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# Foundation House

Behavioral Health 
and Substance Abuse Treatment for Men in Portland, Maine.

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- [Blog](https://foundationhouse.com/blog/) - A treatment program designed for men, combining comprehensive clinical services with innovative experiential programming in stunning Portland, Maine.
- [Play Rx: How Play Boosts Addiction Treatment Outcomes](https://foundationhouse.com/blog-play-in-addiction-treatment/) - Discover how structured play improves engagement, recovery, and outcomes in addiction treatment for young men at Foundation House.
- [Welcome to Foundation House](https://foundationhouse.com/welcome-to-foundation-house/) - For over two decades, Foundation House has been a leader in men’s mental health and substance abuse treatment. Our program is anchored in evidence-based therapeutic practices and exceptional experiential programming, seamlessly guiding men from structured residential care to fully independent living.
- [Portland, Maine: #1 for Young Men's Recovery](https://foundationhouse.com/portland-maine-the-no-1-most-livable-city-for-young-men-in-recovery/) - Portland, Maine is a hidden gem for young men navigating recovery, offering nature, community, and culture for healing and growth.
- [Client Story | In The Studio with Will B.](https://foundationhouse.com/client-story-in-the-studio-with-will-b/) - Explore how Foundation House blends music, creativity and clinical care. Watch Will’s journey of healing and self-discovery through songwriting and recovery.
- [The Healing Power of Connection | Beth Caron, Clinical Director](https://foundationhouse.com/the-healing-power-of-connection-beth-caron-clinical-director/) - At Foundation House, we believe lasting healing is rooted in genuine connections. Our Clinical Director, Beth Caron, shares how these connections form the core of our clinical programming and drive transformative recovery. Foundation House—Behavioral Health, Mental Health and Substance Abuse Treatment for Men in Portland, Maine.
- [The Crucial Role of Experiential Activities, Challenge, and Competition in Treating Young Men](https://foundationhouse.com/the-crucial-role-of-experiential-activities-challenge-and-competition-in-treating-young-men/) - Over the last 25 years, we have seen firsthand how the approach and practices to help young men carve out a pathway to recovery have evolved. Beyond traditional talk therapy, there's been a growing recognition of the role that experiential learning, challenge, and competition play in the therapeutic process. Young men tend to express and process their emotions differently, and they are particularly responsive to hands-on experiences that engage both their minds and bodies.
- [Building Healthy Relationships: Recognizing Red Flags](https://foundationhouse.com/building-healthy-relationships-recognizing-red-flags/) - Healthy relationships are essential to our wellbeing, particularly for those in the process of recovery or managing mental health concerns. At Foundation House, we understand that fostering positive connections and getting back to the things that make life worth living, can significantly impact one’s path to healing. It’s crucial, however, to be able to identify red flags in relationships that may hinder your progress, or worse, set you back.
- [Moving Your Body: How Exercise is Vital to Relieving Anxiety and Stress](https://foundationhouse.com/moving-your-body-how-exercise-is-vital-to-relieving-anxiety-and-stress/) - A holistic approach to mental health is no longer a nice-to-have—it’s essential. By integrating therapy with actionable behavioral change, we can more effectively manage feelings of stress and anxiety. One of the most powerful remedies, backed by robust scientific research, is exercise. But how exactly does breaking a sweat counteract the invisible burdens of stress and anxiety?
- [Embracing Technology in Recovery](https://foundationhouse.com/embracing-technology-in-recovery/) - In the age of smartphones, AI, and virtual reality, technology's integration into our lives is here to stay. We believe that these modern challenges call for modern solutions. At Foundation House, we’ve always prioritized treatments that are therapeutically proven and effective but that are also relevant to our clients daily experiences. This includes exploring the intersections of technology with recovery, mental health, and reintegration into life beyond treatment. Here’s a look at how we're doing it:
- [Portland, Maine: The Heart of Healing and Recovery](https://foundationhouse.com/portland-maine-the-heart-of-healing-and-recovery/) - For a long time, men have been expected to display resilience and emotional stoicism. These expectations have made it hard for men to talk about their struggles with mental health. In our work, we see this dynamic play out on an individual and family level on a daily basis. We want to talk about why recognizing this dynamic is important, why approaching treatment for men should be tailored, and what we can do to break the stigma...
- [Breaking the Stigma: Men and Mental Health](https://foundationhouse.com/breaking-the-stigma-men-and-mental-health/) - For a long time, men have been expected to display resilience and emotional stoicism. These expectations have made it hard for men to talk about their struggles with mental health. In our work, we see this dynamic play out on an individual and family level on a daily basis. We want to talk about why recognizing this dynamic is important, why approaching treatment for men should be tailored, and what we can do to break the stigma...
- [Let's Talk About Loneliness](https://foundationhouse.com/lets-talk-about-loneliness/) - Social isolation is a common problem among young men struggling with substance abuse and mental health disorders. Research has shown that the two are closely linked, a finding that has only been magnified in recent years. In this post, we will explore the connection between the two and discuss how treatment programs like ours can and should address this problem...
- [Less is More](https://foundationhouse.com/less-is-more-lessons-from-the-road/) - The instruction was a simple one. "When you are loading your pack, the rule of the game out here is: less is more." The reasons seemed obvious—the more we bring, the more we carry. But the depth of this advice only grew with each passing moment in the Patagonia wilderness. What began as a slight imposition gave way to a freedom and a peace of mind that few of us had known...
