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Yellowbrick

Evanston, IL

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission

in Evanston, IL.

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About Yellowbrick

Yellowbrick specializes in the treatment of troubled emerging adults ages (16-30) and their families using cutting-edge treatments. They have created a developmentally specialized, research-based clinical model that integrates cutting-edge findings from neuroscience, innovative psychotherapies, strength-based life skills and wellness medicine. Treatment is provided across all diagnoses and levels of care from residential through partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient programs (IOP), outpatient and wrap-around supportive services. Yellowbrick treats a variety of mental health issues such as bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, thought disorder, ADHD, eating disorders, PTSD, and OCD.
Clients will go through an initial assessment that helps define the core strengths and struggles of the individual. Yellowbrick provides a wide variety of programs including a Trauma Recovery Program, a Rewards Alternative Program, and a Soma-Self program. “The Rewards Alternative Program IOP provides educational, experiential and interpersonal groups which assist individuals to engage motivation, vitalization of the self and reward through choices other than substance use and compulsive stimulating behaviors.The Soma-Self IOP provides educational, experiential, and interpersonal groups assisting individuals who have a troubled relationship with their bodies. This includes individuals with eating disorders, body dysmorphic disorder, and a history of trauma, illness or injury, gender dysphoria, etc. Supported meals are also available daily at both The Residence and Consultation & Treatment Center.”
Yellowbrick is located in the city of Evanston, Illinois on Chicago’s North Shore. The facility is a 4 story apartment building with three 3-bedroom apartments and a 2-bedroom garden apartment where up to 15 residents live during treatment. Additional community space is provided for group activities and leisure. “Yellowbrick establishes a safe, strengthening, and challenging environment in which emerging adults can acquire the skills and competencies necessary to effectively manage their lives.”

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Yellowbrick accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (866) 442-9988 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other IL centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Yellowbrick offer?
Does Yellowbrick have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Yellowbrick use?
Specific therapy approaches are not listed in SAMHSA data. Contact the facility for clinical details.
How do I start treatment at Yellowbrick?
Call the facility directly at (866) 442-9988 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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