Meet our Residents

Kelly Kossen, MD, Castle Rock, ColoradoKelly Kossen, MD

  • BS, Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University
  • Medical Education: University of Queensland/Ochsner Clinical School, Queensland, Australia

What inspired you to pursue a career in psychiatry?
I am enamored by people’s stories. I love providing space for people to sit and express their emotions. Psychiatry allowed me the most space in medicine to pursue this passion. I have further solidified this passion through volunteering for a crisis line over the last year. I really feel like I’ve found my passion and am so excited to start my career in psychiatry.

What are your areas of interest or specializations within the field of psychiatry?
Outpatient, geriatrics, emergency psychiatry, LGBTQIA+

What brought you to Maine and Acadia’s Psychiatry Residency Program?
I had a gut feeling to apply to Maine despite not having been to Maine before. I am so glad I had this premonition because the psychiatry program was by far my favorite program I interviewed for, and I am beyond lucky I got a spot here.

What have you enjoyed the most since arriving in Maine?
I love how close I am to all the things I enjoy such as hiking and adventures. I really feel it allows me to maximize my time off from residency and better care for myself. I have also loved getting to know the local area and meeting so many people.

What do you like to do in your spare time outside of work?
I love to hike, camp, travel, spend time with friends, and search for funky fashion at local thrift stores.

Fun fact:
While living in Colorado, I climbed 50 mountains that are 14,000 feet above sea level. I have also traveled to South America solo.

What do you hope to contribute to the field of psychiatry in the future?
I hope to further the realm of preventative and early intervention mental health care. I just want people to enjoy have better wellness overall – a passion of mine.
 

Adrielle Massey, MD, Hot Springs, MontanaAdrielle Massey, MD

  • BA, Psychology, Dartmouth College
  • BS, Biology with concentration in Human Biology, University of Montana
  • Medical Education: University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle

What inspired you to pursue a career in psychiatry?
I have had an interest in mental health for a long time. My mom was a psych nurse at Montana State Mental Hospital, and we lived in employee housing for a while, so the topic of mental illness was one I was comfortable with at a young age. I received a degree in psychology with the intent of pursuing graduate school to become a clinical psychologist. After I received my undergrad degree from Dartmouth, I worked on an inpatient psychiatric unit in Missoula, Montana. It was the first time I saw people suffering from psychosis and mania, and I felt drawn to make a difference. I took a hard left turn, deciding to earn a second undergraduate degree and attend medical school.

What are your areas of interest or specializations within the field of psychiatry?
I am very interested in first episode psychosis. I am also interested in rural care, so having a wide scope is very important to me.

What brought you to Maine and Acadia’s Psychiatry Residency Program?
When applying to interview for Residency programs, I talked it over with my husband. He is the one who chose Maine because he is a writer and loves Stephen King! I am so glad he chose this place because I loved my interview day. Dr. Campbell made me feel instantly welcomed and Dr. Mehl-Madrona opened my eyes to the presence of the Native American population here. I am from a reservation, and working with an indigenous population is a passion. In addition, I was excited to be part of the initial class of Residents at Acadia and I am thrilled to be a part of a new program.

What have you enjoyed the most since arriving in Maine?
I enjoy the hometown culture without transplant phobia. I love speaking with people who are homegrown Mainers, hearing them talk about their state with pride. And… whoopie pies and Moxie!

What do you like to do in your spare time outside of work?
Before medical school, I read all the time and I’m looking forward to reintroducing it to my life again. My husband and I do “music night” in our home where we either sing together while he plays guitar, or we use our karaoke machine. We also enjoy exploring the community with our 3-month-old and finding all the fun little shops around.

Fun fact:
I was born on Friday the 13th.

What do you hope to contribute to the field of psychiatry in the future?
I hope to help build a culture where collaboration between psychiatry and the other specialties of healthcare is innate and an expectation.

