Bobby Buonauro Clinic
Bobby Buonauro Clinic, located in Evanston, IL, specializes in opioid dependence treatment. Established in 2002, the clinic offers comprehensive methadone maintenance and detoxification programs. Its unique approach combines medication-assisted treatment with counseling services, addressing the diverse needs of individuals struggling with opiate addiction in the Chicago area.
The mission of Bobby Buonauro Clinic is to serve those affected by opiate dependence in a respectful, collaborative environment. Accredited by CARF International since 2010, the clinic is committed to maintaining high standards of care and protecting the self-respect and self-esteem of every participant.
- Comprehensive opioid addiction treatment, including methadone maintenance therapy
- Convenient operating hours: Monday through Friday from 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and Saturdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
- Medication-assisted treatment options such as methadone and Suboxone (buprenorphine)
- Counseling services and ongoing support to address complex recovery needs
Treatment at Bobby Buonauro Clinic primarily benefits individuals struggling with opioid addiction. The clinic serves adults who seek comprehensive, respectful care tailored to their unique recovery journey.
- 3+ Accreditations
- SAMHSA Listed
- 3 Conditions Treated
- LGBTQ+ Allied
- Insurance Accepted
- 5 Levels of Care
- Speaks English, Spanish
- 22 Therapies & Programs
Accreditations
State License
SAMHSA
CARF
The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.
Staff
- Mary WenzelMedical DirectorStaff Physician and Medical Director at Bobby Buonauro Clinic in Chicago
- Elizabeth BuonauroExecutive DirectorExecutive Director at The Bobby Buonauro Clinic in Greater Chicago Area
Conditions and Issues Treated
Substance Abuse + Addiction Treatment
The inappropriate use of any drug in Evanston, IL is substance abuse. This involves alcohol, medications, and illicit drugs. With a combination of physical and psychiatric therapies, drug addiction is successfully treated at Bobby Buonauro Clinic. After Detox is complete, individuals follow-up with treatments treating the root cause of the addiction.
Opioid + Opiate Addiction Treatment at Bobby Buonauro Clinic
Opioid Addiction Treatment supports people recovering from addiction to prescription drugs as well as illegal opioids. This is a hospital-based or residential treatment. Depending upon one’s age, detox without the appropriate medication may be unpleasant or even dangerous–some get body aches, fever, chills, while others may even have seizures.
Opioid treatment involves medically assisted detox, physical and mental support. Most rehabilitations use an array of treatments to ensure overall wellbeing, such as Medication-assisted therapy (MAT) in which one gets behavioral therapy, medicines, and counseling. A client-centered approach can reduce one’s chances of relapse. Therapists at work with the client to figure out environmental and behavioral triggers, giving them the power to change the patterns.
Levels of Care
This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Detox, Drug Rehab, Intervention, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.
Detoxification is a reduction in the effects of drugs and alcohol. It can be beneficial for people who have a history of withdrawal, who are at risk for dangerous health concerns, or who are unable to function well in their day-to-day lives due to addiction.
Detoxification is beneficial for:
- People who are unable to overcome addiction without the help of professional care.
- People who are at risk for dangerous health conditions due to withdrawal.
- People who are at risk for overdose or serious health concerns after a relapse.
If you believe that addiction treatment is right for you or a loved one, you can contact your primary care physician, or search for addiction treatment centers in your area. Treatment is beneficial to people who are motivated towards recovery, and who understand the benefits of professional care.
Outpatient rehabilitation is a treatment that exists if a patient is not checking into Bobby Buonauro Clinic long term. In addition to helping them recover, the patient attends regular therapy sessions and detox and participates in other therapies. However, this is all primarily done from home. As a follow-up to inpatient treatment, outpatient treatment is usually recommended.
After rehabilitation, it helps people return to their everyday lives. It may also be an alternative to inpatient care in some situations. If they cannot leave their jobs, children, or don’t have the money for inpatient care, people can choose this method. Inpatient therapy, however, is the best method and most suggested level of treatment offered by Bobby Buonauro Clinic in recovering from addiction.