- [Hadlock Softball Championships](https://foundationhouse.com/hadlock-softball-championships/) - Each year, Foundation House holds their softball championship at Portland Sea Dog's Hadlock Field. Residents, staff, and families join together for a full day of softball, barbecued food, and Foxhole camaraderie. This is a video of the 2019 softball championships. Foundation House is a therapeutic, sober living community in Portland, Maine.
- [St. John USVI 2019](https://foundationhouse.com/st-john-usvi-2019/) - In February 2019, Foundation House returned to the island of St. John, U.S.V.I. to lend a hand with the hurricane recovery effort. This is the video of our adventure. Foundation House is a therapeutic, sober living community in Portland, Maine. Music: Ini Kamoze - World A Reggae; Upbeat and Inspiring Corporate - MorningLightMusic; Suns Rise;
- [Foxhole Off-Roading Adventures](https://foundationhouse.com/foxhole-off-roading-adventures/) - The Foxhole cruised through the wilderness in Gorham, New Hampshire with Yamaha UTVs and shredded the trails in Minot, Maine with Polaris RZRs! Thanks to White Mountain ATV Rental in Gorham and Hemond's Offroad Park in Minot. Foundation House is a therapeutic, sober living community in Portland, Maine.
- [2019 US Pond Hockey Championships](https://foundationhouse.com/2019-us-pond-hockey-championships/) - The US Pond Hockey Championships is right around the corner and we could not be more excited! It has become an annual tradition to bring our best to Minneapolis, Minnesota and battle it out on Lake Nokomis for that first place Silver Scoop. Check out the footage of our last trip from earlier this year,
- [Polar Bear Dip 2020](https://foundationhouse.com/polar-bear-dip-2020/) - Every year on the first of January, the Foxhole meets at Higgins Beach in Scarborough, Maine to jump into the freezing Atlantic Ocean. This is a video of our 2020 Polar Bear Dip. Music: Sinnerman - Nina Simone; Chariots of Fire - Vangelis; Gonna Fly Now - Bill Conti Foundation House is a therapeutic, sober
- [Foxhole Cross Country Skiing](https://foundationhouse.com/foxhole-cross-country-skiing/) - Foundation House is a therapeutic, sober living community in Portland, Maine. This is a video of our cross country ski trip.
- [Flag Football Championship](https://foundationhouse.com/flag-football-championship/) - A quick video with some highlights from our Flag Football Championship game! This was one of the best Championship games we have ever had, an evenly matched game that came down to the wire. Congratulations to The Bedevilments on the win and to both teams for a hard fought game.
- [Life of a Foundation House Resident](https://foundationhouse.com/life-of-a-foundation-house-resident/) - Foundation House is a therapeutic, sober living community in Portland, Maine. Join us on a journey through a day in the life of a Foundation House resident! Our program offers opportunities for men to participate in a wide variety of experiential and therapeutic treatment during the course of their stay. At Foundation House, there’s something
- [GPIHL Hockey Video](https://foundationhouse.com/gpihl-hockey-video/) - A quick video from a GPIHL league game for the Foxhole! This night league gives our residents, alumni and staff an opportunity to play together as a team against some serious local competition.
- [Alumni Profile – Mike Fisher "One Cast at a Time"](https://foundationhouse.com/alumni-profile-mike-fisher-one-cast-time/) - The greatest accomplishment we can achieve is providing the environment for our residents to not only gain a life of sobriety but a feeling of higher purpose in their own life. Mike Fisher is a profound example of this kind of accomplishment. Mike joined the FoxHole a little over 3 years ago and after a
- [International Travel - Tanzania, Africa](https://foundationhouse.com/international-travel-tanzania-africa/) - In summer 2014, our International Travel Expedition featuring residents, alumni & staff visited a Tanzania Coffee Farm, summited Mount Kilimanjaro and enjoyed a Serengeti Safari. We traced the origin of the coffee bean where man began, and climbed the world's tallest free-standing mountain.
- [Ice Climbing](https://foundationhouse.com/ice-climbing/) - Foundation House took its house managers and community leaders ice climbing at the Amphitheater wall at Grafton Notch. We hiked 40 minutes through the Maine backcountry to the frozen wall where four different routes ranging in difficulty from moderate to hard mixed climbs waited for us. Every guy was able to push himself beyond his
- [July 4th - Portland, Maine](https://foundationhouse.com/july-4th-portland-maine/) - Check out a short video from the fireworks at the Eastern Promenade in Portland last night - this city just such a great job creating a family atmosphere for this summer holiday. Enjoy!
- [FoxHole Challenge](https://foundationhouse.com/foxhole-challenge/) - Check out the video from our 10 week FoxHole Challenge course! This was a really cool experience. The residents and staff involved came together in a way that can only be brought about by struggling through a difficult task as a group. We hope you enjoy the video, and we look forward to the next
- [Brock’s Birthday Surprise](https://foundationhouse.com/brocks-birthday-surprise/)
- [Wilderness Solos](https://foundationhouse.com/wilderness-solos/) - Recently, a few of our residents traveled to the White Mountain National Forest, near the New Hampshire border, to complete a multi-day solo camping trip. Each residents spent 3 days alone in the woods focusing on various goals they set with their individual therapist before the trip.
- [Thanksgiving](https://foundationhouse.com/thanksgiving/) - Our Thanksgiving 2015 feast. Over 100 family members, residents and alumni gathered together in our restaurant and shared a holiday meal and an immense amount of gratitude on this day of thanks. Happy Thanksgiving!
