Anthony Schlaff, MD

Staff Physician

Dr. Schlaff is the Director of the Public Health Program and Professor in the Department of Public Health and Community Medicine at Tufts University School of Medicine.  He received a BA in History from Yale University, an MD from Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons, and an MPH from the Harvard School of Public Health.  He trained in Internal Medicine at Boston City Hospital and in Preventive Medicine at Carney Hospital in Boston and is board certified in both specialties.   His clinic practice now focuses on addiction medicine and he works at Column Health in Arlington and Brighton.  Prior to assuming his current position at Tufts, he has worked as a medical director and director of quality improvement in several community health center networks and has directed several community health initiatives in Boston and New York.  He is a past president of the Association for Prevention Teaching and Research.

Barbara Herbert, MD

Executive Director of Clinical Education & Strategy

Dr. Barbara Herbert is an expert in the field of Addiction Medicine with over thirty years of caring for patients, teaching and mentoring physicians, and leading policy and regulatory organizations. She has a passion for treating new mothers with Substance Use Disorder and has been an outspoken advocate for the reduction of stigma associated with Mental Illness. Dr. Barbara Herbert is the immediate past president of the Massachusetts Society of Addiction Medicine (MSAM). She graduated from State University of New York at Stony Brook, School of Medicine and completed her residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and a post doc fellowship at Harvard University.

Colin Beatty

Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Colin is a seasoned healthcare strategy and startup consultant with experience driving startups to success; he is the founding partner of Triple Canopy Advisors LLC healthcare strategy consulting firm as well as the founder of Petri Dish, a medical software development company. He holds an MBA from Kellogg School of Management, a Masters from Stanford University, and received his emergency medical training at UCLA medical.

Craig Smith

Director of Culture

Dr. Craig Smith is an American media artist and theorist whose art and research focuses on the process, aesthetics, and ethics of human‐to‐human interactivity and contemporary visual culture. Craig has held teaching, research, and global fellowship positions at numerous universities and colleges and joined the University of Florida as a senior faculty member. His exhibitions of photography, live sound performances, lectures, and other art media have been featured at an international range of museums, galleries, art fairs, athletic facilities, and financial organizations including the Corcoran Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., PS1MOMA Contemporary Art Institute in New York, The Tate Modern in London, The George Eastman House in Rochester, the Hudson River Museum, and the Burchfield Penney Art Center. 

Jessica Grillo

Community Engagement Manager

Jessica joined Column Health in a community outreach role and as a clinic experience representative. She graduated from Curry College's Nursing School and has been in the healthcare field for over 10 years. Jessica has diverse experience with patients from the emergency room to primary care and cardiology practices and most recently at Walden Behavioral Care as an admissions intake coordinator for mental health. She is extremely passionate about substance abuse and finding ways to help address the current opioid epidemic. When not working, she is taking care of her two young, energetic sons! She also loves going to the beach, reading, and her daily dose of milk and cookies.

Jim McIntyre

Chief Operating Officer

Jim is a passionate brand builder and marketing executive who has helped grow several household name brands during his career. Jim applies strategic frameworks to drive results through best-in-class marketing, disciplined product innovation, operations excellence, and strong customer relationships. Jim’s diverse career includes working for Kraft Heinz, the Olympics and the World Cup as well as entrepreneurial experience with developing multiple startup businesses, where he managed the development process for a multi-site, multi-state company. Jim has created a non-profit organization, has an MBA from Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management and lives with his wife Laura and their two dogs Taz and Max.

Matt Hansbury

Chief Technology Officer

Matt is a software, cybersecurity, and IT professional with over 20 years of technology experience. He has lead complex and healthcare focused engagements in both the private sector and within government agencies. Matt has provided technical management and strategic planning on a several large scale, software and systems development projects.

Aimee Hardinger

Billing and Coding Associate

Aimee joined the Column Health team after relocating to the Boston area from Kansas City. She studied Communication at Marquette University and then transitioned to the canine care industry following graduate school. Aimee’s passion is contributing to a team which fosters a culture of organizational and operational excellence. In addition, Aimee is thrilled to be part of a team committed to well-being of others. Outside of Column Health, Aimee is an avid sports fan (Kansas City Royals and Chiefs) who also enjoys spending time with family and friends.

Edwin Raffi MD, MPH

Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Edwin Raffi is a board certified psychiatrist at the Massachusetts General Hospital’s Center for Women’s Mental Health, and an Instructor in Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. He completed his psychiatry residency training at Harvard Medical School’s South Shore Adult Psychiatry Residency Program and his fellowship in Perinatal and Reproductive Psychiatry at the MGH Center for Woman’s Mental Health. Dr. Raffi’s areas of interest include: Perinatal and Reproductive Psychiatry, Addiction and Substance Use Disorders, Geriatric Psychiatry, Trauma, Mind Body Medicine, Health and Technology. He is a recipient of the Harvard Medical School Department of Psychiatry 2016 Harry C. and Maida Solomon Award for his work related to substance use disorder in veterans.

Dani Gerstman

Regional Therapy Supervisor

Dani is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with a Masters degree from Boston College and Bachelors degree from Florida State University. Throughout her career she has provided care in a variety of settings including outpatient, residential, court systems and schools. Dani enjoys facilitating group therapy and she specializes in the treatment of complex trauma. Dani recognizes that every individual is the expert of their own life and she collaborates with patients to identify individualized treatment goals. Dani is passionate about mental health and helping people overcome challenges to live a life of meaning and purpose. In her free time, Dani enjoys watching college football, exploring Boston, and listening to live music.

Dusty

The Dog

Dusty is more than Column Health's mascot, he's our most valuable team member. He might be small, but he's feisty and just getting started!

Chris Mulvey, FNP-BC

Nurse Practitioner

Christopher J. Mulvey is a family nurse practitioner specializing in addiction treatment. Prior to his work at Column Health, Chris worked in family practice and correctional healthcare. Chris prides himself on providing empathetic, judgment-free, patient-centered care. He is a graduate of the MGH Institute of Health Professions and serves as a preceptor for MGH IHP nurse practitioner candidates.

Chris Ortiz, PA-C, EMT-P

VP of Clinics

Christopher is a board certified physician assistant. He received his Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of New England in 2015 and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy from the University of Arizona. Previous to obtaining his Master's Degree Christopher worked in pre-hospital medicine as a paramedic providing emergent, life-saving interventions in communities based both in the South Shore and North Shore. In addition to cultivating meaningful relationships with patients, Christopher aims to provide care that is evidenced-based and patient centered to facilitate positive outcomes. Outside of Column Health Christopher enjoys the outdoors, running, and spending quality time with his family.

Meghan Dyer

Operations Specialist Manager

Meghan received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Elon University and plans to dedicate her career to the field of mental health and addiction. She currently studies at Northeastern University, working towards her Master’s in Public Administration. Prior to beginning her Master’s degree, she interned in Connecticut working on legislation regarding drug policy and sober house regulation. Meghan is involved with addiction education nonprofits and also serves on the Board of Directors for an organization that provides alternative housing to children in DCF.

