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Sergeant Lara Center - Pilsen Wellness

Sergeant Lara Center - Pilsen Wellness

Drug Rehab Center in Chicago, Illinois

  • Mental Health
  • Dual Diagnosis

Sergeant Lara Center - Pilsen Wellness is a nationally accredited addiction treatment facility that offers evidence-based therapies, social and family support services, and aftercare programs to ensure successful transitions back into life outside professional care.

About This Illinois Facility

Sergeant Lara Center - Pilsen Wellness in Chicago, Illinois is a comprehensive addiction treatment facility that offers a full range of evidence-based therapeutic services. This includes medical and mental health care, evidence-based therapies, and social and family support services. The center also provides aftercare services and alumni programs to ensure a successful transition back into life outside professional care.

Located in a welcoming and safe environment, Sergeant Lara Center - Pilsen Wellness offers a number of therapies designed to meet the needs of individuals suffering from addiction and substance abuse. The center provides individual and group counseling, cognitive-behavioral therapy, family therapy, 12-step work, and trauma-informed care. Clients are also provided with education and intervention services, peer support and education, relapse prevention, and trauma-specific interventions.

Sergeant Lara Center - Pilsen Wellness is nationally accredited by the Joint Commission and holds the Gold Seal of Approval. The center has been awarded the prestigious National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP) Quality Award for excellence in addiction treatment and is fully licensed under the Illinois Department of Public Health. They also provide innovative technology, such as virtual health assessments and telemedicine, as well as peer-led support groups, which provide an additional layer of support for individuals in 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
  • Multiple Centers

    • Conditions and Issues Treated

    Dual-Diagnosis

    People with dual diagnosis have coexisting addiction and a mental disorder. 9.2 million US adults had a co-occurring disorder in 2018, so not just limited to Illinois residents. Best treatment combines medication, psychotherapy (talk therapy), support group, and inpatient rehabilitation. Sometimes, complementary therapies – yoga, massage, and acupuncture – may also be used.

    Levels of Care Offered at Sergeant Lara Center - Pilsen Wellness

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

    Inpatient Rehab in Chicago, IL

    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.

    Outpatient Program

    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.

    Therapies & Programs

    Individual Therapy

    Individual professional counseling or individual therapy refers to the one-on-one interaction between a patient and his or her counselor at Sergeant Lara Center - Pilsen Wellness in Chicago, Illinois. Individual therapy allows for more privacy, one that group interactions can’t provide. It makes it easier for the counselor and the patient to deal with the central issues, which are likely the culprits of substance addiction.

    Group Therapy

    Group therapy is an important tool in recovery. Finding a peer group in Chicago, IL and others who relate to your situation is a fundamental tool for recovery at Sergeant Lara Center - Pilsen Wellness. Addiction tends to lead to isolation and feelings of uniqueness. The accountability and friendship that is found in group therapy can be more effective than any single other treatment approach. This is generally introduced early in recovery and is recommended as a lifetime treatment habit.

    Trauma Therapy

    Trauma therapy is a way of addressing trauma while in a safe situation in order to heal. This may involve Sergeant Lara Center - Pilsen Wellness managing individual or group counseling or both. Other forms of therapy have been proven to assist in healing past traumas.

    Dialectical Behavior Therapy

    A type of cognitive-behavioral therapy is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. It is intended for those who are vulnerable to self-harm and suicidal thoughts. Sergeant Lara Center - Pilsen Wellness aims to help patients understand the connection between their feelings, emotions, and behaviors and provide them with the tools to make a difference in Chicago, IL. For those whose addictions and habits originate from severe mental health problems, it is beneficial.

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

    Negative feelings are common in substance abuse disorders. If not recognized, they can cause co-occurring disorders. CBT involves strategies that help to change the thinking and behavioral pattern. It can be administered as a monotherapy as well as a part of combination therapy.

    Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)

    Nutrition therapy, also called medical nutrition therapy (MNT), addresses the unique needs of the recovering person’s diet. Due to addiction’s devastating toll on a person’s physical health, healthy eating must be addressed as soon as therapy starts. A good diet helps boosts a recovering person’s ability to fully participate in Sergeant Lara Center - Pilsen Wellness therapy.

    Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT)

    Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) is a treatment that helps people to quit smoking. In nicotine replacement therapy, a controlled amount of nicotine is provided in the form of gums, patches, or sprays. They do not contain the harmful chemicals usually found in tobacco products. NRT reduces the withdrawal symptoms by giving nicotine in low doses. However, NRT provides relief only from the physical withdrawal symptoms. The emotional and psychological aspects of quitting needs to be treated separately. While NRT is safe for most adults, teens and pregnant women should not undergo NRT. Research shows that the use of NRT doubles the chances of quitting smoking.

    Patient Experience

    Experiential Therapy at Sergeant Lara Center - Pilsen Wellness

    Experiential therapy works by using tools and activities to recreate past experiences. Role-playing, arts and crafts, music, animal care, rock climbing, etc. are some of the activities used in this therapy. It is different from medication and talk therapy and suits those who have difficulty expressing themselves.

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  • State-Financed
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    Address Information2316 S Damen Ave
    Chicago, Illinois 60608 Phone Number(773) 927-6987 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Sergeant Lara Center - Pilsen Wellness Location and Directions
    Location

    2316 S Damen Ave
    Chicago, IL 60608
    (773) 927-6987

    Pilsen Inn

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    English
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    Helpful reference information for Sergeant Lara Center - Pilsen Wellness, a drug treatment center in Illinois located at: 2316 S Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, including phone numbers, official website, and more. Listed briefly is an overview of Levels of Care, Therapies Offered, Issues Treated, and accepted forms of Payment Methods.
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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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