Comprehensive Residential Treatment Center for Adolescent Girls in Matteson, Illinois

At SunCloud Health’s new residential treatment center for adolescent girls in Matteson, Illinois, we provide comprehensive, evidence-based care for teens ages 13–17 navigating complex mental health challenges on our three-acre campus in a quiet residential neighborhood. Our campus program offers a safe, structured, and supportive environment where teens can heal, learn, and grow, all while receiving the highest level of personalized care.

This residential program leverages the same integrated, trauma-informed modalities as our highly effective Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for adolescents, with the added benefit of 24-hour support and a fully immersive on-campus therapeutic community.

Who We Treat at Our Matteson, IL Residential Program for Adolescent Girls

Our Matteson, Illinois residential treatment center for adolescent girls is designed for those experiencing:

  • Eating disorders including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and ARFID
  • Mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder
  • Anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, and OCD
  • Trauma- and stressor-related disorders including PTSD and complex trauma
  • Substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions
  • Self-harm behaviors or significant emotional dysregulation

Support for More Than One Disorder

While some young people may come to us with only one diagnosis, many adolescents who come to SunCloud Health are not dealing with just one condition – they are navigating co-occurring disorders, also known as dual diagnosis. This means they are experiencing two or more mental health or behavioral health conditions at the same time.

For example, a teen might have anxiety and an eating disorder, or depression and substance use disorder, or PTSD and obsessive-compulsive disorder. These conditions often interact and intensify one another, making symptoms more complicated to treat.

In traditional treatment settings, these issues are sometimes addressed separately – one provider might treat the eating disorder while another treats depression. Unfortunately, this fragmented approach can leave important connections between the conditions unaddressed. When the underlying causes or contributing factors of both conditions aren’t treated together, relapse risk increases and lasting recovery becomes harder to achieve.

At SunCloud Health, our integrated treatment model addresses all co-occurring conditions at the same time, with one coordinated care team. This means our therapists, psychiatrists, dietitians, and medical providers communicate daily, sharing insights and adjusting treatment plans in real time.

This approach ensures that:

  • We are treating the whole person, not just one diagnosis.

     

  • Each therapeutic intervention supports progress across all conditions.

     

  • Families have a single, unified treatment plan with clear goals and consistent support.

By specializing in co-occurring disorders, our residential program provides adolescent girls with the best chance at true, sustainable recovery – helping them manage symptoms, build healthy coping strategies, and move toward a brighter future.

Our Integrated Approach to Teen Residential Mental Health Treatment in Illinois

We believe effective treatment must be both comprehensive and individualized. At our Illinois residential treatment program for teens, the multidisciplinary team works closely with each teen and their family to create a care plan that meets her unique needs. Treatment includes:

  • Child Psychiatry, including active involvement of child and adolescent psychiatrist in individual medication management, psychotherapy, milieu management decisions and family engagement/psychoeducation
  • Individual therapy
  • Milieu Therapy such as process groups, a daily community meeting, and psychoeducational groups focusing on skill-building, peer support, and self-expression
  • Family therapy and family groups using an Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) approach and a family-systems theoretical orientation to strengthen relationships and improve communication
  • Expressive therapies including Adventure Therapy and Forest Therapy
  • Evidence-based modalities such as DBT, CBT, CPT, ACT, and ERP
  • Educational programming with an on-campus classroom and an on-site teacher with M-F academic hours, coordinated with home school districts
  • Trauma-informed care that prioritizes safety and empowerment
  • Nutrition support from registered dietitians for those with eating disorders
  • 24/7 nursing

No Two Teens Are Alike: Individualized Treatment for Mood, Eating Disorders, Substance and Trauma/PTSD

Why Residential Treatment in Matteson, IL Works for Adolescent Girls

Residential treatment offers a uniquely immersive campus environment where teen girls can step away from daily stressors and focus entirely on healing. The 24/7 structure allows for:

  • Consistent therapeutic support

     

  • A safe space for emotional regulation

     

  • Opportunities to practice new coping skills in real time

     

  • A strong peer community that fosters connection and understanding

     

This level of care is ideal for adolescents who need more support than outpatient or PHP can provide, or who are stepping down from inpatient care but are not yet ready to return home full time.

Teen Girl
Mother and Son

Family Involvement

Healing doesn’t happen in isolation. Our residential program actively engages parents and caregivers through regular family therapy sessions, education, and ongoing communication. We equip families with tools to support their teen’s recovery and maintain progress after treatment.

Continuing Care and Transition Planning

From day one, we begin planning for each teen’s transition out of residential care. This may include stepping down to our PHP or Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), coordinating with outpatient providers, and ensuring a robust aftercare plan to maintain momentum.

Contact Us

Located in the heart of Matteson, Illinois, our residential treatment center is easily accessible to families throughout Chicago’s south suburbs and across the state. We proudly serve adolescents and families both from nearby communities throughout Chicago and around the country.

If your child or loved one is struggling with a mental health condition or co-occurring disorders, SunCloud Health’s Residential Treatment Program for Adolescent Girls offers compassionate, specialized care to help her heal and thrive.

Call SunCloud Health in Matteson, Illinois today to speak with our admissions team and learn more about our residential treatment program for adolescent girls and how we can help your teen heal and thrive.

The Right Treatment Program for Your Teen, the First Time.

Katlyn Heath
Director of Family Services

Katlyn Heath is an Independently Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the Director of Family Services at SunCloud Health. She holds a Master of Science in Family Psychotherapy from San Diego State University and a Bachelor of Science in Human Development from DePaul University. She spent several years working with teens and families in higher levels of hospitalized care before opening her own private practice that has continued to thrive for over 6 years. Specializing in eating disorder recovery, codependency, and covert abuse recovery, Katlyn integrates evidence-based practices and emphasizes collaboration with teens and their families to ensure alignment on treatment goals and lasting outcomes.