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About ABRAXAS Youth and Family Services Southwood Interventions
ABRAXAS Youth and Family Services Southwood Interventions is a substance use treatment facility located at 5701 South Wood Street in Chicago, Illinois. Holding an Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) certification, the center operates within Cook County and provides structured withdrawal management and ongoing treatment for adults navigating substance use disorders. For individuals and families in Chicago searching for medically supervised detox, this facility represents a clinically grounded option on the city’s South Side.
The facility offers four distinct levels of care: medical detox, residential treatment, outpatient programs, and intensive outpatient programming (IOP). Medical detox is the entry point for individuals who require supervised withdrawal management before transitioning into longer-term treatment. Residential treatment provides a higher level of structured support, while the outpatient and IOP tracks allow individuals to continue treatment while living outside the facility. This continuum means a person can move through multiple phases of care within the same program.
Clinically, the facility addresses co-occurring disorders and dual diagnosis alongside substance use, recognizing that mental health conditions frequently intersect with addiction. Trauma and PTSD are also among the conditions treated, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a confirmed therapeutic method used within the program. The OTP certification further underscores the facility’s capacity to deliver structured opioid treatment protocols.
ABRAXAS Southwood Interventions serves a notably broad population: men, women, young adults ages 18 to 25, seniors and older adults, veterans, individuals with HIV/AIDS support needs, and those entering treatment through court orders. Payment options include Medicaid, state insurance, TRICARE, private insurance, and self-pay, removing common financial barriers that prevent people from accessing detox and residential care. For veterans in particular, TRICARE acceptance is a significant practical advantage.
- Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) certification supporting structured opioid detox and treatment protocols
- Full continuum from medical detox through residential and intensive outpatient — all within one facility in Chicago
- Dual diagnosis and trauma/PTSD treatment integrated alongside detox and substance use programming
- TRICARE accepted, making the facility a verified option for veterans seeking medically supervised detox
- Serves court-ordered individuals, expanding access for those entering treatment through the legal system