The founders of Rise Up To Change knew there was a gap in the area of support for teens and young adults outside of a residential treatment setting and almost all people who suffer from long-term addiction started in their teens. Amy and Lucille used their combined knowledge of the key success factors from leading recovery programs, adapted them for the needs and lifestyles of teens and young adults, and launched the Rise Up To Change program.
Leadership
Amy Arnett
Co-Founder
Director of Clinical Services
(707) 977-0125
Lucille Heaney
Co-Founder
Director of Clinical
Programming
(415) 465-9970
Advisors and Staff
Sharif Ali, LMFT
Advisor, Clinical Services
Sharif is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in the San Francisco Bay Area specializing in addiction and co-occurring disorders. When working with adolescents and young adults, Sharif believes that each client is unique, and he customizes their treatment to fit their needs and interests. Sharif collaborates with his clients to make sure they feel heard, understood, and empowered.

Andrew M. Lamden, LCSW
Advisor, Clinical Services
A Licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practice in Kentfield, Drew has over 30 years' experience working as a psychotherapist with teens, children, and families. He works with individuals in counseling and psychotherapy and developed programs in schools, adolescent and adult treatment settings. Drew specializes in complex circumstances, including dual-diagnosis and complex family configurations.
