Gateway Foundation Alcohol & Drug Treatment Centers - Chicago Independence

Centrally located near Independence Boulevard, Gateway Chicago Independence helps patients with substance use disorders. Our Illinois drug and alcohol rehabilitation center can help you recover from an addiction to drugs or alcohol. Let us support you as you take the journey to a drug-free life.
At Gateway, we take a patient-focused approach to drug rehabilitation. We consider these goals our top priorities:

Healing each patient’s body, mind and soul
Using evidence-based and innovative treatment models
Providing affordable and effective care with multiple payment options
Empowering patients to feel confident and secure after treatment
Addressing co-occurring mental health conditions to improve patient wellness
We believe in saving lives. The team at Gateway Chicago Independence will support you every step of the way as you work toward recovery.

A variety of substances can cause addiction, and each type of addiction requires a different approach. At our drug treatment program in Chicago, we help patients with addictions to substances such as:

Alcohol
Opioids
Cocaine
Stimulants
Benzodiazepines
Club drugs and hallucinogens
If you think you or someone you know has an addiction to another substance, we encourage you to reach out. We can treat a wide range of substance disorders using evidence-based approaches.

As one of our patients, you can participate in a few different program models:

Outpatient: During outpatient treatment, you visit our clinic near Independence for services on a regular basis. You may need an outpatient program if you want to keep attending work or school.
Residential: An inpatient program allows you to get treatment without interruptions in a supportive environment. If you have severe symptoms, a residential model gives you the time and space to fully focus on recovery.
Recovery home: After you complete residential treatment, you can join our recovery home program. Our recovery homes offer an environment where you can continue recovery with our support.
Some patients transition between outpatient and inpatient as they go through treatment. We will work with you to find the right model for your needs and adapt our services as you recover.


At our Chicago Independence center, Our services focus on a comprehensive approach to care. We aim to address the social, emotional and physical aspects of addiction to improve your chance of a successful recovery. Our patients receive services like:

Cognitive behavioral therapy
Dialectical behavior therapy
Acceptance and commitment therapy
Motivational interviewing
Mindfulness-based sobriety
Medication-assisted treatment
Dual diagnosis treatment
12-step facilitation
Individual, group, and family counseling
Trauma therapy

During your first appointment, we will conduct an intake to determine your needs. We will then use this discussion to create a personalized treatment plan that includes the right services for your symptoms.

Gateway Chicago Independence is centrally located only four miles from The Loop and near the Medical District. We are in-network with all major insurance companies.