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Meet the Team Behind the Mission
For over 15 years, our nationally recognized clinical leaders have been at the forefront of mental health care—pioneering treatment for Internet and gaming disorders while addressing the full spectrum of co-occurring conditions. The same expert minds who helped shape the field are still guiding it today.
Launched with Vision. Sustained by Values.
Leaders in Fostering Growth and Connection—Then and Now
For nearly two decades, our founding clinicians have led the way in mental health innovation—supporting individuals through deep connection, research-driven care, and a commitment to whole-person healing. Their leadership continues to shape the field of digital use and co-occurring disorders with the same clarity and compassion they began with.

Cosette Rae, Founding Member, MSW, LICSW, ACSW
As an early tech adopter, Cosette spent 20 years as an IT consultant. Over time, she recognized the negative impact of excessive use. Her unique set of talent fundamentally influences our successful outcomes. As our Chief Excitement Officer, she offers encouragement and hope to people seeking a healthier relationship with what matters most-life.

Hilarie Cash, Founding Member, Ph.D., LMHC, CSAT
Dr. Hilarie Cash has spent the last several decades supporting people with screen dependence. As a clinician with over 30 years of experience, her pioneering work in the field of Internet and video game addiction has been recognized around the world.
Our founders helped shape the science—and published it
Cosette Rae, EMBA, LICSW, SUDP, CEO
- Factors Related to the Occurrence of and Recovery From Gaming Disorder: A Qualitative Study
- Internet addiction: A brief summary of research and practice
- The Internet Process Addiction Test: Screening for Addictions to Processes Facilitated by the Internet
- Internet Gaming Disorder in
Children and Adolescents, Pediatrics - Evaluation of the Brief Internet Gaming Screen–8 in a U.S. Based Clinical Inpatient Sample
Our care focused people
Rachel R McCluskey, ARNP
Medical Provider

Christopher Araiz, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Corey Pargater, LSWAIC
Clinical Social Worker

Steve Birnbaum, LMHCA, SUDPT
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Walter Fowler, III
Care Coordinator Supervisor

Lindsey Lytle, MFT Candidate
Marriage and Family Therapy

Heather Satterberg, M.Ed
Youth Residential Special Education