Doctors and social services: Call Ascension Illinois Behavioral Medicine Call Center,
855-383-2224, to refer a patient to our mental health specialists and behavioral health therapists, or use this
form.
If you are concerned about symptoms of depression for yourself or a loved one, mental health professionals at Ascension Illinois can help. We offer care at multiple locations throughout Chicagoland. To find a location or schedule an appointment, call 24/7, 855-383-2224.
You’ll talk to an experienced care team member who listens to understand your health concerns. You’ll also receive a mental health assessment over the phone, at no cost to you. This will help us connect you to a specialist or licensed counselor who diagnoses and treats all types of mood disorders, including:
- Bipolar disorder
- Major depressive disorder
- Postpartum depression
- Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
- Substance use or medication-related depression
Care for the whole you
When you choose Ascension Illinois, you get a specialist and care team who focus on treating the whole you – including your physical and mental health. And your doctor is part of a national team of mental health professionals, sharing best practices and research.
Talk to your doctor if you are experiencing symptoms of depression, such as:
- Changes in appetite or unplanned weight changes
- Feelings of guilt, worthlessness or helplessness
- Feelings of hopelessness or pessimism
- Feelings of irritability, frustration or restlessness
- Difficulty concentrating, remembering or making decisions
- Lack of energy (fatigue)
- Loss of interest in pleasurable activities
- Pain (such as headaches, cramps, or digestive problems) without a clear physical cause and that does not ease, even with treatment
- Persistent sad, anxious or “empty” mood
- Problems sleeping or waking
- Suicide attempts or thoughts of death or suicide
If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, go directly to the ER or dial 911.
24/7 care for a mental health emergency
Quickly recognizing the signs that you or a loved one is experiencing moderate to severe mental or emotional distress is the first step in getting necessary care. For emergencies, including severe mental health distress and suspected substance overdose, ERs at our hospitals are open 24/7.
Find an ER location near you
If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, go directly to the ER or dial 911.
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
No matter what problems you're dealing with, if you need someone to lean on for emotional support, call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org/chat.
Confidential | Free | Available 24/7
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If you or a loved one is experiencing an immediate life-threatening emergency, go directly to the ER or call 911.
Ascension Illinois behavioral and mental health hospitals in Chicagoland
You and your loved ones can receive personalized care and support through dedicated treatment centers fully staffed by mental health professionals who specialize in the care and treatment of mood disorders. At Ascension Illinois, your care team provides a compassionate environment to help you feel as comfortable as possible. Our mental health professionals at Ascension Illinois Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital in Hoffman Estates provides dedicated treatment options, including:
- 24/7 mental health emergency care
- Behavioral health counseling for individuals and families
- Intensive inpatient hospital care
- Partial-day treatment programs
- Residential treatment, living on campus
Personalized care for all types of mood disorders
Your doctor and care team deliver advanced care for depression and other mood disorders. We use the latest therapeutic treatments and customize them for the needs of teens and adults. Therapies may include:
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (dTMS)
- Expressive therapies
- Exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy
- Individual and group therapy
- Medication management
Comprehensive care for chronic illness with depression and anxiety
Being diagnosed with depression also increases your risk for an anxiety disorder. And sometimes, having a chronic illness, such as heart disease, can trigger anxiety and depression. Talk with your doctor about how you are feeling. At Ascension Illinois, we offer hope when you are struggling with depression and anxiety. By treating your mental health condition and chronic illness together, your care team can better help you manage your symptoms and condition.
Mental health support for pregnant, postpartum and post-adoption parents
If stress, anxiety, depression or feelings of guilt, isolation or inadequacy are getting in the way of bonding with your child, you’re not alone. At the Ascension Illinois Behavioral Health Perinatal Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), you can address these feelings and achieve the connection you want.
Parents and their partners are encouraged to bring their babies with them to IOP. In therapy groups, new parents work together to build confidence, develop coping skills and feel closer to their loved ones. In-person and virtual support is available.
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Frequently asked questions about mood disorder care at Ascension Illinois
