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- Address: 1290 Congress Street, Portland, ME, 04102
- (207) 442-7782
- Intake@RiseRecoveryTreatment.com
Lacey brings extensive experience in residential substance use treatment and clinical leadership, with a strong focus on person-centered, trauma-informed care. She provides clinical oversight and facilitates both group programming and individual counseling sessions, helping to ensure that Rise Recovery maintains ethical standards, thoughtful structure, and care that remains responsive to the individuals and families it serves.
Polly brings decades of clinical experience working with at-risk populations and individuals with complex mental health needs. She provides clinical oversight, and offers direct therapeutic groups to residents. Polly’s depth of experience, steady presence, and commitment to ethical, person-centered care help ensure that Rise Recovery maintains strong clinical standards while remaining responsive to the needs of the community it serves.
Ellie oversees operational systems at Rise Recovery, bringing an extensive background in organizational structure and process management. Her work supports staffing coordination, internal processes, and regulatory alignment, helping to ensure the program operates smoothly, responsibly, and with consistency across all levels.
Brent serves as the Intake Coordinator for Rise Recovery and is often the first point of contact for individuals and referral partners. In addition to his role in admissions, he facilitates groups using a holistic approach that incorporates art therapy, writing, and interactive activities, supporting engagement, self-expression, and personal growth within the structure of the program.
Jaime coordinates program activities at Rise Recovery and facilitates clinical and life skills groups. She oversees community engagement, daily group structure, and activity planning, helping create a program environment that supports accountability, connection, and engagement—while allowing recovery to include purpose, energy, and enjoyment.
Joshua serves as a Residential Technician and Clinical Aide at Rise Recovery. He supports residents through daily programming, engagement, and structured activities within the house, including assisting with meal preparation, cooking, and maintaining a consistent environment that reinforces routine, accountability, and life skills development. He also facilitates groups focused on art and creative expression, encouraging self-exploration and personal growth. As a person in recovery, Joshua brings lived experience to his role and has a goal of obtaining his Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) credential while receiving clinical supervision at Rise Recovery.
Rise Recovery is supported by a dedicated team of per diem staff who contribute across a range of roles, including daytime, overnight, and seasonal coverage. These team members play an essential role in maintaining the consistency, safety, and structure of the program, stepping in where needed to ensure residents continue to receive steady, reliable support. Their flexibility, commitment, and willingness to meet the needs of the program are deeply valued, and Rise Recovery could not operate at its standard of care without their support.
Keirsten is a seasoned Registered Nurse with experience in hospice care and PNMI residential settings, bringing strong insight into medical co-occurring disorders and whole-person care. Known for her direct, honest approach and clear clinical perspective, she supports thoughtful decision-making and accountability in ways that benefit clients, staff, and the overall program.
Christine brings over 25 years of experience working with individuals across all stages of recovery. She operates a private practice and offers extensive expertise in clinical treatment and community-based recovery, providing a well-rounded perspective that strengthens both program development and continuity of care.
Dr. Nicholson brings medical expertise and clinical perspective to the Rise Recovery Board, supporting oversight of care, safety, and program development. He also serves as an outpatient referral resource for primary care and medication-assisted treatment needs, helping ensure continuity of care beyond the residential setting.
John brings over 25 years of continuous involvement in a 12-step recovery program, offering a strong foundation of lived experience and long-term recovery. He is currently pursuing his Registered Nurse (RN) degree, expanding his ability to support individuals through both clinical knowledge and compassionate care. John serves on the Board of Directors at the Clyde Bailey Drop-In Center, where he contributes to creating a safe and supportive environment for recovery meetings and sober community engagement. As a proud husband and father, he is deeply committed to strengthening individuals, families, and communities through recovery, and believes strongly in the power of peer-to-peer support.