David Gunther, MD

Director of TMS Services

Dr. Gunther is a locally raised board-certified family physician with a long history of caring for vulnerable populations in the Boston area. He completed his residency at the University of Massachusetts in Worcester, MA. He has served as medical director of community health centers in Somerville, MA and has maintained a clinical practice at Boston Medical Center. He has taught medical students and residents for many years, in part as an assistant clinical professor at Boston University. Dr. Gunther’s work has focused on survivors of trauma and the treatment of behavioral conditions that can arise from such experiences, particularly depression and substance use disorders. His philosophy of care is holistic in nature, acknowledging the multitude of factors that impact recovery and healing.

Rylan Thew

Regional Manager

Rylan was born and raised in beautiful Sonoma County, California. He has a natural curiosity for human behavior and interactions and earned a bachelors degree in Psychology from San Francisco State University. Rylan likes to consider himself a sports fanatic/guru and loves to support any and all Bay Area teams. He recently relocated to Boston to enjoy the warm winter months. Rylan believes there is truly a better way for society to deal with mental illness and he's excited to join Column Health to address the negative stigma associated with the disease of addiction.

Kristina Brown, FNP-BC

Nurse Practitioner

Kristina is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She graduated with a Masters of Science in Nursing from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and she holds a bachelors degree in social work. She has experience working in outpatient substance use disorder programs, residential treatment programs, inpatient detoxification, as well as, maternal-child health. Kristina is excited to join the Column Health team in their mission to reduce stigma and provide individuals with the treatment they need and deserve.

Barbara Judd

Patient Experience Representative

Barbara joined Column Health after graduating from Southern New Hampshire University with a Justice Studies degree and a minor in Psychology and Sociology. She is an amazing addition to the Column Health team and in her free time Barbara enjoys riding horses, hiking and napping in a hammock.

Brian Patel, MD, FACEP

Physician

Brian Patel, MD is the Chief of Emergency & Occupational Health Service & Associate Chief Quality Officer at Sturdy Memorial Hospital. He is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts Medical School and completed his post graduate training at Brown University’s Rhode Island Hospital. Brian is Board Certified in Emergency Medicine and is a key member of the Column-Sturdy partnership in Attleboro, Massachusetts.

Jen Moore

Team Lead

Jen Moore joined Column Heath as a Patient Experience Representative after receiving her Bachelor's degree in Public Health from Rivier University in Nashua, New Hampshire. Her interest in mental health and addiction treatment was sparked during an internship and is excited about continuing her education and growth by helping those in need. When Jen is not working, she enjoys spending time with friends, traveling, and playing with her dog.

Patricia Schram, MD

Physician

Patricia is an Addiction Medicine Board certified pediatrician. Since 2006, she have been practicing medication assisted treatment for teenagers and young adults with opioid use disorders. Patricia is fluent in Portuguese and Spanish. She completed her residency at NYU’s Bellevue Hospital and Fellowships at Cornell Medical Center and Boston Children's Hospital.

Katelin Trinidad

Regional Manager

Katelin is a licensed mental health counselor with a Master’s degree from Cambridge College and a Bachelor’s degree from Rhode Island College. Katelin has a variety of experience in the mental health field from outpatient, hospital and school settings where she has been able to help bring awareness to the stigmas around mental health and addiction. When she is not hiking and spending time in nature, she is finding creative outlets to highlight things she is passionate about such as dance, music, and education.

Teresa Engel

Compliance & Clinical Documentation Improvement VP

Teresa is a Registered Nurse with over 30 years of experience caring for patients in multiple hospital settings and specialties. She has focused her expertise on clinical documentation and compliance, bridging the gap between clinical language and coding. Teresa has developed clinical documentation curriculum, training and implementation services for hospitals across the country.

Rebecca Lampson

Clinic Experience Supervisor

Rebecca studied Business Administration at Salem State University and joined Column Health as a Clinic Experience Supervisor. She enjoys helping others find their path to recovery. When Rebecca is not at work, she can be found spending time with her family.

Deus Kanakulya

Medical Assistant

Deus joined Column Health as a Medical Assistant after working with Quest Diagnostics. He immigrated from Uganda when he was a teenager and finished high school at North Andover High School. Deus is pursuing a degree in Medical Lab Technology at Bunker Hill Community College and he enjoys applying his training in a workplace that provides accessible and affordable healthcare to anyone who wants it. When he's not at Column Health, he loves playing pickup soccer.

Yan Luz

Clinic Experience Supervisor

Yan was born in Brazil and prior to joining the Column Health team, was a Portuguese Interpreter and Medical Assistant. Yan believes everyone deserves a second chance to be happy and free of addiction to live the life they wish and deserve. Yan is currently finishing his Bachelor's Degree in Military History. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, studying history, and listening to music.

Laurie Thornton, MD

Physician

Laurine Thornton, better known as Laurie or LT, has been a physician for over thirty years. She is board certified in Internal Medicine and Emergency Medicine with a focus is in pre-hospital medicine. She was horrified by the number of opiate overdoses that paramedics were treating every week and decided to be a part of the solution. In early 2019, she was trained in addiction medicine and is excited to join the joint Sturdy Memorial - Column Health team. (And we’re thrilled to have her on the team!)

Scott Laine

Communications & Insights Director

Scott studied business at California State University, Fullerton and has worked in operations, communications and marketing for such client centric companies as Trek Bicycle and Bose. He served as Vice President of Client Services for Protocol Boston, leading a team of over 150 communications staff supporting healthcare clients. Scott values thoughtful, smart, ethical, and kind interactions within organizations and their key constituents. He is passionate about the impact an approach toward patient connections can make on social change. Outside of his role at Column Health, Scott enjoys playing and listening to music, kayaking, home remodeling and design, and anything on two wheels.

Kelly Joseph

Clinic Experience Coordinator

Kelly graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Bridgewater State University. Prior to Column Health, she has worked in customer service and administrative assistant roles and is very excited to be entering the mental health field. In her free time Kelly enjoys baking, running, and time with her family

Leanna Muccioli

Psychotherapist

Leanna joins the Column Health team as a Clinic Experience Coordinator. Leanna studied Communications at Worcester State University and has a background in marketing and special events. Leanna is pursuing a Master's of Education in Mental Health (LMHC) and School Counseling and looks forward to building upon her valuable work experience as she transitions into a field of counseling, community relations and mental health wellbeing. When not at work or school you can find Leanna teaching or taking a Barre class or, when in season, glued to a beach chair.

Danny Ly

New Patient Team Lead

Danny was born and raised in the great city of Somerville, Massachusetts. He has a passion for understanding the human psyche and received a Bachelor's degree in Social Work with a minor in Philosophy from Wheelock College. He believes people seeking mental health treatment should be able to find it in an easy, accessible, and stigma-free way. In his free time, he loves playing ultimate frisbee, eating his mom's delicious cooking, and meeting new people.

