YOUR CHILD DESERVES TO THRIVE
Seeing your child struggle can be heartbreaking. You worry that mental health struggles or substance use could derail their future, and above all, you want them to know that they’re loved, supported, and valued.
At Kiwi Recovery, you’ll find specialized clinical care with the goal of helping young people find sustainable pathways toward recovery. Whether your child is dealing with depression, anxiety, or substance use issues, our team of experienced clinicians can help.
OUR RECOVERY MISSION
Lasting recovery can be a challenge. Kiwi Recovery’s mission is to provide teens, young adults, and their families with the support and evidence-based care they need to overcome behavioral health and addiction challenges, permanently.
Our priority is providing the safe space our clients need to put their struggles with behavioral health and addiction in the past and pave the way to a bright future.
WE’RE LICENSED / ACCREDITED BY
Department of Public Health (DPH) | Bureau of Substance and Addiction Services (BSAS) | The Joint Commision
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why KIWI?
Our treatment center isn’t made for adults with an additional program for teens as an afterthought—it’s designed exclusively with teens and young adults in mind. Today’s teens face unique challenges. Peer pressure, academic stress, and growing up are already difficult enough, but the added pressure of mental health struggles can make it even harder. That’s why it’s important to partner with a team such as ours that understands the unique needs of adolescents.
Support for the entire family promotes lasting recovery and true healing. That’s why we involve family throughout the therapeutic process with family therapy, parent meetings and regular updates. Additionally, our outpatient treatment model means our clients can live at home while receiving care, spending time in our supportive center during the day while returning to the place they’re most comfortable at night.
There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to mental health and addiction recovery; recovery is a journey unique to the person taking it. What works for a friend may not work for you and vice versa. That’s why we design each treatment plan to meet the individual needs of our clients. We work with you and your loved one to develop a personalized program to help make lasting lifestyle changes.
Alongside our clinical treatment, we offer a wide range of therapies that can help clients understand and address the root causes of their issues, from holistic approaches like music therapy to evidence-based interventions like cognitive-behavioral therapy. These sessions help clients work through difficult emotions, address life stressors, improve communication skills, and develop healthy coping strategies.
YOUR TEEN—AND YOUR WHOLE FAMILY—IS NOT ALONE.
LET’S START THE JOURNEY TO HEALING TOGETHER.
meet the team
Ms. Fichter is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) and a UCLA Certified PEERS Facilitator with over 10 years of experience providing quality mental health and dual diagnosis care within acute, outpatient, and community-based treatment settings. She graduated from Simmons University with a master’s degree in social work and received her bachelor’s degree in family studies from the University of New Hampshire. Ms. Fichter has held various leadership roles with an emphasis on developing and delivering behavioral health services that are person-centered, solution-driven, and that enhance the overall quality of life for all individuals.
As the clinical director at Kiwi Recovery, Ms. Fichter oversees all clinical programs to ensure the highest standard of service is provided to each individual and family. We have created a warm, safe, collaborative space for clients to feel heard and supported throughout their treatment. The team at Kiwi Recovery is committed to providing services that foster personal growth and empower our clients with confidence to take the next steps in their recovery journey.
Rebecca graduated from the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology with a Master's Degree in Forensic and Counseling Psychology. Over the past 17 years Rebecca has worked with children, adolescents, and families across a variety of diverse geographic locations (Northeast America, Vietnam and Israel) in numerous levels of care (in-patient departments, emergency departments, residential facilities, The Department of Youth Services, and community-based crisis response). She is passionate about trauma informed care and building an environment that fosters safety, inclusivity, resilience, and empowers youth to learn how to communicate effectively their needs. She is DBT and ARC certified.
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Audrey Eisenmenger-Kaufman is a social worker who holds a Masters of Social Work from Boston College School of Social Work and bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies with a minor in Psychology from the University of Vermont. Ms. Eisenmenger has over two years of experience working with individuals with substance use disorders at a substance use detoxification program and treatment center. She also brings experience working with adolescents struggling with substance use and mental health in a school-based setting and in providing support at a Partial Hospital and Intensive Outpatient level of care.
As a social worker at Kiwi Recovery, Ms. Eisenmenger brings her knowledge of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Therapy into her work with clients as an individual case manager and group facilitator. She is excited to partner with individuals and families to help adolescents and young adults achieve a sense of stability and confidence. Ms. Eisenmenger strongly believes in the ability for young people to learn, grow and achieve their goals of recovery from substance use and mental health problems.
