Edmund Smith, SUDP
Executive Director
Over the last few years of my career as a Drug Court Coordinator I recognized the need for improved access to Residential Substance Use Disorder Treatment in Snohomish County, assembled an amazing group of Board Members who supported this vision and was fortunate enough to connect with a local business owner / contractor who made it all become a reality. As Executive Director, I’m so grateful to see HRC fulfill it’s mission of compassionately serving those in need by giving them the tools they’ll need to build new lives in Recovery! When I’m not working at HRC, I enjoy spending time with my wife & daughter and taking photographs around the Pacific Northwest.
Amy Black, BA, SUDP III
Clinical Director
Amy has many years’ experience in the field of Substance Use Disorder treatment, as well as a background in public education. As the new Clinical Director at Holman Recovery Center, Amy brings a strengths-based, trauma informed approach to the oversight of all clinical aspects of our program. Her care for the welfare of our clients is evident in everything she does at HRC and we’re grateful to have her join our Team!
Tania Hernandez, DO
Medical Director
As Medical Director for HRC, I am a board-certified physician in Family and Addiction Medicine. I want to be a health care professional who offers understanding and hope to people suffering from Addiction. When I am not working with clients, I coach team gymnastics whenever I can find the time and I enjoy traveling and seeing new places.
Kozi Colberg, RN
Nursing Consultant
A considerable amount of my nursing background includes medical, surgical, emergency and mental health experience. Beginning in 2012 I chose to direct my career towards fighting the opioid crises eventually becoming certified in the field of addiction medicine. My passion is working with likeminded professionals developing new strategies to treat and support those afflicted with this disease while providing ongoing education to help reduce its associated stigma. My work life balance is supported by my husband and our large family including my golden retriever. For stress relief and enjoyment, I quad skate, take nature walks, and ride motorcycles. The garden snail reminds me of my motto which is to “slow down and cherish life’s moments” because every day is a gift that has an uncertain ending. I’m very excited to be part of the Holman’s Recovery Center team!
Heather Cherry, AAC, SUDP
Counselor
Addiction has had a profound impact on my own life, providing the crisis and suffering that paved the way for my transcendence from chronic state of lack and victimhood. There are beautiful gifts on the other side of addiction. We simply need the willingness and open-mindedness to seek with curiosity and we will find: a perfect catalyst pushing us towards transformation, an invitation to become our authentic selves, the evolution of suffering into wellbeing, and a springboard to freedom from dependence on externals. It is my honor and privilege to serve as a guide to others on their own journeys of transformation, and I will walk beside you as you transform the despair into something beautiful.
Daniel Flax, SUDPT
Counselor
My journey to become a Substance Use Disorder Professional began a few years ago as I found myself no longer able to keep looking away from the epidemic suffering of individuals and families being destroyed by addiction. I find this work in alignment with my deep commitment to helping others and feel fortunate to have found a place to work such as Holman Recovery Center, providing compassionate care in a beautiful supportive environment. When I’m not doing counseling at HRC, I spend my free time vegetable gardening and doing craft work.
Matt Przybylski, AAS, SUDPT
Counselor
“I enjoy being in the SUD field and helping others. I am honored and blessed to be able to assist our clients during early recovery. Holman has given me the opportunity to help others in an environment that matches my own views on early recovery. When not at HRC, I am spending time with my wife and three children.”
Jeanette Palomarez
Counselor
Jeanette’s been working in the treatment field for the last 6 years and has a background as a Substance Use Disorder Counselor, Engagement Specialist and Patient Navigator. Jeanette is a committed, dedicated Counselor who’s invested in helping clients find new lives in Recovery and we’re so grateful she has joined our Team here at HRC!
Tina Herrera
Care Coordinator
Tina plays is an incredibly important part of Holman Recovery Center. Tina helps bring new clients into our program and helps to set them up for success before they complete. Tina’s care for the clients at HRC is a part of all the work she does every day, and we’re blessed to have her as part of our Team! She’s also an incredible baker – which we all like as well!
Travis Boston
Client Support Specialist
Travis brings an incredible depth and knowledge to the work he does at HRC. Whether he’s using his background in medication procedures or experience from his past work at other programs, Travis’s energy and enthusiasm are hallmarks of everything he does at HRC. He’s a vital part of our Team and we’re all grateful Travis is part of the HRC crew!
Sophie Haines
Recovery Monitor Supervisor
For the last 17 years I have worked with clients in the interior design and lighting design industry. While it has been amazing, I felt it was time to move on to something new, something that is rewarding in a different way. I have struggled in my own addiction and know what its like to be a part of the recovery journey. While the recovery journey is different for everyone, I have been able to find faith, hope, and strength in my own process. I am so excited to be a part of Holman recovery Center. I am eager to instill the hope I have graciously received in our clients, with the ability to come alongside them where they are at. Without judgement, but with acceptance and compassion. In my spare time I enjoy hanging out with my beautiful family.
Jacob O’Neill
Recovery Monitor
Jacob is thoughtful and genuine and serves as a great support for the clients at HRC. Jacob helps clients at HRC every day and his commitment to our mission of guiding clients towards Recovery is at the center of everything he does!
