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1222 W 95th St, Chicago, IL

Prevention Services

We STOP Problems
Before They START

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What's Included?

Prevention is reaching people before a challenge becomes a crisis.

From community presentations to youth mentorship, our prevention programs meet individuals, schools, and families where they are.

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  • Prevention Presentations

    Community talks on mental health and substance use, tailored for schools, workplaces, and community groups.

  • How to Stay Healthy

    Practical, evidence-based tips for staying well year-round, covering stress, sleep, and healthy coping skills.

  • Get 20 Club

    A youth prevention and mentorship program building resilience and connection for the next generation.

  • Community Workshops

    Hands-on sessions for families, schools, and community groups to build prevention skills together.

  • Early Intervention & Screening

    Brief screenings that catch concerns before they escalate, connecting you to care early.

Meet Our Team

Led by a Team Committed to Community Wellness

Dr. Paulette R. Eason-Williams
Rhonda Shelley (placeholder photo)
Adrienne Gross (placeholder photo)
Jeanette Perkins (placeholder photo)

Dr. Paulette R. Eason-Williams

Executive Director of Heuristic Quest Foundation
PhD, LCPC, CADC

Every program at HQ2, from clinical care to community prevention, is guided by Dr. Eason-Williams' vision for building healthier, more resilient communities on Chicago's southwest side.

"Our vision is to create a spiritually, physically, emotionally, and mentally safe environment of self-aware individuals, educated about themselves and their choices, so that they may become more happy, healthy, and prosperous."

Rhonda Shelley

Mental Health & Substance Use Counselor

Rhonda supports HQ2's prevention presentations and community workshops, bringing the same warm, client-centered approach to groups that she brings to individual sessions.

"Our vision is to create a spiritually, physically, emotionally, and mentally safe environment of self-aware individuals, educated about themselves and their choices, so that they may become more happy, healthy, and prosperous."

Adrienne Gross

Mental Health & Substance Use Counselor

Adrienne helps lead HQ2's youth mentorship and community outreach work, creating a supportive, judgment-free space for prevention conversations at any age.

"Our vision is to create a spiritually, physically, emotionally, and mentally safe environment of self-aware individuals, educated about themselves and their choices, so that they may become more happy, healthy, and prosperous."

Jeanette Perkins

Mental Health & Substance Use Counselor
CADC

Jeanette combines trauma-informed care with substance use expertise to help HQ2's prevention programs build lasting resilience across the community.

"Our vision is to create a spiritually, physically, emotionally, and mentally safe environment of self-aware individuals, educated about themselves and their choices, so that they may become more happy, healthy, and prosperous."

Why HQ2?

Prevention works best when it's built around the community it serves, so our programs are shaped by real conversations with the people who attend them. The earlier we reach someone, the more options they have.

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    Community-Centered Approach

    Our prevention programs are shaped by the real needs of Chicago's southwest side, delivered where people already are: schools, workplaces, and community spaces.

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    Evidence-Based Prevention

    From youth mentorship to community workshops, our programs use proven strategies to build resilience and healthy coping skills before a crisis begins.

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    Accessible to Everyone

    Most prevention programming is offered at low or no cost to the community, regardless of insurance or ability to pay.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? We've got answers.

From requesting a presentation to what our programs cover, here's what people ask most about prevention services at HQ2.

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The help you need, right here.

Confidential mental health and substance use care for Chicago's southwest side. Medicaid, Medicare, and uninsured welcome — appointments within 24–48 hours.

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