Owner/CEO

Amanda Ricci, RN, LADC, CCS, MHRT/CSP

Amanda Ricci is a Registered Nurse, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and Certified Clinical Supervisor. She holds mental health rehabilitation certificates at all three levels (MHRT/I, MHRT/C, and MHRT/CSP). Amanda holds a Master of Business Administration with a Human Resources Concentration from Columbia Southern University, a Bachelor of Science in Leadership and Organizational Studies from University of Southern Maine, an Associate of Science in Nursing from Central Maine Community College, and an Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies from University of Maine at Augusta. She is also currently attending the University of Maine at Fort Kent in the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Master of Science program, with a goal of becoming a psychiatric NP to prescribe for the agency. Amanda has experience providing mobile and emergency room crisis response services, managing private non-medical institutions, licensed intellectual disability and brain injury homes, and emergency crisis homes, experience as a mental health case manager, and has held multiple supervisory, manager, and director positions. Amanda has facilitated intensive outpatient groups for individuals with substance use disorder, "DEEP weekend," and is certified to complete DEEP assessments and treatment, and has taken the Intensive Skills Tobacco Treatment Training with the Center for Tobacco Independence. She also works per diem as an MOUD dosing RN at Kennebec County Jail and sits on the Board of Visitors for Franklin County Jail. She spent 12 years as a nationally certified fire fighter and is an EMT-B. Amanda lives in Livermore Falls and has two adult daughters and a dog, Zoey.

Medical Director

Deborah Burchfield, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC

Deb is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 30 years of experience supporting individuals across all stages of life, from adolescence through late adulthood. Her therapeutic approach blends the warmth and authenticity of emphasizing the study of the whole person and focusing on individual potential, personal growth, and self-actualization, identifying and changing negative thought patterns, beliefs, and behaviors, and the developmental insight of Lifespan Therapy to offer holistic, personalized care.

At the core of her practice is the belief that every person holds an innate capacity for growth and self-understanding. Using Humanistic principles, she creates a safe and empathetic environment where clients can explore their inner world, gain clarity, and foster self-acceptance.

She is here to meet you where you are. The work can be overwhelming, and you do not have to do it alone. Whether you are struggling with addiction, mental health challenges, or need coaching, there is space for you here. She is a doctorally prepared board-certified nurse practitioner, reiki master, and ally/member of the queer community.

Deb has a private practice located in Farmington, Maine.

Nurse Practitioner

Eric Strother, FNP

bio coming soon

Clinical Program Manager

Danielle Karkos, LCPC

Danielle is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Maine at Farmington and a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. Danielle has worked in the mental health field for the last 14 years with all of those years serving as a supervisor. During this time, she has supervised BHP's working with children under Section 65, Home and Community Treatment and Section 28, Rehabilitative and Community Services along with Section 13, Adult Developmental Service Case Management. She also has provided counseling services in multiple settings such as outpatient/office, home/family and school based. Danielle resides in New Vineyard with her husband, her son, and their dog Lany.

Substance Use Counselor

Hailee Phillips, LADC, CCS

Hailee is a dedicated Substance Use Disorder Counselor with nearly 9 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate the challenges of addiction and recovery. Her work is rooted in compassion, evidence-based practices, and a deep understanding of the emotional and behavioral impacts of substance use. She understands that addiction is complex, and recovery isn’t one-size-fits-all. That’s why she doesn’t just offer counseling- she helps navigate the entire treatment landscape. Whether you need inpatient care, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), a faith-based program, an intensive outpatient program (IOP), or just positive support. 
She has experience working closely with probation officers, DHHS, drug courts, and other community partners to support clients navigating legal or system-involved situations.

Case Manager/DBT facilitator

Andrea Butterfield, MHRT/C

Andrea has achieved both her MHRT/C and MHRT/I certifications and works with individuals experiencing mental health symptoms to assist them in remaining independent in their communities. She achieved her associate in applied science in Human Services from Central Maine Community College and plans to attend the University of Southern Maine in the Fall.

Case Manager

Tammy Turner, MHRT/C

Tammy enters the agency with over 30 years of mental health related work. She has attended UMA, USM, and Muskie and has her MHRT/C. She is actively studying to complete her CADC in the very near future and hopes to explore her horizons in other capacities while maintaining her role and involvement in the mental health field. She has worked in many different capacities as field worker, PNMI Program Coordinator, Director of multiple different agencies for case management in both Section 17 and BHHO services and involvement in the OHH Program. She comes highly recommended, and she takes her roles in any capacity to heart as her compassion is to help others succeed as well as learn how to navigate all the different resources within their communities. She has been in supervisory roles for well over 20 years all while building relationships with her community. She demonstrates leadership skills and the ability to connect to the clients.

Tammy Lives in Augusta, Maine where she was born and raised. She has a daughter, one grandchild that is both her world and a dog named Lucie that has an amazing personality and face that everyone falls in love with once they meet her.

Behavioral Health Specialist

Julia Conner, MHRT/C-p, ADCA

Julia is an Alcohol and Drug Counseling Aide and a MHRT/C-p currently working towards her full MHRT/C. She has previous experience as a mental health case manager and suicide prevention hotline volunteer. She is a senior studying Psychology and English (Creative Writing) at Connecticut College and plans to graduate with her B.A. in May 2026.