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Rediscover Hope: Premier Mental Health Residential Treatment Center in Northbrook, Illinois

Adult residential care • Northbrook, Illinois

Rediscover Hope: Premier Mental Health Residential Treatment Center in Northbrook, Illinois

Suncloud Health’s residential treatment center in Northbrook, Illinois offers a structured, immersive healing environment for individuals facing complex mental health and substance use challenges.

SunCloud Health group gathered at the residential treatment center

Why Trust SunCloud Health for Residential Treatment in Northbrook, Illinois?

When it comes to choosing a residential treatment center, trust is paramount. At SunCloud Health in Northbrook, Illinois, we have built a reputation for compassionate, comprehensive care that addresses the whole person.

Expert Leadership

Our programs are led by Dr. Kim Dennis, a nationally recognized psychiatrist with over two decades of experience in treating addiction and eating disorders. Her leadership ensures that our treatment approaches are both evidence-based and deeply empathetic.

Integrated, Whole-Person Care

We specialize in treating complex co-occurring conditions, including eating disorders, substance use disorders, mood disorders, and trauma. Our integrated treatment model ensures that all aspects of an individual’s health are addressed simultaneously, promoting comprehensive healing.

Accredited Excellence

SunCloud Health is accredited by The Joint Commission, reflecting our commitment to the highest standards of patient safety and care quality.

Patient Testimonials

Our patients’ experiences speak volumes about the care we provide. One former patient described their time at SunCloud Health as “the best decision of my life,” highlighting the gratitude and love they felt for the center. They emphasized the skills they learned in coping, self-compassion, emotional regulation, and self-care, stating that the treatment created a foundation they never had before.

Choosing SunCloud Health means entrusting your care to a team that sees you as a whole person, not just a diagnosis. If you’re seeking comprehensive residential treatment in Northbrook, Illinois, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

5 Key Takeaways About Residential Treatment in Northbrook, Illinois

  1. Integrated Treatment Approach

    For those who need it, address substance use disorders, eating disorders, mood disorders, and trauma concurrently, providing cohesive care under one roof.

  2. Expert-Led Programs

    Dr. Kim Dennis and our multidisciplinary team offer personalized treatment plans grounded in evidence-based practices.

  3. Comprehensive Continuum of Care

    From outpatient services to residential treatment, we offer seamless transitions to support every stage of recovery.

  4. Two Residential Units, Personalized Care

    Our Northbrook residential program includes two units. Our Eating Disorders, Addiction, and Co-Occurring (EDAC) unit specializes in co-occurring eating disorders and substance use disorders, while our other unit serves a broader range of treatment needs.

  5. Inclusive and Affirming Environment

    We provide culturally competent, LGBTQIA+-affirming care, ensuring a safe and supportive space for all individuals.

Voices from the SunCloud community

Care, connection.
In their own words.

Hear what people have shared about SunCloud’s care, community, and support. These selected reviews reflect different experiences across SunCloud, including outpatient care and professional referrals.

A community for recovery
“SunCloud does a very good job of creating a communal and recovery enabling environment among patients in both residential and outpatient.”
Review discussing residential and outpatient careGoogle review excerpt
Group & individual support
“The group therapy environment along with the individual care you receive is truly amazing.”
Outpatient experienceGoogle review excerpt
Care for the whole person
“SunCloud provides personalized and individualized care, treating the whole person, not just a part of them.”
Community partner perspectiveGoogle review excerpt
Communication & guidance
“They go above and beyond with communication and patient care and work with clients to find their best path for treatment.”
Referring provider perspectiveGoogle review excerpt
A comfortable environment
“The facility is modern, clean and spacious. It is a comfortable inviting space that is perfect to spend time working on yourself.”
SunCloud care experienceGoogle review excerpt
From Struggle to Strength: Northbrook Success Stories

Our patients’ journeys exemplify the transformative power of integrated care. One individual shared, “SunCloud Health gave me the tools and support I needed to reclaim my life. The staff’s compassion and expertise made all the difference.” These stories highlight the profound impact of our personalized treatment programs.

Our integrated approach

Proven Approach: Integrated Residential Treatment in Northbrook, Illinois

We provide a unique, integrated approach that simultaneously addresses co-occurring disorders, including addiction, eating disorders and mental health disorders, ensuring comprehensive care tailored to each individual’s needs.

