and virtual IOP from our Phoenixville, Center City Philadelphia and Avondale offices.
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Clinically reviewed by Andrea Kiotis, MA, LPC, CAADC — Clinical Director.
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One sign on its own means very little. A pattern across several categories over weeks is what matters — and it is enough reason to make a call.
The instant check reviews pending admissions, therapist caseloads and open group spots across Phoenixville, Center City Philadelphia, Avondale and virtual IOP.
Clinicians diagnose substance use disorder using 11 criteria — losing control over amount, failing to cut back, cravings, tolerance, withdrawal, and continuing despite harm to health, work and relationships.[1] Two or three criteria is mild, four or five is moderate, six or more is severe.
You don't need to make that call yourself. Our free evaluation does it in one appointment, and we explain the recommendation in plain language. Our signs and symptoms article walks through all 11 criteria.
Choose the right schedule
Start with the support you need now, then step down as recovery becomes more stable.
About 6 hours a day · 5 days a week
Our most structured outpatient level of care, with a full clinical day at our Phoenixville, Philadelphia or Avondale office while you continue living at home.
Explore our PHP program →9–15 hours a week · Day or evening
A flexible in-person schedule for people who need substantial addiction treatment while balancing work, school, family or a step down from PHP.
Explore our IOP program →Secure online care · Statewide access
Clinically appropriate Pennsylvania residents can join structured groups and therapy from home without traveling to one of our three offices.
Explore our statewide virtual IOP →2215 Kimberton Road, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Serving Phoenixville, Kimberton, Royersford, Collegeville, Spring City, Pottstown, King of Prussia, Norristown, Malvern, Exton, Downingtown and West Chester.
Learn about our Phoenixville office →1026 Winter Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Serving Center City, Chinatown, Washington Square West, Rittenhouse, South Philadelphia, Fishtown, Northern Liberties, University City and the Main Line.
Learn about our Philadelphia office →1284 Gap Newport Pike, Avondale, PA 19311
Serving Avondale, Kennett Square, West Grove, Oxford, Landenberg, Coatesville and the Route 41 corridor of southern Chester County.
Learn about our Avondale office →Virtual IOP is available to residents anywhere in Pennsylvania. Call (610) 233-4342 to ask which option fits your schedule.
Insurance accepted
Don't see your plan? Call (610) 233-4342 — we'll check your benefits.
Need detox or inpatient first?
If you need medical detox or a residential stay before outpatient care, call us — we'll help coordinate placement with trusted partners and plan your step-down into our PHP or IOP when you're ready.
Usually behavioral rather than physical — secrecy, a new social circle, missed obligations and money that doesn't add up, often weeks before anything is visible physically.
Pupil size, sleep pattern and paraphernalia are the best clues, but guessing is not necessary. A clinical evaluation identifies what's being used and how much treatment is needed.
That's common. Keep the door open, stay specific about behavior you've seen, and call us — we coach families through the next conversation at (610) 233-4342.
Often not. Many families succeed with one honest conversation and a scheduled evaluation. If you do want formal help, see our article on choosing an interventionist.
What each class does, the street names, and why mixing them is what kills.
Read article →What isolation did to recovery in PA — and why virtual IOP is here to stay.
Read article →The 11 criteria in plain language, plus what families notice first.
Read article →Crisis lines, county resources and same-day treatment options around Phoenixville.
Read article →This article is educational and is not medical advice. If someone is in danger, call 911.
One confidential call. We'll listen, check benefits, recommend a level of care and tell you what's open this week.