A Nationally-Recognized Teen Treatment Team

The staff here brings more than credentials — they bring compassion, commitment, and real-world experience. Many have worked with teens and families for decades, and some are in recovery themselves. They understand how complex adolescence can be — and how the right care at this stage can change everything.

A True Team Approach

Fully integrated care from medical, clinical, and holistic specialists

A strong sense of community where teens connect and grow together

Daily review of each teen’s personalized treatment plan to maximize progress

Trauma-informed care woven into all communication and therapies

Meet The Treatment Team

Dr. Riccardo Esposito, MD

Medical Director

Dr. Esposito is a family medicine physician with over 44 years of medial experience, including more than 30 years in the addiction medicine speciality. For the last 27 years, he has worked exclusively with adolescents in treatment. He is an active member of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM). Dr. Esposito takes a personal, whole-person approach to care, ensuring both physical and emotional well-being.

Dr. Riccardo Esposito, MD

Medical Director

Mackenzie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with deep experience in trauma-informed care for children, adolescents, and adults. She holds degrees from Marist College and Adelphi University and has led large-scale mental health programs throughout New York. As Clinical Director at Never Alone, Mackenzie ensures every teen receives high-quality, individualized care for addiction and co-occurring mental health needs.

Dr. Riccardo Esposito, MD

Medical Director

Roland is an Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor with over 20 years of experience working in youth residential treatment. He specializes in crisis intervention, family systems, and a variety of cognitive-behavioral therapy approaches to be able to reach each unique teen. Roland brings a lifelong passion for supporting teens and is dedicated to helping them create real, lasting change.

Dr. Riccardo Esposito, MD

Professional Chef

Chef Kim brings over 25 years of culinary experience and a deep belief in the connection between food and well-being. She focuses on clean, balanced meals that nourish both body and mind, while honoring individual dietary needs. Beyond nutrition, she uses food as a tool for building community and creating moments of comfort and joy in recovery.

Dr. Riccardo Esposito, MD

Creative Arts Therapist

Kerry is a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist with a master’s degree from Pratt Institute. She uses structured art activities to support adolescents in expressing emotions, building self-esteem, and learning coping skills. Kerry specializes in mindfulness-based art therapy, helping clients gain insight and prevent relapse through creativity and emotional regulation.

Dr. Riccardo Esposito, MD

Social Worker

Sarah Stamberg is a Licensed Master Social Worker with a background in foster care and individual counseling. She specializes in trauma-informed care, family systems, and eating disorders. Sarah incorporates expressive arts and music into sessions to help teens explore emotions and create change. Her goal is to meet each client where they are and build lasting foundations for success.

Dr. Riccardo Esposito, MD

Social Worker

Sarah Mazzacone is a Licensed Masters-level Social Worker with six years of experience supporting teens facing addiction, trauma, and mental health challenges. Her background is in both psychology and criminal justice. She takes a trauma-informed, person-centered approach and uses CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness to help adolescents build resilience and lasting change. She creates a safe, supportive space where teens feel empowered.

Dr. Riccardo Esposito, MD

Group Facilitator

Gray leads group therapy sessions that focus on peer connection, emotional awareness, and healthy communication—especially for teens with emotional or developmental needs. With a background in Psychology, Human Development, and School Counseling, she helps young people build confidence, reflect on themselves, and grow together in a supportive space. She’s joined by her certified therapy dog, Potato, a Canine Good Citizen.

Dr. Riccardo Esposito, MD

Therapist

Veronica has over two decades of experience in human services, working across residential, school-based, forensic, and psychiatric settings. She is a Licensed Master Social Worker trained in CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, Motivational Interviewing, 7 Challenges, and ITM. She served as Assistant Director of Campus Clinical Services at a residential treatment center for youth in foster care, where she supervised trauma-informed clinical care and crisis interventions.

The Mission

Our mission is to help teens not just recover, but rediscover who they are — with compassionate treatment that supports emotional healing, personal growth, and a future they can believe in.

The Highest Accreditation in Healthcare

Choosing a treatment center with the Joint Commission gold seal means your teen is receiving care that meets the highest national standards for safety, quality, and evidence-based practices. It’s a trusted mark that the facility is regularly reviewed and held accountable for delivering effective, ethical, and consistent treatment.

Choosing a treatment center certified by LegitScript means the program has been fully vetted for transparency, safety, and compliance with legal and ethical standards. It’s a trusted indicator that the facility operates with integrity and puts patient protection first.

The Highest Accreditation in Healthcare

Your Teen Deserves the Right Help — Right Now

You don’t have to have it all figured out before you call. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or just ready to talk through options, we’re here to listen.
Call us today. We’re ready when you are.