- [Holiday Service Project - "Giving Back"](https://foundationhouse.com/holiday-service-project-giving-back/) - During the Holiday season it can be easy to get caught up with all that we have to do and forget that there are people in Portland that need help. In an effort to give back to our community we loaded up the Foxhole truck with toys, clothes, and other goodies and handed them out
- [Making Of — Play the Tape | A FoxHole Production](https://foundationhouse.com/making-play-tape-foxhole-production/) - Some behind the scenes action from our Alumni Video Production "Play The Tape". Staff share the story of how this video came to be and the intention behind it. Richard shares how the process of making this film helped him rediscover his passion for video production, allowed him to find a creative outlet, and forced
- [Play the Tape | A FoxHole Production](https://foundationhouse.com/play-tape-foxhole-production/) - Traditional relapse prevention often fails to make the conceptual real. This short film was a project offered to one of our senior residents (now an alumnus) as a creative approach this issue that would not only have lasting impact, but would allow him to be active, creative and find passion in doing something that he
- [Peaks Island - Summer](https://foundationhouse.com/peaks-island-summer/) - Check out a video of our guys on Peaks Island during a kayak expedition!
- [Rock Wall - Completion](https://foundationhouse.com/rock-wall-completion/) - Check out this quick time-lapse of the completion of our brand new rock wall!
- [Foxhole Curling](https://foundationhouse.com/foxhole-curling/) - Check out the video from our Annual Foxhole Curling Tournament! "The Manitoba Tuckers" and the "Trolling Stones" tied in a nail biter - the final tying shot is pictured here at the end of the video! Enjoy!
- [Foundation House Hockey League](https://foundationhouse.com/foundation-house-hockey-league/) - The Foundation House Hockey League has quickly become a staple of our program. Every Monday night residents, alumni and staff gather at our restaurant for a pre-game dinner together before hitting the ice. Some of our guys are semi-pro players, others have never worn a pair of skates. Whether you have played your whole life,
- [Wilderness Adventures and Therapy](https://foundationhouse.com/wilderness-adventures-therapy/) - Foundation House is the best transition from wilderness therapy available in our industry. The experience of residents who go through a wilderness program is often misunderstood or discounted in the next phase of recovery.
- [Nutritional Component](https://foundationhouse.com/nutritional-component/) - Most addicts and alcoholics develop poor eating habits in active addiction. Prior to receiving treatment they eat irregularly, or eat only foods that are quick, cheap and low in nutritional value. When entering Foundation House an individual is returning to the real world. In this stage, we believe it is important to develop good nutritional
- [Athletics](https://foundationhouse.com/athletics/) - Many young men in recovery turn to exercise when they get sober. Expending energy in a healthy way and working with your peers in a team environment creates many teachable moments for our residents in relation to their recovery from drugs and alcohol. During the spring and summer we have a softball league that plays
- [Music Studio](https://foundationhouse.com/music-studio/) - Music is a creative outlet that can have a large impact on the life of a young man in early recovery. This creative therapy can have a powerful influence on emotions and mood and allow our residents to express their feelings in a way that allows an individual to feel safe in doing so. Music
- [Activities](https://foundationhouse.com/activities/) - Foundation House employs a variety of daily, weekly, monthly and annual activities to keep our residents busy and encourage the idea of having fun in early recovery. Most addicts and alcoholics would never consider that getting sober would include dogsledding, rock climbing, fishing, kayaking, archery, or a freezing plunge into the ocean on New Years
- [Holistic](https://foundationhouse.com/holistic/) - We believe in a strong holistic focus in early recovery – combining a variety of therapies such as mind-body therapies, yoga, meditation, acupuncture healthy nutrition, exercise, creative arts therapies and more. Every week our residents are engaged in these activities in an attempt to “slow down” the thought process and find awareness physically, emotionally and
- [Portland, Maine voted one of the most beautiful towns in America](https://foundationhouse.com/portland-maine-voted-one-of-the-most-beautiful-towns-in-america/) - In September of 2018, Conde Nast Traveler recently listed Portland, Maine atop its list of “Most Beautiful Towns in America”. Please click here: Conde Nast: Portland to read the article.
- [International Travel](https://foundationhouse.com/international-travel-photos/) - These annual journeys offer an incredible opportunity for our residents to experience fun and exploration in early recovery in ways they never thought possible. There is no journey greater, and no experience more eye opening than traveling internationally.
- [Special Surfers - August 2018](https://foundationhouse.com/special-surfers-august-2018/) - Foundation House is proud to support the amazing organization at Special Surfers – a non-profit group that gives special needs children and young adults the opportunity to ride the waves. There is no cost to participants or their families, and all equipment and instruction is provided. Special Surfers events are held the third Tuesday of
- [2018 Spring Paintball](https://foundationhouse.com/2018-spring-paintball/) - April 21 was a perfect Spring day for the Foxhole's most recent visit to V-Town Paintball in Vasselboro. Almost 50 sober guys competed, with teams broken down into State House, Mellen and Deering Houses, Alumni and Staff. As they have for several years now, the staff team dominated the early games. After lunch we split
- [Mahoosuc Notch Backpacking Trip](https://foundationhouse.com/mahoosuc-notch-backpacking-trip/) - Ten Foundation House residents and staff traveled to Grafton Notch State Park this weekend, to tackle twenty miles of the Appalachian Trail (AT), including the infamous Mahoosuc Notch. This stretch of the AT is known for relentless elevation ascents and descents, making the hike both tiresome and sluggish. The group started off by climbing almost
- [Acadia National Park Climbing Trip](https://foundationhouse.com/acadia-national-park-climbing-trip-2/) - Staff members Pete & Ethan and residents Connley, Greg, Kurtis, Josh, Eric, Parks & Carter left for Acadia National Park at 8:30 am Thursday morning. They set up camp at Black Woods campground, hiked the Beehive Trail, and jumped in the Bowl Pond. At Sand Beach, Pete and Carter cliff-jumped 40’ into the ocean. On
- [Grafton Notch Ice Climbing Trip](https://foundationhouse.com/grafton-notch-ice-climbing-trip/) - The boys departed the Foxhole at 5:45 AM on Thursday morning. Despite an early start, the guys were in a great mood and visibly excited for the day to come. The group met the ice climbing guides at the rendezvous point and were outfitted with harnesses, crampons, and helmets. Everyone was eager to climb as
- [2018 Polar Bear Dip](https://foundationhouse.com/2018-polar-bear-dip/) - A fierce cold spell kept the Foxhole out of the ocean on January 1st. Not easily discouraged, the team returned to the drawing board, and rescheduled the gang’s yearly pilgrimage to Higgins Beach for Saturday, January 13th. There was some question as to how the break in tradition would affect numbers, but when all was
- [2018 Curling Championship](https://foundationhouse.com/2018-curling-championship/) - On Tuesday, January 9th, the Foundation House community went curling. Twenty-four residents and eight staff took part in the annual trip down to the Broomstones Curling Club in Wayland, MA. We were greeted by instructors at the club who were patient and thorough while giving a crash course in technique, scoring and overall curling etiquette.