At SunCloud Health, our residential treatment in Northbrook, Illinois is grounded in a transdiagnostic, integrated care model that addresses co-occurring conditions such as substance use disorders, eating disorders, mood disorders, and trauma simultaneously. This approach ensures that all facets of a patient’s mental health are treated cohesively, rather than in isolation.

Our treatment modalities include:

Emotions & skills

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

teaches skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, helping individuals manage intense emotions and reduce self-destructive behaviors.

Thoughts & behaviors

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors, providing tools to cope with various mental health challenges.

Acceptance & values

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

encourages individuals to accept their thoughts and feelings rather than fighting them, promoting psychological flexibility and commitment to personal values.

Motivation & change

Motivational Interviewing

a collaborative approach that enhances motivation to change by exploring and resolving ambivalence, empowering individuals to make positive decisions.

Community & recovery

12-Step Facilitation

integrates the principles of 12-step programs, fostering a sense of community and support in the recovery process.

Creativity & expression

Expressive Therapies (e.g., art therapy)

utilizes creative processes to help individuals express emotions, reduce anxiety, and improve self-esteem.

Trauma & recovery

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

An evidence-based therapy for PTSD that helps patients examine and work through trauma-related beliefs.

Trauma & skills

Trauma-Focused CBT (CBT-TF)

Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy supports patients in addressing trauma-related thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

Additional treatment options

Spravato & TMS

SunCloud Health also offers Spravato and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Ask our team about clinical eligibility and how these options may fit your treatment plan.

Awareness & recovery

Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention

combines mindfulness practices with relapse prevention strategies, aiding individuals in maintaining long-term recovery.

Medication & support

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) when clinically appropriate

combines FDA-approved medications with counseling and behavioral therapies to treat substance use disorders effectively.

This comprehensive strategy allows us to tailor treatment plans to each individual’s unique needs, promoting sustainable recovery and personal growth.

Conditions we treat

Comprehensive Care: Conditions Treated at Our Northbrook Residential Treatment Center

At SunCloud Health’s residential treatment center in Northbrook, Illinois, we provide integrated care for adults facing complex mental health and substance use challenges. Our transdiagnostic approach ensures that co-occurring conditions are addressed simultaneously, promoting holistic healing. Primary Conditions Treated:

Trauma & healing

Trauma and PTSD

Addressing the impact of past traumatic experiences on current functioning.

Our integrated model ensures that each individual’s unique combination of challenges is met with a personalized treatment plan. 

Care that meets you where you are

Comprehensive Continuum of Care: Navigating Levels of Treatment at SunCloud Health in Northbrook, Illinois

Our residential program is part of a connected continuum of care. As your needs change, the level of support can change with you.

24/7 support

Adult Residential Treatment

A supportive place to stay, with round-the-clock care and an integrated treatment plan.

About residential care

Our residential treatment program offers 24/7 care in a supportive, therapeutic environment. Ideal for individuals requiring intensive support, this level of care provides a safe space to address complex mental health and substance use disorders. Patients engage in comprehensive therapies, including individual and group sessions, experiential activities, and holistic practices, all tailored to foster deep healing.

Structured daytime care

Partial Hospitalization (PHP)

Structured treatment during the day, with a return home in the evening.

About PHP

The Partial Hospitalization Program serves as a bridge between inpatient care and outpatient services. Operating five days a week, patients participate in structured therapeutic activities during the day and return home in the evenings. This level is suitable for those who need substantial support but have a stable home environment

Explore PHP

Support alongside daily life

Intensive Outpatient (IOP)

Therapy several times a week to keep building skills and support ongoing recovery.

About IOP

Our Intensive Outpatient Program offers flexibility for individuals transitioning from higher levels of care or those needing more support than traditional outpatient therapy. Patients attend therapy sessions multiple times a week, focusing on skill-building, relapse prevention, and ongoing recovery strategies.

Evening virtual IOP option

Understanding the demands of daily life, our Virtual Evening IOP provides accessible care for those balancing work, school, or family commitments. This program delivers the same quality therapeutic interventions as our in-person IOP, all from the comfort of home during evening hours.

Explore virtual IOP
Explore IOP

Your care can move in either direction. People can step up or down based on their needs. Not everyone follows every level in this order.

