Our Leadership Team
Experienced professionals with personal recovery journeys and clinical expertise, dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that transforms lives.
Patrick Santosuosso
Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder
CEO, Recovery Advocate, 10+ years in behavioral health
Patrick Santosuosso is the visionary co-founder and CEO of Amity Behavioral Health Network. With over a decade of experience, Patrick combines clinical expertise with deep personal understanding of recovery. Having personally navigated addiction and recovery, he is uniquely positioned to create safe, nurturing environments where patients can heal and transform their lives. Patrick is a tireless advocate for ethical care, ensuring each patient is treated with dignity and respect. Under his leadership, Amity has become known for innovative approaches to treatment, rooted in evidence-based practices and a patient-first philosophy.
Michael Clark
President & Co-Founder
President, Strategic Operations Leader
As President and Co-Founder of Amity Behavioral Health Network, Michael Clark leads strategic business operations across the network of premier treatment programs. With a strong commitment to safe, effective, and patient-centered care, he drives initiatives that enhance organizational performance. Michael oversees multidisciplinary teams focused on delivering forward-thinking, data-driven solutions that elevate the quality and consistency of behavioral health services. Passionate about improving systems and outcomes in behavioral healthcare, Michael continues to position Amity as a leader in the field.
Mark Santosuosso
Chief Operating Officer
COO, Operations Excellence, Personal Recovery Experience
Mark Santosuosso is the COO of Amity Behavioral Health Network, bringing deeply personal and passionate leadership. With years of recovery experience himself, Mark champions treatment environments that are clinically sound yet rooted in dignity, hope, and connection. He oversees daily operations across multiple facilities, ensuring consistent, high-quality care. His strategic vision and operational discipline fuel growth while preserving core values. Mark transforms his own recovery experience into a catalyst for change—building programs and teams that empower individuals to thrive beyond addiction.
Ryan Higgins
Chief Financial Officer
CFO, 20+ years executive finance experience
Ryan Higgins brings over two decades of executive experience guiding organizations toward financial stability and growth. He leads company-wide financial planning, budgeting, accounting, treasury, and risk management. Known for his creative, solutions-driven mindset, Ryan helped launch one of the first 1:1 student and employee technology platforms in partnership with Google. A lifelong learner who studied Computer Science and Educational Administration Leadership, his cross-disciplinary expertise enables him to connect departments and improve patient care. Passionate about helping others, he believes there are only solutions, not problems.
Claudia Rodrigues, LMHC/LPCC
Chief Clinical Officer
LMHC/LPCC
Claudia Rodrigues serves as Chief Clinical Officer for Amity Behavioral Health Network.
Michael Ghidoni
Director of Admissions
Director of Admissions
Michael Ghidoni serves as Director of Admissions for Amity Behavioral Health Network.
Gabe Allran
Director of Business Development
Director of Business Development, 10+ years in recovery
Born and raised in North Carolina, Gabe attended Appalachian State University before confronting his own struggles with substance abuse. Seeking lasting change, he relocated to Florida and has maintained sobriety for over a decade. Gabe's personal recovery experience fuels his mission to guide others toward healing, deeply committed to helping individuals achieve sustainable recovery and rediscover purpose beyond addiction. Outside of work, Gabe enjoys scuba diving and cherishes time with his two daughters, his greatest source of pride and motivation.
Rachel Kessler
Director of Business Development
Director of Business Development, Recovery Advocate
Originally from Virginia, Rachel moved to Florida to begin a new chapter after overcoming addiction. There, she found a supportive recovery community that reshaped her life and inspired her to help others. Rachel has played key roles in building and scaling multiple treatment centers, particularly within admissions and business development. Her blend of lived experience, professional expertise, and empathy allows her to connect deeply with clients and colleagues alike. She is dedicated to creating opportunities for healing and helping others find the same hope that once changed her own life.
Pamela Tambini, MD
Medical Director
MD
Pamela Tambini serves as Medical Director for Amity Behavioral Health Network.
Joshua Lecker, LMFT
Executive Director of Southern California
LMFT
Joshua Lecker serves as the Executive Director of Southern California for Amity Behavioral Health Network, overseeing operations across the organization's Southern California facilities.
Experience Matters in Recovery
Our leadership team's expertise and dedication ensure you receive the highest quality care throughout your recovery journey.