We’re Patrick and Kristine, founders of Cleen - an app and website built to help you kick harmful habits, particularly alcohol and other substances. We used to drink. Sometimes a lot. We got tired of the hangovers, the regret, and the slow erosion of joy and purpose. In March 2022 we chose a different path, and staying sober has changed our lives more than we ever thought possible. We felt compelled to share our biggest discovery; it’s not just about quitting alcohol, drugs, overeating, gambling, whatever your “thing” is; it’s about owning the tough moments in-between.

Cleen is born from that change and from a deeply personal place. The name honors Kristine’s sister Colleen, who passed away in 2017. Before she died, Colleen experienced many years of sobriety, and those years were the best of her life. Her legacy of kindness, compassion, humor, hard work, grit, and positive change inspires everything we do.

Our mission is simple: give you clear, compassionate tools and information about alcohol, unhealthy habits, and substance use to help you make informed choices and take meaningful action using practical steps and real-time support. We share what we learned the hard way; the science, the real-life consequences, and practical paths forward. Knowledge empowered our journey, and we believe it can help you, too.

What makes Cleen different?

• Personalized support for quitting and cutting back, built from lived experience, extensive research, and evidence-based practices.

• A safety-minded map that helps you avoid trigger locations and find safe spots - a feature designed to reduce temptation and support real-world decisions when it matters most.

• Practical tools for tracking progress, managing cravings, finding community, and replacing old habits with healthier routines.

• A full, day-to-day guide to your first 90 days - absolutely free.

• A compassionate, nonjudgmental community and resources aimed at lasting change, not quick fixes.

If you’re tired of waking up to regret, headaches, shame, or health worries - we get it. We built Cleen because we wanted a better way, and now we want to help you find yours. From our family to yours: you don’t have to do this alone. Sign up for free today and start building a new life. Cleen.