During Edmund’s career as a Drug Court Coordinator and SUDP, he noticed a need for improved access to Residential Substance Use Disorder Treatment in Snohomish County.  In 2018, Edmund assembled a group of Board Members who supported this vision.  They were fortunate enough to connect with a local contractor who made it all become a reality when Holman Recovery Center opened in 2022.  As Executive Director, Edmund helps the Team at HRC to fulfill their mission of compassionately helping those in need to build new lives in Recovery.  When he’s not at HRC, Edmund enjoys spending time with his wife & daughter and traveling throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Prior to working at HRC, Amy spent nearly 10 years in the substance use disorder treatment field as a Counselor and Patient Navigator for treatment providers in Snohomish County.  Her commitment to maintaining high-quality care standards has been instrumental in our program’s success.  One of Amy’s greatest strengths is her ability to balance professionalism with warmth. Her characteristic laughter, which often fills the hallways of HRC, creates a positive and welcoming environment for both staff and clients.  When she is not at HRC, Amy enjoys spending time with her husband and lovable Golder Retriever named ‘Louie’.

Over the course of his medical career, Dr. James Gilson has worked for both government and private organizations and has provided care for many patients with substance abuse disorders and other chronic health issues.  Dr. Gilson is a caring, compassionate medical professional whose commitment to his patients and the programs he has worked for speaks for itself.  We are so grateful Dr. Gilson has joined the team at HRC as our Medical Director.  When he is not working at HRC, Dr. Gilson enjoys traveling and spending time with his wife and canine companions.

Travis started with HRC as a Recovery Monitor when we opened in February of 2022 and was later promoted to a Client Support Specialist in April of 2023.  Travis holds both Certified Peer Counselor (CPC) and Agency Affiliated Counselor credentials.  Travis is an integral part of many aspects of operations at HRC.  Travis’ energetic personality is an inspiration to the Team at HRC and he is respected by both clients and his fellow staff members.  When Travis is not working at HRC, he enjoys spending time with his wife, dogs and tropical plants.  We are so grateful for all that Travis does for HRC and the clients we serve and it’s an honor to work with him!

Jeanette joined the HRC Team as a Counselor in January of 2023. Jeanette Palomarez has an Associate of Applied Science in Addiction Studies and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Child, Youth, and Family Studies.  Jeanette values HRC’s holistic approach to substance use treatment.  Prior to working at HRC, Jeanette was working in the Recovery field for 8 years, guiding individuals through the Recovery process.  In addition to her professional experience, Jeanette said her personal journey of Recovery has given her a profound sense of empathy for those struggling with substance use disorders. We are so grateful and honored that Jeanette is a part of our Team at HRC!