Medical Detox Program
The first step in treatment deserves the highest level of care. STR Behavioral Health’s medically supervised detox program in Pennsylvania is clinically specialized and built around safety, comfort, and lasting recovery.
Clinical Excellence. Compassionate Care.
STR Behavioral Health specializes in substance use and mental health treatment, with the clinical depth and dual licensure to support clients at every stage of care. As a Joint Commission-accredited facility — one of the highest standards of quality in behavioral health care — the detox and residential programs share a single campus, ensuring a seamless, supported transition when clients are ready for the next level of care.
Every client’s journey is unique. STR Behavioral Health is here for every step.
Where Medical Expertise Meets Compassionate Care
Medical detox is more than eliminating substances from the body. It’s the foundation on which lasting recovery is built.
STR Behavioral Health’s detox program is designed to help clients withdraw safely, manage symptoms effectively, and stay as comfortable as possible throughout the process. Beyond physical stabilization, the clinical team prepares clients mentally and emotionally for the deeper work ahead — breaking harmful patterns and building the groundwork for long-term healing.
STR Silver Pines:
A Place Built for Healing
Located in the Pocono Mountains in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania, STR Silver Pines is a 21-bed detox facility designed to feel as welcoming as it is clinically capable. The environment is calm, comfortable, and free from the stressors of daily life, giving clients the space to focus entirely on healing: physically, mentally, and spiritually.
Program Details
Ages Treated
Adults (18+)
Clinical Capabilities
Medication-assisted withdrawal management, 24/7 medical monitoring, specialized detox protocols, nutrition assistance
Payments Accepted
Commercial insurance, private pay
Medicare/Medicaid
Not accepted
Clinical Depth at Every Stage
The continuum of care at STR Behavioral Health is built to support clients at every stage — from medical detox and stabilization through residential treatment and outpatient programming. For clients with co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions, that continuity isn’t just convenient. It’s clinically essential.
Specialized Detox Protocols
STR offers specialized detox for methamphetamine, xylazine, and fentanyl.
We also provide a structured taper schedule from benzodiazepines (such as Xanax, Klonopin, Valium, and Ativan) to ensure clients can safely detox while continuing addiction treatment.
Support for Complex Addictions
As a dually licensed treatment center, we have the clinical expertise and resources to treat clients who may struggle to find effective detox elsewhere. Our program is equipped to support:
- People with eating disorders
- Individuals with seizure disorders
- Those facing complex psychiatric issues
- Pregnant individuals
Comprehensive Symptom Management
The clinical team addresses the full spectrum of withdrawal — physical symptoms like restlessness, body aches, and nausea, as well as psychological symptoms like anxiety, depression, and cravings. The program’s also equipped to manage more severe withdrawal presentations, including seizures and delirium tremens.
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is available for opioid and alcohol use disorders, including Suboxone and Vivitrol, as clinically appropriate.
Connection From Day One
The detox facility shares a campus with the residential treatment program, creating a rare and meaningful opportunity — clients further along in treatment can interact with and support those just beginning.
This connection helps demystify the path ahead, reduces fear around the transition from detox to residential care, and builds a sense of community and accountability from day one.
Medical Detox: Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
What is medical detox?
Medical detox is the process of eliminating drugs and alcohol from the body under 24/7 clinical supervision. It can be approached in one of two ways:
- Tapering — Gradually reducing use to minimize withdrawal symptoms.
- Cold turkey — Stopping all use abruptly, which carries a higher risk of severe or life-threatening withdrawal symptoms.
Both approaches can be dangerous without medical supervision. Medical detox provides 24/7 monitoring, withdrawal management, and medication to reduce discomfort, manage cravings, and support mental well-being. It also ensures proper nutrition, hydration, and overall health stabilization — with the clinical infrastructure to manage everything from mild discomfort to severe withdrawal presentations like seizures and delirium tremens.
If someone is in immediate crisis, the 988 Suicide + Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 by call or text.
Is medical detox safe?
Yes — when conducted in a medically supervised setting. Medical detox at STR Silver Pines provides 24/7 monitoring, withdrawal management, and medication support to reduce discomfort and manage risk. The program is equipped to treat clients with co-occurring mental health conditions, eating disorders, seizure disorders, and pregnant individuals.
