

ADVISORY BOARD
The CCSPA Advisory Board, elected by members, provides leadership and strategic direction to guide the association’s mission, initiatives, and governance. Members bring expertise in leadership, policy, and engagement to strengthen the field of counseling and clinical sport psychology.


Jamey Houle, Ph.D., ABPP
Chair
Dr. Jamey Houle is the Director of Sport Psychology and Wellness Services for Ohio State University Athletics at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Jameson Crane Sports Medicine Institute. He holds a Clinical Associate Professor position in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health and is Board Certified in Counseling Psychology. Jamey was an All-American gymnast at OSU, and part of the 2001 NCAA Championship team and won back to back Big Ten championships with his team. He has an amazing wife and two beautiful children.
Education:
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Postdoctoral Fellowship, University of Wisconsin-Madison Counseling Services
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Pre-doctoral Internship, Texas A & M University Counseling Center
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Ph.D. Counseling Psychology, Auburn University
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M.S. Athletic Counseling, Springfield College
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B.A. The Ohio State University

Christopher Bader, Ph.D., CMPC
Past Chair
Dr. Chris Bader (he/him) is the Associate Athletic Director for Mental Health & Performance as well as the Athletics Diversity & Inclusion Designee at the University of Arkansas. He is Licensed in Arkansas, Colorado, and is a PSYPACT registered provider. Chris is married to LaTisha Bader and, together they have one daughter.
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Education:
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Postdoctoral Fellowship, University of Oklahoma Athletics
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Pre-doctoral Internship, Oklahoma Health Consortium
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Ph.D. Counseling Psychology, University of North Texas
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M.S. Psychology, University of Louisiana at Lafayette
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B.S. Psychology, Louisiana State University

Dylan Firsick, Ph.D., CMPC
Membership Chair
Dr. Firsick is a sport psychologist, CMPC, and the Assistant Athletic Director of Mental Health and Performance for the University of Georgia Athletics. Dr. Firsick previously spent 6.5 years at University of Southern California as a clinical and sport psychologist and a clinical assistant professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Keck Medicine of USC. He maintains a private practice focused on sport performance and athlete development for athletes from childhood to professional. Dr. Firsick is a native of Southern California and enjoys hiking, fishing, and backpacking with his wife Amy, their son Jackson, and their Golden Retriever Finley.
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Education:
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Postdoctoral Fellowship, University of Southern California Athletic Department
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Pre-doctoral Internship, University of Southern California, Student Counseling Services
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Ph.D. Counseling Psychology, University of Northern Colorado
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M.S. Counseling Psychology, University of Colorado Denver
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B.A. Biola University

Marcia Edwards, Psy.D.
Organizational Liaison & Communications Coordinator
Dr. Marcia Edwards (she/her) is a sport psychologist with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Jameson Crane Sports Medicine Institute. She also holds a clinical assistance professor position in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at OSU. Marcia is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, where she serves on the executive board. She loves Next Top Chef and shopping but will also lace up her cleats and meet you on the pitch in a heartbeat.
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Education:
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Postdoctoral Fellowship, Clemson University Counseling Services
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Predoctoral Internship, University of Oklahoma
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Psy.D. Clinical Psychology, Chicago School of Professional Psychology
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M.A. Kinesiology, University of Tennessee
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B.A. Hampton University

Tim White, Ph.D., CMPC
Research & Information Chair
Dr. Tim White is the owner and lead clinician at White House Sport Psychology. He is licensed as a psychologist (TN) and is credentialed as a PSYPACT provider and a certified mental performance consultant (CMPC). His practice serves athletes and other high performers ranging from middle school to Olympians and professionals. When not at work, Tim enjoys being outdoors, training for triathlons, and spending time with his family.
Education:
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Postdoctoral Fellowship, University of Memphis
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Pre-doctoral Internship, Virginia Tech University
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Ph.D. Counseling Psychology, University of Missouri
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M.S. Sport Psychology, University of Utah
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B.S. University of Wisconsin at La Crosse

L. Kenneth Chew, Jr., Psy.D.
Fellows Representative
Dr. Chew is a licensed clinical psychologist and CEO of Point Beyond Mental Health Collective. He is the former Director of Student Counseling and Sport Psychology Consultant for Indiana State University.
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Education:
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Psy.D. Clinical Psychology, The Virginia Consortium Program in Clinical Psychology
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B.A. Psychology, Jamestown College

Cody Commander, Psy.D., CMPC
Chair-Elect
Dr. Cody Commander is a clinical and sport psychologist with 20+ years of experience. He spent 12 years at the University of Oklahoma, where he served as Director of PROS. He was a Mental Health Officer for Team USA at the 2021 Tokyo Olympic Games and continues to advance the field through leadership and innovation. Dr. Commander owns Commander Counseling & Wellness, a large group practice in Oklahoma, and recently founded Rock Springs, a concierge-style psychological testing center in Colorado. He is the author of the Commanding Performance – Sport Psychology Workbook series. Outside of work, he enjoys life with his amazing wife and two awesome daughters and playing competitive pickleball.
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Education:
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Postdoctoral Fellowship, University of Oklahoma Athletics
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Pre-doctoral Internship, Ball State University Counseling
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Psy.D. Wright State University
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M.B.S. Southeastern Oklahoma State University
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B.A. Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Tess Palmateer, Ph.D., CMPC
Treasurer
Dr. Tess Palmateer (she/her) is the Mental Health Coordinator for the New York Mets. She is a licensed psychologist and a Certified Mental Performance Consultant. Tess is a retired college indoor volleyball player turned recreational beach volleyball player and golfer.
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Education:
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Pre-doctoral Internship, Oklahoma Sport Psychology Consortium
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Ph.D. Counseling Psychology, University of North Texas
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M.S. Counseling Psychology, University of North Texas
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M.Sc. Exercise Science, University of Toronto
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B.A. Psychology, Brock University