- [2017 Fall Paintball](https://foundationhouse.com/paintball/) - The second paintball excursion of 2017 certainly satisfied the communal hunger for camaraderie—served with a healthy dose of adrenaline. Those who had never been before realized why our continued adoration for this trip was warranted. We were in full force with close to 50 guys (and gal) all together. It is days like these that
- [Mt. Katahdin Wilderness Trip](https://foundationhouse.com/mt-katahdin-wilderness-trip/) - On October 5, a team of fourteen residents and staff journeyed to Baxter State Park for a three-day camping and hiking excursion. On the first day, the crew drove to the Roaring Brook Trailhead to test their grit on South Turner, a 3,100-foot mountain planted in the shadow of Mt. Katahdin. The guys quickly ascended
- [2017 Softball Championship](https://foundationhouse.com/2017-softball-championship/) - The 2017 Foundation House Softball Championship took place on Saturday, September 23. From 9am to 9pm, our brotherhood enjoyed a professional stadium, competition, and love for America’s past time and each other under the sun and the lights at Hadlock Field. By 9am, our players had descended onto the stadium, and after warming up on
- [Iron Chef Competition - 2017](https://foundationhouse.com/iron-chef/) - Roughly 30 residents participated in the Foundation House 6th Annual Iron Chef Competition. This year’s theme was Maine Local Harvest and ingredients used in the competition were all locally grown and raised. Each team of four residents chose a protein and a produce and then had 90 minutes to prepare a dish for judging. Kevin
- [Sunset Surfing](https://foundationhouse.com/sunset-surfing/) - Last week residents, alumni and staff took to the water at Higgins Beach for a sunset surfing session in some fun little waves. This new addition to Foundation House programming has given residents who enjoy spending time on the water a weekly outlet to pursue their passion for surfing or learn for the first time.
- [Family Weekend - July 2017](https://foundationhouse.com/family-weekend-july-2017/) - Attachment - a Parenting & Buddhist Perspective The Foundation House Family Workshop is an intensive, three-day family support program designed to educate family members about the Foundation House approach to early recovery in an extended-care setting while refocusing the attention of the family on their own healing process. The 2017 Foundation House Family Weekend was
- [Casco Bay Sea Kayaking](https://foundationhouse.com/casco-bay-sea-kayaking/) - In preparation for our upcoming four-day voyage across Casco Bay, fifteen of our residents undertook a sea kayaking crash course this Friday. From 9am until 4pm the guys were on the water learning everything from technique and balance to rescue procedure for oneself and others in the event of a capsize. It turns out that
- [Foxhole Surfing](https://foundationhouse.com/foxhole-surfing/) - Foxhole surfing every night at Higgins Beach in Cape Elizabeth has quickly become a favorite of our residents and alumni alike! Getting out on the water in the late afternoon as the sun is setting, riding waves, and having fun together is what sobriety and Foundation House is all about!
- [Wilderness](https://foundationhouse.com/wilderness-photos/) - Through their experience in the wilderness, residents learn the importance of cooperation, begin to trust and count on another, and create meaningful relationships – often for the first time.
- [Holistic](https://foundationhouse.com/holistic-photos/) - Foundation House incorporates nutrition, yoga, meditation, mindfulness, acupuncture, music, art and woodworking.
- [Acadia National Park - Climbing Trip](https://foundationhouse.com/acadia-national-park-climbing-trip/) - We took 12 residents to Acadia National Park for a hiking and rock climbing experience focused on the therapeutic mission of processing how each individual feels about their recent life transitions and recognizing our personal approach to transition in our own lives. After arriving at Acadia National Park on our first day, the group found its
- [Foxhole Surfing Club](https://foundationhouse.com/foxhole-surfing-club/) - Thursday evening’s Surfing Club is an amazing experience for both staff and residents. Our residents ride with great enthusiasm, and stay in the water right up to sunset. With the waves being on the smaller side, it was a great opportunity for the guys to get the feel of just being on the board. Some were
- [Athletics](https://foundationhouse.com/athletics-photos/) - Every life lesson can be taught on the field, diamond, court or ice. Our therapists and staff play alongside our guys and coach our teams performing real-life therapy with every strike-out, homerun, dropped ball or touchdown.
