VA Illiana Health Care System – Springfield Community Based Outpatient Clinic

Springfield VA Clinic is a veterans addiction center that offers rehab services to men and women who have served in the armed forces and are currently struggling with mental health and drug or alcohol misuse problems. They are located in Springfield, Illinois.

This multi-level treatment is referred to as dual diagnosis care, or the treatment of co-occurring conditions. It is important to treat both of these areas since oftentimes members of the armed forces are affected by lots of trauma during combat or even with the struggles that come from their day to day routine. Some common conditions may include depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.

It may be possible to receive medication assisted treatment (MAT) during your recovery process as well. This can be very effective when it comes to limiting withdrawal symptoms which are often dangerous to face alone, and reducing the sensation of cravings. Medications may include Suboxone or Vivitrol among others.

This center offers outpatient care which means you’ll be able to return home after treatment is over for the day. This requires less of a commitment and gives you time to pursue outside activities or work. If you need job training, skills development, or education, you can get that sort of help here too. They also provide financial support to prevent homelessness, as well as health and dental care.

You can also receive counseling at this clinic, such as individual counseling, group therapy and marriage or relationship counseling. These are substantial tools that can help you in many different ways. You’ll learn how to identify triggers, overcome that trauma that is causing you to stumble and learn coping skills to prevent relapse in the future.