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Meet The Patrick Group Team

Esther Patrick, MA, CC

Esther Patrick founded Patrick and Associates in 2003 and rebranded as The Patrick Group in 2017, to provide counseling, coaching and consulting services for families and children.

Esther provides clinical services as a parent evaluator, parenting coach, and counselor through the Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF). One of Esther's core strengths is her ability to deliver difficult messages in nonthreatening, non-confrontational, culturally competent ways that help motivate parents to make essential changes. Esther has worked with multicultural families from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds since 2001.

Esther makes it a priority to constantly update her skills and avail herself of the most current knowledge in her field.

Esther's therapeutic training, certifications, licensure, and education include:

  • Washington State Certified Counselor
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Family Systems Theory (FST)
  • Family Preservation Services (FPS)
  • Functional Family Therapy (FFT)
  • Positive Parenting Program (PPP, Triple P)
  • Promoting First Relationships (PFR)
  • Alternatives for Families: A Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (AF-CBT)
  • SafeCare®
  • Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
  • Master of Arts of Applied Behavioral Sciences, City University
  • Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration

Esther utilizes a solution-focused, strength-based approach in her work with families and other relational group systems. Working with families and children through DCYF, she conducts assessments to determine what skills and training are needed then provides counseling, training, and coaching to prevent family disruption, enable reunification, and preserve families.

In addition to her work with DCYF, Esther provides counseling and consulting services to the Independent Living Program at DOVE House in Seattle. She is a Pierce County Dependency CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) and a King County Title 26 Guardian ad Litem (GAL).

Esther provides expert court testimony and works well with representatives of the legal, educational, and medical professions, interacting with the juvenile justice and child welfare systems.

A former trustee of Highline College, Esther served as an adjunct faculty member at City University and Seattle Central College, instructing students in human resources, personnel management, and business. Esther is active in the Washington State Minority and Justice Commission, Washington Women Lawyers Association, and Black Childhood Development Institute.

Hayward Coleman Jr., MA, MHP, LMHC, EMMHS, CMHS

Hayward is a Seattle native and a high school teacher. His students include those found to be at “high risk.” Mr. Coleman is a great family clinician and asset to The Patrick Group. He agrees that the entire family as a whole must be evaluated to best understand the behavior of individual members. He focuses on families as a whole, along with the connections between family members. Since the physical, social, and emotional functioning of family members is profoundly interdependent, with changes in one part of the system reverberating in other parts, Mr. Coleman meets with an entire family unit in order to reinforce positive change.

Hayward's therapeutic training, certifications, licensure, and education include:

  • Individual, couple, and family therapist
  • Functional Family Therapy (FFT)
  • Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
  • Positive Parenting Program (PPP, Triple P)
  • Masters of Arts in Psychology, concentrating in Couple and Family Therapy, Antioch University, Seattle, WA

Ellie Camilo, BA, CC

Ellie has worked with families from all backgrounds, belief systems, and cultures since 2013, teaching and counseling in different scenarios and capacities. She is passionate about helping others break unhealthy patterns, which allows them to love and be loved. Ellie uses a creative approach that engages families in learning and exploring new ways of being and helps adults and children to recognize and honor their inner strengths and talents. She brings softness, calmness, and ease into homes to make everyone feel safe and respected. Ellie is fluent in Spanish and English; Spanish is her first language.

Ellie's therapeutic training, certifications, licensure, and education include:

  • Washington State Certified Counselor
  • Family Preservation Services (FPS)
  • Positive Parenting Program (PPP, Triple P)
  • Promoting First Relationships (PFR)
  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, La Sierra University, Riverside, CA

malea Rawson, BA, CC

Malea is passionate about working with children and families of all different backgrounds and strives to support them with their behavioral health needs. Prior to joining The Patrick Group, Malea held positions as both a Psychiatric Children’s Counselor and a Certified Behavior Technician. Malea is skilled in working with children on the ASD spectrum, other neurodivergent individuals, and at risk-youth. She is focused on fostering a positive environment, opening the door to communication, breaking unhealthy behavioral patterns and helping others find healthy ways to cope through life’s challenges. She hopes to be an advocate for each family and to support them in achieving their unique goals.

