On the shores of Fox Lake in Northern Illinois, Gateway Lake Villa helps clients recover from addiction in a safe and quiet environment. Nestled among the greenery and overlooking a beautiful Lake, Gateway has much to offer. Programs are always personalized to meet the specific needs of the individual and clients can choose between residential treatment or intensive outpatient programing (IOP). Treatment is age-based and gender-specific including evidence-based therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), family therapy, group and individual therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing (MI), trauma therapy, and 12-Step facilitation. Lake Villa also addresses co-occuring mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and trauma at the same time as substance abuse treatment. The Lake Villa property is truly stunning. Clients can participate in a variety of wellness activities both indoors and out. Lake Villa has a variety of indoor amenities including a basketball court, volleyball, and state-of-the-art gym. For outdoor activities, clients can enjoy walking trails along the lake and an outdoor sports field. Gateway Foundation was founded in 1968 and now has 16 centers in Illinois. Accredited by the Joint Commission, clients can rest assured knowing they are receiving high-quality care.
