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White Deer Run of Lehigh

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Overview

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Residential substance use and mental health care with detox, 12-step meetings, and an optional Christian Bible study program. Medications for addiction treatment (MAT) can be prescribed to help clients stabilize safely and as comfortably as possible. Residential stays are flexible based on client needs but usually last between 21 and 25 days. Clients participate in frequent daily groups and have one-on-one therapy sessions about twice a week. Approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed counseling, along with yoga, meditation, art and music therapy, and drum circles. This facility accepts private insurance, Medicaid, state-funded insurance, and self-pay.

Address

1620 Riverside Drive
Bethlehem, PA 18015

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Ages Served

  • Adults (Ages 26-64)
  • Young Adults (Ages 18-25)

Genders Accepted

  • Female
  • Male

Languages Served

  • English

Treatment

  • Long-term residential
  • Residential detoxification
  • Short-term residential

Special Programs

  • Service members
  • Adult men
  • Adult women
  • Military families
  • Past domestic violence
  • Past sexual abuse
  • Past trauma
  • Mental health disorders
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Pregnant/postpartum
  • Veterans
  • Seniors

Detox and Residential Care

Medical withdrawal management (detox) is available as a first step for those who need it. This is supervised 24/7 by nurses, with optional medications for addiction treatment (MAT) to ease withdrawal symptoms and cravings. Once stabilized, clients can transition directly into residential treatment at the same facility. This phase involves daily group therapy and individual therapy sessions approximately twice a week. Psychiatrists are on-site to provide care for clients with co-occurring mental health conditions.

12-Step and Evidence-Based Therapies

Twelve-step work is foundational to White Deer Run’s treatment plans. This includes peer recovery meetings including Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA), along with education on 12-step principles. This is paired with evidence-based therapies including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, relapse prevention counseling, and trauma-informed therapy.

Optional Christian Recovery Track

Clients who want a Christian-centered approach to treatment can choose to participate in faith-based programming. This includes Bible study and other spiritual components such as lectures and education sessions. This recovery track is held alongside evidence-based therapy and 12-step meetings.

Holistic Techniques

Several holistic and creative therapies are offered to complement clinical care. These include massage treatments and yoga, as well as art and music therapy. Drum circles are also held for those that want to participate.

Aftercare and Step-Down Options

Discharge planning begins early in treatment. Staff work with clients to make long-term plans for recovery success that align with personal goals and struggles. This can include setting up stable housing, help with navigating social services, and referrals to outside counseling and mental health support. For clients moving on to outpatient care, White Deer Run has nearby facilities with partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) within the same network.

Pre-Admissions Experience

We conducted a series of pre-admissions calls, the most recent on May 6, 2026, to evaluate response time, transparency, and patient experience.

When we reached out to White Deer Run, the admissions team was responsive and easy to talk to. They walked us through the basics of the detox and residential programs, including counseling and medication management. The conversation felt genuine, though the information provided was not overly detailed.

Facility Transparency

  • Verified by Start Your Recovery: On May 26, 2026, our research team conducted a comprehensive review of this facility's advertising claims, registrations from public health departments, national accrediting bodies, and SAMHSA.

  • Pre-Admissions Experience Evaluation: Most recent call conducted on May 6, 2026.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Community Care Behavioral Health Organization (CCBHO)
  • UPMC
  • Other Private Insurance
  • Medicaid
  • State insurance

Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.

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Financial Assistance

  • Does not offer Free
  • Does not offer Payment assistance
  • Does not offer Sliding fee scale

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Long-term residential
  • Residential detoxification
  • Short-term residential

Treatment Approaches

  • 12-step program support
  • Anger control support
  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Incentive-based therapy
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention support
  • Substance use counseling
  • Trauma-focused counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Case management support
  • Mental health support
  • Social skills training
  • Suicide prevention support

Counseling and Education

  • Family therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Hepatitis education and support
  • HIV/AIDS education and support
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Substance use education

Transition Support

  • Discharge and next steps planning
  • Ongoing recovery care
  • Overdose prevention and naloxone education
  • Post-discharge follow-up

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
  • Comprehensive health checkup
  • Substance use assessment
  • Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Tuberculosis screening
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol

Amenities and Experiences

Amenities

  • Basketball court
  • Access to nature
  • Gardens
  • Outdoor relaxation lounge
  • Relaxation lounge
  • Walking paths

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioned rooms
  • Internet access
  • Outdoor space
  • Private rooms
  • Shared bathroom
  • Sofa
  • TV
  • Personal storage/safe
  • Shared room options

Activities

  • AA/NA Meetings
  • Art therapy
  • Games
  • Music therapy
  • Yoga
  • Gender-specific support groups
  • Hiking
  • Life skills workshops
  • Spiritual or faith-based services

Settings

  • City

Policies

  • Allows internet access
  • No vaping allowed
  • Smoking allowed in designated areas

Ownership Type

  • For-profit

Quality and Trust

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Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities

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SAMHSA-certified Opioid Treatment Program

This is a federal certification for programs that offer medication like methadone or buprenorphine to treat opioid addiction. It means the center is legally approved to provide this care, follows strict safety rules, and combines medication with counseling to support long-term recovery.

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How we research treatment facilities

Across the site, our team has conducted over 1,000 pre-admissions calls to better understand the patient experience, interviewed facility clinical leaders, performed facility background checks, and compared our information against trusted public data sources.

Our research process begins with data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), accrediting bodies including The Joint Commission and CARF, government licensing agencies, and other trusted sources. From there, our team conducts significant original research, including:

- Pre-admissions calls: We speak with admissions staff to get a candid picture of patient experience.

- Background checks: We review complaints from past clients, media reports, actions taken by accrediting bodies, and positive recognition from notable organizations.

- Clinical interviews: We have in-depth conversations with clinical leadership, often lasting up to one hour, that give us a better understanding of clinical care.

- Data partnerships: We ingest and analyze exclusive data that provides information about in-network insurance status, cost, and more.

Research varies by facility. Each facility profile shows which research steps we completed and when each step was last performed. Learn more about our research process and background checks.

How we evaluate treatment facilities

These data help us develop a Trust Score for each facility—a simple letter grade that helps you assess how much confidence to place in a facility based on the information available to us. Trust Score considers accreditation, operating history, notable recognition, and concerns identified during our background check. Our Trust Score is an objective rating that is never influenced by advertiser payment. Learn more about our Trust Score methodology.

Important disclaimer

We cannot guarantee the quality of treatment at any facility. We cannot independently confirm the accuracy of every data point, and some information may become outdated or change over time. A Trust Score is a starting point, not a guarantee of treatment quality or outcomes. Please contact us if you would like to update or correct facility information.