Tess Kilwein, Ph.D., ABPP, CMPC
Technology Chair
Dr. Kilwein (she/they) is a board-certified clinical and sport psychologist and Certified Mental Performance Consultant®. They own and operate Unapologetic Psychology PLLC, a mental health and performance practice specializing in identity-affirming and trauma-informed care for athletes, performers, and professionals. Dr. Kilwein previously served as a Sport Psychologist for Vanderbilt Athletics and spends their leisure time traveling and playing competitive pickleball.
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Education:
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Postdoctoral Fellowship, Colorado State University Health Network
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Pre-doctoral Internship, Denver Health Medical Center
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Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, University of Wyoming
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M.A. Psychology, University of North Dakota
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B.S. Psychology, North Dakota State University

Erin Haugen, Ph.D., CMPC
Education Chair
Dr. Erin Haugen (she/her) is the Director of Mental Health and Performance Psychology at the University of North Dakota Athletic and Sports Medicine Departments and also works at Assessment and Therapy Associates of Grand Forks. She is Founder & CEO of Haugen Performance Consulting and is a PSYPACT provider. Erin has an awesome husband who is also a psychologist and specializes in couples and relationship therapy She is a proud dog mom to 3 herding rescue dogs: Fromm, Eddie, and Bella.
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Education:
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Postdoctoral Fellowship, University of California, Davis Medical Center
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Pre-doctoral Internship, River Valley Services/Connecticut Valley Hospital
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Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, University of North Dakota
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M.A. Psychology, University of North Dakota
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B.A. Psychology, University of North Dakota

Kelsey Dawson, Psy.D.
Conference Chair
Dr. Kelsey Dawson is the owner of Dawson Counseling & Performance and is a registered PsyPact provider. In addition to sport psychology, Kelsey specializes in working with individuals with eating disorders, trauma, and is trained in EMDR. Kelsey has an amazing family and enjoys baking in her free time.
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Education:
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Pre-doctoral Internship, University of Oklahoma
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Psy.D. Clinical Psychology, Wright State University School of Professional Psychology
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B.S. Psychology, Ohio State University

Joanna Foss, Ph.D., CMPC
Early Career Representative
Dr. Joanna Foss (she/her) is the Assistant Director of Mental Health and Performance for Duke Unviersity Athletics. Joanna is a licensed psychologist in North Carolina, a PSYPACT registered provider, and a Certified Mental Performance Consultant®. Outside of work, Joanna enjoys traveling, reading, and playing volleyball.
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Education:
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Postdoctoral Fellowship, University of Notre Dame
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Pre-doctoral Internship, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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Ph.D. Counseling Psychology, University of Missouri
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M.A. University of Denver
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B.A. Marist College


PREVIOUS ADVISORY BOARDS
2022-2025 Chair: Chris Bader, Ph.D., CMPC Vice Chair: Jamey Houle, Ph.D., ABPP Treasurer: Tess Palmateer, Ph.D., CMPC Membership Chair: Michelle Joshua, Ph.D., CMPC Technology Chair: Josie Nicholson, Ph.D., CMPC Organizational Liaison & Communications Chair: Marcia Edwards, Psy.D. Education Chair: Erin Haugen, Ph.D., CMPC Research & Information Chair: Tom Golightly, Ph.D. Conference Chair: Kelsey Dawson, Psy.D. Fellows Representative: Doug Hankes, Ph.D.
2019-2022 Chair: Chris Bader, Ph.D., CMPC Vice Chair: Kelli Moran-Miller, Ph.D., CMPC Treasurer: Mac Brown, Psy.D., CMPC Membership Chair: Jeni Shannon, Ph.D., CMPC Technology Chair: Brendan Carr, Ph.D. Organizational Liaison & Communications Chair: Jamey Houle, Ph.D., CMPC, ABPP Education Chair: Kelsey Dawson, Psy.D. Research & Information Chair: Tom Golightly, Ph.D. Conference Chair: Josie Nicholson, Ph.D., CMPC Fellows Representative: Gary Bennett, Ph.D. Early Career Representative: Tess Palmateer, Ph.D., CMPC
2015-2019 Chair: Josie Nicholson, Ph.D., CMPC Vice Chair: Chris Bader, Ph.D., CMPC Treasurer: Kelli Moran-Miller, Ph.D., CMPC Membership Chair: Vickie Woosley, Psy.D. Technology Chair: Kelli Moran Miller, Ph.D., CMPC Organizational Liaison: Sheriece Sadberry, Ph.D., CMPC Communications Chair: Jeni Shannon, Ph.D., CMPC Education Chair: Sherice Sadberry, Ph.D., CMPC Research & Information Chair: Arial Treankler, Ph.D.