Teen Substance Use and Dual Diagnosis Treatment in Illinois

EQ Perspectives provides comprehensive teen substance use and dual diagnosis treatment in Illinois for adolescents facing both mental health challenges and substance misuse. Our programs are designed to address the complex relationship between emotional distress and drug or alcohol use in teens ages 11 to 18. By combining therapeutic support and clinical expertise, we help teens recover from co-occurring conditions and build the skills necessary for long-term health and wellness.

Dually diagnosed adolescents—those with a mental health condition and a substance use disorder—often need more intensive support than traditional outpatient care can provide. Our team offers structured treatment through our partial hospitalization program (PHP) and intensive outpatient program (IOP), both of which include therapy multiple days per week and individualized treatment plans built around each teen’s needs.

At EQ Perspectives, our dual diagnosis care model integrates behavioral health and substance use treatment in a unified approach. Teens receive evidence-based therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). These techniques are combined with peer group discussions, psychoeducation, and relapse prevention planning. Our experienced clinicians guide teens toward greater self-awareness, resilience, and behavioral regulation.

In addition to clinical therapy, we emphasize family engagement, knowing that recovery is more sustainable when caregivers are informed and involved. Through family sessions and ongoing communication, we help parents and guardians understand addiction, support healthy boundaries, and reinforce positive behavior changes at home.

Our programs support teens who are misusing alcohol, marijuana, prescription medications, or other substances—often as a way to cope with anxiety, trauma, depression, or peer pressure. We help teens explore the root causes of their substance use and replace harmful behaviors with healthy alternatives through expressive therapies, mindfulness practices, and structured routines.

EQ Perspectives proudly offers in-person services at our Burr Ridge location and virtual treatment options across Illinois. This ensures access to specialized care for teens and families in urban and rural communities alike.

If your teen is struggling with substance use and emotional distress, contact EQ Perspectives today. Our adolescent dual diagnosis programs provide life-changing support on the path to recovery.