Evan_Adler

Patient Experience Representative

Evan graduated from Champlain College in 2020 with a degree in criminal justice. Prior to Column Health, Evan has worked as an intern in IT and HR for a small software company and in the legal department for a large investment firm. Evan joined Column Health because he wants to feel like he’s helping people and making a real, observable difference.

Vyctoria Amiro

Clinic Experience Coordinator

Vyctoria graduated with an Associate degree of Behavioral and Social Sciences from Bristol Community College and plans to continue her education by studying Sociology and English. She has over seven years of customer service experience but feels most comfortable when she is working to help someone out of a tough situation. Her eagerness to help and compassionate nature make her excited to join the Column Health team. In her free time, Vyctoria enjoys creative writing, singing and songwriting, and spending time with family.

Peter Banta

Data Analyst

Peter completed his degree at Rochester Institute of Technology in an Individualized Study with concentrations in Applied Statistics and Game Design and Development. He has applied his personal and technical skills at companies such as Northrop Grumman and iD Tech Camps, working as both a technical intern and instructor respectively. He values team cohesion, communication, and creating insights to improve the ability to get to company goals. Outside of the office, Peter enjoys watching sports, going bowling, and (poorly) singing along to music in his car.

Alexis Barnes

Psychotherapist

A Masters-Level Clinician working towards an LMHC. Graduated from Canisius College in Buffalo, New York with a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have experience in Dual-Diagnosis and Substance Use both within a Residential and Out-Patient settings. In my free time you can find me enjoying Bostons restaurant patios, traveling or trying a new fitness class.

Theodore Beauparlant

Recovery Navigator

Ted Beauparlant received his bachelors in Philosophy from University of Massachusetts Amherst with aspirations of being an attorney. After graduating Theodore did an Americorps service working with at-risk youth and became interested in education, which he ended up working in for 3 years afterwards. Last year he decided to pursue work in the human services field and did another Americorps year with the Police Assisted Addiction and Recovery Initiative where he became interested in working in addiction treatment and ultimately led him to Column Health.

Grace Bouton

Physician Assistant

Grace is a board certified physician assistant. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Williams College in 2014 and her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Northeastern University in 2019. She has worked as both an inpatient and outpatient surgical physician assistant in the Division of Plastic Surgery at Boston Medical Center since 2019, the largest safety-net hospital in New England. As a member of both BMC’s Center for Transgender Medicine and Surgery and Trauma Service, Grace’s work has focused on caring for those experiencing homelessness, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and immigrant communities. Outside of work, Grace enjoys spending time with friends and family (both human and canine) and gardening.

Jill Boyajian

Patient Experience Representative

Jill Boyajian is entering her senior year at Suffolk University. Column Health is a great fit for her because Jill’s mission since she was young is to help people. She is excited to be part of the patient experience team, and assisting our patients on a daily basis.

Caitlin Bragg

Psychotherapist

Cait received her Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Boston College and a Bachelor's degree in both Psychology and Elementary Education, with a minor in Music, from Ramapo College of New Jersey. In her career as a psychotherapist she has worked in both inpatient detoxification and outpatient settings. Cait is passionate about inclusive care and giving stigmatized populations a space to heal.

Emily Brett

Physician Assistant

Emily is a Board Certified Physician Assistant. She received her Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Northeastern University in 2019. She has experience working in general psychiatry, where she treated teens and adults for a variety of mental health conditions. Emily prides herself in providing kind, non-judgmental care. Her style is warm and interactive with a focus on openness. Outside of work, Emily enjoys reading, baking, and hiking with her dog Ravioli.

Kaitlin Bryant

Lead Therapist

Kate has always been interested in learning more about why we all do the things we do. She received a BA in sociology at Northeastern University and then went on to get her Masters in Social Work at Simmons College. She’s spent the last ten years working with families experiencing homelessness and gaining experience working in the intersection of poverty and trauma. Kate has a background working with PTSD, eating disorders, substance use and crisis intervention. When Kate’s not at work she usually enjoys spending time relaxing with her cat and going on adventures with her dog.

Jennifer Burke

Billing Representative

Jenn is a graduate of the Medical Billing program at Northern Essex Community College. She also holds a BA in History from UMass Lowell. After completing her internship at Lawrence General Hospital, Jenn was looking to be more involved with the community and mental health areas.

Leanne Cabrera

Operations Specialist

Leanne is a graduate of Lesley University Graduate with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. During her free time Leanne enjoys spending time with her daughter, reading books and being outdoors. Her past retail experience guided her to the realization that helping others is something she is truly passionate about. She hopes to continue her education in the Mental Health field and is glad to start it with Column Health.

Patrick Caffrey

Clinic Experience Coordinator

Patrick Caffrey majored in History at Framingham State University. While Patrick is new to the field of addiction treatment, he has relevant experience from prior positions. Patrick competed in customer service competitions in high school through organizations such as DECA, Skills USA.

John Craffey

Psychotherapist

John graduated from Boston College's School of Social Work in May 2021. His two clinical internships while at Boston College were at Justice Resource Institute's Victor School (Year 1) in Acton MA, and with Beth Israel Lahey Health's (BILH) Behavioral Services at the Beverly MA outpatient clinic (Year 2). John’s work in the human service field began in 2010 as a day treatment counselor for The Edinburg Center. While at the Edinburg Center he worked in several of their residential programs while also working on my undergraduate degree in psychology. John has also worked with children/adolescents at UMass Medical School's inpatient Continuing Care Unit's (CCU), and has experience with adults at the Nashua Street Jail as well.

Megan Curtis, MD

Physician

Dr. Curtis went to college and graduate school in the Bay Area followed by four years of medical school in New Orleans and then residency training in Internal Medicine at the University of Washington in Seattle, WA. She has spent the past two years completing Infectious Diseases fellowship through the combined Harvard program. Dr. Curtis has a strong clinical and research interest in women’s reproductive infectious diseases-- most recently focused on treatment of pregnant women for hepatitis C infection. Dr. Curtis joins Column Health to pioneer the program to treat hepatitis C. Prior to joining, she’s had been privileged to learn from experiences with diverse patient populations. In addition to providing care for patients locally in infectious diseases, Dr. Curtis has cultivated an understanding of the complexities of caring for patients who inject drugs through her residency training; cared for members of the Navajo nation at Shiprock, NM; taught medical interns at a hospital in Kenya; and provided primary care for refugees. Such opportunities have inspired her to focus on ways to improve care through creating educational projects informed by medical anthropology frameworks and engaging in thoughtful research.

Shanice Eversley

Clinic Experience Coordinator

Shanice began her career in retail, with the dream of one day getting into operations management. When applying for Column Health, she envisioned herself motivating clients to reach their personal goals, of one day overcoming drug abuse, or creating a comforting space for those that may be faced with mental health issues. Shanice has two wonderful kids a son age 12, and daughter age 5. She plans to further her degree through college education in the coming years.

Andrew Flint

Community Engagement Coordinator

Andrew Flint is a recent graduate of Elon University where he majored in Sports Management with a minor in Business Administration. He spent the last year working for the Burlington Sock Puppets, a collegiate summer baseball team located in Burlington, North Carolina, where he was responsible for ticket sales, customer retention, and customer engagement. He looks forward to building on that experience and helping people live a more enjoyable and healthy life.

