Illinois · Listings Checked October 2026
Child and Teen Mental Health Services in Illinois
Where Can You Find Child and Teen Mental Health Services in Illinois?
SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov lists 370 mental health facilities that treat children and teens in Illinois (checked October 2026). The most are in Chicago (84), Wheaton (7) and Elgin (6). 310 of them accept Medicaid.
- 370Child and Teen Mental Health Services
- 310Accept Medicaid
- 229Sliding fee or payment help
- 336Telehealth
- 295Family therapy
- 23Residential
- 74Eating disorders
Child and Teen Mental Health Services in Illinois by City
From SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov listings, checked October 2026. Cities with enough listings link to their own page; others link to the city's full treatment page.
More About Child and Teen Mental Health Services
Read finding a therapist for a child or teen. For the state's crisis lines, Medicaid coverage and license lookups, see mental health care in Illinois.
CARES Line (Crisis and Referral Entry Services): 1-800-345-9049 (24/7, 365 days a year). Or call or text 988.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Child and Teen Mental Health Services Are in Illinois?
SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov lists 370 mental health facilities that treat children and teens in Illinois, checked October 2026. The most are in Chicago (84), Wheaton (7) and Elgin (6).
Do Child and Teen Mental Health Services in Illinois Accept Medicaid?
310 of the 370 listed accept Medicaid. Confirm your plan with the facility before you start.
Is There a Illinois Crisis Line?
Call or text 988 from anywhere. CARES Line (Crisis and Referral Entry Services) also answers at 1-800-345-9049 (24/7, 365 days a year).