Attempting to detox from drugs or alcohol without medical supervision, however, can be dangerous — and in some cases, life-threatening.
How long does medical detox take?
The length of medical detox varies based on the substance involved, the duration and severity of use, overall health, and any co-occurring conditions. General timelines for common substances:
- Alcohol – Withdrawal symptoms typically begin within 6 hours of reducing or stopping use. Symptoms peak within 72 hours and generally subside within 7–10 days. Severe cases may experience lingering effects for weeks or months.
- Opioids (prescription painkillers, heroin, fentanyl) – Symptoms appear within 6–12 hours of last use, peak at 72 hours, and typically subside within 7–10 days.
- Benzodiazepines (Xanax, Klonopin, Valium, Ativan) – Short-acting benzo withdrawal begins within 24–48 hours and can last up to a month. Long-acting benzos may produce symptoms lasting two months or more.
- Cocaine – Withdrawal symptoms begin within a few hours of last use and can last 7–14 days.
- Stimulants (methamphetamine, ecstasy) – Symptoms may begin within a few days and last several weeks, with psychological effects like depression and cravings lingering for months.
Every person’s experience is different. Symptom severity, treatment response, and co-occurring conditions all influence how detox unfolds.
Can someone detox from fentanyl, meth, or benzos at STR Silver Pines?
Yes. STR Silver Pines offers specialized medical detox protocols for fentanyl, methamphetamine, xylazine, and benzodiazepines — substances that require a higher level of clinical expertise and careful management. A structured taper schedule is available for benzodiazepines, including Xanax, Klonopin, Valium, and Ativan.
What’s the difference between detox and rehab?
Medical detox addresses the physical process of eliminating drugs or alcohol from the body and managing withdrawal symptoms. Rehab — or residential treatment — addresses the psychological, behavioral, and emotional aspects of addiction. Medical detox is typically the first step, and residential treatment follows. At STR Silver Pines, both programs share a single campus, making the transition between the two seamless and supported.
Can someone detox at home instead of a facility?
For individuals with mild substance use, home detox may be possible under medical guidance. However, for those with severe or long-term drug or alcohol use, detoxing at home carries significant risk, including life-threatening withdrawal symptoms such as seizures and delirium tremens. A medically supervised detox facility like STR Silver Pines provides the monitoring and support needed to detox safely.
Does insurance cover drug and alcohol detox at STR Behavioral Health?
STR Behavioral Health accepts commercial insurance and private pay. Medicare and Medicaid aren’t currently accepted. The admissions team can help verify insurance coverage and walk through payment options before treatment begins.
What happens after medical detox at STR Silver Pines?
Medical detox addresses the physical aspects of drug and alcohol use — but lasting recovery rarely happens from medical detox alone. Most clients transition to a higher level of care, such as residential treatment, after completing medical detox.
At STR Silver Pines, the detox and residential programs share a campus, making that transition straightforward and clinically supported. STR Behavioral Health also offers family support programming to help loved ones navigate the process alongside the client.
At STR Behavioral Health, the measure of success is the lives changed. Here’s what clients and families have to say.
“I have been in treatment at a few places over the last couple of years, and both the staff and the other clients at Silver Pines were the kindest, most welcoming, and friendliest community I have encountered. It’s not even close.”
—Grateful Alum
Other Levels of Care
STR Behavioral Health offers a comprehensive continuum of care — from medical detox and residential treatment to partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and supportive housing. No matter where someone is in their recovery, the right level of support is here.
Residential Treatment
Intensive, live-in treatment with a low client-to-staff ratio, 24/7 clinical support, and individualized care in a structured, healing environment.
Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
An intensive day treatment program running five days a week, providing structured, comprehensive clinical support while allowing clients to maintain independence at home.
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
A multi-day treatment program offering more structure and clinical support than traditional outpatient therapy, designed for clients managing work, education, and family responsibilities.
Supportive Housing
A safe, structured living environment where clients build community, develop independence, and access the resources needed to sustain long-term recovery.
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