Malea's therapeutic training, certifications, licensure, and education include:

  • Washington State Certified Counselor
  • Positive Parenting Program (Triple P, PPP)
  • Promoting First Relationships (PFR)
  • Family Preservation Services (FPS)
  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology/Minor in Sociology Juvenile Delinquency, Washington State University, Pullman, WA

Paris Rogers, BA, CC

Paris specializes in Family Preservation Services (FPS) providing support to families creating problem solving, stress management, and coping tools. She is also a sounding board to aid educational and life skills opportunities for families, as well as other counseling related services. 

Paris collaborates with culturally diverse individuals and families in crisis, creating a safe and empathetic place of partnership for personal and family growth. She also walks side by side with families in creating goals and meeting needs, while working together on building strengths that empower.  

Paris’s accreditation, certification, and education include: 

  • Washington State Certified Counselor
  • Family Preservation Services (FPS)
  • Bachelor of Arts, University of Washington

Max DZmitryiev, BA, CC

Max is committed to helping families navigate challenges and find effective solutions. With a multicultural background, he brings a deep understanding of diverse life experiences. He has extensive experience teaching K-5 students and coaching high school boys’ wrestling, working with a wide range of diverse populations. With an educational background in psychology, Max is passionate about fostering both physical and mental well-being. He uses a collaborative, ecological approach to strengthen and develop family relationships. Fluent in both English and Russian, Max strives to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all.

Max's therapeutic training, certifications, licensure, and education include:

  • Washington State Certified Counselor
  • Family Preservation Services
  • Promoting First Relationships
  • Positive Parenting Program (Triple P, PPP)
  • Bachelors of Art Psychology, Northwest University, Kirkland, Washington

Martha Alvarado Latino, BA, CC

Martha is passionate about working with children and families. Before joining The Patrick Group, Martha worked in the childcare field and for a non-profit agency as a mental health case manager for the Latinx community. She has worked with children and families since 2014. Martha is dedicated to providing services to families and is committed to seeing them succeed. Martha plans to earn a post-graduate degree in clinical psychology. She is fluent in Spanish and English; Spanish is her first language.

Martha's therapeutic training, certifications, licensure, and education include:

  • Positive Parenting Program, Triple P America (also known as Triple P and PPP)
  • Family Preservation Services
  • Promoting First Relationships
  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 

MIKAILA CULVERSON, LSWAIC

Mikaila is a Licensed Social Worker Associate-Independent Clinical (LSWAIC). With over a decade of experience in social work, with a focus on strengthening families, supporting professionals, and making systems easier to navigate.

Mikaila is a skilled facilitator, trainer, and systems thinker with expertise in group dynamics, behavioral assessment, and reflective practice. She specializes in working across cultures and guiding professionals in building culturally responsive, relationally attuned practices. Her leadership is grounded in cultural humility, attachment theory, and a strong belief in meeting people where they are.

As a certified Promoting First Relationships (PFR) trainer, Mikaila has trained provider agencies in evidence-based practices and relationship-focused interventions. Her work is informed by years of experience providing counseling and in-home services to families involved with the child welfare system.

Mikaila holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Washington, Seattle, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Nevada, Reno. In addition to PFR, she is trained in the Positive Parenting Program (Triple P), Parent-Child Interaction (Teaching Scale), and individual and family counseling approaches. Her experiences working across cultures and communities give her a practical, thoughtful approach to challenges, especially when relationships and power dynamics are at play.

