Embark at Alexandria

7809 Schelhorn Road, Alexandria, VA 22306

✓ Joint Commission Est. 1995 2 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Embark at Alexandria

  • Location: Alexandria, VA — Joint Commission accredited
  • Levels of Care: Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Group Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Meditation & Mindfulness and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Embark at Alexandria

The residential treatment program at Embark in Alexandria, located not far from D.C., is staffed by attentive therapists who are committed to helping adolescents (ages 12-17) who are experiencing mental health problems like anxiety, despair, and suicidal ideation at their lowest points. Their therapists offer therapy to adolescents in Northern Virginia who are struggling with challenging mental health issues and substance use using age-specific therapeutic approaches.
Embark in Alexandria offers mental health treatment and substance use care for adolescents. They treat anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation, eating disorders, alcohol and drug addiction, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma, bullying, family conflict, oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), reactive attachment disorder, self-harm, suicidality, dyslexia, learning disabilities, sensory processing disorders, autism spectrum disorders (ASD), gaming addiction, adoption and attachment issues, and co-occurring conditions. Their property offers a variety of open, cozy therapeutic rooms at their cutting-edge outpatient facility. The Joint Commission has accredited Embark at Alexandria, and Embark accepts both public and private insurance.
Families in the Arlington area can get the needed mental health care with the assistance of Embark at Alexandria. Their therapists provide parent coaching, therapeutic/peer mentorship, home health care services, addiction treatment, and individual, group, and family counseling. Clients will be able to address and resolve any mental health concerns that may be impairing the daily lives of families in their therapeutic, caring, and safe setting.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Embark at Alexandria provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Adolescents LGBTQ+ Girls Boys

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Residential/24-hour residential
Residential treatment center (RTC) for children
Activity therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy Couples/family therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Group therapy Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment Individual psychotherapy Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Private for-profit organization
Private health insurance Cash or self-payment
Members of military families Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients who have experienced trauma Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)
Laboratory testing
Mentoring/peer support
Smoking not permitted
Children/Adolescents Adults
Vaping not permitted
Family psychoeducation Psychosocial rehabilitation services Vocational rehabilitation services Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Embark at Alexandria

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Group Therapy, typically 90 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Embark at Alexandria offers 2 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress. This continuum-of-care model — moving from higher to lower intensity — is recommended by SAMHSA as the gold standard for addiction treatment.

The facility utilizes 8 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Group Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Embark at Alexandria works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

7809 Schelhorn Road, Alexandria, VA, 22306

Quick Facts

Program90 days
FocusThis center treats mental heal...
Insurance24 accepted
AccreditationJoint Commission

Free 24/7 Helpline

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Individual Treatment Experiential Spiritual Emphasis

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction

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Frequently Asked Questions

Embark at Alexandria accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Embark at Alexandria offers Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Group Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Meditation & Mindfulness. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in VA or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 90 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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