Intervention services are designed to help loved ones of an individual suffering from alcohol or drug addiction. They aim to help the individual realize that their behavior is causing damage, and external help is crucial to handle their problem efficiently.
Treatment for substance abuse does not cease after an individual successfully completes a detox or rehabilitation program. A vital follow-up treatment service is aftercare support provided to individuals at Bobby Buonauro Clinic in Illinois after they attain initial sobriety.
Aftercare support often takes the following forms: 12-Step Programs, Outpatient Treatment Programs, and Support Groups. The most effective aftercare programs are tailored to meet an individual’s specific needs and circumstances.
Therapies & Programs
Individual therapy involves one on one sessions between the patient and the therapist at Bobby Buonauro Clinic. Individual therapy provides patients with a safe environment where they can openly discuss their problems with the therapist. The patients find the therapist as a person who they can trust. It helps them to open up and discuss personal and sensitive issues, which they may not be comfortable discussing in a group setting.
Individual therapy aims to identify the core issues that would have led the patient to substance abuse and address the root cause effectively. The therapist can develop patient-specific customized solutions through individual therapy, which aids speedier recovery.
Addiction and alcoholism always harm an addict’s relationships with others and none more than relationships with a spouse or partner. Couples therapy is an essential part of restoring trust and good communication to intimate relationships harmed by addiction. Couples therapy by Bobby Buonauro Clinic helps repair the damage done to these important relationships.
Recovery can be more effective if the entire family’s involved. Family therapy hosted by Bobby Buonauro Clinic brings in the addict’s family to explore genetic factors. It gives loved ones the tools for dealing with addiction and its underlying mental issues. It is a recommended step in helping addicts adapt to sober living.
Trauma is one of the most common causes of psychological disorders. It’s often found in people with addiction diagnoses. Trauma therapy addresses this by examining the emotions and thoughts people have formed due to past traumas. Traumas are complex but trauma therapy can reduce their ability to contribute to addictive behaviors.
A 12-Step Program is a common method that is used to treat addiction. This format is used for both drug and alcohol treatment. It is extremely popular and successful for large numbers of people and the staff at Bobby Buonauro Clinic are trained to assist in 12-step management.
Contingency Management (CM), also known as motivational incentives or prize method, is a behavioral therapy type. It is based on the principle that their consequences influence the behaviors of an individual. So, it promotes the desired behavior by giving rewards while discouraging the unwanted behaviors by withholding the rewards or even by giving punishments. One of the expected desired behavior is the absence of drug in a toxicology screen, and the rewards vary from prize or vouchers, to experiences. CM is used for individuals who need therapy for more than 3 months, and it has the advantage of being implemented by family members.
Payment Options
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Location & Contact
1029 West Howard Street Suites 301 and 303
Evanston, IL 60202
Phone Number
(847) 869-1808
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Location
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1029 West Howard Street Suites 301 and 303 Ste 303
Evanston, IL 60202 -
(847) 869-1808
Accepts
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GenderFemale, Male
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AgeAdults (20+), Seniors (65+), Teenagers
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ModalityCouples, Family, Group, Individuals
Ownership
Listed May 26, 2020
Updated July 25, 2024
Evanston, Illinois Addiction and Treatment
In 2016, more than 2,350 Illinoisans died from drug overdoses. More than 5,500 deaths annually occur in Illinois due to the abuse of alcohol and other drugs. 7.17% of Illinois residents reported using illicit drugs in the past month (2018). Substance abuse costs the state approximately $3.5 billion every year.
Evanston, a diverse lakefront city near Chicago, offers parks, beaches, and vibrant arts. From 2014 to 2018, Cook County saw 1,433 fentanyl overdose deaths. In 2022, fentanyl was involved in over 85% of opioid overdose fatalities in the county.
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