Mikaila's therapeutic training, certifications, licensure, and education include:

  • Master of Social Work from the University of Washington, Seattle
  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Nevada, Reno
  • Promoting First Relationships (PFR)
  • Positive Parenting Program (Triple P)
  • Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)

Aida Ramirez, Skill Practitioner

Aida Ramirez brings five years of experience and education as a psychology student and medical assistant serving her community in her first language, Spanish, to The Patrick Group. She is committed to supporting positive change in families. As a minority, she has experienced the bias and witnessed how the Spanish-speaking family's needs are often unmet due to the language barrier. Her goal is to bring Spanish-speaking families the skills and tools to meet their needs and give them a voice to feel heard to keep them together and safe. Aida firmly believes there is always hope during a storm and a light that will always shine in the end. Her wish is to be the light that illuminates families.

Aida's therapeutic training, certifications, and education include:

  • Positive Parenting Program (PPP, Triple P)
  • Family Spirit
  • Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS), Highline College
  • Associate of Arts Degree (AA), Highline College

Aimee Schultz, Skill Practitioner

Aimee is grateful for her opportunity to work supporting parents. She is passionate about educating people on the human brain and body as it relates to connection and relationships so that there can be more grace and understanding for each other. Aimee believes one of the best ways to help children and society is to support parents in the demanding, overwhelming, high-pressure job of raising humans. She understands that it takes a lot of work to overcome generational parenting patterns and beliefs in addition to all the other challenges and trauma that a person may face in their life.

Aimee works in her private practice to coach parents through challenges that come up in their lives.

Aimee's therapeutic training, certifications, and education include:

  • Promoting First Relationships (PFR)
  • Positive Parenting Program (PPP, Triple P)
  • Certified Parenting Coach, Jai Institute for Parenting
  • Bachelor of Science in Spanish Education (BS), Brigham Young University, Idaho
  • Life Coach training, The Life Purpose Institute

Jolynne Atoigue, Skill Practitioner

Jolynne Atoigue has always believed in her calling to serve others especially children and families in her community. In 2010, She graduated from Intercoast College as a Substance Abuse Counselor and has been fortunate to work with adults and adolescents assisting them in their journey to sobriety. Jolynne moved from California to Washington and worked as an Employment Specialist contracted with DCYF (DDA and DVR) assisting adults with disabilities in gaining and stabilizing employment so that they are able to be proud, contributing members of society. Jolynne also has experience as a Family time Visitation Supervisor/Trainer and loves working with families towards reunification. Jolynne is passionate about working with families and believes that everyone deserves to have someone in their corner believing, advocating and rooting for them.

Jolynne's therapeutic training, certifications, and education include:

  • SafeCare
  • Promoting First Relationships
  • Substance Abuse Counseling
  • Intercoast College

  Julie Wulfekuhle, LCSW

Julie Wulfekuhle, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in family court matters, custody evaluation, and court-involved therapeutic services. She brings extensive experience as an expert witness, court-appointed therapist, and executive leader, with a professional focus on child safety, family systems, and evidence-based decision-making in high-conflict cases. 

Julie is AFCC-certified in custody evaluation and regularly serves the family court as an expert witness and court-appointed therapist for reunification and mediation services. Her work is grounded in trauma-informed practice, clear clinical analysis, and an understanding of how therapeutic findings intersect with legal standards and judicial decision-making. 

Julie’s prior experience includes clinical social work with Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch, where she conducted assessments, developed treatment plans, and collaborated with outside providers, as well as program management with Youth Dynamics, where she supervised multiple residential group homes, conducted audits, trained staff, and reported directly to executive leadership. 

She holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California, a Master’s degree in Health Care Management from the University of California, Los Angeles, and a Paralegal Certificate from Everett Community College. Julie also serves as a Board Member for the Montana Child Protection Alliance and has been recognized as a Top 40 Under 40 Business Professional. 

Julie approaches her work with professionalism, neutrality, and a strong commitment to ethical practice. Whether serving the court, families, or fellow professionals, she is known for thoughtful analysis, clear communication, and a steadfast focus on outcomes that support children’s well-being and long-term stability.

 

 Alexis Smith, ba, cc

I’m a Family Preservation Services (FPS) practitioner with 6 years of direct client service experience supporting families, adults, and children, including individuals navigating mental health and substance use challenges. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Washington and am a Certified Counselor.

