Ascension Illinois – Center for Mental Health Melrose Park

1414 Main St
Melrose Park, IL 60160

Melrose Park, Illinois
708-410-0615

About Ascension Illinois – Center for Mental Health Melrose Park

AMITA Health Centro de Salud, now operating as Ascension Illinois Center for Mental Health Melrose Park provides a community behavioral health program serving children, teens and adults in suburban Chicago.

The center offers substance abuse treatment, therapy, psychiatric care and psychosocial rehabilitation for clients managing mental health and co-occurring concerns.

Their mission centers on connecting addiction recovery with whole-person mental health care, family support, and community resources under one roof.

Outpatient Substance Abuse Care

I noticed that substance abuse treatment here is delivered through an outpatient model that includes counseling and family therapy for adults navigating alcohol or substance dependence.

As part of the Ascension Illinois behavioral health network, the program also integrates psychiatric evaluations, medication management and telepsychiatry to address co-occurring mental health needs.

Sessions focus on building practical recovery skills, exploring underlying drivers of substance use and stabilizing daily functioning.

Clients with more complex needs can access psychosocial rehabilitation day programming, while crisis services and a 24/7 crisis line provide support during difficult moments.

Wraparound Family and Justice-Involved Support

Beyond offering traditional counseling I found that the center offers DUI programming, partner abuse intervention, mental health court care management and misdemeanor deferred prosecution support.

Families can also engage in parenting classes and the Strengthening Families Program, reinforcing recovery through stronger relationships and community connection.

The center also provides virtual visits, extended and weekend hours. Short-term, long-term,and transitional housing options are available through the broader Ascension network.

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Amenities

Private Rehab

Private drug rehab provides a comfortable, secure environment that allows you to focus on doing the work to get your life back on track. Benefits include a higher staff-to-client ratio, increased one-on-one time with therapists and healthcare providers, private rooms for clients, and customized forms of therapy.

Residential Setting

Residential drug rehab provides the comforts of home with the therapeutic support needed to successfully recover. Benefits of an inpatient program include increased safety, a higher success rate, and the time and distance given to focus on recovery. Residential drug rehabs are often the preferred method of treatment, as they can be tailored to meet specific needs, offer focused therapeutic care, and provide the necessary tools to sustain recovery.

Rec Room & Activities

Recreational therapy uniquely combines therapeutic interventions with an activity, like horse-riding, hiking, wilderness therapy, basketball, tennis, or a full workout. Benefits of recreational therapy include providing a healthy way to work through the emotions of recovery, learning to build and maintain relationships, improving communication skills, and building self-esteem.

Art Therapy

Art and music are mediums that connect with our feelings, making them a great recovery tool during addiction treatment. Studies show that combining art/music and drug rehab can have a greater therapeutic impact than drug rehab alone, as you’re able to access parts of your brain and body that you may not have access to during traditional talk therapy. Benefits of art/music therapy include lowering stress and anxiety, promoting healthy neurochemicals, and providing stress relief.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Teen & Adolescent Program

Some of the most common services offered in a young adult program in Illinois include individual and group counseling, medication management, educational courses, and 12-step programs. These programs are tailored to address the challenges of this stage of life.

Adult Program

Individuals who are struggling with addiction to drugs or alcohol can get support at an adult program in Illinois. Designed for men and women over the age of 18, these programs offer rehabilitation treatment and recovery services.

Alcoholism

Each alcohol rehab in Illinois is unique, but most include three basic aspects of treatment: medical detox, psychotherapy, and medication. Through these methods, participants receive treatment for the physical, mental, and emotional aspects of alcohol use disorder.

Men's Rehab

Men’s rehab in Illinois typically includes individual, group, and family therapies. Group sessions are conducted with men only, which encourages greater vulnerability and sharing opportunities among participants.

Women's Rehab

Women who have substance use disorders are more likely than men to have co-occurring mental health disorders. Women’s rehab in Illinois often provides treatment for dual diagnosis, so women can get help for their addiction and disorders such as anxiety or depression.

Opioid Treatment

Learn the skills you need to break free from opioid dependence at opioid rehab in Illinois. Program options include detox, inpatient rehab, outpatient rehab, counseling, and medication assisted treatment programs, which are tailored to meet the needs of the individual.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

In Illinois, cognitive behavioral therapy is an effective method for addiction treatment. It teaches effective communication skills, provides tools to help people improve mood, and empowers participants to dismiss insecurities that can lead to substance abuse.

