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Chicago Read Mental Health Center

Chicago Read Mental Health Center

Drug Rehab Center in Chicago, Illinois

  • Mental Health
  • Eating Disorder
  • Dual Diagnosis

Chicago Read Mental Health Center provides counseling, support, and evidence-based therapies for addiction and mental health issues, specializing in treating substance use disorders and offering trauma-informed care through personalized interventions and holistic approaches.

About This Chicago, IL Facility

Chicago Read Mental Health Center is an addiction treatment facility located in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 1997, this center specializes in treating individuals suffering from dual diagnosis, eating disorders, and mental health issues. They offer private health insurance acceptance and provide services at the dual-diagnosis and inpatient levels of care. Chicago Read Mental Health Center strives to provide comprehensive and personalized treatment plans to help patients achieve long-term recovery.

With a focus on treating addiction and substance abuse, Chicago Read Mental Health Center offers a range of effective services and treatment methods. They incorporate a dual-diagnosis approach, taking into account both the mental health issues and substance use disorders that individuals may be struggling with. The center follows evidence-based practices to ensure patients receive high-quality care targeted towards their specific needs. Additionally, they offer inpatient levels of care for individuals who require a more intensive program with 24-hour support. At Chicago Read Mental Health Center, individuals can expect to receive individualized therapy, group counseling sessions, medication management if necessary, and ongoing support to aid them in their journey towards recovery.

Genders
  • Male
  • Female
  • Gender Exclusive Center
  • Ages
  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Modality
  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Groups
  • Additional
  • LGBTQ+ Allied
  • Hearing Impaired
  • Veteran Specific
  • LGBTQ+ Allied
  • Veterans
  • Conditions and Issues Treated

    Addiction is often caused by an underlying issue. Mental illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or anxiety disorder could lie at the root. A dual diagnosis by Chicago Read Mental Health Center aims to treat the addiction as well as the cause of the addiction. This ensures the patient will not fall back on old ways after treatment is complete.

    Levels of Care Offered

    This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Dual-Diagnosis, Inpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.

    Inpatient rehab means living at the Chicago, IL facility while all aspects of an addiction or co-occurring disorder get addressed. This helps limit the distractions and increase the focus on recovery. Typical inpatient rehab stays are approximately one month long.

    Chicago Read Mental Health Center‘s Therapies & Programs

    During individual therapy at Chicago Read Mental Health Center in Chicago, Illinois, the person in recovery meets with a therapist one-on-one to go over the situation and learn from their mistakes. The counselor or therapist will use this time to address causes of an addiction, triggers, any type of mental issue or dual diagnosis, and aftercare plans. They will help fill in any gaps in future plans to give the person the best chances of attaining and maintaining long-term sobriety.

    Couples therapy reduces the dysfunctional behavior in a relationship that may cause addiction. It can help one or both members of the couple. It targets addiction and it can make for a healthier relationship.

    Patients who receive generous support from their loved ones have better chances of completing their recovery. Genetics play a role when it comes to addiction, so it’s better to approach the problem as a unit. Family members can help an individual avoid addiction triggers and guide him or her in making lifestyle changes.

    Group therapy is a type of counseling at Chicago Read Mental Health Center in Chicago, IL that occurs between a bunch of strangers. The goal of group therapy sessions is to foster hope and a sense of belonging. It also helps to have people who can relate to what you’re going through. Good behaviors can also be contagious.

    As a means of managing pain that has plagued them in the past, many individuals turn to drugs and alcohol. Assault, negligence, the loss of a loved one, and other unfortunate events may involve trauma. This treatment, offered and administrated by Chicago Read Mental Health Center in Chicago, IL provides individuals the resources to cope with past traumas healthily.

    Dialectical behavioral therapy focuses on eliminating negative thoughts such as suicidal thoughts. It is useful in the treatment of patients with uncontrollable emotions. The term “dialectic” means the integration of opposites. In the substance abuse context, DBT refers to accepting the patient’s addiction.

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is suitable for patients recovering from an addiction of any kind. This therapy modality strengthens a person’s ability to stay on top of their emotional state. CBT is also suitable for managing co-occurring disorders like depression and bipolar illness. It helps people in Illinois communicate and express their emotions well.

    Nutrition Therapy focuses on improving the emotional and physical health by diet, or Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT). A diet low in certain nutrients can contribute to feelings that can trigger addiction or relapse. To cure the body and discourage addictive behavior, diet therapy encourages healthy eating.

    Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) helps smokers get nicotine into their system without resorting to smoking. NRT lowers down nicotine cravings, so the patient does not go through physical weakness. Chicago Read Mental Health Center in Chicago, Illinois couples NRT with counseling and other means of support giving long-term smokers a better chance of quitting.

    Patient Experience

    Experiential Therapy at Chicago Read Mental Health Center

    Experiential therapy involves having patients work through mental issues by engaging in real time activities. It moves away from traditional talk therapy having patients role play or use props to explore their issues and emotions. This treatment process, available at Chicago Read Mental Health Center, helps people process trauma and emotion in a healthier fashion eliminating the need to turn to drugs and alcohol.

    Payment Options Accepted

    For specific insurance or payment methods please contact us.
  • Health Insurance
  • Self-Pay / Cash
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
  • Sliding Scale
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    Additional Details

    Specifics, location, and helpful extra information.
    Chicago Read Mental Health Center Location and Directions
    Address Information4200 N Oak Park Ave
    Chicago, Illinois 60634 Phone Number(773) 794-4000 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Chicago, Illinois Addiction Information

    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.

    Drug misuse can lead to other serious health problems, including HIV/AIDS or hepatitis C infection and liver disease. Chicago's main drugs of abuse include heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine. Field sobriety tests can be used to determine if someone is driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. There are about 872 drug treatment centers in the city, and the number of people seeking help for addiction continues to rise.

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