Skip to content

Embark at the Poconos

White Haven, PA

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission

in White Haven, PA.

Free helpline · 24/7

Need help choosing the right program?

Call helpline: +1 (205) 973-2878

Direct line to Embark at the Poconos: (877) 801-1817

Email X/Twitter Facebook

About Embark at the Poconos

Nestled beside the Lehigh River near the Pocono Mountains, Embark provides outstanding short-term residential care and assistance for teenage girls who are experiencing mental health issues. They offer a therapeutic, compassionate, and safe atmosphere to assist families and their daughters in overcoming behavioral health difficulties that may be interfering with their daily lives. Embark takes pride in tailoring therapy to the specific requirements of each client and family. The center provides treatment for mental health conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, suicidality, PTSD, and more.
Embark at the Poconos short-term residential program that lasts from one to three months. Pre-teen and adolescent girls will live at Embark's scenic residential treatment center in Pennsylvania and take part in a variety of activities aimed at treating mental health issues and rehabilitation. At Embark, clients can enjoy art therapy projects, local excursions, yoga, horseback riding, adventure activities, and more. Embark utilities approaches such as dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), trauma-focused therapy, experiential, and family therapy.
Embark is Joint Commission accredited and accepts private and public insurance. Clients and their family will enjoy a natural, serene, peaceful, and restorative setting on 77 lovely acres in the Pocono Mountains.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Verify coverage
Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Contact & Location

Photos

Embark at the Poconos — photo Embark at the Poconos — photo Embark at the Poconos — photo Embark at the Poconos — photo

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Embark at the Poconos accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (877) 801-1817 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other PA centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Embark at the Poconos offer?
Does Embark at the Poconos have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Embark at the Poconos use?
Specific therapy approaches are not listed in SAMHSA data. Contact the facility for clinical details.
How do I start treatment at Embark at the Poconos?
Call the facility directly at (877) 801-1817 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

Was this facility page helpful?

Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

24/7 Helpline +1 (205) 973-2878