Drug Rehab

Drug rehab in Illinois is designed to help men and women recover from drug addiction. The length of the program and its intensity vary, based on the individual’s needs. It’s important to find the right program to suit your unique situation and challenges.

Rational Behavior Therapy (RBT)

Many substance abuse treatment plans include rational emotive behavioral therapy in Illinois. This treatment replaces negative decisions with healthy ones, helps prevent relapse, provides conflict-resolution skills, and improves interpersonal relationships.

Levels of Care

Outpatient Rehab

Outpatient rehab in Illinois may be brief or long-term, depending on the individual. During this time, you will maintain membership in a support group as well as attend one-on-one counseling sessions. The focus is ongoing development of life skills that will prevent relapse.

Dual Diagnosis & Mental Health

An Illinois dual diagnosis program treats both your mental health and recovery needs. Psychiatrists and addiction specialists work together to address co-occurring disorders, such as depression, anxiety, or ADHD.

Aftercare & Alumni Program

Aftercare rehab in Illinois lowers the chance of relapse. This program offers support to help you face challenges after you successfully complete rehab. By providing guidance, accountability, and assistance with basic life skills, aftercare gives you confidence to navigate temptations and maintain sobriety.

Detox & MAT

The first step toward a drug-free future is typically detox. This initial phase of drug rehab in Illinois can last up to a week. During this time, addictive substances are slowly and safely cleansed from your body.

Sober Living

Sober living in Illinois offers an environment where you can focus on your recovery journey. You’ll live in a drug-free residence, where you’ll contribute to household bills and chores, attend 12-step meetings, and submit to random drug testing. This structured environment can be helpful to maintain sobriety during the first few months of recovery.

Drug & Alcohol Intervention

In many cases, drug rehab in Illinois begins with intervention. Professional intervention services are available to help you facilitate an intervention, develop a treatment plan, and choose the program that best suits your loved one’s needs.

Payment Options

Self-Pay Options

Self-pay options, also known as private pay, are common when paying for drug rehab in Illinois. As the name suggests, you are paying for treatment out-of-pocket. Examples of private pay include paying in cash, writing a check, taking out a personal or medical loan, credit card payments, and more.

Private Insurance

For those who have priviate insurance coverage, the cost of alcohol and drug rehab in Illinois can be greatly reduced or completely eliminated. But keep in mind, coverage rates vary by specific plan, so be sure to confirm your plan details with your provider.

Medicaid Accepted

Medicaid will cover at least some, if not all, of the associated costs for detox and alcohol or drug rehab in Illinois. Since Medicaid is not accepted by every treatment provider, be sure to speak with your insurance provider to confirm your benefits and the coverage details before entering a treatment program.

Financial Aid

If you need help to pay for alcohol and drug rehab in Illinois, there are a number of financial aid programs available. In order to qualify for aid, you must fill out an application and check on the status of your application often. Competition can be stiff for these forms of financial assistance.

Medicare Accepted

If you qualify for Medicare coverage, you can use it to offset the costs of alcohol and drug rehab in Illinois. It pays for inpatient and outpatient treatment, so long as it's deemed medically necessary, you receive care from a center that accepts Medicare, and a medical provider sets up your plan of care.

Sliding Scale Payment

Many alcohol and drug rehabs in Illinois offer sliding scale payment plans for clients who cannot otherwise afford to pay for treatment. You'll need to fill out an application and, upon acceptance, the rehab will work with you to develop a payment plan based on your income.

TRICARE

Administered by the Department of Defense, TRICARE offers comprehensive military health insurance plans for active and retired military members and their families. Similar to PPO programs offered by private insurance companies, TRICARE covers multiple levels of care for addiction treatment, including detox, inpatient rehab, and outpatient services.

Payment Plans & Financing

For those who are underinsured or uninsured, paying the total cost of a rehab program up front is not feasible. Fortunately, many alcohol and drug rehabs make financing available to potential clients through private loans, in-house payment plans, or partner lenders. You can choose a finance package that lets you start treatment immediately and pay for it later.

Free Rehab

Most states offer free alcohol and drug rehabs through public mental health and addiction treatment centers. These centers often provide detox, intensive outpatient programs (IOPs), residential treatment, partial hospitalization programs (PHPs), and support groups. You must meet certain requirements in order to qualify for free alcohol and drug rehabs, such as lack of income and insurance.

Accreditations

Joint Commission: Yes

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Contact Information

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1414 Main St
Melrose Park, IL 60160

Edited by:
Patti Croft, MBA

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