Melanie Fossinger

Nurse Practitioner

Melanie is a Women's Health and Adult Primary Care Nurse Practitioner who earned her master's in nursing from the MGH Institute of Health Professions. She is passionate about helping her patients reach their goals and believes that everyone deserves a high quality health care experience that is caring, respectful, and genuine. In her free time Melanie can be found trying new recipes in the kitchen and spending time outdoors with her family.

Josh Frank

Lead Recruiter

Josh joins Column Health with six years of behavioral health recruitment experience. Prior to joining Column Heath, Josh has recruited providers for outpatient, inpatient, and skilled nursing settings. He greatly enjoys working with candidates and hiring managers to develop efficient recruitment processes, and help businesses reach their growth goals. Josh has a BA in Communication from Westfield State University, and a MBA from Bay Path University. In his free time Josh enjoys cooking, running, travel, and spending time with family and friends.

Jason Dailey

Clinic Experience Coordinator

Jason is a CEC here at Column Health. Jason holds a associates degree in liberal arts with a concentration in psychology from Middlesex Community College. Prior to working at Column Health, Jason has working in many different medical settings, from outpatient to being a first responder. He is very excited to start this new career path in addictions and mental health.

Kimberly Bilodeau

Billing Representative

Kim is part of the Revenue Cycle Team at Column Health. She has been working in the Mental Health field since 2011. She enjoys helping patients and listening to them. Kim has a Business Administration degree from Southern New Hampshire University. Outside of Column Health, she enjoys spending time with family and friends. Kim is am an avid Boston sports fan, and describes the beach as her happy place.

Iraklis Giakoumatos, MD

Medical Director

Dr. Giakoumatos completed his addiction psychiatry fellowship in the Partners Healthcare System (Massachusetts General, McLean, and Brigham & Women’s Hospitals) and adult psychiatric training at the Harvard South Shore Psychiatry Residency Training Program (HSS). Prior to joining HSS, he attended Medical School at the University of Athens, Greece. After graduating from medical school and before joining HSS, he conducted research at the Massachusetts Mental Health Center/Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Dr. Giakoumatos has published peer-reviewed articles, given oral presentations and presented posters in local, national and international meetings.

Lynne Gomes

Nurse Practitioner

Lynne is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of direct patient care experience. She graduated from Boston College with a Masters Degree of Nursing, FNP / Community Health in 2013. She attended the University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth for her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, where she graduated Suma Cum Laude in 2008. Lynne has a diverse background in caring for patients throughout the lifespan in settings such as primary care, emergency medicine, and addiction medicine. She has a particular interest in trauma, how trauma can impact the development of addictive and psychiatric disorders and in implementing trauma informed care practices to develop robust treatment plans. In addition, she specializes in the treatment of HCV in an OBOT setting. In her spare time, Lynne enjoys reading, and going for walks outside with her dog.

Sophie Gordon

Clinic Experience Supervisor

Sophie hails from a Haverford, PA, a suburb right outside of Philadelphia. She has spent the past few years in the Boston area, starting as a student at Brandeis University. After graduating with a Bachelor’s in Psychology, she worked as a Residential Counselor at an Eating Disorder Clinic, before joining the Column Health team. Sophie is passionate about continuing the conversation about mental health in an effort to smash the stigma and provide quality care to all who are in need. Outside of work, Sophie enjoys traveling, hiking, and a good cheese board.

Anelise Guillermo

Clinic Experience Coordinator

Anelise is a graduate from MCPHS University with a bachelors in pharmaceutical business and health science. Prior to accepting a position at Column Health, she was a pharmacy technician. Anelise enjoys a challenge and learning new things, which is why she enjoys working in healthcare and decided to pursue a position with Column Health.

Taylor Halderman

Patient Experience Representative

Taylor is a Massachusetts transplant from the Midwest. She absolutely loves to travel. Taylor is a recent graduated from Salem State University with my BSW and a minor in psychology. She has always found herself being passionate about helping those who may be struggling.

Eric Handsman

Chief Finance Officer

Eric Handsman has worked in finance for the past 18 years, beginning in investment banking and moving to work in-house in corporate development and finance. Eric grew up in NJ and lived in PA, Chicago, New York City, Nashville and now Boston, which is where he calls home. Eric is looking forward to putting his business and finance skills to good use to help Column Health grow and prosper, which will enable Column Health to reach and help many more patients in need. When not working, Eric enjoys skiing (water & snow), coaching his daughter's soccer team and having fun with his 2 kids and wife.

Armani Harding

Clinic Experience Coordinator

Armani was raised in Waltham Mass and is a graduate from Waltham High. Armani’s prior experience includes working in sales and in the hotel business. Armani has always wanted a job that felt more meaningful. She joined Column Health to be part of ending the stigma to addiction and changing the narrative of how people view mental health & addiction.

Samborn Hoey

Nurse Practitioner

Samborn is a certified Family Nurse Practitioner who graduated from Regis College in 2008. Her career experience includes primary care, urgent care, occupational health, addiction treatment and pain management. Samborn is excited to join the Column Health team to help individuals afflicted with substance use disorder by providing a compassionate plan of care to help patients reach recovery.

Victoria Jenks

Clinic Experience Coordinator

Victoria is grateful to join the Column team, as it has been a personal goal to work with those in the recovery community. Victoria obtained a Culinary Arts certificate at Cape Cod Community College, and went into the restaurant industry where she spent the next 10 years. She excited to join the Column Health team and help our patients!

Hannah Joyce

Community Engagement Manager

Hannah is excited to join the Column Health team as a Community Engagement Manager. Previously, Hannah worked at her family business, designing and selling office interiors and also in software sales at IBM. She got married this past August to her husband Joe. In their spare time they enjoy reading, fishing, working out, golfing and spending as much time as possible outdoors. Hannah is also a volunteer at the VA hospital and for a Lab for Life dog rescue.

Kate Larsen

Credentialing Specialist

Kate grew up in Monmouth, Oregon and graduated from Western Oregon University (WOU) where she majored in English Literature and minored in American Sign Language. Kate has worked in the higher education setting at both WOU and The University of New England. For the past six years she worked at Unum Where she managed Long Term Disability claims. Kate recently moved to Massachusetts and wanted to transition into a role where she could utilize the skills she built while working in insurance as well as develop more experience in the healthcare field.

Abel Lima

Clinic Experience Coordinator

Abel is a first generation Portuguese American who was born and raised in Rhode Island. Abel has earned two degrees: one in Communications from Rhode Island College the other in Animation from The Art Institute of California. Abel is an avid traveler, and has lived in Lisbon, Orlando, San Francisco and Los Angeles, and eventually settled in Boston to enjoy the seasons and be closer to family. Abel has worked in the food service industry and as an office manager and associate producer for a small production company, contracted many different freelance art projects, and became lead whiteboard animator for a startup animation studio. Abel also opened up and ran his own real estate investment company, flipping houses in southern Massachusetts. Abel has started his own online health and wellness business aiding and supporting people to reach their nutrition and fitness goals. That is where he discovered his true passion was in helping others, building true connections and doing something meaningful.