- [Experiential Activities](https://foundationhouse.com/experiential-activities-photos/) - Our therapists and staff walk alongside our guys performing real-life therapy with every strike-out, homerun, dropped ball or touchdown. One of the benefits of an experiential approach is the opportunity for the clinician to observe a client in situations where the the focus is not on the therapy itself which allows for authentic responses and emotions to surface and be processed.
- [Red Sox Season Tickets!](https://foundationhouse.com/red-sox-season-tickets/) - Major League Baseball is in full swing which means Foundation House residents get to utilize our season tickets to Sunday home games at Fenway! These tickets allows us to give our residents an opportunity for a road trip to visit the historic ballpark in Boston in addition to validating the work that the residents are doing
- [Service](https://foundationhouse.com/service-photos/) - In active addiction, we focus so much on receiving- this thought process becomes ingrained in our neurological build and we develop a selfish outlook.
- [Special Surfers Service Project](https://foundationhouse.com/special-surfers-service-project/) - It is difficult to put into words the experience our residents, and a handful of our staff members, had during a service session with Special Surfers. It was a night we won’t easily forget, and one that many of us desperately needed to have; to get out of ourselves through service to others. Special Surfers is a
- [Foundation House Golf Scramble](https://foundationhouse.com/foundation-house-golf-scramble/) - The Foundation House Golf Scramble took place on June 15th and the weather could not have been any better! Residents, alumni, and staff traveled to Nonesuch Golf Course to play 18 holes of Scramble-style play. The teams were very well balanced, and the final scores were in a tight range of six strokes. The outcome of
- [Foundation House Hockey Team joins local Greater Portland Industrial Hockey League](https://foundationhouse.com/foundation-house-hockey-team-joins-greater-portland-industrial-hockey-league/) - Foundation House's entry into the world of Portland athletics was a great success! Our team of alumni, residents and staff, without practicing together first, pulled together incredibly well and took home a close 9-8 victory in our first league game. The team's performance was led by a few standouts: Operations Coordinator and alumnus Will "Hutch" Hutchinson
- [Alumni Wilderness & Service Trip](https://foundationhouse.com/alumni-wilderness-service-trip/) - A group of our alumni ventured to the Carrabassett Region of the to volunteer with New England Maine Huts & Trails. They spent the weekend in the woods together performing service work, blazing new trails and cleaning up existing ones. Activities like these remind our esteemed alumnus what it means to give back - and most importantly

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## Join Our Team

- [Mental Health Therapist](https://foundationhouse.com/employment-opportunities/mental-health-therapist/) - We are currently seeking a qualified, full-time, licensed, Mental Health Therapist! Foundation House is a behavioral health and substance abuse treatment program designed for men providing coordinated and comprehensive clinical care. Mental Health Therapists are an integral part of our clinical and psychiatric team, utilizing the latest therapeutic modalities and practices to provide individual, group, and family therapy to our clients and their loved ones. **MUST APPLY THROUGH PROVIDED LINK ON FOLLOWING PAGE**
- [Primary Therapist](https://foundationhouse.com/employment-opportunities/primary-therapist/) - We are currently seeking a qualified, full-time, licensed, primary therapist! The Primary Therapist will have the ability to be flexible in their ability to provide therapy, case management and support to a caseload as assigned by the Clinical Director/CEO.

## Staff

- [Marc Dupuis](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/marc-dupuis/) - With more than three decades of leadership experience, Marc brings a wealth of expertise in facility operations, sales management, and community leadership. Having served as a General Manager in both the hospitality and leasing industries, Marc has successfully overseen large-scale operations, managed multimillion-dollar budgets, and led teams of more than 100 employees. His background is
- [Peter Bergh](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/peter-bergh/) - Peter grew up in Morristown, New Jersey, in a family that valued hard work, accountability, and strong family bonds. After graduating from James Madison University with a degree in Sports Medicine and earning a Personal Training certification, Peter faced a long struggle with substance use. Although he managed to maintain many aspects of his life
- [Jennifer Chamberlin](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/jennifer-chamberlin/) - Jennifer grew up on a small farm in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region, where she developed a love for the outdoors through hiking and kayaking. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition with a minor in Psychology from the University of New Hampshire in 2013 and spent a semester studying at the University of
- [Delilah Talon, LCPC](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/delilah-talon/) - Delilah is a licensed clinical counselor with a strong dedication to serving individuals and families facing life's most complex challenges. With dual bachelor's degrees in business and psychology and a master's degree in in Clinical Mental Health Counseling - graduating early and with cum laude honors - Delilah combines academic excellence with a deeply human
- [Bennett Haden](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/bennett-haden/) - Bennett was born in San Francisco, California, and relocated to New York City at a young age. Throughout his upbringing, he actively participated in a variety of athletic pursuits, both in and outside of school. He also spent significant time outdoors with his father, Brooks, engaging in activities such as hunting, fishing, and camping. The
- [Isabelle Carter](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/isabelle-carter/) - Isabelle Carter is a Clinical Intern pursuing a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Bradley University. She was recently inducted into Chi Sigma Iota in recognition of her academic and professional dedication to the counseling field. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business, with a minor in Studio Art from Saint Michael’s College.
