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We are a premier Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program specializing in treatment of Adolescents and Adults. At Main Line Addiction Specialists our philosophy is to live in integrity, lead by example, and create a strong sense of self and community. We are committed to helping the members of our Community to restore balance and integrity in their family, academic and social situations; strengthening character helps our clients feel healthier and encourages a change in behavior.
Our clients are considered teammates rooting for each other’s success, relying on one another and our staff for support. We begin the process of community in the evaluation and continue through pizza night and other outside activities, including community service, to encourage the concept of community and mutual support. |
Our Team.
Patti Anne McAndrews, MHS, LPC, CAADC Founder/Program Director Patti Anne McAndrews has more than 30 years experience working with families and individuals in the mental health and drug and alcohol field. She is the founder of Adolescent Advocates (A2), an innovative private practice with qualified professionals who treat teens and young adults with a variety of social and mental health issues in an “Outpatient Therapeutic Community.” She and A2 are affiliated with some of the country’s leading drug and alcohol treatment centers, including Caron Family Treatment, Promises, The Ranch and Newport Academy. Patti Anne has also worked with some of the top independent schools and colleges in the Philadelphia area. She works with The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia on their Fellowship Training Program. She was awarded “The Addiction Professional Award” by the Caron Treatment Center in 2007. |
David Uosikkinen, CADC Therapist Most people know David Uosikkinen as a rock star from the internationally known Philadelphia band The Hooters. In 2010, he created his own band with a rotating line of Philadelphia’s most respected musicians, David Uosikkinen’s In The Pocket. A portion of the proceeds of his band benefits the Settlement Music School in Philadelphia. To a very fortunate group of young people at Adolescent Advocates, Dave is their therapist. Dave started devoting time several years ago to help young people with addiction. He is a Certified Addictions Counselor working at Adolescent Advocates with individual clients and groups. His gift for music is second to his compassion for people suffering from alcoholism and addiction. A2 is blessed to be sharing with others our gift of David Uosikkinen. |
