Comprehensive Behavioral Health Center, located in East St. Louis, Illinois, has been providing essential mental health and substance use disorder services since 1957. Originally established as an outpatient mental health facility by community members and the St. Clair County Mental Health Association, it has grown significantly over the years. Today, the center serves East St. Louis, Belleville, and Fairview Heights, with a dedicated team of over 140 staff members.
The center offers a wide range of services for children, adolescents, and adults. Mental health support includes supervised and supported residential programs designed to help individuals develop skills for independent living while receiving structured care. Crisis intervention is available 24/7, ensuring that those in urgent need receive immediate help. The “Living Room” program provides an alternative to emergency room visits for people experiencing psychiatric distress, offering a calm and supportive environment.
For individuals struggling with substance use disorders, the center provides outpatient treatment, a methadone clinic, and residential recovery programs. The supervised living program is available for those needing structured, long-term support, with services led by counselors and psychiatrists. Additionally, the “Parenting for Success” program, established in 1984, supports young parents in developing the skills they need to care for their children while working toward self-sufficiency.
Over the decades, Comprehensive Behavioral Health Center has expanded its reach and services, continuously adapting to meet the evolving needs of the community. From its early days in a small office to its current multi-location presence, it remains committed to providing high-quality, individualized care for those seeking emotional, rehabilitative, and social support.
