Lake Behavioral Hospital
2615 Washington Street, Waukegan, IL 60085
✓ Joint Commission Est. 2018 1 care level
(833) 567-5838
Free · Confidential · 24/7
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.
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.
Who This Center Serves
Men
Men and Women
Women
Adolescents
Older Adults
Young Adults
Amenities & Features
Fitness Center
Lounge
Services Offered
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.
Contact Information
Quick Facts
| Program | 90 days |
| Focus | This center treats substance u... |
| Insurance | 24 accepted |
| Accreditation | Joint Commission |
Therapies & Methods
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
Insurance Accepted
Lake Behavioral Hospital works with 24 insurance providers.
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Information last verified: April 2026 · Data sourced from SAMHSA