Family Engagement Services

Strengthening Support Systems

Our Family Engagement Experts

  • Pat Aussem

    Pat Aussem, L.P.C., M.A.C.

    Vice President, Consumer Clinical Content Development

    As VP of Consumer Clinical Content Development, Pat Aussem oversees the creation of resources to support families in all aspects of their substance use journey. She also brings hands-on experience across care settings including psychiatric, co-occurring, detox, and residential facilities as a licensed counselor.
  • Marcus Daugherty

    Marcus Daugherty, M.A., L.M.H.C.

    Senior Vice President, Behavioral Health Partnerships & Innovation

    Marcus Daugherty advises OASAS on system innovation and quality. A licensed mental health and addiction professional with 30+ years’ experience, he has led social services, trained managers, taught psychology and sociology, and holds degrees from Hofstra, SUNY New Paltz and Fielding.