Our Team

Noel, a Latino man in long term recovery, has been working in the recovery community since 2015. Noel has worked as a House Manager, Recovery Treatment Coordinator, Recovery Coach, and Recovery Coach Supervisor. In these roles, Noel has experience in facilitating meetings, trainings, and leading presentations about recovery to the community. Noel served as MOAR’s Southeast Regional Coordinator for many years before becoming Executive Director in 2025. With a strong commitment to recovery advocacy and community engagement, he continues to advance MOAR’s mission of supporting individuals, families, and communities across Massachusetts.

Email: noel@www.moar-recovery.org

Hannah Koepper is a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a profound personal journey and a deep commitment to social justice. Holding a master’s degree in social work from Boston College, she combines a strong academic foundation with a passion for community care and advocacy. Throughout her career, Hannah has been profoundly influenced by her family’s experiences with addiction, which sparked her desire to create meaningful change in the lives of individuals and communities. Now serving as the Director of Policy and Communication, Hannah applies her expertise and lived experience to shape strategic initiatives that promote equitable access to resources, dismantle stigma, and advocate for sustainable recovery. With her unique perspective in social work and addiction recovery, she is dedicated to advancing policies that foster resilience, support holistic healing, and strengthen the systems that uplift those in need.

Email: hannah@www.moar-recovery.org

My name is Haley Barbieri, and I am a proud woman in long-term recovery. When I began this journey, I was uncertain and skeptical, but I found strength by connecting with those in recovery and fully embracing the process. Today, I am honored to be part of MOAR, where I advocate for individuals and families affected by addiction. My mission is to amplify the voices of the recovery community. Recovery has changed my life, and I’m committed to helping others find the same hope and opportunity.

Email: haley@www.moar-recovery.org

​I am a woman in long-term recovery, who is the MOAR Regional Coordinator for Northeast. I am inspired to replace the discrimination of addiction with the value of living in recovery.

Email: julieb@www.moar-recovery.org

My recovery journey started in 1995 with the support of my parents, family, and friends. However, it was not until 2006 when I learned about making a wellness recovery action plan, that I was able to develop skills and supports to sufficiently address my multifaceted challenges. I am eternally thankful for the incredible peers support that I have been blessed to have received over the years. It has greatly impacted my ability to heal from painful experiences and to abstain from alcohol and other drugs on a daily basis since 2007.

Email: scott@www.moar-recovery.org

Katie serves as the Southeast Regional Coordinator for the Massachusetts Organization for Addiction Recovery (MOAR). She is a Certified Community Health Worker, a Massachusetts Problem Gambling Specialist, and holds an associate degree in Social Services. Currently pursuing her bachelor’s degree in psychology, Katie has worked in the substance use field since 2020, beginning as a clinician in an inpatient detox facility before moving to an outpatient program as a Community Health Worker. She is passionate about empowering the recovery community and advancing MOAR’s mission across Southeastern Massachusetts.

Email: katie@www.moar-recovery.org

Mallika has a B.A. in public health and an Ed.M. in human development focused on research, policy, and practice to support diverse populations. She has over 5 years of experience working both internationally and within the US with individuals of all ages with neurodevelopmental and neurobehavioral disorders, mental health conditions, and substance use disorders. Mallika believes that recovery is possible for everybody, and she is passionate about combating stigma and social barriers to success. She speaks French and Spanish.

Email: mallika@www.moar-recovery.org

My name is Joely, and I am proud to serve as the Western MA Regional Coordinator for MOAR. I have been in recovery since 2022, and this journey has brought me unimaginable growth and purpose in all that I do. I am passionate about storytelling and advocacy; I believe each one of us has a story to tell. I feel honored to uplift our stories to advocate for the community so that every person touched by addiction can access the support they need to heal and grow.

Email: joely@www.moar-recovery.org

Kirsten, a woman and devoted mother, has embarked on a remarkable journey of long-term recovery. She passionately champions the idea of diverse pathways to recovery. With a heart dedicated to peer support, Kirsten firmly believes that leading with love and compassion is the key to aiding those struggling with substance use disorder.

Raised in Central Massachusetts, Kirsten holds a deep connection to the recovery community. For over a decade, she has proudly been a member of the Everyday Miracles Peer Recovery Community Center. These centers have played a foundational role in her personal recovery journey, and she is thrilled to be taking on a more active role at MOAR. In her new position, Kirsten is committed to advocating for individuals in recovery and fostering connections that empower others to use their voices on the journey to wellness.

