About Us

Nassau Alternative Advocacy Program

We are a NYS OASAS-certified, nonprofit outpatient substance use disorder treatment center, committed to providing person-centered care in a welcoming, supportive environment where no one seeking recovery is turned away for lack of ability to pay. Our mission is to deliver professional, evidence-based treatment services in a safe space that promotes healing and overall wellness.

By prioritizing Shared Decision-Making, we empower our clients to actively engage in their treatment process, fostering a strong therapeutic alliance. This collaborative approach not only enhances retention and treatment outcomes but also supports the ongoing journey of recovery—helping individuals improve their health, live self-directed lives, and reach their full potential.

  • Provide a welcoming atmosphere of care and the expectation of hope and acceptance with no one being turned away who has a desire to participate in treatment.
  • Actively connect with individuals at their level to meet their needs, preferences and values.
  •  Provide a safe environment that promotes wellness and recovery.
  • Provide successful evidenced based treatment protocols under clinical direction

Our Mission

  • Provide person-centered assessments and treatment plans to address life functioning areas.
  • Plan to improve and strengthen prevention and treatment.
  • Empower and engage clients in ways that promote Shared Decision Making between clients and the treatment team.
  • And provide hope for happier, productive lives.

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The Treatment Team

Meet Our Staff

Our dedicated treatment staff of professionals is committed to the delivery of Evidenced-based practices that are respectful of and responsive to individual patient preferences, needs, and values, and ensuring that patient values guide all clinical decisions.

Recovery Advocates

Timothy F Andrews

Executive Director

Fredric Mintz, MD

Medical Director

Michael Andrews, CASAC 2

Program Director

Tamara Sawicka, CASAC

Senior Counselor

Jeanne DiGangi, CASACT

Counselor

Raphael Mojica

Spanish Speaking Counselor

Jacquelyn English, DO, MPH

Physician

Anthony Piccinone, PA, PHD

Physician Assistant

What People Say About Us

Testimonials

This wasn't my first rodeo and if it wasn't for the tools I received while in treatment at Nassau Alternative, like Medication Management, individual support, group comradery, and court advocacy, well, it wouldn't have been my last rodeo and I'd be back in jail, again. I've been given a new lease and the most solid recovery ever. Thanks Nassau Alternative!
Brian G
Nassau Alternative Advocacy Program has had a profound effect on my life! It is an excellent treatment facility! The counselors and staff are extremely supportive and understanding all the way through, from ongoing individual sessions, women's group, and Spanish group. The support given to me has made me a stronger, more confident person than I ever thought I could become. I never thought I would face what I had to face in my life. Nassau Alternative never stopped advocating for me and believing in me, always encouraging me to never give up on myself!
Betsy A. EmeryGrateful Client
Betsy A. Emery
My name is Edwin Gonzalez. I am 41 years old and for the most of my younger life, I was struggling through addiction with alcohol and drugs. I have been through therapy before but this time I was able to regain my sobriety and hold on to it through the help of Raphael Mojica and the staff at Nassau Alternative. I enjoyed the groups, especially the Spanish speaking group because I was able to connect with fellow Hispanics and gain knowledge through their treatment. Since my departure and relocating to Florida, I have been sober and drug free. I am currently seeking my bachelor’s degree in science for counseling. It is my belief that “to whom much is given, much is required.” I want to help those that are battling through the same issues of addiction as I once did. I truly appreciate and owe much gratitude to everyone in the program that took the time and energy to help me succeed in my recovery and regain freedom of my life.
Edwin GnzalezSuccessful Client
Edwin Gnzalez

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