Board & Staff Members
Amy Clark
Amy is an “affected other” and recovery ally who believes strongly that supporting recovery is a community responsibility. Along with serving as an active member on the Board of Directors, Amy currently chairs the marketing and development committee, and co-facilitates the BARN’s monthly Addiction in The Family meeting. Amy works as the Marketing and Communications Coordinator for Haley Ward, and lives in Bangor with her daughter, Maddy and her dog, Bella.
Lisa Williams
LADC, CCS
Clinical Director of Residential Services at Wellsprings. Lisa is a woman in long term recovery with a passion for helping others believe in their ability to recover. The BARN has been part of her personal journey since the doors first opened. 1st as a patron of its 12 step programs and sober functions and later as a board member. She currently feels honored to be entrusted with the honor of being the Board chair.
Noah Nesin, MD
Dr. Noah Nesin has been a family doctor in Maine since 1986 and currently serves as Innovation Advisor at Penobscot Community Health Care. During his tenure as Chief Medical Officer he worked to expand access to treatment for use disorders and to address the stigma associated with addiction both in the
medical profession and in the community at large. Dr. Nesin was a co-founder of Maine Quality Counts’ Maine Chronic Pain Collaborative, is Chair of the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality’s National Integration Academy Council, is a member of Maine’s Opioid Clinical Advisory Group and Maine’s Governor has appointed him chair of the Maine Prescription Drug Affordability Board and also appointed him as a member of Maine’s Board of Licensure in Medicine. Dr. Nesin is the immediate Past-President of the Maine Public Health Association.
Elizabeth Ashe
Elizabeth Ashe is a member of the Bangor Police Department who currently serves as the Community Resource Officer. With a community-policing centered philosophy driving her pursuits, Elizabeth assumes many roles not typically associated with the work of a patrol officer such as working with caseworkers to house the homeless and connecting person suffering from SUD to recovery resources. Elizabeth views serving on the board of the BARN as another avenue for supporting all people in the community.
Laura Supica
Raised by her single mother, and daughter of an immigrant father, Laura was born in California but moved to Maine in 2010. Longtime retail and food service worker, she ran for Bangor City Council in 2017 and won. In 2020 she won election to the Maine House of Representatives. She is currently in her second term and is House Chair of the Veteran and Legal Affairs Committee. Over the years she has volunteered for many organizations, but she now serves on several boards, including the Eastern Area Agency for Aging, Together Place, Downtown Bangor Partnership and more recently the Bangor Area Recovery Network. She is new to her sobriety and is working to give the same supports she was fortunate to have in her life to thrive. She is married to a nice guy from The County and has a dog and 2 cats.
Brenda Godin
Controller, Community Health and Counseling Services
Brenda is an “affected other” and believes that the BARN is a vital part of the community as well as a safe haven for those in need. Her involvement with the BARN began in the Spring of 2018 when the BARN was applying for their State Contract for the Peer Recovery Center. Since she works for a local non-profit who has numerous State Contracts, her knowledge helped the BARN complete the application and eventually receive their State award. From there, Brenda became a member of the Marketing/Development Committee then helped establish more detail financial reports as well as assisting with the budgeting process. She has since become a member of the Finance Committee and is now a member of the Board.
Kole Taylor
ADCA,MHRT-C,CIPPS, Certified Peer Recovery Coach
Kole is in long term recovery from substance use. He is working toward his degree in recovery advocacy and addiction counseling while employed as a counselor at the mens residential rehabilitation center in Bangor, Maine. Originally from Salt Lake City, Utah Kole has participated in street outreach events and recovery conferences across the country. He is an advocate tor those who haven’t found their voice, specializing in harm reduction and the LBGTQ+ community.
BARN Staff
Robert Fickett
Bangor Area Recovery Network, Executive Director
Robert Fickett is a son, brother, father, and friend in long-term recovery from substance use disorder. Robert’s work at the BARN from a Volunteer to Executive Director has been an expression of his passion for recovery advocacy and peer-based recovery support services. He strongly holds the belief that love is a remedy we can all administer at no cost.
Angela Walker
Peer Services Coordinator
Angela is a trained CCAR Recovery Coach and oversees the Recovery Justice, and Recovery coaching program. Angela is a woman in recovery, who enjoys supporting others in their recovery-she supports all pathways of recovery. Angela has over a decade of experience in Mental Health and Substance use fields, specializing in Peer Support, Recovery Coaching and supervisor roles. Angela also brings a tremendous number of resources in the community, that she herself has proudly taken a part in, on her own journey and prides herself in sharing these experiences with others. Angela is a devoted Wife, Mother, Daughter, Auntie and Nana to 6 amazing Grandkids, Cat Mom to two handsome cats and a Dog Mom to a beautiful pup. She enjoys going for drives to the ocean, crocheting, any outdoor activities no matter the season and enjoys spending time with her family.
Kathy Colson
Volunteer Coordinator
Kathy Colson is a recovery ally and an “affected other”. She has a passion for helping others and has an understanding that there are many pathways in recovery. She started as a volunteer here at the BARN in 2017 as a volunteer and is now our Volunteer Coordinator. She also has provided recovery coaching services since 2018. She is the mom of 2 girls. She enjoys time with her family and friends, crocheting and other hobbies as well as the outdoors and nature.
Madison Valle
Community Outreach Specialist
Maddy is a dedicated Recovery Ally and Affected Other who joined the Barn with a mission to empower others on their journey to recovery. Her passion lies in helping individuals find their path to healing and reclaim their lives. Maddy believes strongly in advocating for recovery and ending the stigma associated with it, making this work deeply personal to her. In honor of her sister’s memory, she dedicates herself to supporting those in need. She holds an Associate’s degree in Addiction Counseling and is a CCAR-trained Recovery Coach. When she’s not working, Maddy enjoys spending time by the lake and relaxing with her two cats.
Na’ya Mitchell
Lead Recovery Coach
Na’ya is the Lead Recovery Coach and CCAR-trained Recovery Coach. She is here to provide support, advocacy and resource knowledge to anyone that is looking for pathways of Recovery. She is passionate about the work she does and has the personal experience of being a woman in Recovery. She is looking forward to giving back what she has been given, a way of life. Na’ya also enjoys painting, beadwork, music, and nature.
Hayden Taylor
Recovery Justice Coach
As a passionate advocate for recovery, Hayden serves as a Recovery Justice Coach, supporting individuals on their journey toward healing and empowerment. With a CCAR training background and personal experience in recovery, he brings a deep understanding and empathy to his work. His goal is to help others build meaningful, sustainable lives through recovery. Beyond his professional life, he is a dedicated father, brother, and son, committed to spending quality time with loved ones, whether it’s gathering with family and friends or enjoying live music.