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Lake County Behavioral Health - Addictions Treatment Program

Lake County Behavioral Health - Addictions Treatment Program

Drug Rehab Center in Waukegan, Illinois

  • Substance Abuse
  • Opioid Addiction
  • Drug Addiction
  • Alcoholism

Lake County Behavioral Health - Addictions Treatment Program is a comprehensive addiction treatment center in Waukegan, IL, accredited by JCAHO and SAMHSA, that offers an array of treatment options and experienced staff to support individuals in their recovery from addiction.

About This Illinois Facility

Lake County Behavioral Health - Addictions Treatment Program, situated in Waukegan, Illinois, is a renowned facility that has been providing top-notch care to individuals battling substance abuse and addiction. With a history of excellence and a primary focus on comprehensive treatment, this center aims to guide patients towards lasting recovery.

• Joint Commission accredited, ensuring the highest standards of care
• Licensed by the Illinois Department of Human Services
• Utilizes evidence-based and holistic treatment modalities
• Offers a wide range of services, including individual, group, and family therapy

Lake County Behavioral Health - Addictions Treatment Program is accredited by the Joint Commission and holds a license from the Illinois Department of Human Services. The facility's dedicated team of professionals employs a comprehensive approach to substance abuse treatment, incorporating various evidence-based and holistic modalities to cater to each individual's unique needs.

The program specializes in treating a wide range of substance abuse issues, including alcohol, opioids, and stimulants. Treatment methods encompass individual, group, and family therapy, case management, dual diagnosis treatment for co-occurring mental health disorders, psychiatric services, medication-assisted treatment, and relapse prevention planning. Additionally, the center provides education and support for family members to foster a supportive environment conducive to long-term 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
  • SAMHSA Listed
  • Multiple Centers
  • Accreditations

    SAMHSA

    JCAHO

    Conditions and Issues Treated

    The inappropriate use of any drug in Waukegan, 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 Lake County Behavioral Health - Addictions Treatment Program. After Detox is complete, individuals follow-up with treatments treating the root cause of the addiction.

    Opioid addiction is known as a high-risk factor for future heroin addiction. Opioid withdrawal can be extremely uncomfortable and lead the user to continue to use. It is recommended to receive inpatient treatment and a medically supervised detox, Lake County Behavioral Health - Addictions Treatment Program in Waukegan, IL offers treatment for opioids.

    Levels of Care Offered at Lake County Behavioral Health - Addictions Treatment Program

    This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Detox, Drug Rehab, Inpatient, Residential, Sober-Living / Half-Way, with additional therapies available as listed below.

    Detoxification is a process that allows the patient to stop using opioids without experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms. This can be necessary for those who have been addicted for a long period of time or who are struggling with chronic pain. During this process, addicts will receive medication and psychological support from doctors and other medical professionals until they can control their cravings.

    When a patient checks into Lake County Behavioral Health - Addictions Treatment Program, inpatient care takes place. Patients undergo treatment that requires detoxification and counseling round the clock. While outpatient treatments are available in Illinois, as the first phase in recovery, inpatient care is suggested. Intensive and thorough rehabilitation sets patients on the road to a drug-free life.

    A sober living home in Illinois is really like a halfway house, often referred to as an SLH. It is halfway between a rehab center for drugs or alcohol and living at home. Any specific rules and regulations must be followed by residents, such as attending required meetings and structured daily chores.

    Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient’s individual requirements.

    Treatment is just the first step to maintaining sobriety. After treatment, aftercare support at Lake County Behavioral Health - Addictions Treatment Program helps the individual adjust to a life without substances. This support may involve a sober living home in or near Waukegan, IL, career counseling, or educational assistance. This is when a relapse prevention plan begins to take shape.

    Therapies & Programs

    Individual therapy involves one on one sessions between the patient and the therapist at Lake County Behavioral Health - Addictions Treatment Program. 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.

    Recovery can be more effective if the entire family’s involved. Family therapy hosted by Lake County Behavioral Health - Addictions Treatment Program 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.

    Group therapy is an important tool in recovery. Addiction tends to lead to isolation and feelings of uniqueness. Accountability and friendship that is found in group therapy can be more effective than any single other treatment approach. With Lake County Behavioral Health - Addictions Treatment Program in Waukegan, Illinois, there’s no reason to go through recovery alone.

    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.

    Dialectical Behavioral Therapy is a form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. It is designed for those who are prone to self-harm and suicidal behaviors. Lake County Behavioral Health - Addictions Treatment Program aims to help patients understand the relationship between their thoughts, feeling and behaviors and it gives them the tools to make a change. It is effective for those whose addictions and behaviors stem from extreme mental health issues.

    Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, focuses on the connection between how someone feels, acts, and thinks. It shows someone how to accept responsibility for their behaviors and actions, while also strengthening a person’s awareness of the circumstances they put themselves into. It can give people attending Lake County Behavioral Health - Addictions Treatment Program in Waukegan, Illinois the strength to realize they were self-destructing, allowing them to finally reach out and get the help they need.

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  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
  • Sliding Scale
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    Lake County Behavioral Health - Addictions Treatment Program Location and Directions
    Address Information3002 Grand Ave
    Waukegan, Illinois 60085 Phone Number(847) 377-8200 Meta DetailsUpdated April 15, 2024
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    Waukegan, 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.

    In recent years, Waukegan has become better known for its problems with drug addiction and abuse. 15% of high school students reported being offered, sold, or given an illegal drug on school property. 61% of patients admitted to a hospital for substance abuse were under the age of 35. There are resources and programs available to help those struggling with addiction, but many people are still not aware of them.

    Treatment in Nearby Cities
    Centers near Lake County Behavioral Health - Addictions Treatment Program
    Lake County Behavioral Health - Substance Abuse Program
    3004 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085
    2424 Washington Street, Suite LL-110, Waukegan IL, 60085
    JEM Treatment
    2424 Washington Street Suite LL-110, Waukegan, IL 60085
    Lake County Behavioral Health - Mental Health Group Home
    2410 Belvidere Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085
    Nicasa NFP Substance Abuse (NICASA)
    1113 Greenwood Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60087
    Lake County Behavioral Health - Clustered Apartment Program
    4118 Greenleaf Ct, Park City, IL 60085
    Haymarket Center - Lake County
    215 Water St, Waukegan, IL 60085
    Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center
    2215 14th St, North Chicago, IL 60064


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