I honestly have no idea where to begin with our experience. At first, everyone seemed competent. We met for an intake and I described the behaviors my son exhibited at his school setting in detail, including aggression and property destruction. They called me on his se ...
About Compass Health Center
Compass Health Center is a mental health and substance use treatment program in Chicago, Illinois, offering partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient (IOP) care for children, adolescents, young adults and adults.
Located at 2500 W Bradley Place, the center specializes in mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma, perinatal mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders. They deliver evidence based, multidisciplinary care to support lasting recovery and emotional wellness.
Mental Health And Substance Use Programs at Compass Health Center
Treatment typically begins with a clinical assessment to determine the appropriate level of care. The PHP program provides full day, structured treatment 5 days a week, while the IOP program offers a step down option.
Each program offers programming over multiple days per week for clients who need more support than traditional outpatient therapy. Clients can expect individual, group and family therapy led by licensed clinicians, with evidence based approaches.
These approaches can include CBT, DBT, exposure and response prevention (ERP) and trauma informed care. A multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, therapists and dietitians supports comprehensive treatment for co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions.
Quick Facts About Compass Health Center Chicago
Compass Health Center is located at 2500 W Bradley Place, Suite 100, Chicago, IL 60618. Levels of care include partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient (IOP), available in person and virtually.
The center treats children, adolescents, young adults, adults and seniors with mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders. Specialty programs include OCD, trauma, mood and anxiety, perinatal mental health, substance use and young adult tracks.
Its approach includes evidence based care, including CBT, DBT, ERP and trauma informed therapy. Payment options include in network coverage, and private pay and payment plans.
Getting Started With Treatment in Chicago
To begin care at Compass Health Center in Chicago, prospective clients can complete an intake assessment and insurance verification. The admissions team is available to explain program options, review coverage and guide families toward the right level of care.
Latest Reviews
Would 100% recommend coming to Compass if you are experiencing mental health struggles but don’t feel like going to an inpatient program or hospital would be helpful or necessary. You can even go just in for an intake and trust that the intake therapist will be very knowledgable and be able to decide what would be right for. I was first admitted to the young adult program, but then moved to the OCD program after only one week as the therapists were very attentive and realised I did not get the right diagnosis. All other therapists I saw before going to compass were not able to give me that diagnosis. Progress is not linear, as I learned at Compass, so not every week was great, and there were times I questioned if I would even get better and the treatment was working. But I put in the effort with the help and guidance of the amazing treatment team (which covered learning skills, dedicated exposure time, individual therapy, psychiatry, family therapy, resource therapy and art therapy) and I saw significant improvement in my mental health within my two and a half months at compass. I am not healed, but that’s also not the point. Especially for people just starting their mental health journey, Compass gives you a stepping stone for further treatment, and means to start being able to handle your everyday life again. Don’t be scared to reach to to them! Even if you’re unsure what you need or if you even require to be in such a program, they will know how what to do.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review of Compass Health Center - Chicago. We strive to make our intake process approachable and comprehensive so we can support each person in finding the right level of care. Your point about progress not being linear is one we hope more people entering treatment can hear. We're grateful for the opportunity to support those seeking healing, and we wish you continued health and success ahead.
Compass changed my life. I have had anxiety for years but got to the point where I couldn’t function normally at work. Making the call to schedule intake was the scariest part. The work you do in the program will be some of the hardest work you’ve ever or will ever do and it is 1000% worth it. I can’t recommend this program enough. Just make the call.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Thank you so much for sharing this. We're grateful for your kind words, and it means a great deal to hear that reaching out felt worth it. Making that first call takes real courage, and we're always honored when people feel supported along the way. Wishing you all the best.
My son was in the PHP and IOP programs at the Chicago location to help him with his anxiety, ADHD, and regulating his emotions. Everyone on his team was absolutely amazing and had my son’s best interests at heart. Being around other kids like him made him feel less alone. Enrolling him at Compass was the hardest decision my husband and I have ever made, but it was also the best decision we have ever made!
Response from the owner1 week ago
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this. We're grateful for your kind words and are always honored when families feel supported during what can be a difficult decision. Feedback like this means a great deal to our teams. Wishing you and your loved ones all the best. 