Email: kirsten@www.moar-recovery.org

Beth Gonsalves, and I am a grateful woman in recovery since 2015. I’m the Brockton AREAS facilitator for MOAR. I also work as a Recovery Coach and I volunteer at Stairway to Recovery in Brockton, MA. I am proud of my accomplishments since being in recovery. When I was actively using, I never thought that my recovery would one day grow so strong that I could help others. Now that is my passion.

Email: beth@www.moar-recovery.org

Stephanie Carlson is an AREAS co-facilitator in New Bedford. She has life experience in addiction and now helps individuals seeking or are in recovery.

Email: stephanie@www.moar-recovery.org

I have been in recovery since 2014 and worked extremely hard to get to where I am today. I am certified by the MBSACC after completing all courses for recovery coaching. I overcame my own addiction by utilizing my large support group who showed me the way to realize that recovery does work. I believe that there are multiple pathways to recovery. For some, this may be counseling, faith-based groups, meditation or simply family support. I have a strong passion to support others in the community struggling with this disease. My goal is to advocate and educate those willing to put in the work and help them to develop their own voice and overcome barriers that are preventing them from achieving goals. I have faith that long-term permanent recovery is always possible.

Email: jacquie@www.moar-recovery.org

Keri is a woman and mother in long term recovery that grew up in central Massachusetts. After her own struggles with substance use disorder led to the removal of her first born, she worked extremely hard to reunify with her daughter and was successful. After that experience she felt empowered to use her lived experience to help other women and parents going through similar situations. She found her passion for helping others and became a recovery coach to help parents with substance use disorder. Keri is a big advocate in the community and uses her voice and lived experience to share with others that RECOVERY IS POSSIBLE!

Email: keri@www.moar-recovery.org

Renato “Ren” Cuevo is a Chicago native with a strong commitment to social impact. With a background in operations management in healthcare, he seeks to contribute to MOAR’s advocacy initiatives. Just don’t expect him to cheer for the Red Sox if the Chicago Cubs are in town. He’ll wear his Cubs gear proudly.​

Email: renato@www.moar-recovery.org

​Kevin McCarthy is a person in long term recovery that after 20 years in sales Management and training found his passion as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and recovery advocate.

Catholic Archdiocese Recovery Support Director. He is, also, the parish priest for St Joseph’s Church in Boston. Father Joe is well known for his dedication to ministering to those in recovery.

Long history of dedication to recovery community and supportive associations. Currently works at Gavin Foundation in a financial administrative capacity

Vicente has been in the field of prevention for over 20 years working with community organizations to reduce adolescent drug and alcohol use. He also has been on the board of MOAR for over 8 years.

My experience with addiction became my life’s work. Recovery gave my life a purpose and a path. Responsibility is one of my best characteristics. I accept the responsibility to support, guide and advocate for those marginalized communities that still struggle with services. MOAR offers the platform to address needs as determined by the populations being served. It is my desire to be a proponent for black communities and women.

Tavis R. Carter is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor and Addiction Recovery Specialist. He currently works at Vinfen Human Services in MA. He also is an Adjunct Professor for Springfield College.

Vijay brings a diverse background in Social Work, Non-Profit Operations, Program Development, Clinical Oversight and Financial Management as President/CEO of Granada House. Vijay possesses over 26 years of successful experience working on multifaceted projects, leading teams of productive and motivated employees, and fostering positive relationships with a wide range of clients, colleagues, and key business partners. Vijay’s experience also spans in the areas of Information Technology, Contract Administration, Quality Assurance, and Organizational Leadership . Vijay has been consistently recognized for outstanding contributions to the bottom line and solid reputation for resolving complex issues. Commended for efficiency, priority management, communication, and presentation skills.

Chelsea Orefice is a State Unintentional Overdose Researcher at the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. She has had experience working in the substance use field as a substance use prevention coordinator, working directly with adolescents. Chelsea holds a degree in Engineering Sciences B.S. from Smith College. She is currently working on her Master’s in Public Health from George Washington University.

Danny Ginivan is a Certified Addictions Recovery Coach and an Approved Recovery Coach Supervisor in Massachusetts. He has worked in the human service field for the past eight years providing emotional, social, and community referral supports for individuals struggling with addiction and mental health. Danny is a person in long term recovery from addiction and mental health. He currently works at Eliot Community Human services as the Director of Recovery Coach Services. He oversees the hiring and supervision for 18 recovery coaches working in various settings such as municipalities, multidisciplinary teams working with individuals receiving DMH services and outpatient clinics