Your healing journey starts here

Mental health challenges can bring heartache to young people and their families. At Embark, we provide compassionate mental health treatment for adolescents and young adults.

Our dedicated team will support you and your loved one through every step of the healing journey, helping your family find new hope for the future.

We accept hundreds of insurance plans in all 50 states

Mental health treatment designed for teens and young adults

Every young person who comes to Embark is unique. We create a personalized mental health therapy program for each teenager and young adult, and family we treat.

Whether you need virtual and in-person outpatient treatment, or residential treatment options, we’ll help you find the right program to meet your needs.

Mother and teen embrace after progress at a residential treatment center for adolescents at Embark Behavioral Health.

Responsive mental health support when you need it most

At Embark, your mental health is our priority. We quickly assess your adolescent's or young adult’s mental health to get them into the right treatment plan for their needs.

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Tell us your story

The journey to better mental health care begins with a single step. Tell us what your teen or young adult is going through and what kind of help you think they need.

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Take a quick mental health assessment

One of our admissions counselors will reach out to guide you through a short assessment to identify the right mental health care for your situation.

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Begin your customized treatment plan

Our counselors will help you create a custom treatment plan and find the best location to help your family start their healing journey.

Leaders in treating a wide range of youth mental health conditions

Embark has over 30 years of experience serving youth and their families. We can help you and your loved one find the right mental health treatment to address most conditions.

You’re not alone

Many people have been where you are today. See how our compassionate team of highly-qualified clinicians has helped guide other youth and their families through the journey to a brighter future.

Nora leaving a review and testimonial of Embark Behavioral Health's IOP and PHP in Cabin John, Maryland, sharing her experience with the programs.
Teen girls smiling and laughing at an Embark Residential Treatment Center, enjoying a moment of connection and emotional healing.

An innovative approach to teen mental health treatment

You want to do everything possible to heal your youth, teen, or young adult and your family. Sometimes that means asking for help.

Embark Behavioral Health provides a safe, nurturing environment where youth and their families can make meaningful changes, one step at a time.

We meet you where you are

Our approach to mental health treatment is based on understanding where your youth, adolescent, teen, young adult, and family are today so we can help you get to tomorrow.

We support healing through a holistic approach

Human connections are vital. We support a healing process that involves the entire family, helping you replace current interactions with new, healthier connections.

We constantly measure and improve our mental health treatment

We track data and outcomes from the start of treatment to two years after, adapting our programs to meet your evolving needs.

We create joy through empathy

We believe healing begins with a safe, secure environment that fosters empathy and joy for youth and their families.

We foster meaningful experiences

Long-term mental health care comes from real-life experiences that engage all the senses. We help you feel safe, both emotionally and physically, throughout treatment.

We build therapeutic relationships

People heal through relationships. We make sure that every aspect of your treatment helps you build healthy, meaningful connections.

See the difference we’re making for youth, teen, and young adult mental health

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Mental health resources to guide your journey

Our resources can help you navigate the often confusing world of mental health treatment.

Expert blog and Embark company news

Stay up-to-date on the latest news from Embark and read our blog for expert advice and tips on topics like depression, social media, and self-care.

Parenting guides and podcasts

Explore our guides and listen to our podcasts, Roadmap to Joy and Embark Sessions, for insights on supporting the young people in your life.

Many families have been where you are today. Explore our mental health resources for guidance at any stage of your healing journey.

Join us for an online or in-person event

Feb 14th Event

Virtual Coffee & Connections Event

Virtual
Flow and Flourish: Mental Health and Movement in Recovery with Abbey Griffith (Clarity Fitness)
Jan 2025 Event Embark Kristy Eve

EMDR & Self-Care Practice Event for Professionals

Greenwood Village, Colorado
Join us for an afternoon of rejuvenation, and growth as we kick off the new year with positivity!
January 30th Event

Workshop: Exploring, Establishing & Enforcing Boundaries with Carolyn Lambert, Nathan’s Waypoint

Atlanta, Georgia
Exploring, Establishing and Enforcing Boundaries with Carolyn Lambert, Nathan's Waypoint
Find the mental health treatment that best meets your needs

Embark Behavioral Health delivers mental health care through a trusted nationwide network of more than 30 outpatient centers and inpatient programs across the U.S., along with a variety of other mental health facilities and teen treatment centers. Whatever your need, we have a location that can help.

Start your healing journey today!