I've been through the whole system- OP/IOP/PHP/RTC/IP multiple times.

I can say it is incredibly helpful and has saved my life. I've got a fair list of recommendations feel free to PM me.

I can also say it's easy to get stuck in the "revolving door" once entering anytime of residential or inpatient treatment. Not guaranteed but certainly easy to start seeking comfort in the space and safety of a residential environment. This is NOT to say that RTC/IP is detrimental, it's seriously what saved my life and was the catalyst in my recovery, but it does have it's down sides (though just similar to only staying OP and stuck in your ED...)

<3 Hugs <3