We STOP Problems
Before They START
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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.
Request a PresentationPrevention 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.
Led by a Team Committed to Community Wellness
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."
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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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.
See More FAQsPrevention programming includes community talks, workshops, and mentorship designed to build awareness and resilience before mental health or substance use concerns become a crisis.
Our presentations are open to schools, workplaces, faith communities, and other community groups across Chicago's southwest side.
The Get 20 Club is a youth prevention and mentorship program that helps young people build healthy coping skills and community connections.
Most prevention programming is offered at low or no cost to the community. Contact us for details on a specific program.
Reach out to us by phone or email and let us know your group's size, topic of interest, and preferred date — we'll work with you to schedule a session.
Individual conversations that come up during or after a presentation are kept confidential, consistent with HIPAA and our standard privacy practices.
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.