Haylee Scott
Recovery Monitor
Haylee’s enthusiasm and energy make a her a perfect fit at HRC and she is always willing to step up and help address clients’ needs! Haylee has an undergraduate degree in psychology and her positive, outgoing attitude keeps everybody she works with smiling and feeling good!
Jenny Boyd
Recovery Monitor
Jenny brings prior experience as a Residential Specialist with her to her new position at HRC! Jenny is committed to helping those who struggle with the disease of addiction and her friendly smile and positive outlook help lift clients’ spirits every day! When Jenny is not at HRC, she enjoys swimming and doing volunteer work with individuals with special needs. Please join me in welcoming Jenny to the HRC Team!
Ashley McFalls
Recovery Monitor
Ashley’s past work as a Recovery Coach makes her a perfect candidate for the role of Recovery Monitor at HRC. She brings both a dedication to serving those who struggle with addiction and real-life experience to help clients under her care as they engage in the HRC program. Ashley is currently training to be a Certified Peer Counselor and we’re so happy the work she does at HRC supports this amazing goal!
Valerie Foster
Recovery Monitor
Valerie consistently demonstrates a genuine concern for the wellness of the clients here at HRC. Valerie’s lived experience is a motivator for the work she does at HRC, and she provides support to our clients every day as they participate in treatment. Valerie is also a wife and mother who has an active life outside her job at HRC.
Elena Allen
Recovery Monitor
Elena is joining the HRC Team as a Recovery Monitor with prior experience working for other residential treatment programs as well as senior care programs. Elena is an excellent, detail-oriented care provider who is dedicated to the clients she serves. We are so grateful Elena is now part of the HRC Team!
Danielle Munn
Recovery Monitor
Danielle is a student at a local community college studying to be a Substance Use Disorder Counselor. She is a dedicated professional who always goes above and beyond for the clients at HRC as they being their journey of Recovery. Danielle is also a parent and in her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family, hiking and cooking.
Terry Flynn
Overnight Recovery Monitor
Terry was a founding member of HRC who has worked as a peer support professionally for clients struggling with substance use disorders for years with several programs. He is a dedicated professional who uses his own lived life experiences to help support clients in the Recovery process. When he’s not working, he enjoys spending time with his family and working with others in need in the community.
Nikki Taylor
Recovery Monitor
Nikki is joining HRC after a long career in service to clients in residential programs and other assistance programs. Nikki is a caring, supportive person who is always willing to go the extra mile to help meet the needs of our clients. When she is not at work, she enjoys spending time with her family and doing community volunteer work.
Shawna Durocher
Recovery Monitor
Shawna is a fantastic new addition to HRC! She brings a high level of enthusiasm and energy to the work she does as a Recovery Monitor. Shawna is a detail oriented, supportive staff member who helps clients participate in the HRC program. When she is not at work, Shawna keeps busy working on her college degree through an online University.
Carol Howe
Administrative Assistant
Carol recently joined HRC as an Administrative Assistant. Carol has an impressive background working for other medical and care provider organizations as a highly effect office administrator. Carol’s positive attitude and her support of our clients make her an excellent addition to the HRC Team!
Janet Zavala
Administrative Assistant
Janet does an incredible job as an Administrative Assistant at HRC. Janet helps make sure our front office runs efficiently and she always goes the extra mile to be sure clients are set up to enter the program as soon as possible! Janet uses her prior experience overseeing office operations for other organizations to be sure our program is doing its best to help those who need our services.
Molly Rynders
Billing Specialist
Molly is a fantastic ‘people person’ and makes clients feel at home as they enter services at Holman Recovery Center. Molly’s positive, upbeat personality and commitment to serving our clients makes her a very important part of the HRC Team!
Jeremy Gredvig
Food Services Supervisor
Jeremy supervises all nutritional services at HRC. In addition to overseeing the purchase of all food supplies and the preparations associated with clients meals at HRC, Jeremy shows a genuine concern for the welfare of the clients we work with and supports their nutritional needs as they begin their journey of Recovery.
Dylon Sygitowicz
Food Services
Dylon is a dedicated food services professional at HRC who works dilligently every day to help prepare and serve nourishing meals for our clients. When he’s not working at HRC, he enjoys spending time with his pets and playing video games.
Shelby Davisson
Food Services
Shelby is a dedicated food services professional at HRC who works dilligently every day to help prepare and serve nourishing meals for our clients. When she’s not working at HRC, she enjoys spending time with her children engaging in faith-based activities.
Gordy Dover
Food Services
Gordy is a dedicated food services professional at HRC who works dilligently every day to help prepare and serve nourishing meals for our clients. When he’s not working at HRC, he enjoys spending time with his wife and children.
Stacy VonBergen
Lead Yoga Instructor
Stacy owns a local yoga business and facilitates yoga classes at HRC serveral times a week. Stacy has become an intergral part of the holisitic services we deliver at HRC and she shows clients how to address stress and experience relaxation through the use of yoga on a daily basis. She is truly committed to helping our clients heal and we’re grateful to have her join our team at HRC.