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Compassionate Treatment for Addiction and Substance Abuse

Northwestern Medicine Behavioral Health offers compassionate and effective abstinence-based care to address the cycle of abuse and addiction and help individuals regain control of their lives. Learning the warning signs is the first step to getting the care you need.

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Addiction and Substance Abuse Services

Drug or alcohol abuse can take a toll on relationships, family life, work performance, and physical and mental health. The national increase in opioid use is worsening the toll that substance abuse takes on individuals and families struggling with addiction. To meet this need, Northwestern Medicine Behavioral Health offers services to increase access to quality care and support long-term recovery.

An Individualized and Integrated Approach

  • Full range of medical detoxification treatment options
  • Intake evaluation team trained in American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria to make treatment recommendations
  • Behavioral, emotional, social and work-related issues are addressed with a variety of treatment modalities
  • Individual, Group and Family Therapy with psycho-educational component
  • Co-occurring treatment to address addiction, mental health issues and behavioral addictions
  • Medication-assisted treatment available to manage withdrawal symptoms and support recovery
  • Multidisciplinary team of licensed therapists, nurses and psychiatrists and addiction medicine physicians

Western Suburbs

At Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, you’ll find a full range of outpatient and residential treatment options, along with continued counseling to support long-term recovery.

Treatment Options in the Western Suburbs

Greater DeKalb County

The Greater DeKalb County Addictions Treatment Services program delivers compassionate, individualized care to address the cycle of addiction and help individuals regain control of their lives.

Treatment Options in Greater DeKalb County

Northwest Suburbs

In the northwest suburbs, Northwestern Medicine psychologists and licensed mental health professionals provide treatment for mental health and substance-use conditions.

Treatment Options in the Northwest Suburbs

Southern Suburbs

Northwestern Medicine Behavioral Health Services in the southern suburbs can provide the support and encouragement you need to overcome a substance use disorder.

Treatment Options in the Southern Suburbs