Comprehensive Behavior Health Center

505 South 8th street, 2nd Floor East Saint Louis, IL 62201

About Comprehensive Behavior Health Center

Comprehensive Behavioral Health Center of St. Clair County is based in East St. Louis, Illinois. It’s not far from the Mississippi River. This center provides mental health and addiction treatment services to teens and adults, including veterans, active duty military staff, LGBTQ+ folks, court-referred clients, as well as pregnant and postpartum individuals.

Medicare and Medicaid are accepted, along with SAMHSA funding, block grants, federal or government funding for addiction treatment and self-pay.

Residential Drug Rehab Support Options

Founded over 60 years ago, this facility has decades of experience providing mental health and addiction treatment to its local community. With this in mind, know you’re in safe and experienced hands.

If you’re in need of higher-level support for more severe or long-term substance abuse issues, residential care may be the ideal option for you. The aim of the center’s residential options is to empower you to embrace independent living, with support on hand should you falter.

Supervised living is typified by comprehensive support from psychiatrists and counselors, with medical support provided by onsite nurses.

Supported living is another step down. This level boosts your independence and sets you up for success through education and employment support, as well as transport help.

Lastly, there’s transitional living. This option is available for up to 90 days. The primary focus being to help you develop the skills you need to thrive independently post-recovery. Employment assistance is included.

Outpatient Services & Crisis Support

Along with its extensive residential options, the facility also provides outpatient mental health and addiction treatment. A 24/7 crisis hotline is also available for adults and children in acute distress needing urgent support.

Latest Reviews

Erianne O

2 weeks ago on Google

Took me years to muster up the courage to reach out and seriously regret it! This place is a joke!

Jason Jobe

3 months ago on Google

The worst place I’ve ever been and on to of the nasty ass rooms they keep my meds that’s ok calling lawyers for sure on this please going to take it to the max places should be shut down

Juanise Cooper

7 months ago on Google

Great place with many resources!

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Other Forms of Payment

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.

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.

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.

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.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Outpatient

Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.

Medically Assisted Detox

Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal.

Intensive Outpatient

Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) 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.

Inpatient

Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.

Sober Living Homes

Sober Living Houses (SLHs), aka sober homes or halfway houses, are safe, substance-free, supportive living facilities for those recovering from substance abuse. Ideal for those who've just been through inpatient or outpatient treatment, SLHs are supervised environments with rules that support sobriety, such as curfews, shared chores, and therapeutic meetings. Residents are also often trained on life skills and coping skills to make it easier to transition into society. SLHs also provide a strong sense of community that can lead to the kind of deep and lasting connections with other sober individuals that supports a new, healthy lifestyle.

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.

Programs

Adult Program

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 Adult Program

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.

Clinical Services

Group 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.

Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Joseph Harper

Executive Director

Brian Stewart

COO

Keith Kuhn

Chief Program Officer

Dr. LaTanya Tunstall-Robinson

Medical Director

Shakari Dorsey

Human Resources and Quality Assurance Director

Robyn Robinson

Methadone Manager

Tera Wilkes

Residential Programs Manager

Inez Bradley

Housing Program Manager

Accreditations

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Established in 1992 by congress, SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on American's communities.

SAMHSA Listed: Yes

Contact Information

(618) 482-7330

Website

505 South 8th street
2nd Floor
East Saint Louis, IL 62201

Get Help Now - 708-470-6920

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Reviews of Comprehensive Behavior Health Center

3.5/5 (39 reviews)

Google Reviews

3.5 (39 reviews)

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Trez

1 year ago

Staff is horrible

Spirit_00

Hard to get a person to answer the phone here recently. Overall service is great.

Amy Blaylock

Not for people with personalities

Teka Watkins

My son is currently in the mental health program at this facility. He has a caseworker who does not return any of my phone calls. She does not know the status of my son or if he’s on his mental health medications I’ve tried on several different occasions to reach out to her to help in assisting with my son’s needs. To no avail she can not provide me with an updated status on my son’s condition. Yesterday I got a call from the facility thinking that his case manager was calling to provide me with some updated information. The case worker called and asked for Ms. Harris and I have no idea who Ms. Harris is. When I told the case manager who I was she said “I still don’t have any information yet” this happens every week for this last 8 months. I call her and her boss every week at least twice a week for updates information. Right now, I feel hopeless and to add insult to injury I don’t reside in that state. Signed, An advocate for my son’s mental health.

