About Us

The Bridge seeks to be the primary referral source for youth and adolescents, along with their families, looking for emotional and behavioral support. We have staff educated, experienced, and licensed in solutions focused, trauma focused cognitive behavioral, play therapy, and family systems therapies.

Mission & Vision

The Bridge provides services to support youth and families in creating emotional wellness, strong relationships, and successful futures.

We envision a world where healthy relationships and emotional wellness are priorities for all and every individual has been given the tools to thrive.

60 Years of The Bridge

For over six decades, The Bridge has been a community pillar, providing a variety of services and addressing a spectrum of needs when they were most crucial.

Our unique program framework empowers us to remain flexible, bridging service gaps as they emerge to address root causes. The Bridge maintains a diverse and multidisciplinary staff that enhances our service delivery model with collaboration and cross-training to promote excellence when interacting with our clients.

Who We Serve

Here at The Bridge, we serve youth 0-21 years and their families at the following townships:

  • Palatine
  • Barrington
  • Maine
  • Elk Grove
  • Schaumburg
  • Hanover

Partners

The Bridge is part of a wide variety of organizations that are dedicated to helping youth and families achieve social and emotional health. We partner with townships and corporates to make sure individuals who are at risk in our communities receive the help they need.

Thank you to our partners:

BMO, City of Des Plaines, Clearwater Capital, Hanover Township, Northwest Community Healthcare, Palatine Township, Schaumburg Township, Streamwood Behavioral Healthcare System, and Wintrust Palatine Bank & Trust.