Our Approach - pathway to recovery
Maine Recovery Collective takes a holistic approach to recovery. In addition to our clinical and 12-step programming, we provide robust psycho-educational programming informed by Jungian psychology and dislocation theory. Our residents are also exposed to a variety of wellness practices, including yoga, heart contemplation, and hiking. We encourage our residents to secure employment, volunteer placement, and/or continuing education.
Our team
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Piers Kaniuka, LADC
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR piers@mainerecoverycollective.com
For almost 30 years Piers has utilized spiritual, psychological, and wellness practices to help those suffering from substance use disorder. Since 2002 he has served in various capacities, including: program director, director of spiritual life, counselor, and program supervisor. From 2013 - 2016 he was chair of the department of transpersonal psychology at Burlington College in Vermont. Piers is also core faculty at the Alcyon Center, a spiritual retreat in Seal Cove, Maine. Piers has Master’s degrees in theological studies and counseling psychology and is a certified yoga instructor.
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Ricky Parah, CADC
ADMINISTRATOR/CLINICAL PROGRAM MANAGER ricky@mainerecoverycollective.com
Ricky has worked in various roles supporting those with substance use disorder and other mental health challenges, including behavioral health professional, recovery residence manager, recovery support specialist, recovery case manager, and Director of 12 Step Programming for one of the largest treatment organizations in New England. He holds degrees in philosophy and biblical studies, as well as a certificate in contemplative spiritual direction. He currently resides in the greater Portland area with his wife and two sons.
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Krista Gray, CADC
CLINICIAN krista@mainerecoverycollective.com
Krista is a certified alcohol and drug counselor in the state of Maine. She began her counseling career as a nationally certified school psychologist where she provided meaningful assessments and therapeutic support to children and adolescents facing adversity. She expanded her outreach by opening a private practice as a Licensed Educational Psychologist in the state of Massachusetts. Krista has experienced how addiction impacts families first hand and it is her mission to help clients restore healthy relationships in their lives.
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Lisa Nashawaty, ADCA
ADMINISTRATOR/DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS lisa@mainerecoverycollective.com
Since finding recovery in 2014, Lisa has worked in multiple settings, nonprofits and treatment centers in the field of recovery. In 2018, she founded the Aletheia House for Women in Portland, ME. Rooted in the practice of the 12 Steps, Aletheia also employed a variety of modalities that included: contemplative practice, yoga, and hiking. Lisa’s approach was largely informed by her own experience of recovery. After years of struggle she finally came to realize that healing from addiction was so much more than mere abstinence from drugs and alcohol. Recovery is ultimately about community. With proper encouragement and support, our shortcomings can actually help us find our way! Lisa looks forward to taking another step forward with Maine Recovery Collective.
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Marissa Richardson, LADC & CCS
CLINICAL SUPERVISOR marissa@mainerecoverycollective.com
Marissa Dodge is devoted to compassionate care and empowering others in the behavioral health field. As a substance use disorder clinician, and a board member for a non-profit providing scholarship opportunities for individuals to fund substance use treatment, she spends her days helping others to make positive changes in their lives. Marissa has a Bachelor’s degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences, and a Certificate in Public Health, and also is licensed as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor, and a Certified Clinical Supervisor in the State of Maine. She lives in Poland with her husband and two amazing sons… and a menagerie of pets that include 2 dogs, a cat and 10 chickens!
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NAOMI BOLAND, CADC
CLINICAL PROGRAM MANAGER naomi@mainerecoverycollective.com
After several attempts at sobriety, Naomi found recovery in 2017 through the 12 step model of Alcoholics Anonymous. She was taught it was possible to outgrow the curse of addiction if she sought and collaborated with a greater power, and when this happened she was determined to help others accomplish the same. Naomi has been working in the treatment field since 2018 and is currently a certified alcohol and drug counselor (CADC) in the state of Maine. Naomi's approach is informed by Jungian analysis, somatic healing, contemplative practice and service work. Naomi has a talent for building connections with clients and supporting them in their recovery. She is passionate about contributing to a genuine mission of love and healing.
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COLLEEN KINSELLA, ADCA
PROGRAM COORDINATOR colleen@mainerecoverycollective.com
Colleen is a Clinical Program Manager at Maine Recovery Collective, where she brings both her personal recovery journey and her passion for helping women heal. Since beginning her recovery in 2023, she has dedicated herself to guiding others with empathy, understanding, and hope. Previously a Program Coordinator and House Manager, Colleen developed a strong foundation in fostering connection, accountability, and growth. In her current role, she combines her lived experience with clinical leadership, creating a supportive environment where women feel valued, empowered, and inspired to embrace lasting change.
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Kate Hickman, ADCA
ADMISSIONS SPECIALIST/COMMUNITY OUTREACH LIAISON kate@mainerecoverycollective.com
Kate is our Admissions and Community Outreach Specialist, bringing both experience and empathy to her work. Her own recovery journey, which began in 2017, inspired her passion for helping others find the same freedom through the twelve steps. As the very first resident and House Manager at Aletheia House, Kate has been deeply connected to the program’s mission from the beginning. Today, she serves as a first point of contact, meeting each person with compassion and understanding. In her outreach role, Kate builds connections within the community to raise awareness of recovery resources and extend support.
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THOMAS RODGER (SARGE), ADCA
PROGRAM COORDINATOR sarge@mainerecoverycollective.com
Sarge is the Program Coordinator at Maine Recovery Collective, bringing dedication and lived experience to his role. His own recovery journey began in 2023, leading him from inpatient treatment in New Hampshire to Portland’s sober living community, where he quickly became a trusted Senior House Manager. With a background as an Industrial Mechanic, Sarge transitioned into recovery work as a Behavioral Health Technician before stepping into leadership at Maine Recovery Collective in 2025. Guided by his belief that “it does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop,” Sarge is committed to supporting others on their paths to healing and growth.
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Haley Hanks, ADCA
PROGRAM COORDINATOR haley@mainerecoverycollective.com
Haley found recovery in 2024, inspired by the belief that expanding her spiritual life could lift the shadow of addiction. She now shares that hope with others, drawing from AA, the Wellbriety movement, meditation, and service work. As Program Coordinator at Maine Recovery Collective, Haley is dedicated to creating space where women can connect, grow, and heal. Her work reflects a deep commitment to guiding others in recovery through spiritual principles, community, and compassionate service.