- [Kirk Larkin](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/kirk-larkin/) - Kirk Larkin, a native of Fitchburg, Massachusetts, has spent his life rooted in New England. In 2006, following a series of challenges with alcoholism and drug addiction, Kirk found himself in Portland, Maine. There, he encountered the Foundation House community, which offered him a refreshing perspective on recovery, emphasizing attraction over promotion. This approach sparked
- [Makenzie Sheehan](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/makenzie-sheehan/) - Born and raised in Maine, Makenzie holds a bachelor’s degree in social work from the University of the Virgin Islands and brings a strong background in client communication and customer service across a variety of industries. Throughout her career, she has played a key role in improving quality client care and creating safe, supportive work
- [David Boomer, CADC](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/david-boomer/) - David came to us from Toronto, Ontario. Growing up in Canada, he was an avid hockey player, with athletics as a central focus in his life. Despite his early achievements, David's life changed rapidly as he confronted addiction, facing the struggles that many young men experience while searching for their place in the world. Only
- [Jerald Lewis, CRMA](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/jerald-lewis/) - Jerald Lewis is a Recovery Tech with three years of experience in the recovery field, committed to supporting individuals on their journey to wellness. Originally from San Diego, California, he has also lived in Dallas, Texas, before recently relocating to Portland, Maine. Jerald is a proud alumnus of the Savannah College of Art and Design,
- [Joshua Timmer, ADCA, CRMA](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/joshua-timmer/) - Growing up in rural Vermont, Joshua developed a deep connection to nature that shaped much of his life. This connection drew him toward challenging pursuits like rock and ice climbing, which fostered a sense of adventure and resilience. These experiences pushed his physical and mental limits, while also grounding him in the simplicity and beauty
- [Jason Antkies, LADC, CCS](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/jason-antkies-ladc-ccs/) - Jason Antkies is a Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor & Certified Clinical Supervisor who is passionate about working with individuals seeking assistance from the destruction caused by drug and alcohol use. Jason's primary purpose is to guide individuals in learning skills to have a healthy, happy and balanced life. Jason knows that change is possible
- [Sergio Velarde, LCSW, CCS](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/sergio-velarde/) - Sergio brings nearly 20 years of experience in behavioral health to his role as Clinical Director at Foundation House. Throughout his career, he’s combined direct clinical care with leadership in program design and system improvement, always with the goal of helping people access services in ways that feel compassionate, effective, and sustainable. Before joining Foundation
- [Lukas Pihlblad, ADCA, CRMA](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/lukas-pihlblad/) - Luke was born in San Diego, California and subsequently moved to Des Moines, Iowa at a young age. He spent his formative years here, playing sports and prioritizing academic excellence – putting immense pressure on himself to succeed. The expectations Luke put on himself began to warp into the belief he was inadequate, creating a
- [Lauren Sheninger](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/lauren-sheninger/) - Originally from Northern New Jersey, Lauren holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Rhode Island and brings a strong background in finance, operations, and HR across a variety of industries. Throughout her career, she has played a key role in improving organizational systems and strengthening the financial and administrative backbone
- [Travis Anderson, LMSW-CC](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/travis-anderson/) - Originally from the White Mountains of New Hampshire, Travis found his way into the field of recovery six years ago in Flagstaff, Arizona, and what began as a job quickly turned into a calling. Over the years, he’s worked in roles ranging from behavioral health technician to program director, and along the way earned his
- [Keely Kane, LPN](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/keely-kane-lpn/) - An LPN since 2004, Keely began her nursing career in California and gradually made her way back home to Maine. Along the way, her path has taken her through a wide range of experiences and settings. She started out as a psychiatric intensive care nurse at the VA in San Francisco, where she provided acute
- [Max Rogers](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/max-rogers/) - Max, a native of Sudbury, Massachusetts, grew up in a home grounded in hard work, humility, and authenticity. During his college years, he experienced a difficult chapter marked by struggles with substance use. Choosing to seek help was a pivotal moment that led him to Foundation House and ultimately to a new way of living.
- [Patrick Babcock](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/patrick-babcock/) - Patrick opened Foundation House in 2002 to pay forward his experience in recovery for young men battling alcoholism, chemical dependency, and behavioral and mental health challenges. With more than 30 years of joyful and continued sobriety, Patrick has helped countless men locally, nationally, and internationally live free from addiction and taught them to embrace a
- [Lynn Teo, LAc, DACM, MS](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/lynn-teo/) - Lynn’s mission is to help individuals and communities reduce stress and anxiety, increase resilience and joy, and cultivate a deeper feeling of balance, wholeness, belonging and connection to ourselves and each other. She has worked in complementary medicine for over 15 years. An acupuncturist and shiatsu therapist, Lynn specializes in stress, anxiety, pain, and chronic conditions.
