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LSSI Portage Cragin Counseling Center

Chicago, IL

SAMHSA Verified IOP MAT Telehealth

IOP · MAT · Telehealth center · in Chicago, IL · Accepts Medicaid · Private · Serves veterans, adolescents, trauma survivors.

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About LSSI Portage Cragin Counseling Center

A private nonprofit center providing comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment, trauma-related counseling, and integrated primary care services.

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
IOP · MAT · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches
Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents
Special populations
Adolescents, Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients
Medications used
Buprenorphine with naloxone
Recovery supports
Self-help groups, Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Recovery coach, Mentoring/peer support, Employment counseling or training
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs; Medicaid; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; SAMHSA funding/block grants

Contact & Location

Address

4840 West Byron Street, Chicago, IL 60641

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Facility direct line

833-610-5774

Frequently Asked Questions

Does LSSI Portage Cragin Counseling Center accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, LSSI Portage Cragin Counseling Center accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific IL Medicaid plan. Call 833-610-5774 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does LSSI Portage Cragin Counseling Center offer?
This facility offers: IOP, MAT, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment.
Does LSSI Portage Cragin Counseling Center have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adolescents, Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military.
What therapy methods does LSSI Portage Cragin Counseling Center use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at LSSI Portage Cragin Counseling Center?
Call the facility directly at 833-610-5774 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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