Residential support for teens · Matteson, Illinois

Adolescent & Teen Residential Treatment

For adolescent girls ages 13–18

When a teen needs more support than outpatient care can provide, our Matteson residential program offers a structured place to heal with 24-hour support. Integrated treatment addresses mental health challenges and co-occurring conditions, with family involvement and educational support.

Insurance & payment support

Accessible Care: Insurance Accepted at Our Northbrook Facility

Understanding the financial aspects of treatment is crucial. At SunCloud Health, we strive to make our residential treatment in Northbrook, Illinois accessible by accepting a variety of insurance plans.

Insurance providers

  • Blue Cross Blue ShieldIllinois and out-of-state PPO plans
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Humana
  • Magellan Health
  • Beacon / Carelon Behavioral Health
  • ComPsych
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These additional listings come from our insurance page. Our financial coordinators can confirm which benefits apply to your program and individual plan.

Additional providers and plans

  • BCBS Federal
  • Curative
  • Optum / United Behavioral Health
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
  • UMR
  • Oxford
  • Medica
  • AllSavers
  • VA
  • First Health
  • Meritain
  • HealthSmart
  • Aetna Student
  • EverNorth Behavioral Health
  • Great West
  • HealthGram
  • Health Partners
  • Provider Network of America
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

BCBS Illinois HMO network groups

  • DULY
  • Advocate Lutheran
  • UIC Physicians Group
  • Unified Physicians Network
  • Independent Phys at Mercy
  • Advocate South Suburban
  • Advocate Christ
  • Advocate Good Shepard
  • Advocate IL Masonic
  • Advocate Halsted
  • Access Community (PCP referral required)
  • Advocate Condell Phys Partners
  • Advocate Sherman
  • Advocate Health Care Rolling Meadows
  • EPH – IPA
  • EPH – Silver Cross
  • Loyola Partners
  • Northwestern (evening and ED programs only)
  • Amita Health (RTC mental health only)

Out-of-network plans with single-case agreement options

  • UHP
  • Homestead Plans
  • Healthlink
  • Health Alliance
  • Tufts

SunCloud does not currently participate with Medicaid, Medicare, or Medicare Supplemental plans.

For the full list and plan details, explore payments & insurance or call 872-400-5076.

A clear next step

Navigating the Admission Process: What to Expect at Our Northbrook Residential Treatment Center

Embarking on the journey to recovery begins with a compassionate and thorough admission process at SunCloud Health. Here’s what you can expect:

Talk with Admissions
  1. 01

    Initial Contact

    Reach out to our admissions team via phone or our online contact form. Our specialists are trained to listen attentively and provide information about our programs.

  2. 02

    Insurance Verification

    We assist in verifying your insurance benefits and discuss financial options to make the process as smooth as possible.

  3. 03

    Comprehensive Assessment

    We conduct a detailed evaluation to understand your medical history, mental health status, and specific needs. This step ensures that our program is the right fit for you.

  4. 04

    Admission Scheduling

    Once all assessments and verifications are complete, we schedule your admission date, ensuring a seamless transition into our care.

  5. 05

    Personalized Treatment Planning

    If admitted, our multidisciplinary team collaborates to develop a customized treatment plan that addresses your unique challenges and goals.

Our goal is to make the admission process as supportive and stress-free as possible, setting the stage for effective treatment and healing.

Residential admissions support

Talk With Our Northbrook Residential Team

We will explain the admission process, review insurance, and help you understand whether residential treatment fits your needs.

“SunCloud has given me my life back.”

Google review excerpt

The human side of healing

Where Compassion Meets Healing: Northbrook’s Premier Treatment Experience

Round-the-clock support

Seen.
Heard.
Cared for.

A warm, restorative setting for your next chapter.

At SunCloud Health, healing is deeply human.

Our residential treatment program in Northbrook offers round-the-clock support in a warm, restorative setting where individuals feel seen, heard, and cared for.

Our integrated care model brings together expert clinicians, evidence-based therapies, and a compassionate community to treat the whole person.

Mind

Emotional resilience

Body

Physical wellness

Spirit

Connection and inner strength

Here, patients grow, reconnect with themselves, and build the inner strength needed to move forward with confidence.

Visual Insight: A Glimpse into Our Northbrook Residential Treatment Center

Our Northbrook residential treatment center is designed to provide a comfortable and healing environment.