Hunter Logan

Patient Experience Representative

Hunter earned his BA in Writing, Literature, & Publishing from Emerson College. He is passionate about helping combat the stigma surrounding mental illness and substance use disorders through his work as a Patient Experience Representative at Column Health. When he's not at work, he's probably either watching garbage reality television or reading on a park bench somewhere.

Matthew Lynn

Psychotherapist

Matt is a graduate from Antioch University of New England. Following graduation, he worked for one year at Southbay Community Services as an in-home therapist, then Aspire health Alliance as a clinical recovery specialist. His clients at both locations presented with a comorbid mental illness diagnosis, severe mental illness and a substance abuse disorder. For self-care Matt enjoys watching sports (big Patriots fan), reading, and spending time with his new fiancé, Sam.

Luke Malone

Retention Team Lead

While managing a climbing gym in New York, Luke studied and volunteered to be a Certified Recovery Peer Advocate. He is passionate about his work in addiction treatment and loves helping folks find their way in recovery from substance use disorders. Luke finds Column Health's mission and ongoing growth key to that success. When not finding unique ways to solve complex problems and helping our patients succeed, Luke rock climbs like crazy and snowboards when it snows. Brought on as a Recovery Coach & Navigator, he recently took on a role as Retention Team Lead and can't be more psyched.

Marisa Greaves

Psychotherapist

Marisa is a LCSW who graduated from Simmons School of Social Work. She did her MSW internships at a DCF youth residential home and a senior center. Previously, Marisa worked in Adult Clinical Community Services (ACCS) and as a hospital social worker. Marisa has seen addiction at its worst and joined Column Health to help be a part of innovative solutions moving forward.

Lue Barnes

Clinic Experience Coordinator

Lue is a CEC here at Column Health. Prior to Column Health, she has worked in customer service and administrative assistant roles. She is very excited to start this new career in addictions and mental health.

Melissa Marshall

Physician Assistant

Melissa is a board certified Physician Assistant. She graduated with a Masters of Science in PA studies from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and she holds a bachelors degree in nutrition. She has experience working in medication-assisted treatment programs for substance use disorders and family medicine in the community health setting. Melissa is looking forward to working with the Column Health team to further provide access to quality addiction and psychiatric care for all who need it.

Joseph McCaffrey

Community Engagement Coordinator

Joe McCaffrey is a Community Engagement Coordinator for Column Health. Joe comes from a sales background within companies such as Comcast and Randstad. He is currently continuing his education focusing on achieving a degree in Sociology. Joe’s inspired to join this team because he has a deep passion in supporting the mental health field and the recovery community.

Carlene McNair

Psychotherapist

Carlene is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Masters in Social Work from Boston University. She has served the community in a variety of settings such as residential, inpatient, and day treatment services. Carlene enjoys group facilitation and she is a firm believer in equal treatment for all. She strives to do her part to ensure persons from marginalized communities receive support, resources, and adequate treatment. When Carlene isn’t working you may find her cooking new recipes, brainstorming and organizing community events, writing poetry, or spending quality time with family

Lykeishia McNeill

Clinic Experience Coordinator

Lykeishia McNeill is a recent Bridgewater State University graduate. She has decided to onboard with Column Health because of her passions and interests in life being psychology focused. She feels that Column Health is a great way to get started in the mental health field and give back to a community that has given to herself.

Sophia Mobayed

Psychotherapist

Sophia is a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) with a Masters degree in Social Work from Columbia University and a Bachelors degree in Psychology from Connecticut College. Sophia’s passion for addiction treatment has grown from clinical work with adults in individual and group therapy, and community work with families affected by addiction. Sophia joined Column Health to work alongside an enthusiastic team with a shared mission to provide equitable access to person-centered care, and she continues to be excited and inspired to walk alongside clients as they progress in their recovery. Outside of work, Sophia spends her time baking, painting-by numbers, and playing outside.

Max Murphy

Patient Experience Representative

Max is a former tour operator who has spent the last year working as a Behavioral Health specialist for both adults and children with autism and related disabilities. He’s currently a student studying Healthcare Administration at New England College and joined Column Health to take a deeper dive into his chosen major that he is very passionate about.

Jason O’Neil

Data Specialist

Jason joined Column Health to help people overcome and grow from the mental health challenges we all face. Jason has worked in organizations as large as the state legislature or Whole foods and as small as a local contractor or inn, always to help people access and realize the best things about life. Jason is dedicated to people centric treatment and Column Health is the most empathetic organization he has ever worked with. He enjoys reading, taking educational courses, swimming, cinema, and working on side projects in his free time.

Louis Ott

VP of Growth

Lou is passionate about driving transformational growth and improvement across organizations. Spending the majority of his career scaling healthcare and education services organizations, Lou approaches growth with a mission oriented mindset and applies rigorous analytical processes to achieve results. Prior to Column Health, Lou worked for Bay State Physical Therapy, a leading provider of physical therapy services in New England, and Little Sprouts, an early childhood education services provider. Outside of work, Lou has spent time volunteering with the breakfast program at The Pine Street Inn in Boston. During his free time, Lou enjoys golf, skiing and exploring nature in New England. Lou lives in Charlestown, MA with his wife and yellow lab, Dune.

Neal Patel

Psychotherapist

Neal attended Rutgers University Business School for undergrad and Simmons University School of Social Work for graduate school. He has been in the addiction field for the past five years, first as a residential counselor in Denver, Colorado and later as a behavioral technician. Since moving to Boston three years ago, Neal has worked at Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (Adolescent CCU), Programs for People in Framingham and Brigham and Women's Faulkner Addiction Recovery Program. Neal specializes in the treatment of substance use disorders and his work is influenced by Rogerian and psychodynamic approaches. Neal’s addiction treatment philosophy includes a mix of community, spiritual and interdisciplinary approaches. Because of this, Neal decided to join Column Health and continue his career in addiction treatment! Outside of work, Neal enjoys working on and riding his motorcycle, biking, poetry and gaming.

Stephanie Paul

Billing and Coding Representative

Stephanie Paul joined Column Health from the acquisition of the Center of Psychiatric Medicine. She has been in the Mental Health Billing field for over 20 years. Stephanie loves her job, and all the challenges that it brings. She looks forward to bringing her expertise to the Column Health family

Lydia Plakias

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Lydia is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the Lifespan). She graduated with a Masters of Science in Nursing from MGH Institute of Health Professions and completed an optional year-long nurse practitioner residency program through the Department of Veteran Affairs and the Boston College School of Nursing. Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, Lydia worked as a registered nurse on an inpatient psychiatric unit treating patients with PTSD, dissociative disorders, mood disorders, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, and substance use disorders. Lydia is excited to join the Column Health team in their mission to reduce stigma and provide individuals with evidence-based and trauma-informed care. When not at work, Lydia enjoys spending time trying out new cuisines, learning new board games and embroidery.

