Hilarie Cash, Ph.D., LMHC

Partner - Executive Director reSTART Internet Addiction Recovery Center

Co-founder of Internet/Computer Addiction Services and co-developer of the Gaming and Internet Treatment Program. She is a speaker, teacher, and author and has appeared, among other places, on ABC News, CNN, NPR, PBS, the BBC, and in print in the Seattle Times, U.S.A. Today, U.S. News and World Report, and the New York Times. Contact Dr. Hilarie Cash

Cosette Dawna Rae, MSW, LSWAIC

Partner - Executive Director reSTART Internet Addiction Recovery Center

Cosette is a psychotherapist, personal life coach, and mindfulness based practitioner specializing in the treatment of co-occurring disorders and addictions. She holds a Masters degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Washington, a Bachelors degree In Applied Psychology from Seattle City University, and is a Nationally Certified Massage Therapist. As a former IT professional with 20+ years experience in computer/internet technology, she understands the intricate nature of tech addiction and the tools necessary to bring about desired change. Cosette is the founder of and owner of Heavensfield Retreat Center. Contact Cosette Rae

Gary Simmons, WFR

Recreation Director and Residence Manager

Heavensfield's Wilderness Awareness and all around outdoor guy, Gary Simmons has been working with youth for the past 20+ years. His love and passion for the outdoors has made him an avid outdoorsman, craftsman, and natural leader. Contact Gary Simmons

Brenda Emigh-Allen, Executive Assistant

Brenda joined the reSTART team in July 2010. She brings with her a wealth of experience in office administration and computer applications, working in many different fields including recovery and healthcare programs. Brenda grew up in Richland, WA and has lived in the Seattle area for over 24 years. Her husband Doug, an elementary school teacher, and her three children live in Redmond. They spend their free time at the beach, loving their dogs, shuttling teenagers around and working on gardening and house projects. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Linda Reed, M.A., C.Ad.

Linda is a graduate of Bastyr‘s Leadership Institute of Seattle (LIOS). She also holds a National Board Certification in addictions and compulsive behaviors (C.Ad.).

Linda comes to us with hands on 12 step experience and leadership as well as 16 years of education and experience with an emphasis on life skills. Conflict resolution and coaching difficult conversations is one of her areas of expertise. Using a down to earth, natural, client centered approach to therapy makes Linda easy and comfortable to work with and learn from. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Ann H. Steel, MD, MA, LMHCA

Ann is a mental health counselor and educator who previously spent 10 years practicing medicine as a board-certified family physician. Her interest in the psychological aspects of medical illness, and the desire to define health from a holistic perspective led her to pursue a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology. Ann incorporates cognitive, behavioral and mindfulness techniques in her work with clients, and also believes in the healing power of the great outdoors. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Stephanie Rostad, RN, BSN, Yoga Instructor

Stephanie Rostad, RN, BSN has worked as an oncology nurse. She now promotes quality of life using her dance background and yoga training to assist wellness through healing movement and inward focus. Stephanie views yoga as a metaphor for life. She has found the skills of mindful attention and meditative awareness that are developed on the mat are useful as they extend to the challenges encountered in life off of the mat. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Peyton Foucht, Crossfit Personal Trainer

Peyton is training to compete in the upcoming Crossfit games, and is level 1 Crossfit certified. CrossFit is a real world, functional !tness program that has a unique capacity to humble the world’s best athletes while at the same time remaining universally scalable to facilitate development at all ability levels. Peyton's positive attitude and dedication to healthy living motivates staff and clients alike. Contact Peyton Foucht.

Elise Grover, MS

Research Scientist. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Wendie Mathews, MA Counseling Psychology Intern

 Wendie earned her BA in Sociology with a minor in Criminal Justice from Missouri Southern State University, and is currently a 3rd year graduate student at City University of Seattle. Wendie’s interest in internet and gaming addiction stems from her personal experiences gaming in the world of massively multiplayer online role playing games (MMORPGs), as well as PC and console gaming. It is her self-identification as a gamer, and self-proclaimed “geek”, as well as her fascination with online gaming culture that fuels Wendie’s desire to help others lead a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Contact Wendie Mathews.

Brian Warren, MS, LMFTA

Counselor and Aftercare Specialist. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Jens Tröger, Ph.D., Mindfulness Practitioner

Julie Speyer, Relief Staff

Nanette Mader, Relief Staff