Facility highlights

  • Room to rest

    Private and semi-private rooms

  • Space for care

    Therapy rooms equipped for individual and group sessions

  • Time to connect

    Common areas for relaxation and socialization

  • Room to reflect

    Outdoor spaces for reflection and recreation

The serene setting supports our holistic approach to recovery, fostering a sense of peace and well-being.

The people behind your care

Meet Our Expert Team: Compassionate Care in Northbrook, Illinois

Meet members of SunCloud Health’s leadership and adult clinical team. Their expertise supports our integrated approach to care across SunCloud programs, including residential treatment in Northbrook.

Your care team is assigned based on your program and individual needs.

Progress with purpose

Envisioning
Success.
The Journey Through Residential Treatment in Northbrook, Illinois

Success in our residential program is defined by meaningful progress in mental health, personal development, and readiness for life beyond treatment.

What progress can look like

Skills for daily life

Improved coping strategies and emotional regulation.

Stronger connections

Strengthened interpersonal relationships and communication skills.

A deeper sense of self

Enhanced self-awareness and self-esteem.

A plan for what comes next

Development of a sustainable aftercare plan to maintain recovery post-discharge.

Life beyond treatment

Patients often leave our program with a renewed sense of purpose, equipped with the tools necessary to navigate life’s challenges.

Progress you can measure

Measuring Success: Patient-Reported Outcomes

Patient-reported measures help our team understand progress and inform care.

2025 published outcomesAdult results across SunCloud residential and outpatient programs

These are combined program results, not a Northbrook-only sample. Average changes do not guarantee an individual outcome.

Depression symptoms: admission to discharge

PHQ-9 scores · Lower scores reflect fewer symptoms.

Adults with a depression diagnosis

At admission14.46
At discharge7.29

Adult patient sample

At admission13.7
At discharge6.7

Other measures in the 2025 report

Patient-reported symptom scores · Lower scores reflect fewer symptoms.

STAI-Short

Anxiety

Adult patient sample

State anxiety
At admission2.3
At discharge1.7
Trait anxiety
At admission2.6
At discharge1.9
EDE-Q

Eating disorder symptoms

Adults with eating disorder diagnoses

At admission3.1
At discharge2.2
PCL-5

PTSD symptoms

Adults with trauma diagnoses

At admission34.7
At discharge25.8
WHOQOL-BREF

Quality of life

Four dimensions of adult well-being

Physical healthPsychological well-beingSocial relationshipsEnvironment

Beyond the numbers

Why measuring progress matters

Hear the patient’s perspective

Understand changes over time

Inform ongoing care

See the fuller picture.

Source: our published 2025 report. Ask our team about today’s measurement tools.

View the Full Outcomes Report

A conversation can be the first step

Take the First Step: Begin Your Recovery in Northbrook, Illinois

If you or a loved one is struggling with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, our residential treatment center in Northbrook, Illinois is here to help.

Here to help you get started

Talk with our admissions team.

Ask your questions and get guidance on beginning treatment.

Call Admissions872-400-5076Prefer to reach out online? Contact Us

Your path to recovery starts with a single, courageous step.

Connected by design

Distinctive Excellence: What Sets SunCloud Health Apart in Northbrook

SunCloud Health’s residential treatment in Northbrook, Illinois brings these strengths together through integrated, personalized care.

At the center

You. Your needs.
Your care.

Integrated, personalized treatment

Transdiagnostic Integrated Model

Simultaneously addresses multiple co-occurring disorders.

Expert Leadership

Guided by Dr. Kim Dennis, a renowned psychiatrist specializing in eating disorders and addiction.

Full Continuum of Care

From outpatient services to residential treatment, ensuring seamless transitions.

Two Residential Units

Our specialized EDAC unit treats co-occurring eating disorders and substance use disorders. Our other residential unit serves a broader range of treatment needs.

Trauma-Informed Staff

Clinicians trained to address the impact of trauma on mental health.

These elements combine to create a nurturing environment conducive to lasting recovery.

Frequently Asked Questions About Residential Treatment in Northbrook, Illinois

How long does residential treatment typically last?

The duration of residential treatment at SunCloud Health varies based on individual needs and progress. Our team conducts comprehensive assessments to determine the appropriate length of stay, ensuring each patient receives personalized care tailored to their recovery journey.

What is the process to get more information or start treatment?

