Family Guidance Centers, Inc.
a leader in the behavioral healthcare field serving the community since 1969.
Substance use disorder TREATMNET
The outpatient service menu includes Substance use disorder assessment, group counseling, individual counseling, case management, and periodic drug screening.
IMMEDIATE ACCESS CARE
We’ve re-designed how we do things. just walk right in for immediate access to behavioral health services. Our professional staff is available day and night.
HOSPITAL BASED MEDICAL DETOX
FGC Detox Counselors on-site at the hospital are state approved and trained clinical assessors and trained and licensed/certified Substance use disorder counselors.
CLINICAL ASSESSMENT
fGC provides assessments for Illinois Department of Children and Family Service referrals, criminal justice referrals, hospital referrals, self-referred individuals etc
ADOLESCENT SERVICES
Adolescent services are integrated into the school’s daily programming by utilizing continuous on-site collaboration with school leaders and staff.
TOXICOLOGY TESTING
FGC offers state of the art drug screening using the latest oral testing technology. The hours for toxicology testing are flexible making it convenient for employee screening.
HIV SCREENING AND ASSESSMENT
FGC is making measurable headway in the prevention of HIV by offering education, risk assessments, anonymous pre and post-test counseling, and on-site testing and referrals.
ANCILLARY HEALTH CARE SERVICES
In addition to Substance use disorder treatment, FGC offers patients linkage to ancillary health services through coordinated partnership with local health care providers.
IN PERSON COUNSELOR PROGRAM
Family Guidance Centers provides information and assistance to individuals, families, and small businesses seeking to enroll in new health coverage options and affordability programs
COMMUNITY EDUCATION
FGC recognizes the need to actively educate the community on identifying and addressing the devastating problem of Substance use disorder so that it can be prevented wherever possible.
RESIDENTIAL SERVICES
The primary goal of residential treatment is to provide the substance abusing and substance dependent client with a structured environment that optimizes a positive treatment outcome.
SPECIALIZED PROGRAMMING
Specialized programs for women, children, pregnant and postpartum women, injecting and HIV-infected drug abusers, criminal justice offenders and assistance for needy families.
When I first went to FGC I did not expect to get "real" help. Or to actually change in anyway. I was just looking for a temporary solution until I could go back to using and the way of life I wanted to live. I was deep into my addiction and had no plans to change. Until suddenly got the shock of my lifetime when I found out I was pregnant. So I made the hard decision to transition to methadone from heroine in order to save my baby and be able to go full term with her and both of us be healthy. At that time I was only planning to get into treatment for the benefit of the pregnancy and had no future plans for after that. But while spending the last year at FGC treatment center and getting to build positive relationships with everyone there and receive most genuine "real" treatment that I did not expect. I have been so welcomed and felt so accepted from the very first time i walked into FGC. The people at FGC have helped me want better things not only for my baby but for myself too. I finally am staying clean and doing what’s best, not only for my baby but for myself too. I have completely changed my way of thinking and have grown into a much better, responsible, positive and productive person. I am so very grateful for the chance that FGC gave me and my family. My life will continue to benefit from FGC forever. I never thought i could or would be able to be happy in life again, especially while being clean. Now I am at a place in life where I can’t even imagine a life for me and my baby any different than this. I don't crave or think about using anymore because there are so many more things in life to choose instead of using. FGC has shown me that, and helped me believe in myself again. I am now the happiest I have ever been in my life and am so very grateful for FGC. I don't know if I would have made it here without them. Thank you so much to the whole FGC staff!
FGC came into my life in 1995. My name is “Carrie Ann”, and my experience with FGC has been very eye opening and positive. Let’s start with health. I have type I diabetes. The diagnosis was in 1977. My life expectancy was age 40 so as everyone knows, drug abuse did not help it! Through all my life’s ups and downs, FGC stood by and supported, counseled, and taught me to manage my behaviors. With the methadone, the counseling and the friendships I made with the staff at FGC, I have reached many goals in my life that I never thought possible. Today I have two children that were from during my years of methadone maintenance. Both born healthy, opiate and drug free. NO withdrawal or consequences my girls are healthy and perfect thanks to FGC, “right thinking,” and “God”!!! Once I let FGC really help me, my goals became my reality. I gave up the “know it all” game and let the program help me. Now that I am sober, there are not enough words to thank my counselor at FGC. Without his help and advice I would not be in the place I am today. After 22 years, I am sober, have two beautiful, healthy children, a valid driver’s license and a family that I love and cherish!!! Thank you Josie, thank you nurse Jen, thank you D.O.N. Alan, thank you to all at F.G.C. staff that helped me through my years of chaos. All the patience and support will never be forgotten. Keep up the great work. You guys gave me my life back… Thanks again, Carrie Ann
For me this place has been a big part of my life and they have changed my life and have made me a better person. The people who work there are so helpful and caring. I will say that if you are willing to ask for help and you are willing to take the help and use it and are willing to do the work to make yourself a better person this is the place to go to make that change in your life forever.
Respect
We value each person as an individual.
Integrity
We value honesty and consistency in all our relationships.
Development
We value personal and professional growth
that integrates the physical, emotional, and relational aspects of life and work.
Excellence
We value superior performance in our work and service. We value our responsibility to use human, financial, and natural resources.
Leadership
The combined leadership of FGC’s multi-disciplinary, administrative staff ensures quality and efficient services. Staff members possess a long-standing dedication to the fields of Substance use disorder and mental health treatment. FGC employs a highly trained, caring staff of medical doctors, nurses, health educators, psychologists, certified special education teachers, social workers, masters level counselors, and certified addictions counselors.