We provide mental health counseling and ABA services to help ​individuals with disabilities address life’s challenges and achieve ​personal goals in order to experience a higher quality of life. We ​partner with agencies & group homes in the Chicagoland area to ​provide mental and behavioral support for all levels of emotional or ​physical development. We use a variety of therapeutic treatments ​which include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral ​Therapy, Art Therapy, and Solution Focused Treatments.

Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities are at an ​increased risk for developing mental health disorders and exhibiting ​behavior disorders. This can be due to biological and genetic ​factors, as well as environmental factors such as isolation and ​social disruption. Problem areas that should be addressed include ​communication, behavior modification, coping and problem solving ​skills, social skills and self-awareness.

As in traditional mental health therapy, individuals with intellectual and ​developmental disabilities develop a trusting relationship in a safe ​environment with a therapist who is trained to understand their needs. ​Consistent sessions and specific goals help clients deal with emotions ​and challenges of daily life.

ABA therapy creates individualized Behavior Management Plans ​based on clinical assessment, observation and interviews. Behavior ​plans consist of skill acquisition, replacement behaviors, data ​collection and reactive behavior protocols. Behavior programs are ​used to teach and develop skills that promote independence.

Individuals get the social and emotional support that they need to ​function throughout their life. They will learn coping and problem ​solving skills which will help them with communicating their wants and ​desires, along with being able to learn how to function as ​independently as possible.

Volunteer Programs: Coping Together has several volunteer ​programs that engage individuals in service projects and ​community outreach initiatives. This includes opportunities to ​learn how to be a part of helping others with disabilities. The ​Ranch Youth Ambassador Program is a volunteer program for ​grades 6 - 12 to help clean the barn, spaces that are used for ​Coping Together clients and also be a part of their events.

Donation drives: Coping Together organizes donation drives to ​collect items like clothing, food, and school supplies for individuals ​and families in need. These drives are held throughout the year ​and involve partnerships with local businesses and organizations. ​Contact us if you would like to get involved!

Therapy Events and Outings: Volunteers at the not-for-profit

organization Coping Together can participate and help organize a ​variety of events and outings to enrich the lives of Coping ​Together clients.

These outings could include equine interaction, nature walks, ​picnics or even group classes. Through these activities, volu​nteers can help foster a sense of community, provide oppo​rtunities for social interaction, and promote personal growth and ​well-being for the individuals with developmental disabilities.