Online Outpatient Addiction Treatment in Illinois

Addiction treatment plays a vital role in addressing Illinois’ serious substance abuse crisis. In 2023 alone, the state recorded 2,855 lives lost to opioid overdoses, with nearly 70% of these cases involving multiple substances. This ongoing crisis affects communities across Illinois, from urban centers to rural areas, highlighting the critical need for comprehensive treatment options.

Accessible substance abuse treatment helps:

• Prevent overdose deaths and save lives
• Support individuals struggling with addiction
• Restore families and communities affected by substance use
• Reduce the burden on healthcare and public safety systems
• Improve public health outcomes across the state

Eleanor Health addresses this critical need by providing accessible, comprehensive care through our virtual outpatient program. Our combination of medication-assisted treatment, counseling, and peer support services makes it possible for people across Illinois to receive quality addiction treatment, regardless of their location. By offering flexible, personalized care options, we help individuals overcome addiction and work toward lasting recovery while staying connected to their communities.

Mental health treatment is essential in addressing a growing healthcare crisis affecting millions of Illinois residents. Over 2.1 million adults in the state experience mental health challenges annually, with approximately 500,000 facing serious mental illness. This widespread need for care is complicated by significant barriers to access.

The challenges in mental health care include:

• Limited access to mental health professionals in many communities
• Higher out-of-network costs compared to primary care
• Nearly half a million adults are unable to receive needed mental health care
• A close connection between mental health and substance use disorders

Eleanor Health recognizes that mental health and addiction often go hand in hand. Our integrated approach combines mental health support with addiction treatment, ensuring you receive comprehensive care for both conditions. Through our virtual services, we make quality mental health care more accessible and affordable, helping to bridge the treatment gap that affects so many Illinois residents.

Different stages of recovery may require different levels of care. Addiction treatment facilities offer several treatment options to match your specific needs and circumstances:

Inpatient treatment programs provide 24/7 medical care in a hospital setting, which is often necessary for drug and alcohol detox or when more intensive recovery support services are needed.

Residential treatment programs provide a structured living environment with comprehensive therapeutic programming for individuals who require around-the-clock recovery support.

As an outpatient treatment provider, Eleanor Health offers flexible care that accommodates your daily life, enabling you to balance work and family commitments while receiving treatment.

While we specialize in outpatient therapy, we understand everyone’s journey is different. If you need a higher level of care first, we’ll help connect you with trusted providers who can support you through those early stages of recovery.

Outpatient treatment programs offer a range of care levels within a comprehensive continuum of care. Each level provides a different intensity of treatment to match individual needs:

• Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) offer the most structured environment, with treatment sessions running several hours per day, multiple days per week.
• Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) provide a balanced approach, typically meeting 2-3 times per week for several hours each session.
• Standard Outpatient services involve regular appointments that work around daily commitments.

Your care team will continuously evaluate your progress and adjust the level of care accordingly. This flexible approach ensures appropriate support at every recovery stage while accommodating work, family, and personal responsibilities.

Your recovery journey deserves a treatment approach that’s as unique as you are. That’s why our multidisciplinary team combines evidence-based treatments with personalized support to help you heal and grow. We offer proven behavioral therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you identify and change unhelpful thought patterns, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to build emotional regulation skills, and family therapy to strengthen your support system. Combined with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), these therapeutic approaches help you develop practical life skills, manage stress, and build a strong foundation for lasting recovery. Through our virtual care in Illinois, you’ll have access to both individual therapy sessions and group counseling services, creating a personalized experience in a structured environment.

Research strongly supports the effectiveness of virtual addiction treatment programs. A Yale study found that 67% of virtual therapy participants achieved remission from substance use disorder. These outcomes demonstrate that virtual treatment can be just as effective as traditional in-person care.

Co-occurring mental health conditions happen when someone experiences both a substance use disorder and mental health concerns at the same time. Research suggests that more than 40% of people with a substance use disorder also have a co-occurring disorder. Common examples include:

• Depression or anxiety alongside alcohol abuse
• PTSD combined with substance abuse
• Bipolar disorder with drug abuse
• Attention deficit disorders with substance abuse

Co-occurring disorders often influence each other, which is why treating both simultaneously through our integrated holistic approach leads to better outcomes. Many people find that addressing underlying mental health conditions is a crucial part of their recovery journey.

Our comprehensive approach to opioid addiction treatment combines several evidence-based practices:

• Medication-assisted treatment using FDA-approved medications to manage cravings and withdrawal symptoms
• Individual therapy to address underlying causes and develop coping strategies
• Group therapy sessions for peer support and shared learning
• Regular check-ins with your dedicated treatment team
• Mental health support for co-occurring conditions
• Case management to coordinate your care and recovery needs

We understand that recovery from opioid use disorder looks different for everyone. That’s why we create flexible, personalized care plans that evolve with your progress. Our long-term support includes relapse prevention strategies and ongoing connection to our alumni program, ensuring you have the tools and support needed for sustained recovery.

At Eleanor Health, we take a whole-person approach to alcohol addiction recovery. Our comprehensive treatment program includes:

• Evidence-based behavioral health therapies
• Medication management when appropriate
• Individual and group counseling
• Family counseling
• Trauma-informed care
• Case management services
• Music therapy, art therapy, and expressive therapies
• Connection to local recovery community
• Aftercare planning for long-term recovery success

Our experienced team creates a personalized recovery program that combines these services to address both the physical and emotional aspects of alcohol addiction. We understand that recovery looks different for everyone, which is why we offer flexible programming that adapts to your specific needs while providing consistent support and structure throughout your recovery journey.

Medical detoxification is often a crucial first step in addiction programs, providing supervised care during withdrawal from drugs or alcohol. Since withdrawal symptoms can be dangerous, clinical staff monitor patients 24/7 and may use FDA-approved medications to manage symptoms safely.

While we don’t provide medical detox services or residential treatments at our facility, our admissions team can help coordinate these services with trusted partners when needed. We work closely with local providers to ensure a smooth transition into our outpatient care once you’re ready.