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Summer Mental Health Programs 2026

As the start of the school year gives way to the unstructured pace of summer, some children, teens, and young adults feel less steady. Compass Health Center offers additional summer Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) programs for those who need more support than weekly therapy, without requiring inpatient care. Our age-based, psychiatrist-led programs use evidence-based treatment, creative arts therapies, and individualized care to build coping skills, strengthen emotional regulation, and support social development—so students feel more prepared to return to school in the fall.

Sign up today by calling us at 877-552-6672. Make this summer transformative for your child!

Most sites filled up quickly after opening registration! Enroll early to ensure your child has the opportunity to benefit from our specialized care and transformative summer experiences.

Summer Offerings

Programs and age-based services may vary by location. Please inquire to learn more.

Creative Arts & Expressive Therapies:

This program is designed to support children and teens in developing critical coping skills through experiential and art therapies. The strategies participants learn, practice, and internalize, along with the successes they achieve through this program, support their emotional and mental well-being, help them learn to manage challenges and stressors, and prepare them for the new school year ahead. Therapies may include Art Therapy, Dance Movement Therapy, Recreation Therapy, Music Therapy, Improv Therapy, Drama Therapy, and Animal Assisted Therapy. Offerings may vary by location.

June 8th – August 14th, 2026 (rolling admission)

When: Monday through Friday

Ages: Children (5-13) & Teens (13-18)

Levels of Care: PHP & IOP

Locations: Chicago, IL; Northbrook, IL; Oak Brook, IL; Silver Spring, MD; Virtual

High School Readiness:

Tailored to support adolescents leading up to the transition back to school, this program helps address stress and anxiety, helps build strategies to navigate academic and social pressures, learn coping skills for emotional struggles, and increase independence and executive functioning related to time management, organization, and follow-through.

June 8th – August 14th, 2026 (rolling admission)

When: Monday through Friday

Ages: Teens (12-15)

Levels of Care: PHP & IOP

Locations: Chicago, IL; Northbrook, IL; Oak Brook, IL; Virtual

Social Skills Building:

Specifically designed for children and teens needing enhanced social skills, this program offers specialized mental health support to help them build meaningful relationships, navigate social dynamics with greater confidence, and develop the interpersonal effectiveness skills that support growth, independence, and long-term well-being.

June 8th – August 14th, 2026 (rolling admission)

When: Monday through Friday

Ages: Children (7-13) & Teens (13-18)

Levels of Care: PHP & IOP

Locations: Chicago, IL; Oak Brook, IL; Virtual

College Preparedness:

Our College Preparedness Program is designed for students preparing to start or return to college. The program helps strengthen executive functioning skills like time management, organization, and follow-through while building strategies to manage academic stress, social pressures, and increased independence. Students can begin or return to campus feeling more confident and prepared.

June 8th – August 14th, 2026 (rolling admission)

When: Monday through Friday

Ages: Young Adults (17-23)

Levels of Care: PHP & IOP

Locations: Chicago, IL; Northbrook, IL; Oak Brook, IL; Virtual

Hear from Our Former Patient

“Last summer, my 14-year-old daughter Emma participated in the Creative Arts & Expressive Therapies Program. It didn’t just help her manage her anxiety; it gave her a community where she felt understood and supported. Seeing her excited about school again was more than we could have hoped for.”

— Emma’s Mom

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

A typical day is structured around our standard PHP and IOP group therapy sessions, and then adds on the specialized activities from our Summer Programs. Each day is designed to be engaging, supportive, and tailored to the specific needs of the participants.

Our staff includes licensed therapists and experienced specialists trained in child, adolescent, and young adult mental health care. All programs are led by professionals with expertise in their respective therapeutic areas.

Our admissions team works closely with each family to assess the patient’s needs and match them with the appropriate PHP or IOP program. We recommend scheduling a consultation to discuss your child’s specific challenges and goals.

Safety is our top priority. All activities are supervised by qualified staff, and our facilities adhere to the highest standards of safety and security. We maintain a low patient-to-staff ratio to ensure personal attention and care.

Submitting the form offers peace of mind knowing your child’s summer is planned with purposeful and supportive care. Our programs are designed to address the unique needs of children, teens, and young adults, helping them to build confidence, develop essential coping skills, and ease the transition back to school. Summer is a good time to get ahead of any challenges before the school year starts.

About Compass Health Center

When mental health challenges begin to interfere with daily life, Compass Health Center provides immediate, specialized care. Our in-person and virtual, psychiatrist-led Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) programs support children, adolescents, young adults, and adults through structured, skills-based treatment.

Individuals and families work closely with a multidisciplinary treatment team and participate in daily group therapy to build tools for managing symptoms and strengthening functioning.

Our specialized clinicians deliver evidence-based care for trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD, school anxiety and refusal, and co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns.

Since 2011, Compass Health Center has served thousands of patients each year across Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington, D.C., Wisconsin, and Virginia.

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Below are points of access and insights that make it easier to tell your story and guide others to find the help they need. Feel free to check back anytime for updates—and share these with friends or family!

Program Guide

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Helpful Resources

Crisis Text Line

Text HELLO to 741741 for 24/7 support

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

1(800) 273-TALK for 24-hour crisis support.

NAMI

Call 1-800-950-NAMI for resources and support.

SAMHSA

Call or Text 1-800-985-5990 for crisis counseling.

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