Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What does a typical day in the Summer Programs look like?
A typical day is structured around our standard PHP and IOP group therapy sessions, and then adds on the specialized activities from our Summer Programs. Each day is designed to be engaging, supportive, and tailored to the specific needs of the participants.
What qualifications do your staff have?
Our staff includes licensed therapists and experienced specialists trained in child, adolescent, and young adult mental health care. All programs are led by professionals with expertise in their respective therapeutic areas.
How can I be sure this program is the right fit?
Our admissions team works closely with each family to assess the patient's needs and match them with the appropriate PHP or IOP program. We recommend scheduling a consultation to discuss your child's specific challenges and goals.
What measures do you take to ensure safety during the programs?
Safety is our top priority. All activities are supervised by qualified staff, and our facilities adhere to the highest standards of safety and security. We maintain a low patient-to-staff ratio to ensure personal attention and care.
Why sign up now?
Submitting the form offers peace of mind knowing your child's summer is planned with purposeful and supportive care. Our programs are designed to address the unique needs of children, teens, and young adults, helping them to build confidence, develop essential coping skills, and ease the transition back to school. Summer is a good time to get ahead of any challenges before the school year starts.
About Compass Health Center
When mental health challenges begin to interfere with daily life, Compass Health Center provides immediate, specialized care. Our in-person and virtual, psychiatrist-led Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) programs support children, adolescents, young adults, and adults through structured, skills-based treatment.
Individuals and families work closely with a multidisciplinary treatment team and participate in daily group therapy to build tools for managing symptoms and strengthening functioning.
Our specialized clinicians deliver evidence-based care for trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD, school anxiety and refusal, and co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns.
Since 2011, Compass Health Center has served thousands of patients each year across Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington, D.C., Wisconsin, and Virginia.
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Helpful Resources
Crisis Text Line
Text HELLO to 741741 for 24/7 support.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1(800) 273-TALK for 24-hour crisis support.
NAMI
Call 1-800-950-NAMI for resources and support.
SAMHSA
Call or Text 1-800-985-5990 for crisis counseling.