- [Dr. Beth Stockwell, ND](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/beth-stockwell-nd/) - Dr. Beth Stockwell began her work with Foundation House in 2011. She is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and earned her doctorate at Bastyr University in Kenmore, WA. Beth moved to Portland over 10 years ago with her husband and has been practicing medicine ever since. Beth’s practice philosophy excellently fits Foundation House’s mission to treat
- [Joseph "Woody" Hayward, CADC](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/joseph-hayward-cadc/) - Born and raised in New York City, Woody arrived in Portland, Maine at the age of 52 - after struggling for many years with addiction and several unsuccessful treatment attempts - in need of a spiritual solution to the life he once led. He found that solution at Foundation House, staying as a resident for
- [Jonathan Fellers, MD](https://foundationhouse.com/staff/jonathan-fellers-md/) - Dr. Fellers was born and raised in Maine. He received his undergraduate degree in chemistry from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and his medical degree from Cornell University Medical College. He completed his psychiatry residency, including serving as chief resident at the University of Virginia. Dr. Fellers spent significant time treating college students at the

## Testimonials

- ["We are thankful every day to Foundation House for Sam's almost 2 years of sobriety."](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/we-are-thankful-every-day-to-foundation-house-for-sams-almost-2-years-of-sobriety/) - Our son Sam, at only 19 years old, came to Foundation House direct from a 30-day rehab. We were very concerned, like all parents, if Foundation House would be a good fit.. or even work. Our Sam is a quiet, gentle giant. All Foundation House staff from the owner Patrick, down to the maintenance staff,
- ["He really clicked with the program at Foundation House"](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/he-really-clicked-with-the-program-at-foundation-house/) - As you know we came to pick up our son this past weekend. It was difficult to leave the place where he has had so much success. But it is time to move on. We did not know about Foundation House before it was recommended by professionals we had been working with including where he
- ["We have seen our son embrace a lifestyle of recovery where he can be vulnerable enough to really want to take charge of his own life.."](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/we-have-seen-our-son-embrace-a-lifestyle-of-recovery-where-he-can-be-vulnerable-enough-to-really-want-to-take-charge-of-his-own-life/) - Foundation House truly changed the course of our son's life. Our young adult son Jake chose to attend Foundation House after completing a 30-day inpatient treatment program. At Foundation House, our son was not just a resident but instantly taken in and treated as family, from the moment he first walked through the door. Family
- ["It’s what every man needs, whether they have an addiction problem or not."](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/its-what-every-man-needs-whether-they-have-an-addiction-problem-or-not/) - North American culture lacks any right of passage for our young men. With multiple distractions, an overwhelming amount of information - good and bad, and serious social challenges, people of any age find life difficult to navigate. Drugs and alcohol are an easy way to numb, and the drug culture provides a tribe for our
- [A Letter to Parents, From Parents](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/a-letter-to-parents-from-parents/) - Dear Parent, Exhale. That is the best advice I can give you. I know that you feel like you have been holding your breath for days, months, maybe even years. If your kid landed at Foundation House, then he is in the right place. Breathe. Let go. You think you are in control, but you
- [“My son is forever transformed… and so are we.”](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/my-son-is-forever-transformed-and-so-are-we/) - I wanted to thank you and your staff for embracing Austin when I had to let go. He is not perfect, but he has traveled a great distance since I dropped him off at Four Circles at the end of November. When Woody spoke with us, we could feel how much he genuinely cares about
- [“As we experience more of what you do, our admiration only deepens..”](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/as-we-experience-more-of-what-you-do-our-admiration-only-deepens/) - We were once again wowed by the expertise, effective approach and obvious love and caring you bring to this calling. Indeed it is infused through the whole team - every single one of whom was a terrific representative of the whole. We remain cautiously optimistic with our family progress. As we experience more of what you
- [“Thank you for helping us get our son back and healthy.”](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/thank-you-for-helping-us-get-our-son-back-and-healthy/) - I am 1000% convicted in what Foundation House is and with the integrity of the organization. Kelly and I both felt it sounded so amazing and a perfect fit for our son. Looking back and knowing what I know, and more importantly how Ian also feels about Foundation House - they were conservative and truly
- [“Foundation House saves lives and I'll always put that out into the world!”](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/foundation-house-saves-lives-and-ill-always-put-that-out-into-the-world/) - I look back at my time on Foundation House with nothing but admiration and respect. It was a piece of the puzzle that formed me into the man I am today. Yesterday I celebrated four years of continuous sobriety. In that time I started refereeing ice hockey. I climbed the ranks after four years and
- [“I am forever grateful for all that you have done for Brendon and our family.”](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/i-am-forever-grateful-for-all-that-you-have-done-for-brendon-and-our-family/) - Three years ago Brendon Rauch showed up on your doorstep, a broken soul. Angry, frustrated, confused, unhappy, depressed and drinking to hide his pain. While he was likely not the best patient, he knew something had to change in this path of destruction. The team at Legacy tolerated him, pushed him, challenged him and worked
- ["He is in such a good place in his life"](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/he-is-in-such-a-good-place-in-his-life/) - I wanted to say thank you for all you have done for my son, Kurtis. Kurtis is in such a good place in his life. Kurtis absolutely loves his job and working for you as he believes so much in your vision/mission. I realized this after he called us after your recent St. John service
- ["I finally have my son back!"](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/i-finally-have-my-son-back/) - I wanted to let each of you know of my sincere appreciation for what you have done for my son. As you know, our journey has been a very long one. I have always loved Bobby but, at times, could not stand to be near him. I thought his addiction would surely kill one or
- ["Most importantly, I’ve never been happier."](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/most-importantly-ive-never-been-happier/) - I wanted to let you guys know how I’m doing since I left Foundation House. My first semester back at UNC went fantastic. I made new friends, reconnected with old ones, and solidified my position back at North Carolina. I’m tapped into the A.A. community at school, and have a large network of sober friends
- ["Foundation House has been a blessing"](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/foundation-house-blessing/) - Foundation House is an awesome place and it has been the right program for my 19 year old son. When I first visited the website while searching for a transition facility for my son following his 70 days in wilderness therapy, I was drawn to the “foxhole” mentality. All I can say is that the
