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Embark Behavioral Health relocating Rockville outpatient clinic to Germantown - providing expanded room for care. Rockville, Md., Oct. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Embark Behavioral Health announced today that its intensive outpatient clinic in Rockville will relocate to a larger space in Germantown, with the first day of programming at the new location scheduled for Monday, Nov. 2. The clinic will continue providing intensive outpatient program (IOP) and partial hospitalization program (PHP) services for teens and young adults ages 12 to 28, and the existing clinical leadership and organizational structure will remain in place through the move. Programming will continue during the transition, and current families have already received information directly from the clinic about the change. The Germantown location will give the clinic more room to accommodate current services and growing programs, including additional space for its young adult programming. Its location is also set to help Embark serve families across a broader geographic area, including families in Frederick County and communities north of Rockville that may have previously faced a longer commute into the D.C. metro area. Alyssa DeGrace, LCPC, CCDC, Clinic Director of Embark Behavioral Health in Rockville, said she is looking forward to the move providing opportunities to serve Embark families even better. "We wanted the new clinic to feel familiar, comfortable and intentionally designed for the teens and young adults we serve," she said. "Our team has learned a lot about the spaces clients gravitate toward, from softer lighting to the kinds of seating and rooms they use most. The Germantown clinic gave us an opportunity to build those lessons into the space from the beginning." What families and referring professionals need to know: * First day in Germantown: Monday, Nov. 2, 2026 * New address: 20400 Observation Drive, Suite 200, Germantown, MD 20876 * Services: Intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization programs * Ages served: 12 to 28 * Continuity of care: The clinic will continue providing care under the same clinical leadership and Embark Behavioral Health organization * Current clients: Families enrolled in care have been informed directly and will receive any additional transition or scheduling information from the clinic * Accessibility: The second-floor clinic is accessible by elevator, and the clinic will remain ADA accessible. * Phone: 240-835-3055 Treatment for new and existing families will continue throughout the relocation process. Programming will be offered virtually for a short period of time while the team moves and prepares the new clinic, allowing clients to arrive at Germantown on Nov. 2 to a fully set up treatment environment, rather than experience programming around an active move. Participating families will receive specific scheduling information directly from the clinic. Prospective families and clinical professionals may continue contacting Embark about admissions and referrals during the move. "This relocation gives an established outpatient program more room to serve its clients while extending its reach into Frederick County and other communities north of Rockville," said Matthew Dale, Division President of outpatient clinics at Embark Behavioral Health. "The leadership team has approached the move carefully, with a clear focus on continuing care throughout the transition and creating a space that reflects what clients and families need." Following the move, the clinic will operate publicly as Embark Behavioral Health in Germantown. About Embark Behavioral Health Embark Behavioral Health is a leading network of outpatient clinics and residential treatment programs offering mental health treatment for preteens, teens, and young adults. Dedicated to its mission of reversing the trends of teen and young adult mental health challenges, Embark provides a continuum of care supported by evidence-based therapies and over 30 years of experience serving families. For more information about Embark or its treatment programs, including virtual services, intensive outpatient programs (IOPs), partial hospitalization programs (PHPs), and residential treatment centers, visit http://www.embarkbh.com. Media Contact: Kathryn Carroll Brand Manager Embark Behavioral Health [email protected] 866-290-5881 Contact Info Embark Behavioral Health +1 866-429-0203

Embark names Delea Peterson new Area Executive Director for D.C. Metro Outpatient Programs. Posted on August 27, 2026. Ashburn, Va. - August 27, 2026 - Embark Behavioral Health, a leading network of mental health treatment programs for teens and young adults, today announced the promotion of Delea Peterson, LCSW, to Area Executive Director for the D.C. Metro region, where she will oversee Embark's outpatient clinics in Ashburn and Vienna, Virginia, as well as Rockville and Chevy Chase, Maryland. Peterson officially stepped into the role in August 2026 after serving as executive director of Embark's Ashburn clinic. She has helped lead Ashburn since 2023, guiding the program through a period of continued growth. In her new position, Peterson will now lead efforts to strengthen alignment across the four locations, support consistent, high-quality care, and help expand access for youth and families in need throughout the Washington, D.C., metropolitan region. Over the past several years, Embark Behavioral Health's Ashburn clinic has grown into a trusted resource for Northern Virginia families seeking a higher level of outpatient mental health treatment for teens and young adults. During Peterson's time as clinical director and later executive director, the program expanded its treatment offerings and reach. What was once an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) serving teens ages 12 to 17 has grown to offer both Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) for teens and young adults up to age 28, helping more families access the level of support that best meets their needs. The program has continued to strengthen its individualized approach to care through evidence-based treatment, family involvement, and personalized support plans. As a licensed therapist, Peterson also helped cultivate a culture focused on strong outcomes, collaboration, and meaningful support for families. Now, as Area Executive Director, she will bring that same commitment to effective mental health treatment and expanded access to care across Embark's Vienna, Rockville, and Chevy Chase clinics while continuing to support the impact of the Ashburn program. The appointment reflects Embark's continued investment in delivering consistent, outcomes-backed care while building on the strengths of its local programs. Under Peterson's leadership, the organization will focus on enhancing collaboration among clinics, sharing best practices, and identifying opportunities to meet the evolving demand for complex mental health treatments in the D.C. area. "Families come to us during some of the most difficult moments of their lives," said Peterson. "My goal is to ensure every family who walks through our doors receives the same level of compassionate, high-quality care, whether they're in Ashburn, Vienna, Rockville, or Chevy Chase. As we continue to grow, we're focused on delivering evidence-based treatment that adapts to each client's needs and supporting families long after treatment ends." "Delea's promotion reflects both her clinical expertise and strong operational leadership, as well as her proven ability to build strong teams and meaningful support for families," said Matt Dale, President of Outpatient Services at Embark Behavioral Health. "Her leadership helped strengthen our Ashburn program, and we're confident her vision will help further elevate care across the entire D.C. Metro region." As Area Executive Director, Peterson will also help guide strategic growth initiatives across the region, including exploring opportunities to expand treatment offerings and improve access for families seeking specialized mental health support. Embark's D.C. Metro clinics provide outpatient mental health services, including Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), individual therapy, family therapy, and group therapy for adolescents, teens, and young adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. About Embark Behavioral Health Embark Behavioral Health is a leading network of outpatient clinics and residential treatment programs offering premier mental health treatment for preteens, teens, and young adults. Dedicated to its mission of reversing the trends of teen and young adult mental health challenges, Embark provides a continuum of care supported by evidence-based therapies and over 30 years of experience serving families. Media Contact Company Name: Embark Behavioral Health Contact Person: Kathryn Carroll Email: Send Email Phone: 866-290-5881 Country: United States Website: https://www.embarkbh.com/