I specialize in strengths-based, in-home interventions including coping skills development, strengthening parenting skills, navigating crisis and resource coordination. I am passionate about reuniting families, breaking generational trauma, and improving overall well-being through individualized support, empowerment, and connection to services.

 

 Bernadette Cruz, CC 

Bernadette Cruz is professionally focused on the field of mental health and providing compassionate, high-quality care to children, families, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. She currently serves as a Mental Health Professional III with Eugenia Center Behavioral Health and provides Family Preservation Services through The Patrick Group. Prior to joining The Patrick Group, Bernadette gained experience in Family Preservation Services, where she discovered her passion for this work and the meaningful impact of supporting families at risk of out-of-home placement by strengthening parenting skills, increasing stability, and promoting family safety and reunification. She also worked as a Mental Health Therapist at Cascade Mental Health Services. Additionally, Bernadette gained experience at Maple Lane as a Competency Restoration Specialist, supporting individuals who were deemed incompetent to stand trial. She further developed extensive counseling experience while working at a women’s residential treatment facility at Credo Center in New York, specializing in the treatment of substance use disorders and mental health. Bernadette’s clinical focus includes trauma-informed care, DBT, CBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy. She brings strong experience in crisis intervention, assessments, treatment planning, case management, care coordination, safety planning, and comprehensive mental health evaluations. In addition to her mental health work, Bernadette has a strong passion for holistic wellness. She is a Certified Nutrition Coach, Certified Wellness Coach, and Certified Life Coach. Bernadette is also a Certified Counselor in Washington State and holds a LAAC. Bernadette is driven by a sincere commitment to uplifting, empowering, and helping others heal, and she approaches her work with empathy, integrity, and dedication.

 

 Rebecca Malinosky, MA, LMHC

With The Patrick Group, Rebecca provides Family Preservation Services and strives to
walk alongside families and be an advocate for the changes they seek to make in their
lives. Prior to joining The Patrick Group, Rebecca spent 11 years working
therapeutically with families who have a child with developmental disabilities, creating
plans to address their children’s challenging behaviors, as well as supervising a team of
therapists. Rebecca has also provided ABA therapy and behavior technician services in
homes with children with autism. After years of living in the Seattle area, Rebecca
relocated to Whatcom County and is available to provide services especially for families
in Whatcom or Skagit County.

Rebecca’s therapeutic training, certifications, licensure and education include:

  • Family Preservation Services
  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • Masters of Arts in Counseling Psychology, Mars Hill Graduate School/now The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology
  • Bachelors of Art in Psychology, University of Washington

 

 Shyla LaCasse, LSWAIC

 

Jo Bowen, Paraprofessional

As our paraprofessional, Jo works closely with therapists, social workers, skill practitioners, families, and community partners to provide essential support for each family. Her deep knowledge of community resources is invaluable in assisting both families in need and the practitioners working with them.

Jo dedicated over 22 years to providing community social services through the Department of Social and Health, retiring in 2017, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to our team.

Wendy Churchwell, Administrative Manager

Wendy is the backbone of The Patrick Group, keeping the team running smoothly behind the scenes. With over 25 years of experience in customer service and bookkeeping, along with six years as a licensed foster parent, she brings a deep commitment to supporting families through her role in Administrative Management.

Wendy manages office operations, coordinates scheduling, assists with technology support, marketing efforts, and client communications, while helping facilitate the hiring and onboarding of subcontractors to ensure a smooth transition into The Patrick Group’s mission and workflow.

By handling these critical responsibilities, Wendy allows therapists to dedicate their time to guiding families through the reconciliation process, reinforcing The Patrick Group’s commitment to providing compassionate and effective care.

Laura Bryant, Administrative Assistant

With over 25 years of combined experience in administration, including expertise in bookkeeping, customer service, and work with the school district, Laura brings invaluable contributions to our agency. Laura oversees essential administrative operations, including records and financial management, the seamless handling of referrals, billing, client documentation, and compliance tracking, ensuring our operations run smoothly and efficiently.


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