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I did read reviews before going to NW CDH BHS and some did make me nervous. But here is the thing - and its a cliche but cliches are cliches because they are true - you only get out of it what you put into it. If you don't want to be there / aren't there by choice, there is ...
About Northwestern Medicine Behavioral Health Services Winfield
Located in Winfield, Illinois is the Northwestern Medicine Behavioral Health facility. This is a hospital facility that provides dedicated behavioral health services to adults and adolescents.
They have a targeted substance abuse recovery program here for adults 18 and older. Children aged 13 to 18 will be supported through the comprehensive mental health program here.
Services are offered in both an inpatient and outpatient setting and medical detox is followed up by residential treatment or outpatient care.
Structured Addiction Recovery
Although this is a hospital facility, you’ll find that their addiction recovery programs are comprehensive, person focused, and blend holistic therapies well with the clinical care they provide.
Many people who seek treatment here have moderate to severe substance use or chemical dependency. The medical detoxification services here are overseen by highly experienced medical professionals who help you work through detox so that you can start the early steps of addiction treatment.
The residential units are comfortable but still offer that clinical feel to them. However, this clinical atmosphere has not been a pain point for past clients and their families because the care is individualized and continuously customized to your recovery needs.
In fact, their quality care for people in recovery has been recognized consistently as Northwestern Medicine was ranked the number one hospital in the state for 13 years straight by US News and World Report.
Recovery Skills Development
Past clients have been consistent in sharing that the recovery services here are relevant and have helped them rebuild their lives as they work toward sobriety. You can expect to move into either one of their residential units or outpatient programs once you’re stabilized.
Within these programs, you’ll work on learning how to identify triggers and manage thoughts and feelings that might lead to relapse. You’ll also engage in continuing care group therapy sessions so you can keep the momentum you’ve built while in treatment here.
Fact checked and written by:
Nadia El-Yaouti, M. Ed.
Edited by:
Courtney Myers, MS
Facility Overview
15 - 30 Avg Length of Stay in Days
Latest Reviews
I have been here many times for inpatient and outpatient treatment. This is the best place to receive care in the larger area. Staff is amazing.
Was self admitted into inpatient for dual diagnosis for a 30 day stay out of pocket pay. The old Dr is out of his mind and was calling me fat, or told me I didn’t know what I was talking about when it’s my own body. Staff listened in on all my conversations from the phone to other clients. Then proceeded to call my significant other and mom to accuse me of trying to sell drugs. I made friends there and they accused me of trying to have relationships also. Finally, they listened in a conversation with another client where I swore and they kicked me out in less than 10 minutes and made me walk home to be off the property. Otherwise treatment is subpar, some useful things to be learned but PROCEED WITH CAUTION.
I have no idea why I was admitted here for outpatient treatment. When I had just turned 15 in June, 2024, I was psychologically assessed and admitted into outpatient treatment here. I came there struggling with anorexia nervosa — binge-purge pattern and self-harm, along with severe dissociation. Despite the fact I was binging and staving myself everyday, apparently just from one question, which was if I had lost weight in the past six months, they decided I didn’t have an eating disorder and started my treatment here. I responded no to the question because I had body dysmorphia and thought I was morbidly obese. The treatment here is subpar at best, with the adolescent program having you watch phinease and ferb all day instead of actually learning coping mechanisms or processing anything about your life. I was actively in a dissociative episode during my stay, which the staff failed to recognize and treat to any capacity. I didn’t eat my lunch there and nobody made me, even though I was actively struggling with an eating disorder that I had to remind every clinician of every six seconds. A kind physician there ended up recommending me a nutritionist (which my therapist later told me not to see because only dietitians should treat eating disorders). I met with my psychiatrist for three minutes on a IPad where he only asked me questions about my mood and obsessive-compulsions (I was later diagnosed with borderline personality disorder, not a mood or obsessive-compulsive disorder). I ended up only staying one day because they only told my mother she would be spending $200,000 out of pocket for my entire treatment at drop off. And by the way, my mother desperately tried to get a hold of financial services and they never picked up. After one day of treatment I was discharged despite still actively starving myself, still actively binge eating and still actively suicidal. I’m sure Northwestern of Winfield can give great support to the attended audience (if you have good insurance), but I was psychologically evaluated at a Northwestern clinic, so why was I admitted here despite this place clearly being grossly unprepared for those suffering from eating disorders, along with my insurance not covering my care at all. Seems very greedy to me to admit a patient into your care when you can’t even treat them. My therapist later told me she was unaware that Northwestern would admit me into one of their behavioral clinics, instead of doing what they legally should’ve done which was tell me they didn’t treat eating disorders and send me somewhere else. I ended up receiving treatment at Endeavor Health: Liden Oaks after I became underweight and emaciated because my anorexia had gone unmanaged, and there I was finally diagnosed with anorexia nervosa b/p pattern and bpd. Also my insurance actually covered it.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
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.
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 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.
As a flexible option, a partial hospitalization program (PHP) is tailored for those who don't require 24-hour care. PHP treatment can include daily therapeutic sessions and services such as relapse prevention and medication management. Based on your needs, PHP treatment duration can average 90 days and require a minimum of 20 hours of commitment weekly. While a partial hospitalization program typically requires a commute, telehealth may be available. PHP treatment costs can vary but are often covered by most insurance.
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.
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.
Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
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.
In Illinois, comprehensive substance abuse treatment programs are available for individuals struggling with substances and their mental health. These programs offer various levels of care, including outpatient, inpatient, and partial hospitalization options. Skilled clinicians utilize evidence-based therapies such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed care to address substance abuse and improve your mental health. You'll also learn strategies to cope with relapse triggers and deal with stress.
Programs
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.
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.
Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.
Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.
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.
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.
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.
Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.
Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. Specific dietary plans are designed by professional nutritionists or registered dietitians, and patients follow them in order to positively affect their physical and mental health.
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.
Dialectical behavior therapy in Illinois typically involves keeping a diary to track actions and emotions. Your therapist will use this diary to determine what to focus on during each session. In addition to individual sessions, you'll also attend group meetings where you are trained in coping skills.
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Staff & Accreditations
Staff
Howard B. Chrisman, MD
President and CEO
Craig A. Johnson
Executive VP and Chief Operating Officer
John A. Orsini
Executive Vice President and CFO
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
Contact Information
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Winfield, IL 60190
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