Theresa McCarthy is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who is currently working as a PHP clinician for Kiwi Recovery. Ms. McCarthy acquired her Masters in Social Work from Boston University and has been providing mental health services for 6+ years. Theresa has experience working with children, adolescents, and teenagers in outpatient and school settings. She has also worked as a family-based therapist for many years. Theresa has been trained in providing dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-based therapy, suicide prevention for teens and adults, cognitive behavioral therapy, and crisis prevention. Ms. McCarthy is eager to continue her career as a social worker with the Kiwi Recovery team!
Ms. Howell is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) with over 15 years of experience in the behavioral health field. She earned a master’s degree in social work with children and families (MSW) from Wheelock College in 2008, and a bachelor’s degree in social work and human development (BSW), also from Wheelock College, in 2006. Ms. Howell has provided care and treatment for clients of all ages from prenatal to geriatric populations within a variety of settings, including outpatient clinics, emergency service programs, community-based programs, inpatient medical hospitals, and emergency departments. Over the years, she has built positive working connections with a myriad of providers, agencies, and organizations within the greater Boston area and beyond.
Ms. Howell is passionate about and specializes in pediatric and adolescent mental health and crisis intervention. She strives to empower clients and their families within their personal recovery process through comprehensive and holistic care that builds upon each client’s individual strengths, current needs, and goals for the future. Here at Kiwi Recovery, Ms. Howell utilizes a kind and harm-reduction approach with our adolescent and young adult clients and their families, which often strengthens the therapeutic rapport that can serve as a springboard towards a client’s recovery journey. She is looking forward to helping you or your loved one on a path to recovery that promotes their safety, well-being, and overall satisfaction and happiness.
Madelyn Campano is an Administrative Assistant at Kiwi Recovery. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a concentration in marketing from SNHU. With a background in healthcare, she has worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapist for adults with special needs. Her experience in the healthcare industry has provided her with a valuable knowledge base. Madelyn brings passion and enthusiasm to her work, and she is dedicated to ensuring that each family, youth and referral source has a smooth, easy, and supportive experience throughout the admissions process.
Mary Clancy is a board- certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She began her career as a registered nurse over 40 years ago, working in cardiac intensive care and in cardiac rehabilitation. As passionate as she was about medicine, she felt drawn to also meet the mental health needs of her clients. She then specialized in psychiatric nursing at Mass General Hospital. In 2008 she felt ready to take on the responsibility of diagnosing and prescribing medication for psychiatric illnesses. She earned her Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Regis College.
Since earning her MSN, Mary has had the privilege of treating clients ages 18 and older, with all forms of mental health diagnoses in various settings including in-patient, private practice, partial hospital and both residential and detox treatment centers. Her goal is to partner with each person working towards remission of the symptoms they find distressing. She brings with her lessons learned by those she has worked with over the years, both from her clients and colleagues.
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Samantha Sargent serves as an Administrative Assistant at Kiwi Recovery, bringing a wealth of experience in healthcare and administration. With a background as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and Case Manager for adults with intellectual and physical disabilities, Samantha is dedicated to supporting individuals and families in meaningful ways.
Her administrative expertise was honed during her time as an Office Assistant at a manufacturing facility, complemented by her experience as a Human Resources Coordinator at the local Job Corps center. This diverse skill set enables her to approach her work with a unique perspective, ensuring efficient operations and a positive experience for everyone involved.
Samantha is known for her infectious positivity and unwavering smile, which she brings to the workplace every day. She is eager to assist families throughout the admissions process, ensuring a smooth and supportive experience as they navigate their journey with Kiwi Recovery.
Eric is a social worker who earned his master’s degree in social work from Boston University, as well as training 4 years at the Kantor Family Institute. Eric has spent over 20 years in the addiction, mental health field as a clinician, consultant and has held leadership positions. He has worked in a variety of clinical settings including, outpatient, residential, home based, prisons and private practice.
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Partnerships
Kiwi Recovery is paving the way to a bright future for the teens in our care through effective, evidence-based treatment programs.
Partnering with local healthcare providers, recovery organizations, and other community resources, makes our mental health and addiction treatment programs more accessible to teens and families in need of support. Through these partnerships, we’re able to expand access to care, collaborate with other treatment providers, and increase awareness of treatment options.