To learn more or begin the admission process, you can contact our admissions team at 872-400-5076 or fill out our online contact form at suncloudhealth.com/contact-us. Our specialists will guide you through the next steps, including initial assessments and insurance verification.

What success rates or outcomes can I expect?

Individual outcomes vary. Our published 2025 outcomes report describes adult patient-reported changes across residential and outpatient programs using measures including the PHQ-9. These combined results are not specific to Northbrook and do not guarantee an individual result. Ask our team which measures apply to your treatment today.

What types of insurance are accepted?

SunCloud Health accepts a range of insurance plans, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and others. Our financial coordinators can assist in verifying your benefits and discussing payment options.

Visit our Northbrook residential center

Getting Here: Directions to Our Northbrook Residential Treatment Center

Northbrook, Illinois

SunCloud Health
Residential Treatment Center

1535 Lake Cook Road
Suites 300 & 500
Northbrook, IL 60062

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Begin Your Journey: Contact Our Northbrook Residential Treatment Center Today

If you or a loved one is seeking comprehensive residential treatment in Northbrook, Illinois, SunCloud Health is here to support you. Our integrated approach addresses co-occurring disorders with personalized care plans.

Take the first step toward recovery by reaching out to our compassionate team today.

-Our Research Team-
Timothy D. Brewerton, MD, DLFAPA, FAED, DFAACAP, CEDS-S
Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Dr. Christopher Womack
Medical Director, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Dr. Christopher Womack joins SunCloud as our Medical Director, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.

Dr. Womack is board certified in Adult as well as Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, attending the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. Adult psychiatry residency and child fellowship training were completed at the University of Chicago Medical Center.

Dr. Womack’s treatment  philosophy hinges on strength based, evidence informed care, where collaboration is central to guiding individualized treatment.  He has experience caring for children and teens from varied backgrounds, appreciating the importance of how identity can inform treatment.

Favorite pastimes are cooking new recipes and exploring Chicago’s rich cultural diversity through its neighborhood and fine dining experiences.

Elizabeth E. Sita, MD
Medical Director of Adult Services

Dr. Elizabeth E. Sita, MD, is a Board Certified psychiatrist specializing in the care of patients with eating disorders. She completed her undergraduate training at the University of Chicago and graduated with Highest Honors. She then earned her medical degree at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and was recognized with the Chairman’s Award for Excellence in Psychiatry. She subsequently completed residency with the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University, where she was elected Chief Resident and received the Resident Psychiatrist Leadership & Service Award.

Upon completing her training, Dr. Sita joined the staff atAscension Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital Hospital, where she served as Assistant Medical Director of the Center for Eating Disorders and Director of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Services before transitioning to lead the new inpatient eating disorder unit as Medical Director of Eating Disorder Services at Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital – Chicago. In these roles, she has cared for a multitude of adolescents and adults struggling with anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and other eating disorders as well as severe, cooccurring mood, trauma, personality, and substance use disorders.

Dr. Sita has been recognized throughout her training and practice for a commitment to excellence in patient care and for her ability to engage patients in their most challenging moments. Her passions include the care of treatment-resistant eating and mood disorders as well as questions of medical capacity and end-of-life decision making.

She believes that, first and foremost, human connection is key to mental health and well-being and strives to share this philosophy in each and every patient encounter. She is excited to bring her expertise to SunCloud Health as the Medical Director of Adult Services!

 

VIDEO: Meet Elizabeth E. Sita, MD, Medical Director of Adult Services

 

Lacey Lemke, PsyD
Assistant Vice President of Clinical Services

Dr. Lacey Lemke (she/her) is a licensed clinical health psychologist with specialized expertise in the treatment of eating disorders and the practice of medical and health psychology. She completed her doctoral training in clinical psychology with a Primary Care emphasis at the Adler School of Professional Psychology. Dr. Lemke went on to complete both her predoctoral clinical internship and postdoctoral fellowship through Ascension Health, where she gained advanced training working with individuals experiencing eating disorders and self-injurious behaviors, as well as within pediatric subspecialty settings including endocrinology, neurology, and adolescent medicine.

Dr. Lemke is deeply committed to providing evidence-based, compassionate care and collaborates closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive treatment. Her professional mission is to support patients in achieving their fullest potential by guiding them to the most appropriate level of care and empowering them to make meaningful, sustainable progress toward improved health and well-being.

VIDEO: 2. Meet Lacey Lemke, PsyD.