Service Providers

Hailee Schifferl

Licensed Mental Health

Counseling Associate

Hailee began working with neurodivergent children in 2009 and joined WBC in July of 2017. Since graduating in 2025, she now provides mental health services for our community, integrating various evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help build social and emotional awareness, coping skills and confidence in expressing individual needs. Hailee strives to create a safe, affirming, and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, supported and empowered. She believes meaningful change happens when individuals feel understood and are equipped with tools that can be utilized in everyday lifestyles. Hailee practices under clinical supervision and is committed to providing ethical and compassionate care.

Education:

BS: Psychology and Counseling - Hope International University

MS: Counseling, emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy - Hope International University

Katie Dawson

Occupational Therapist

Katie Dawson is a pediatric occupational therapist with a wide range of experience supporting individuals and families across a wide range of settings. Since 2008, Katie has worked with individuals from infancy through adulthood, is passionate about promoting skills and functional independence through play.

She believes in a collaborative approach, partnering closely with parents, caregivers, and other professionals to create meaningful, individualized strategies that support each person’s success. Outside of her professional work, Katie is married and the proud mom of two amazing sons. She enjoys spending time with her family and brings the same warmth, curiosity, and care to her work with clients and families.

Education:

MS: Occupational Therapy - University of Puget Sound

Hunter Hendrickson

Physical Therapist

Hunter comes to us with 25 years of experience, working with children and young adults with a variety of diagnoses and disabilities. He brings a diverse set of therapy skills and interventions after having worked in the public schools, outpatient neuro-rehab and home health settings.

Hunter specializes in treating individuals with neuromuscular disorders like Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Cord Injury, Traumatic Brain Injury, Genetic Disorders, and more. He has advanced training and certifications in Intensive Therapy Programs, the Therasuit Method, Aquatic Therapy and more. Hunter has innovated specific treatment protocols for management of neuromuscular scoliosis. Hunter has also developed treatment programs for development of functional skills like swimming and bike riding for children with physical disabilities.

Hunter is friendly and professional, but most importantly, in the eyes of his clients, silly and fun. He employs the power of play to develop rapport and engage his clients in challenging and therapeutic activities to increase functional independence and mobility.

Education:

MS: Physical Therapy - Misericordia University

Janet Kim

Physical Therapist Assistant

Over the last 10 years, Janet has developed her skills as a PTA at a pediatric neuro rehab outpatient clinic in Lynnwood WA, working with children and young adults of all ages and physical and cognitive abilities. She enjoys seeing her patients gain new skills and strength, supporting them as they reach milestones that were once challenging. Janet currently resides in Edmonds with her husband and daughter. In her free time, she likes to explore different parks and playgrounds with her daughter, watch movies and TV shows, and discover new recipes to cook.

Education:
BS: Psychology - University of Washington

PTA Certification -

Lake Washington Technical College