Emily Schiller, MD, Warren, New JerseyEmily Schiller, MD

  • BA, History, University of Michigan
  • Master’s, Pre-Med, Mount Holyoke College
  • Medical Education: Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Rutgers University

What inspired you to pursue a career in psychiatry?    
I studied history in college and did oral history work, where I learned the power of asking deep, thoughtful questions. With a background in social science, I became fascinated by individuals’ lived experiences and the complex interplay between neurobiology and environmental contexts. Since then, I’ve spent time doing research at the National Institutes of Health in social and behavioral genomics, and Rutgers Addiction Research Center. With this appreciation for the biopsychosocial framework, psychiatry felt like a natural path.

What are your areas of interest or specializations within the field of psychiatry?    
I’m broadly interested in psychopharmacology and therapy across the lifespan and am currently exploring specialization in neuropsychiatry and geriatric psychiatry. 

What brought you to Maine and Acadia’s Psychiatry Residency Program?    
I’m a design enthusiast and appreciate how built environment impacts wellbeing. Admittedly, what first caught my eye was the aesthetics of the facility at Northern Light Acadia Hospital. It’s a special place that’s conducive to recovery, with gardens, a trail, and a ropes course. Its architecture has the cozy charm of a New England cottage with state-of-the-art interior for patient wellbeing and safety.
Also, the small size of our Residency program is such a strength. We have a close-knit community and get personalized attention from faculty. Maine has a critical need for psychiatrists, and this program offers the opportunity to make a significant impact and the potential to influence mental health policy at the state level. We have built-in time to meet with hospital leadership regarding the program and I continually feel like I have a seat at the table and my voice matters here.

What have you enjoyed the most since arriving in Maine?     
There’s a strong sense of community in Bangor, and my neighbors made me feel at home right away. Mainers are incredibly resourceful and connected to the land. Here, I’ve really embraced the local DIY vibe—planting a vegetable garden and upcycling furniture!

What do you like to do in your spare time outside of work?    
In my spare time, I enjoy striking a balance between getting out for activities and staying in. I participate in group cycling rides, sailing, and hiking with my dog along Maine’s rugged coastline. 

Fun fact:
Over 20,000 minutes on the InsightTimer meditation app and still no goal—just enjoying the moments!

What do you hope to contribute to the field of psychiatry in the future?
Living in Maine, I've seen firsthand the challenges rural communities face in accessing mental health care. I’d love to play a role in the expansion of services through telemedicine and community partnerships, ensuring that even the most remote areas get the support they need.
 

Karen Singh, MD, Karen Singh, MDPickering, Ontario, Canada

  • BS, University of Toronto
  • Medical Education: Medical University of the Americas, St. Kitts and Nevis and USA
  • Residency: Internal Medicine, Merit Health Wesley, Hattiesburg, Mississippi

What inspired you to pursue a career in psychiatry?    
For me, psychiatry is the most rewarding field, as I have always had a desire to help people and make the world a better place to live in. Psychiatry allows me to achieve that goal. 

What are your areas of interest or specializations within the field of psychiatry?
Women's psychiatry, for certain. However, I am looking forward to my four years of residency and see if any other areas capture my interest, including child and adolescent psychiatry. 

What brought you to Maine and Acadia’s Psychiatry Residency Program?    
My husband is a fellow Canadian and completed Internal Medicine Residency in Texas. After residency, Canadians work in under-served communities. We had visited several states but loved the beautiful scenic nature in Maine. So for the last four years, my husband and I have been actually living in Maine and love it here, so I decided to pursue residency in Maine. 

What have you enjoyed the most since arriving in Maine?     
Coming from city life, Maine has a slower pace of life which is so enjoyable, alongside the beautiful outdoors with quaint towns. Maine provides easy access to hiking trails, the coast, and easy access to cities. 

What do you like to do in your spare time outside of work?   
Beyond medical pursuits, my husband and I are food enthusiasts and avid travelers. We love to meet people from diverse backgrounds and indulge in new culinary experiences. 

Fun fact:
I am passionate about cooking!

What do you hope to contribute to the field of psychiatry in the future?
I am passionate about empowering individuals to live their life to the fullest. My goal is to provide compassionate care and support to those navigating mental health challenges, helping them overcome obstacles and thrive.