Catia Ramos

OTP Dosing Nurse

Catia Ramos is an LPN and is very excited to be a part of the Column health OTP program. Prior to joining Column Health, Catia was an LPN within the long-term care sector. She’s passionate about her work, and is excited to expand into the addiction and mental health field.

Queila Ramos

Clinic Experience Coordinator

Queila received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Eastern Nazarene College and is currently pursuing her Master's degree for Marriage and Family Therapy. She has worked as a Residential Educator and as a Family Support & Stabilization Specialist. She wants to continue supporting women and children throughout her career. Fun fact, chocolate and Brazilian BBQ are top favorite foods.

Max Roberts

Psychotherapist

Max earned his Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from Simmons University. Throughout his career, he has worked in a range of settings including youth and family services, long-term residential treatment, and substance use. He recently joined Column Health to be part of an excellent organization dedicated to helping individuals in a long-term, one-on-one setting. Max is passionate about treating substance used disorder as well as a variety of other mental health issues. When he's not at work, Max enjoys reading, playing his bass guitar, playing video games, and going for walks with his dog, Barry.

Diane Rogers

Psychotherapist

Diane is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and recent west coast transplant from Southern Oregon where she completed her Bachelors of Psychology with minors in philosophy and Spanish. Diane received her Masters of Clinical Social Work at Boston University. Diane has worked in a variety of settings including school-based counseling, community based crisis work and gang-violence prevention, as well as group and individual counseling within residential dual-treatment centers and the homeless shelters of Boston. With a specialization in Trauma and strengths based intervention, Diane strives to guide clients to their potential by helping them fully understand and overcome their greatest obstacles while creating a genuine, safe environment for self-exploration and growth. When she’s not at Column Health, Diane loves to sing, ballroom dance, mountain bike, and go camping.

Bhavi Patel

Nurse Practitioner

Bhavi is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She graduated with a Masters of Science in Nursing from Regis College and she holds a bachelors in Biology and Kinesiology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She has experience in dermatology, pain management, and addiction medicine with experiences working with patients of all ages and different cultural backgrounds. She is fluent in Hindi and Gujrati. She enjoys building good relationships with her patients to help them to reach their goal. In her free time she enjoys reading, traveling, and walking on the beach.

Olivia Rando

Existing Patient Team Lead

Olivia received her Bachelors degree in Public Health from the University of New England. She has a passion for advocating for accessible healthcare and believes everyone deserves the treatment they need. Prior to Column Health, Olivia has experience as a pharmacy technician, and has interned for both Maine Medical Center's Access to Care department and Medical Care Development where she helped get broadband internet access to parts rural Maine. In her spare time, she likes to spend time outdoors, be with family and friends, or binge watch a good netflix series.

Annalisa Vargas

Physician Assistant

Annalisa received her Bachelor of Arts degree at the University of North Texas in Denton, TX and completed her physician assistant training at the University of the Cumberlands in Williamsburg, KY. Prior to becoming a PA, she worked for over 10 years in a variety of healthcare settings and specialties including pediatrics, psychiatry, and emergency medicine in under-served urban areas. She is deeply committed to working with disadvantaged groups and bringing her skills to those who need it most. Above all, she strives to be part of the solution and not the problem.

Laura Kehoe, MD

Medical Director, OTP

Dr. Kehoe is excited to join Column Health's innovative team as the OTP medical director. She is also the medical director of the Massachusetts General Hospital Substance Use Disorder Bridge Clinic and an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. She received her undergraduate degree from Washington University in St. Louis, a MD from Tufts University School of Medicine, and a MPH from Boston University School of Public Health. Dr. Kehoe completed her residency in internal medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital, and is board certified in internal medicine and addiction medicine. Dr. Kehoe is passionate about lowering barriers to immediately accessible, compassionate, evidence-based care. She has published research projects related to substance use disorder care delivery to vulnerable populations, teaches and mentors trainees, providers and teams to incorporate addiction care into general medical settings, and provides on-demand virtual support to PCPs in the care of their patients with addiction and pain. Dr. Kehoe has cared for patients in primary care, inpatient, residential and outpatient settings, and as the medical director of a Boston area methadone maintenance treatment program. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her husband and their 3 children, often at ice rinks.

Johanne Cazeau

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Johanne Cazeau is a family and a psychiatric nurse practitioner. Johanne was born in Haiti and moved to the US when she was 15 years old. Prior to going into nursing, she was a special education teacher for 5 years. Being a special Ed teacher inspired her to pursue an education in family and psychiatric nursing which then inspired her to pursue a doctorate in nursing. Johanne is currently attending UMass Boston for her doctorate in leadership in nursing and will be graduating May 2022.

Dario Salati

Clinic Experience Manager

Dario Salati joined Column Health after graduating from Fairfield University with a Bachelor's degree in Management and a minor in Health Studies. His interest in mental health and substance dependency started in college, and he is excited to continue to learn more about how to help those who suffer the most from these conditions. Outside of work, Dario enjoys spending time with his friends, going to comedy shows, and traveling to new and exciting places.

Shane Coutinho

Community Engagement Manager

Shane joined Column Health in a Business Development role encompassed with Community Outreach. He graduated from Mount Ida College with a business degree and founded the Coutinho-Boisse Funeral Home in Harwich. Shane became passionate about Substance Abuse issues while witnessing overdose rates increase rapidly as the local funeral home owner. Shane switched gears and entered the Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health field as a Aftercare Director on a Dual Diagnosis Unit. He has a passion for helping his community and connecting those members with the resources they want and deserve. Shane can be found on his days off with his wife Amy and 12 year old son enjoying all of the beauty and beaches of Cape Cod

Robert Sampson, MD, FASAM

Psychiatrist

Dr. Sampson graduated from Yale magna cum laude with honors with exceptional distinction in Psychology. He completed medical school at the University of Pennsylvania. He did his Psychiatry residency at the University of Michigan and his Child Psychiatry residency at Tufts New England Medical Center. He completed his acupuncture training at the New England School of Acupuncture. He is Board Certified in Psychiatry, Child Psychiatry, and Addiction Medicine. Throughout his career he has helped people tap into the healing resources within them to promote health and wellness. He enjoys incorporating this perspective into his work at Column Health with people with addictions. In his spare time he enjoys hiking in nature, travel, and practicing Taoist Energy Arts including Hsing Yi, Dragon Tiger Qi Gong, and Gods Playing in the Clouds.

Mary Sebatindira

Psychotherapist

Mary Sebatindira has a Master’s degree in Social Work degreed at an LCSW level. Mary joins Column Health with over 7 years in the field with various jobs which include, social worker with DCF, In-Home Therapist, Crisis Stabilization Therapist, Outpatient Therapist, and Substance Abuse Clinician. She joined Column to expand her knowledge and to attempt to make a difference in people's lives.

