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Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Belmont

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Belmont

  • Chicago, IL
  • Outpatient

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Belmont in Chicago, IL, focuses on outpatient services for substance abuse and mental health issues. Operated by LSSI, a private non-profit, it offers comprehensive counseling, support groups, and relapse prevention programs. The center provides personalized and evidence-based treatment approaches.

"Responding to the Gospel, Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) brings healing, justice, and wholeness to people and communities." Accredited by the Council on Accreditation, LSSI demonstrates a commitment to high-quality services and best practices in social services.

  • Specializes in treating substance use disorders, including alcohol and drug addiction.
  • Offers integrated treatment for co-occurring mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety.
  • Utilizes evidence-based practices like cognitive-behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.
  • Provides services for gambling disorder and DUI clients, addressing a variety of behavioral issues.

Treats substance use disorders, including alcohol and drug addiction, and co-occurring mental health conditions. Ideal for individuals seeking comprehensive outpatient care for both substance abuse and mental health issues.

  • 2 Conditions Treated
  • Insurance Accepted
  • 4 Levels of Care
  • Speaks English
  • 17 Therapies & Programs

Conditions and Issues Treated

Substance Abuse + Addiction Treatment

Substance abuse refers to the intensive and inappropriate use of psychoactive substances. These include illegal drugs, alcohol, and even the excessive use of prescription drugs. Overuse of these substances leads to severe physical or psychological dependence.

Substance abuse is treatable and the duration of treatment and most successful sobriety can require weeks or months of professional care at Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Belmont in Chicago.

Opioid + Opiate Addiction Treatment

Opioid addiction treatment facilities like Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Belmont support people struggling with opioid dependency, which covers illegal and prescription opioids. People often abuse prescription opioids to get high instead of adhering to a medical provider’s directions. Addiction forces people to crave for opioids impulsively without factoring in the dangers these drugs bring to them.

Most opioid addiction treatment plans include detoxification and subsequent medications to ease the process. However, that’s only the beginning. Behavioral therapies and counseling are also necessary to resolve the root cause of addiction. This overall approach decreases the likelihood of falling off the wagon. In some instances, therapies can be done at home.

Levels of Care

This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Drug Rehab, Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.

An Intensive Outpatient Program like what’s offered at Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Belmont, targets those who need intensive treatment but would rather get it in the comfort of their homes. The treatment programs vary in duration and intensity. They can be tailored to suit the patient’s needs.

Outpatient treatment plans cover diagnosis, detoxification, management, and counseling. They are a popular option for those who have graduated from inpatient facilities. Services in Illinois include medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and individual and group therapy.

Aftercare support plays an important role when sustaining a patient’s full recovery at Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Belmont. Patients also receive assistance in making living arrangements in halfway houses. Career counseling is available for those who want a fresh start. There are also local community programs in Chicago, IL such as Alcoholics Anonymous.

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Belmont‘s Therapies & Programs

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 Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Belmont 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 Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Belmont 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.

Rational Emotional Behavior Therapy (REBT) has short term results for addicts. Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Belmont gives patients the tools to deal with their emotions using a method called ‘rational self-counseling’. It aims to help them move forward with their lives without having to deal with ongoing therapy.

Alcoholics Anonymous is the original 12-Step program that established the model that other 12-Step programs, like Narcotics Anonymous, follow. 12-Step programs are support groups that are led and run by members of each group. These groups use the “Big Book,” which contains the 12-Step philosophy of recovery and ongoing abstinence from drugs or alcohol.

Payment Options

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  • Health Insurance
  • Self-Pay / Cash
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
  • Sliding Scale
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    Location & Contact

    Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Belmont Location and Directions
    Address
    5825 West Belmont Avenue
    Chicago, IL 60634

    Phone Number
    (773) 637-0487

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    Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Belmont Location and Directions

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    Accepts

    • Gender
      Female, Male
    • Age
      Adults (20+), Children (0-12), Teenagers
    • Modality
      Couples, Family, Group, Individuals
  • Smoking Allowed
  • Ownership
    Non-Profit

    Listed May 26, 2020

    Updated July 25, 2024

    Chicago, 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.

    Chicago's an exhilarating city with world-class museums, a vibrant arts and culture scene, and mouthwatering cuisine to savor. Opioid overdoses and fentanyl-related deaths, however, have skyrocketed – Cook County saw a 97% rise in fentanyl-induced fatalities from 2018 to 2019, and had the state's second-highest drug mortality rate in 2021.

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