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What is Behavioral Health?

Behavioral health refers to the connection between an individual's behaviors and their overall well-being, encompassing mental health, emotional well-being, and the impact of behaviors such as substance use, coping mechanisms, and lifestyle choices. 

Key aspects of behavioral health include:
  • ​Mental Health: Conditions like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health disorders.
  • Substance Use: Prevention and treatment of substance misuse and addiction.
  • Behavioral Interventions: Addressing habits such as stress management, eating patterns, and sleep.
  • Holistic Care: Integrating support for emotional health with physical health to improve overall quality of life.
Behavioral health emphasizes a proactive, whole-person approach, aiming to prevent and manage conditions through therapy, counseling, medication, and community-based support.

KCHD Mental Health Programs​


​KCHD Substance Use Programs​

Overdose Fatality Review Program

Opioid Overdose Prevention and Naloxone Distribution

Tobacco Prevention and Cessation


How to Get Involved

​Behavioral Health Council

Children's Mental Health Implementation Team

Opioid Task Force

Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Coalition

Medical Reserve Corps



Behavioral Health System Improvement Initiatives​

​In December 2023, the Kane County Board allocated nearly $10 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) federal pandemic recovery funds to KCHD to launch a multi-faceted endeavor to address gaps in the behavioral health system, including coordinating access to treatment and resources to support youth and families.

KCHD allocated these funds to projects, local nonprofits and service providers that tackle urgent community needs, acting as a central hub connecting Kane County residents with the services that support mental wellness. Learn more about these innovative solutions to enhance access to and quality of behavioral health care in Kane County (coming soon).


Help Resources​   

Kane County Health Resources

Mental Health Information

Problem Gambling

Suicide Prevention          ​

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