Jonathan Selwitz

Physician Assistant

Jon Selwitz, PA-C is a recent graduate from MCPHS University Boston. Starting from a young age, he loved the idea of helping people in the medical field and becoming a PA was the perfect way of being able to deliver advanced level care with the patient being at the center. Beginning with his volunteer work with a mobile health van at Northeastern University during his undergrad, Jon began to form a passion for serving the clinical and social needs for underserved and homeless populations, many of which have fallen behind on their personal health and are subject to substance abuse. One of his favorite rotations during PA school was working inpatient psychiatry at Tufts Medical Center, where he saw first hand how optimizing one's mental health can lead to dramatic improvements in overall health. In his spare time you can find Jon hiking, camping, playing tennis, body surfing, attending live music shows, or just chilling with his guinea pig Latke. Jon is beyond excited to bring his skillset to help the many lives in MA with substance use and mental health disorders, and ultimately restore hope and happiness to many.

Julia Sensini

Patient Experience Representative

Julia is a recent graduate from the University of New Haven who received her Bachelor's in psychology and sociology. She completed her senior internship at a childhood ADHD and irritability lab and currently resides in Connecticut. She is passionate about making healthcare accessible to all and joins Column Health as a Patient Experience Representative eager to get her start in the field and make a meaningful difference.

Sarah Silveira

Senior Lab Technologist

Sarah Silveira is a graduate of Umass Boston. She has worked in the clinical lab setting for over 10 years and loves what she does. An opportunity to work at Column Health as a Lab Tech was offered to her and she knew she couldn’t pass it up. She believes in what the company does and absolutely loves the culture of this company. Sarah looks forward to many more years here at Column Health.

Michaela Smyth

Clinic Experience Coordinator

Being a huge advocate for health and wellness Michaela studied at Worcester State University and earned a BS Degree in Health Education and a minor in Business Administration. Michaela is a huge empath and is always connecting with people all over the world due to her love for traveling. She has a passion for making a positive mark on people’s lives and knows working at Column Health will allow her to do just that. Michaela believes Column Health is a catalyst in the New England area to de stigmatize addiction and revamp the way patients feel leaving our clinics.

Psychotherapist

Amanda earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work with a Certificate in Trauma from Simmons University in Boston. She recently joined Column Health to be part of a client-focused clinical team that is inclusive for the whole community. Amanda is passionate about advocating for marginalized and underserved communities, particularly those involved within the criminal legal system. When she’s not at work, Amanda enjoys traveling, taking care of her plants, and spending time watching movies or eating good food with friends!

Kelty Stafford

Clinic Experience Team Lead

Kelty Stafford grew up just outside of Boston and went to college at The University of Rhode Island, where she earned a B.A. in Psychology. Kelty began her career as a mental health worker where her desire to help others grew each day. With her new position at Column Health she believes she can further both her education and career all while making a difference in the lives of the patients she works with.

Molly Stanton

Clinic Experience Coordinator

Molly is a graduate from UMASS Boston where she obtained a BA in Psychology and is now currently pursuing a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy at Eastern Nazarene College. Prior to Column Health, Molly worked in in-home therapy with both children and families, and most recently, worked with adults as a community support provider. She was drawn to Column Health for the amazing work they do through breaking the stigma of addiction and aiming to provide top-of-the-line quality of care to all of their clients.

Tara Streetman

Psychotherapist

We all need connection. Tara Streetman, LCSW, believes in the power of connection to your people, your therapist, and yourself. Tara has a Master's in social work from Texas State University, and she is passionate about providing person centered and trauma informed care. Tara has worked with sexual assault survivors, families experiencing homelessness, and individuals struggling and recovering from substance use disorders. Tara happily joined Column Health because she really likes the idea of addiction and mental health treatment that doesn't suck. When she's not working, you can find Tara drawing cartoons, watching scary movies, or looking up recipes on youtube to burn later.

Sara Sverker

Physician Assistant

Sara is a board-certified physician assistant who graduated from MCPHS University Boston in May 2020. She obtained her undergraduate degree in Biology with minors in Philosophy and Chemistry from Salem State University in 2015. Prior to attending PA school, Sara spent a year of service as an AmeriCorp VISTA serving with a small non-profit in NH that focused on adolescent and adult safety and aided in the efforts to end the opioid epidemic. After graduating, she practiced as a Family Medicine PA for a short time until realizing that she wanted to join the efforts again with Column Health. Sara is looking forward to working with the amazing team at Column Health and providing excellent care to her patients. In her free time she enjoys listening to country music and all things Disney (fun fact: I worked for Disney in 2010).

Juliana Terrasi

DRP Team Lead

Juliana studied Criminal Justice and Psychology at Keene State College and plans to further her education in the criminal justice system and mental health field. She is very passionate about helping people with addiction disorders get the rehabilitation they deserve. Juliana loves spending time with her family and friends and spending her spare time at the beach!

Elisabete Valente

Nurse Practitioner

Liz Valente is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She graduated with a Master of Science in nursing from Regis College. She also holds a bachelor of science in nursing and journalism. She has a passion for working with underserved population and has worked in community health centers and in inpatient detoxification centers. She is excited to join the Column Health team and deeply aligned with the mission of removing stigma and providing a safe, respectful place for patients to receive treatment. Outside of Column Health she enjoys running, hiking, reading, cooking, and spending time with family

Rachel Weldon

Psychotherapy Director

Rachel is a licensed mental health counselor with a 9-year background working with clients in both emergency services and outpatient settings. This experience has given Rachel the opportunity to gain experience with various mental health and substance use disorders. In working with client’s, she believes that everyone is different; the way that we learn, perceive things, grieve, and process the stressors in our lives. Rachel uses an eclectic approach to find practical coping strategies that work for clients as an individual. She has experience using a wide variety of therapeutic techniques including CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and art therapy.

Debbie Zigwati

Clinic Experience Coordinator

Debbie Zigwati is a recent graduate of the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Debbie majored in Biological Sciences and minored in Public Health. She was inspired to join Column Health because growing up in an African household, mental health is not addressed nor acknowledged. As a result of her upbringing and studies, she feels as though she has an ethical responsibility to serve her community in all sectors of healthcare. During Debbie’s spare time, she enjoys traveling and spending time with friends and family.

Jennifer Morsett

OTP Dosing Nurse

Jennifer is excited to Column Health as a dosing nurse within our OTP program. She received her LPN education from the Salter School of Nursing and Allied Health. Jennifer had worked in New Hampshire before returning to Massachusetts.

Rachel Worster

Clinic Experience Team Lead

Rachel grew up in Maine, and eventually moved to Providence, RI. She graduated from the University of Maine with undergraduate degrees in business administration and psychology. Rachel is currently in school for her MBA at Suffolk University, with a concentration in nonprofit management. Prior to Column, Rachel worked in the mental health field with children and young adults.

Matthew Griffin

Physician Assistant

Matt Griffin is a native of Weymouth, MA and moved to New York in 2017 to become a Physician Assistant and lived there for 3 years. Matthew’s clinical background is in surgery, but has always had a passion for mental health, as it has played a big role in his own life. Mental health sadly carries a stigma and has been seen as something to hide. Matthew believes it’s time we give those afraid to speak a voice and help them defeat the stigma that comes along with addiction. Together we can help pave a way for them to heal.

