Lake Behavioral Hospital

2615 Washington Street, Waukegan, IL 60085

✓ Joint Commission Est. 2018 1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Lake Behavioral Hospital

  • Location: Waukegan, IL — Joint Commission accredited
  • Levels of Care: Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Lake Behavioral Hospital

This provider delivers structured inpatient, outpatient, and day treatment for adolescents, adults, and older adults managing depression, trauma, anxiety, substance use, and co-occurring conditions. The care team offers intensive outpatient program (IOP) and partial hospitalization programs (PHP) with same-week admissions and flexible scheduling.
Therapists lead group sessions that strengthen coping skills, emotional regulation, and communication. Psychiatrists manage medications when needed. Clinicians design individualized plans that may include expressive therapies such as art and music, mindfulness practices like yoga and tai chi, and weekly family therapy. The team applies evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches throughout each stage of care.
Staff provide transportation assistance, ensure consistent daily structure, and support teens with on-site academic coordination. Discharge planners begin preparing aftercare early, connecting participants with trusted community providers to continue progress after the program ends.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Lake Behavioral Hospital provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women Adolescents Older Adults Young Adults

Amenities & Features

Fitness Center
Lounge

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient Outpatient Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Psychiatric hospital
Chlorpromazine Fluphenazine Haloperidol Loxapine Perphenazine Prochlorperazine Thiothixene Aripiprazole Brexpiprazole Clozapine Lurasidone Olanzapine Paliperidone Quetiapine Risperidone Ziprasidone Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Activity therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy Couples/family therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Group therapy Individual psychotherapy Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Crisis intervention team Psychiatric emergency onsite services Psychiatric emergency walk-in services
Private for-profit organization
Medicare Medicaid Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Private health insurance Cash or self-payment
Payment assistance (check with facility for details) Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Smoking permitted in designated area
Children/Adolescents Young Adults Adults Seniors
Spanish
Vaping permitted in designated area
Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Lake Behavioral Hospital

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 90 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Lake Behavioral Hospital offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 9 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Lake Behavioral Hospital works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

2615 Washington Street, Waukegan, IL, 60085

Quick Facts

Program90 days
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Insurance24 accepted
AccreditationJoint Commission

Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

Insurance verification · No obligation

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Individual Treatment Trauma Informed Medical

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Opioids Prescription Drugs Benzodiazepines Heroin Methamphetamine Marijuana

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Frequently Asked Questions

Lake Behavioral Hospital accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Lake Behavioral Hospital offers Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in IL or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 90 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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