Alaysha

2 years ago

Clove Rainbow

Zooey Zoe

Great clinic!! Accepts Medicaid, beautiful new building with secure parking. Great counselors, nurses, and director. If you're interested in Methadone Maintenance program, I highly recommend.

Jacob Karrigan

Worst experience of my life with their methadone program. Would rate 0 stars if possible. Came to St Louis from out of town to attend school for 9 weeks. Can only guest dose a max of 30 days, so I was told to become a patient at a clinic to keep dosing past the 30 days. Simply, I will have to do a transfer to avoid any missed doses between my 30th day, and my transfer appointment. I won't even mention how many times I have called and how many different people I have spoken to or left messages for to try and get an appointment set up. Took me over a week to even get someone to answer the phone. A big hassle, but I finally got in touch with Miss Amanda from intake and she was amazing. I got an appointment to do a clinic transfer. Got all the paperwork faxed, went in person to sign paperwork and verify everything was ready. The day of the appointment, the DR. isn't even scheduled that day and they say I won't be getting dosed that day either. I guess thats ok. But why even schedule an intake on a day that the Dr isnt there? Ok whatever mistakes happen. Next thing, they lost ALL my paperwork. Every single thing I had faxed over/signed was no longer findable. Some serious incompetence there and now my paperwork is off floating in an unknown location. Nice. They then tell me they cant help me and good luck. Pretty much F off. The nursing staff did not know what any of the rules or procedures regarding methadone as every person gave me different answers every time I tried to seek assistance. My counselor from my home clinic even called to try to try and explain my situation but because I would only be a patient ~20 days, the head nurse said it would be too much work. What other option did I have? I sat for HOURS trying to coordinate faxing new paperwork and trying to get everything set up AGAIN since the clinic failed to do anything in that manner for me. The other lady at the intake desk gave me attitude and grief due to ME ASKING FOR HELP. Trying to solve a situation not a single person at this location was concerned about. Miss Amanda was great and helpful. Everyone else was either giving me attitude when I was asking for help because it was "too much work" or simply saying they cant help me and best of luck. The program manager tells me because I'm still an active patient at another clinic that they wont be able to help me. I understand I can't be a patient at another clinic, but why would I discharge myself without the new clinic having all the proper paperwork? Or how could I transfer to a new clinic without having any of the paperwork from my previous clinic? I tell him my clinic is ready to discharge me because of my status of being a "5 day no-call no-show" from the gap from my 30th guest dose day, to the earliest appointment i could get at this location. I was still getting guest doses from another clinic so I wasn't aware I was being considered a no-call no-show. (at this point, I had already missed 2 doses waiting for this appointment) Anyways, thats a different story. So, he (program manager) tells me he can't help me and directs me to another clinic that could the next day. Wait, how could they help me in the same manner if i'm "still an active patient?" Seems like he was just trying to get rid of me. I could've been helped. This problem could've been solved. My home clinic was willing to help assist in the process with my paperwork too, but this clinic was INCOMPETENT and UNWILLING. All because of it being too much work. So they send me away knowing the % of relapses/ ODs/ suicides of people who can't get help. This place could've helped me. I could go on about everything that went wrong and nothing that went right, but if you're still reading and looking for methadone to help deal with addiction, stay AS FAR AWAY from Comprehensive Behavioral Health Center of St. Clair County as possible, because as far as they were concerned, they didn't care that they were sending me off to possibly relapse/OD/kill myself. I'm not sure how they consider themselves an ethical medical institution. It's disgusting.

Andy

3 years ago

This place offers all kinds of different programs, I can only review the MAT program. They accept all IL insurance, including Medicaid. It is definitely a little more strict and rigid than the for-profit MAT clinics. It works for me though because I do better with a little structure in my life. I would recommend you give them a call if you or someone you love needs a helping hand.

Response from the owner

Hi Andy,

We are very glad you had a positive experience and took the time to share it. We wish you all the best in the future. Please let us know if there is ever anything we can do for you.

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