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Other Forms of Payment
Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.
Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.
Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Clients in outpatient rehab receive a variety of services based on their unique and evolving needs. Typical outpatient treatment modalities include individual, group, and family counseling, recovery-focused life skills training, and community reintegration support. Many programs also provide medication assisted treatment (MAT) for clients recovering from alcohol and/or opioid dependency. Clients exiting inpatient treatment or those who are at an elevated risk of relapse may engage in more robust treatment, such as intensive outpatient (IOP) programming.
When participating in an inpatient rehab program, you'll reside at the treatment center for the duration of the program. Your housing and meals are provided, allowing you to focus on your recovery without outside triggers, stressors, and other distractions. You'll receive daily addiction counseling, drawing on various psychotherapeutic approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing. Many inpatient drug rehabs also offer complementary holistic therapies, such as yoga, meditation, or animal therapy, and creative arts therapy.
Intensive Outpatient programs are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs. Afterschool IOP hours are similar to those of an after-school program, and run five days a week, Monday to Friday. The School Refusal Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) provides short-term stabilization for children aged 9 to 12 and adolescents aged 12 to 18 who are having trouble attending school.
Rehab aftercare programs provide a full continuum of care for clients who are exiting inpatient treatment. Though outpatient care is often considered an element of drug rehab aftercare, services typically continue for the remainder of the clients' life and long after formal treatment is completed. Clients work with their case managers and care team to formulate a customized portfolio of medical, mental health, and social service resources designed to evolve as the client's needs change.
A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a short-term form of intensive rehab, usually for those with acute symptoms that are hard to manage but don't require 24-hour care. PHPs have structured programming (i.e. individual and/or group therapy), and usually meet 3-5 days a week for ~ 6 hours (i.e. 9am-3m). Some PHPs are residential (patients sleep on site) and some are not, so patients sleep at home. PHPs can last from 1-6 months, and some offer transportation and meals. The hours of PHP are similar to a school day for children (8:45 AM – 2:30 PM, Monday to Friday) and adolescents (9 AM to 3 PM, Monday to Thursday. 9 AM-2:30 PM on Friday). For young adults and adults, the hours are 9:30AM-2PM.
Addiction treatment often begins with 24-hour clinical care in Illinois. This supervised setting is the best environment for detox.where medical staff can provide 24/7 supervision and responsive care as your body is cleansed of addictive substances. Doctors may prescribe antagonist and partial agonist drugs to counteract the effects of drugs or alcohol, or they may slowly taper down dosages of substances to end physical dependence on the drug.
Treatments
The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.
Drug rehab in Illinois is designed to help people recover from addiction to a number of substances. The length of each program and its intensity tend to vary, and the plan of care is based on your individual needs.
A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.
Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.
Mental Health And Substance AbusePrograms
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
The providers who specialize in the children's rehab space understand the specialized needs that this population faces. School-based and social services such as tutoring and family counseling are often central to treatment. Child programs may also address the needs of youth experiencing substance abuse in the home, including a parent's or sibling's addiction.
Teen programs are designed to address the unique pressures teens face, pressures that can drive them to experiment with dangerous, addictive substances. They need programs that meet them exactly where they are and give them tools for long-term recovery. Therapy can help teenagers understand and work through underlying issues so they can reclaim the life ahead of them.
Clinical Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.
Equine TherapyGroup therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.
Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.
Life skills training in Illinois gives you the tools you need to meet daily demands. These fall into three main categories: personal skills, interpersonal skills, and cognitive skills. While in rehab, you'll work on each of these areas as part of your recovery treatment.
Creativity is inherently healing, and can help those in recovery express thoughts or feelings they might not otherwise be able to. Creative arts therapy can include music, poetry/writing, painting, sculpting, dance, theater, sandplay, and more. Unlike traditional art, the final product matters far less than the experience of creation and expression itself.
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Staff & Accreditations
Staff
David Schreiber, MD
CEO & Co-Founder
Claudia Welke, MD
CMO & Co-Founder
Accreditations
The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.
Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
Accreditation Number: 607986
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Contact Information
2500 W Bradley Pl
#100
Chicago, IL 60618
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