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Embark Behavioral Health: Teen Rehab in Berwyn, PA

1031 Old Cassatt Rd, Suite 100
Berwyn, PA 19312
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About Embark Behavioral Health: Teen Rehab in Berwyn, PA

Embark Behavioral Health in Berwyn, Pennsylvania is a Joint Commission-accredited outpatient mental health center for adolescents and teens ages 12 to 17. Located at 1031 Old Cassatt Road in the Philadelphia Main Line suburbs, the program treats anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, bipolar disorder, self-harm, and co-occurring substance use through evidence-based, family-centered care. The CDC’s 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Survey found that more than 4 in 10 Pennsylvania high school students reported persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness, and Embark provides local outpatient programs for families who need intensive support without disrupting school or home life.

Programs and Levels of Care

Embark Behavioral Health Berwyn offers a continuum of outpatient services calibrated to each adolescent’s clinical need. The partial hospitalization program (PHP) provides 12 to 20 hours of structured treatment per week across four to six days. The intensive outpatient program (IOP) meets in the evenings to fit school and family schedules, typically three to four days per week for nine to twelve hours. Standard outpatient individual therapy and a virtual IOP option are also available for teens who need a lighter or remote treatment format.

The clinical team uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), attachment-based therapy, trauma-focused therapy, experiential therapy, and creative art therapies. Families are required to participate in treatment from intake through discharge, with structured family therapy sessions, parent coaching, and community parent support groups included in the program.

Quick Facts

  • Location: 1031 Old Cassatt Rd Suite 100, Berwyn, PA 19312, in Chester County near the Philadelphia Main Line.
  • Levels of care: PHP, IOP, standard outpatient, virtual IOP, and telehealth.
  • Who the clinic serves: Adolescents and teens ages 12 to 17 of all genders, including LGBTQ+ youth.
  • Conditions addressed: Anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and co-occurring substance use.
  • Accreditation: Joint Commission accredited; Pennsylvania state licensed.
  • Insurance: Accepts public and private insurance; staff assist with benefits verification at no charge.

Getting Started

Embark Behavioral Health offers a free 15-minute consultation to help families identify the right level of care and confirm insurance coverage. Contact the Berwyn clinic to speak with an admissions team member and take the first step toward treatment.

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Latest Reviews

Molly Kaplan
2 weeks ago on Google
5
An incredible resource and supported my child and the entire family. Great experience, fantastic results.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we really appreciate your support.
Ileana Szene
1 month ago on Google
5
We've had experiences with multiple organizations over the course of a year and nothing has come even remotely close to Embark - the level of communication and involvement with families, the compassion and warmth from staff, and resources and facility are top notch. The support Emma gave our daughter and in family sessions was life-changing and cannot be praised enough in an online review/summary. The tools and techniques she shared are ones we still use today. Thank you!
Response from the owner1 week ago
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear about the positive impact Emma had on your family. We're dedicated to providing top-notch support and resources for all our families. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need further assistance. We appreciate your feedback!
Jesse Painter
1 month ago on Google
5
Embark helped my family! The staff is great! The professionalism and dedication to helping people is exceptional. I’m glad that we were able to get help there.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Thank you for your kind words! We are thrilled to hear that our staff was able to assist your family effectively. Your positive feedback is truly appreciated.
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Other Forms of Payment

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

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Levels of Care

Evening-scheduled outpatient care typically meeting three to four days per week, nine to twelve hours total, allowing teens to maintain school attendance during treatment.

A structured day program at the Berwyn clinic running 12 to 20 hours per week across four to six days, designed for adolescents needing intensive support while living at home

Individual weekly therapy sessions for adolescents with moderate symptoms or those stepping down from higher levels of care, scheduled to fit the teen's daily routine.

Virtual IOP and remote counseling sessions that extend access to Embark Behavioral Health's Berwyn-based clinical team for families outside the immediate area or with scheduling constraints.

Treatments

The Berwyn program addresses co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions simultaneously, treating both within the same outpatient care plan rather than as separate episodes.

Programs

Embark Behavioral Health Berwyn's core program serves teens ages 12 to 17 of all genders, including LGBTQ+ youth, for anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and co-occurring conditions.

Clinical Services

An evidence-based therapy used at the Berwyn program to build distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal skills in teens with mood and self-harm concerns.

Structured experiential and creative art therapy activities, including visual art, music, and movement, used at the Berwyn clinic to support emotional regulation and co-regulation with caregivers.

Family participation is required from intake through discharge at Embark Berwyn, with structured family sessions, parent coaching, and community parent support groups integral to the program model.

Structured peer group sessions delivered across IOP and PHP levels at the Berwyn clinic, providing adolescents with skill-building, shared experience, and peer support in a clinically supervised setting.

One-on-one sessions with licensed Embark therapists in Berwyn, with an average caseload of six clients per therapist to ensure focused, individualized clinical attention.

A core modality at Embark Berwyn used to help adolescents identify and shift thought patterns driving anxiety, depression, and related behavioral health conditions.

Specialized trauma treatment delivered within Embark's IOP and PHP programs to address PTSD, adverse experiences, and the behavioral health symptoms they produce in adolescents.

Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Matthew Dale, MA

VP of Operations – East

Abigail AckoureyAssistant Clinical Director

LCSW

Anthony Carvalho, MA, LMFT

Clinic Director

Regan Sarmento, M.Ed.

Senior Director of Clinical Partnerships

Dr. Harry Gill, MD, PhD

Medical Director

Accreditations

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes

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1031 Old Cassatt Rd
Suite 100
Berwyn, PA 19312

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Molly Kaplan
2 weeks ago
5

An incredible resource and supported my child and the entire family. Great experience, fantastic results.