- ["If it hadn’t been for his experience at FH, I’m not certain he would be where he is today."](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/hadnt-experience-fh-im-not-certain-today/) - When my son entered Foundation House last October, he’d been 2 months in intense rehab, a few weeks at another sober living community in Florida, and had just lost his father to a massive heart attack. He was only 19 and needless to say, I was worried about his emotional wellbeing as well as his
- ["We were in unchartered territory once again and all I can say is how fortunate I truly feel to have learned about Foundation House."](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/unchartered-territory-can-say-fortunate-truly-feel-learned-foundation-house/) - Twenty-one months ago, our lives were rocked on a Sunday afternoon. Today we feel incredibly blessed and owe boundless gratitude to Foundation House. The story I could share – our family story; my son’s story; my story – is personal of course but would likely sound hauntingly familiar to others reading, possibly to you. The phone
- ["Exactly what our son needed"](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/exactly-what-our-son-needed/) - While looking for a job the summer between high school and college our 19 year old son found the wrong people. By midsummer he was a heroin addict in Boston, MA. After a period of much anguish, problems and police he went to detox in Rhode Island and rehab in Montana. This being our first
- ["One of a kind journey to living a sober life"](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/one-kind-journey-living-sober-life/) - From 16 through 31 everything my son did that was "fun" was fueled by alcohol. Every time he had a problem he turned to alcohol. Recently he said, "I didn't know how I was going to live the rest of my life without alcohol." Foundation House provides a one of a kind journey to living
- ["Extremely effective in his recovery and reintegration into the community"](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/extremely-effective-recovery-reintegration-community/) - We are very grateful to Foundation House. Our child had multiple previous failures in various rehabilitation programs. Foundation House's practical approach offering a real life experience of responsibilities and realistic expectations, coupled with continuous support and guidance, were extremely effective in his recovery and reintegration into the community. He is now over 3 years drug
- ["Sincere, beneficial and reinforcing bonds"](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/sincere-beneficial-reinforcing-bonds/) - After twelve months in a highly regarded long-term facility in New Jersey, our 22 year old son still required a supervised but supportive program in his recovery and induction into independent living. He was referred to Foundation House in Maine and, after spending six months there, he remains committed to his sobriety, accepts accountability and
- ["Grateful for all that you do"](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/grateful-for-all-that-you-do/) - During family week of our son's wilderness treatment program we were informed that aftercare was necessary for him to continue his sober life. Never did we think that the recommendation for him would be at Foundation House in Portland, Maine of all places-about as far as you can get from Arizona. After researching and then
- ["Powerful community created by the staff"](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/powerful-community-created-staff/) - Foundation House provided my son with just what he needed. He moved in following 2 months in wilderness therapy where he had reset himself both physically and spiritually. Then Foundation House experience perfectly supported his transition back into the realities of daily life and motivated his continued growth. What stood out most to me was
- ["An amazing transformation of our son"](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/amazing-transformation-son/) - As parents, choosing Foundation House for our son was the best decision we ever made. The staff was committed 24hrs/7days to his recovery. Through the programs and activities, we witnessed an amazing transformation of our son from a life addicted to drugs, to a life of peace and contentment. This was nothing short of a
- ["Gave him back his dignity"](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/gave-back-dignity/) - After several attempts at rehabilitation, it became obvious to us that our son was very sick and needed more help than we could provide. We had heard about Foundation House and Patrick through friends at Al-Anon and convinced Rob to try life in Portland. The program gave him back his dignity and he was able
- ["The counselors are amazing and have been a great help"](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/counselors-amazing-great-help/) - My son was a troubled teen and in need of a positive direction in his life when he came to Foundation House. He is a smart student and talented athlete who lost his way and became addicted to pain killers following two surgeries in one year from athletic injuries. He had simply lost his way
- ["Words cannot really express how grateful I feel"](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/words-cannot-really-express-grateful-feel/) - Words cannot really express how grateful I feel every day that Nathan and I were led to Foundation House. At the end of Nathan's stay in the wilderness in January 2011, I was guided to find an extended care program for him. I was told by the people who knew better than I that this
- ["One of the biggest things that Foundation House taught me was patience"](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/one-of-the-biggest-things-that-foundation-house-taught-me-was-patience/) - Foundation House overall provided for me what most rehabs and doctors did not/could not. I showed up at the house young, 19, and fresh out of rehab. I was full of fear and still suffered from some natural alcoholic defects. What I started to learn was how to live a life engulfed by AA and
- ["They just get it in a way that only addicts can relate to"](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/they-just-get-it-in-a-way-that-only-addicts-can-relate-to/) - We would like to share some perspective from the parents of a son who was knocking at death's door and now is almost 18 months sober and turning into a fine young man. Decidedly, one of the most important decisions we were faced with was our son's aftercare program. After the initial immersion and education
- ["Foundation House works because they get it"](https://foundationhouse.com/testimonials/foundation-house-works-because-they-get-it/) - My son has struggled with the disease of addiction for many years. We are so fortunate and grateful to have found Foundation House. We now have new hope. As parents, we have done all that we could to help him find his way, but the drugs have always interfered. Foundation House has provided a unique

## Categories

- [Videos](/category/videos/) - We hope you enjoy these videos featuring all the aspects of the Foundation House program. We work hard to continually shoot these vignettes of our activities so you can see the hard work these guys do, and the fun they get to have as a result!
- [Photos](/category/photos/) - It is hard to describe the extent and the importance of our programming in the lives of our residents with words. A clinical summary of a resident’s time with us does not accurately portray his delight as his life illuminates in ways he never imagined could be possible in recovery. The photos we take of our activities are real, and they alone can portray the enormity of resident’s experience. These galleries are regularly updated with photos of the activities and programming Foundation House residents engage in on a weekly basis. We hope you see what we feel.
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- [International Expeditions](/category/international-expeditions/)
- [Clinical](/category/clinical/)
- [In The News](/category/in-the-news/)
- [Maine](/category/maine/)

## Tags

- [Alumni](/tag/alumni/)
- [Wilderness](/tag/wilderness/)
- [Special Surfers](/tag/special-surfers/)
- [Kennebunk](/tag/kennebunk/)
- [Recovery](/tag/recovery/)
- [Sober Living](/tag/sober-living/)
- [portland maine](/tag/portland-maine/)
- [conde nast](/tag/conde-nast/)