Melia Kovach

Physician Assistant

Melia is a Board-Certified Physician Assistant. She received her dual masters’ degrees in Physician Assistant Studies and Public Health from Northeastern University in 2020. Prior to obtaining her masters’ degrees, Melia worked as a community health worker for an HIV clinic assisting patients in overcoming barriers to treatment. Melia prides herself in truly meeting her patients where they are to provide patient-centered care in a judgment free environment. Outside of Column Health, Melia enjoys snowboarding, playing tennis, and exploring new restaurants.

Mary Fernandes

Psychotherapist

Mary graduated Bridgewater State University in August of 2014 with a Bachelor of Science and graduated Cambridge College in August of 2021 with a Master of Education- concentration- Mental Health Counseling. Mary is a Reiki II Practitioner and has worked with a diverse population as a Direct Care Professional, Case Manager and Addiction Counselor focusing on healing, self growth and self efficacy.

Christin Collier

Psychotherapist

Christin is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, who recently moved back to New England. Christin completed her Bachelors of Psychology at University Massachusetts Amherst. She received her Masters of Social Work at Wheelock College, which is now part of Boston University. She has supported individuals with dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorders, addiction issues, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, career issues, and adjustment concerns for over 9 years. Christin has provided counseling at inpatient detoxification, IOP, outpatient group therapy, family and individual therapy. Christin’s practice centers around a person-centered approach and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) modality. She utilizes motivational interviewing to work on goals that sometimes feel overwhelming. Christin is in the process of incorporating dialectic behavioral therapy (DBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy modalities (EMDR). When Christin is away from Column Health, she is hiking, playing with her two dogs or cooking. She enjoys movies and is a fan of Star Wars.

Brianna Knight

Psychotherapist

Brianna is a Licensed Mental Health Clinician (LMHC) who strongly believes in treating people who struggle with substance use with respect, kindness, and patience. She previously worked in Chelsea, MA for five years as a school and community-based therapist. Brianna received her bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies Spanish Language and Literature from Wellesley College. She subsequently received her graduate degree in Professional Counseling from Lesley University. Brianna uses a person-centered therapeutic approach and employs Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and other therapies as appropriate. In her spare time, Brianna enjoys cooking, playing with her dog, traveling, and hiking.

Lakin Morin

Charge Nurse

Lakin has been a Licensed Practical nurse since 2019 and is starting the process of furthering her nursing career. Before accepting a position with Column she worked as a full time nurse in Correctional Healthcare and Per Diem in addiction treatment. Prior to becoming a nurse, Lakin worked as a CNA and Pharmacy Technician. Outside of work Lakin enjoys riding 4 wheelers & horses, having bonfires with friends and exploring new places and restaurants.

Jessica Dougherty

Clinic Experience Coordinator

Jessica is originally from Plymouth, and is currently working towards finishing her Associate's Degree in Liberal Arts at Massasoit Community College. Her hope is to continue on to get a Bachelor's Degree in Human Services. Jessica enjoys being able to engage and help the Plymouth community. She started working at Column Health because addiction has hit close to home for her. She considered being able to be part of the journey to help as many people as we can as a really amazing opportunity. She looks forward to seeing what the future holds for herself and Column Health.

Manali Shewalkar

Staff Accountant

Manali Shewalkar is very excited to join Column Health as a Staff Accountant. She brings more than 11 years of experience in Finance and Accounting. Throughoiut her career, she has worked in various finance and accounting roles for Information Technology, fitness and health industries. Manali is a licensed CPA and studied CA (Chartered Accountant) and CMA ( Cost and Management Accountant) from India. She is happily married to her husband and together they have two daughters (10 and 4). Manali enjoys travelling, cooking, dancing and Bollywood music. Around a decade back, she moved to US from India and spent most of her time in California. She currently lives in Acton, MA. Manali would like to utilize her expertise and skills in accounting to help grow Column Health.

Sydney Schofield

Clinic Experience Coordinator

Sydney spent most of her younger years in New York and Pennsylvania, later landing in Boston for college where she received a BFA in Community Art Education and sculpture from Massachusetts College of Art and Design. She has lived around Boston ever since, working a mix of human services and food service jobs. After managing a cafe for a handful of years, she felt it was time for a change and wanted to put her people skills and her own experience in recovery to good use. She is excited to be a part of the Column Health team and is grateful for the opportunity to work in an environment that provides a safe and welcoming space for those who need it. In her free time Sydney can be found crocheting, petting other people's dogs, and trying to perfect homemade soup

Jasmine Arias

OTP Dosing Nurse

Jasmine Arias obtained a BSN from Rhode Island College School of Nursing. She loves traveling, cooking, stand up comedy, and all things psychology. Jasmine became interested in addiction after having witnessed the life changing effects of addiction first hand with several close family members. She genuinely respects the concept at Column Health to change the stigma surrounding addiction treatment

Paul Schult

Licensing Manager

After practicing as an EMT for two years, Paul pursued a Master's of Public Health to fight systemic causes of addiction, which he saw affecting the lives of many of his patients, as well as his peers and friends. At Column Health, Paul coordinates with regulatory agencies and political groups to expand treatment to new areas and new horizons, both literally and metaphorically. On the weekends and after hours, Paul enjoys hiking in the White Mountains, practicing his musical instruments, and watching a few too many Youtube videos.

Deborah Muchiri

OTP dosing Nurse

Deborah Muchiri is a LPN and is excited to join Column Health as a Dosing Nurse. Deborah's educational background includes nursing and phlebotomy, and she has an associates degreein business management. Deborah has worked in Mental Health Worker for the state, and also as a Human resource/payroll clerk. She's joining Column Health because it is a company that truly cares for its clients, which is evident in way the dosing programs are conducted by taking care of addiction, mental health and the client's welfare.

Sara Fugazzotto

Nurse Practitioner

Sara is a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She graduated from Regis College with a Masters Degree of nursing/FNP. Prior to becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner, she spent the last 9 years as an esthetics nurse injector, owning her own medical spa. Her passion to help the community in reducing stigma against addiction and providing the necessary care to patients has led her to working in detox and now at Column health. Sara spends most her time with her family and puppies. She loves running to support charity and enjoys playing the guit.

Elizabeth Polimou

Clinic Experience Coordinator

Liz is very excited to be joining the Column team as a Clinic Experience Coordinator. She's a recent graduate from Lasell University, where she studied Global Studies and Spanish. Liz excited to begin her career in mental health and help our patients through their recovery.

Melissa Skaluba

Clinic Experience Coordinator

Melissa earned a degree in Chemistry with a minor in Biology from Kenyon College. She has experience in classrooms educating youth on the effects of substances for addiction prevention. Melissa is arguably a “people person.” She is personable and uses her strong communication skills to build client relationships and excels in people based fields. Her motivation for working at Column Health as a Clinic Experience Coordinator stems from her desire to make prevention and support a household conversation, in an effort to destigmatize addiction and mental illness.