Response from the owner
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we really appreciate your support.
Ileana Szene
1 month ago
5

We've had experiences with multiple organizations over the course of a year and nothing has come even remotely close to Embark - the level of communication and involvement with families, the compassion and warmth from staff, and resources and facility are top notch. The support Emma gave our daughter and in family sessions was life-changing and cannot be praised enough in an online review/summary. The tools and techniques she shared are ones we still use today. Thank you!

Response from the owner
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear about the positive impact Emma had on your family. We're dedicated to providing top-notch support and resources for all our families. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need further assistance. We appreciate your feedback!
Josh Wetzel
1 month ago
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As the parent of a neurodivergent teen, our experience with this PHP program was disappointing and did not meet our child’s needs. From day one, we explained that our child learns differently, benefits from visuals and skills-based approaches, and sometimes struggles to express thoughts verbally. Despite this, the program continued with its standard structure and did not meaningfully adjust their approach. Family therapy was inconsistent and often felt unstructured. We had a single hands-on family session involving clay; every other session was talk-based with no clear topic or communicated agenda. Scheduling family sessions was also challenging. If you need appointments after 4 p.m., you’ll likely find it very difficult, as flexibility is minimal. Another significant concern is the program’s time-driven model. They operate on an eight-week curriculum, and by week six begin pushing transitions—either back to school supports, IOP, or a higher level of care. In our case, they recommended long-term residential treatment because they felt our child was not progressing quickly enough. Having previously navigated multiple inpatient, PHP, IOP, and residential settings, we wanted a second opinion before taking such a drastic step. We arranged a transfer to another PHP program that we’ve used successfully in the past. The response from the Embark  team was disappointing. We were asked to sign an “against clinical advice” form, which could negatively affect insurance coverage for the next program. Our child reported signing the form herself without understanding what he/she was signing.  Why wasn't the form explained to her?  Again, it's the inability of the program to meet him/her at their level. When we requested to instead sign a simple statement noting a transfer to an equivalent level of care, that was declined. The overall attitude felt rigid—more “my way or the highway” than collaborative. Academic support was also limited. The program provides an hour of schoolwork time, but it consists solely of students doing worksheets supplied by their schools. For kids who need help with independent work, there is little support. Our child asked for help and was told simply to “try their best.” Medication management started off rocky. After the initial meeting—without reviewing records from our child’s previous psychiatrist or gathering background on why certain medications and dosages were chosen—they proposed immediate changes. That raised concerns. As time went on, communication improved; we were asked for feedback for any proposed medication changes prior to sending them to the pharmacy.  This allowed us to research and ask questions and get clarity to the changes being made. Still, early on we were made to feel that agreeing to their medication recommendations were mandatory for staying in the program. We were even required to sign a “behavioral contract” stating we would “cooperate with medication recommendations,” which felt ridiculous and unnecessary. As parents, we want the opportunity to carefully consider medication changes, not simply rubber-stamp them. There were some positives. Our child did make friends, and several therapists seemed to genuinely care. However, the program did not demonstrate the capacity or willingness to provide the extra support our child needed—such as visuals, structured skill-building, or alternative communication methods. If your child is neurotypical, this program may work for you. If your child is neurodivergent or needs individualized, flexible, skills-based support, our experience suggests you may want to look elsewhere. Update: our teen has made tremendous progress attending a nearby 6 month comprehensive outpatient DBT program which was recommended by CHOP as highly effective for those on the spectrum. The positive turnaround is seen not only by her parents but by her teachers as well.

Response from the owner
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We take all concerns seriously and are committed to providing quality care. Our mission is to help every family we serve find real, lasting healing. That is why Embark programs are state-licensed, Joint Commission-accredited, and backed by outcome data we track for up to two years. Due to privacy regulations, we cannot discuss experiences here, but we welcome private conversations—just email our quality assurance team at qualityofcare@embarkbh.com. You deserve peace of mind, and we are here to help you find it.
Jesse Painter
1 month ago
5

Embark helped my family! The staff is great! The professionalism and dedication to helping people is exceptional. I’m glad that we were able to get help there.

Response from the owner
Thank you for your kind words! We are thrilled to hear that our staff was able to assist your family effectively. Your positive feedback is truly appreciated.
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Embark Behavioral Health: Teen Rehab in Berwyn, PA FAQs

What mental health programs does Embark Behavioral Health in Berwyn offer for teens?

Embark Behavioral Health Berwyn offers partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), standard outpatient, and virtual IOP programs. PHP runs 12 to 20 hours per week across four to six days. IOP meets in the evenings to accommodate school schedules, typically nine to twelve hours per week.

Who does Embark Behavioral Health treat at the Berwyn, Pennsylvania location?

The Berwyn clinic serves adolescents and teens ages 12 to 17 of all genders, including LGBTQ+ youth. The program treats anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and co-occurring substance use. Families are required to participate in treatment alongside the adolescent.

What therapies are used in Embark's IOP and PHP programs in Berwyn?

Embark uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), trauma-focused therapy, attachment-based therapy, experiential therapy, and creative art therapies. Individual, group, and family therapy sessions are included at both the IOP and PHP levels. Parent coaching and peer support are also integrated into the program.

Does Embark Behavioral Health in Berwyn accept insurance for teen mental health treatment?

Embark Behavioral Health accepts public and private insurance and works with most major insurance providers. Staff assist families with benefits verification at no charge to help clarify coverage before treatment begins. Contact the Berwyn clinic to confirm whether your specific plan is accepted.

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