Advisory Board

Loretta M. Acquaah, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker with over 10 years of clinical, community organizing/social planning, policy, group work, and supervising experience in New York and New Jersey. As a clinician, she believes that every facet of one’s personhood matters. Loretta works from a strengths-based, human-centered approach that is rooted in a culturally responsive, restorative justice, and trauma-informed lens to support all identities, particularly individuals and communities with marginalized voices and intersecting identities. With compassion, openness, and gratitude, she supports others in exploring all facets of their identity while processing the challenges that affect one’s sense of self and state of being and works with clients and communities to develop tools to respond to life experiences in an equitable, inclusive, safe, and sustainable way.

Linda Altenburger, MS, RD, CDN, is a Registered, Certified Dietitian Nutritionist. She earned her Masters of Science in Clinical Nutrition from the New York Institute of Technology and her Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from Oneonta State. She has extensive experience in hospital nutrition management, serving as Clinical Nutrition Manager at John T. Mather Memorial Hospital for 28 years, where she successfully led a variety of innovative quality- and customer-focused ventures. Working closely with the Medical Board, she spearheaded the first Interdisciplinary Nutrition Care Committee to implement protocols ensuring the highest level of patient care. Since 2016, Linda has served as the Lead Nutritionist for Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) SNAP-ED program serving low-income communities in need, and in 2023, she also became Program Manager for the Diabetes and Human Development departments at CCE. Linda has been a registered member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics for nearly 40 years and has served on the BOD as Corresponding Secretary for the Long Island Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics. Linda earned her Health Coach certification from the Dr. Sears Wellness Institute recognized by the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics and has certifications in Culinary Nutrition, Smoking Cessation and Mental Health First Aid. Linda has a genuine passion for wellness in the workplace, and has been providing workshops, lunch-and-learn programs, cooking demonstrations and nutrition counseling for businesses and individuals for the past 15 years.

Danny Barringer, DAT, LAT, ATC has been a practicing clinician for over ten years with experience in a wide range of settings, including public service, secondary school, private practice, and collegiate rec sports. Danny earned his Doctorate in Athletic Training degree in 2020 after earning his Bachelor's degree in kinesiology from The University of Texas-Austin and his Master's Degree in Sport Psychology from California University of Pennsylvania (now PennWest California). He served as a subject matter expert on the Community Outreach Committee for the Council on Practice Advancement for the National Athletic Trainers Association, assisting in the creation of documents and templates for athletic trainers who work in applicable settings. He is a lifelong learner who is passionate about the profession of athletic training.

Arianna Barry, Psy.D. has been a licensed clinical psychologist in the federal prison system for 18 years and has treated a wide range of mental illnesses and personality disorders using mostly CBT and DBT approaches. She has been a Drug Abuse Program Coordinator for the past 14 years and also leads the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Program. In her career, she has conducted countless suicide risk assessments, made independent decisions regarding suicide watch placement and removal, used various clinical interventions to reduce future suicide risk, and has provided training to staff on suicide prevention and other topics. 

Angela is the owner and registered dietitian of Eat Well, LLC, a virtual practice providing nutrition counseling in 11 states. She helps clients manage their inflammation through diet and guides them toward improving their relationship with food. Angela also serves as an adjunct faculty member of the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, teaching Nutrition for Clinical Practice to nursing students. Angela has experience as a clinical dietitian at Forbes Regional Hospital near Pittsburgh, PA. She covered all inpatient units, cardiac rehab, as well as outpatient services. Prior to this, Angela was a Senior Lifestyle Health Coach at UPMC Health Plan. She provided telehealth and virtual health coaching in the areas of nutrition, weight management, tobacco cessation, stress management and physical activity. Angela holds a Bachelor and Master of Science from the University of Pittsburgh in Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services. She is also a National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) with the National Board of Health and Wellness Coaches. She has completed the Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management from the Commission on Dietetic Registration.

Laura da Silva, LCMHC, RPT-S, has been a mental health clinician since 2006 and is a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor. She has served on the board of the Utah Chapter of the Association of Play Therapy for over ten years. Her passion is helping children learn to control their emotions and process through difficult experiences, and she also loves teaching budding Play Therapists in this amazing field! Laura has been a presenter in the states of Utah, New Mexico, and Idaho, as well as been a guest speaker at university classes. She is an author of several publications, including self-help books for children titled When I feel Sad, When I Feel Mad, and When I Feel Scared.

Megan Elmore is a certified and licensed athletic trainer. She started her career at Hutto High School as the assistant athletic trainer, where she was named the Athletic Department Employee of the Year for 2020-2021. Currently, she is the head athletic trainer for Brenham Independent School District, where she works collaboratively with three other staff athletic trainers. She has been a member of the National Athletic Trainers Association and the Southwest Athletic Trainers Association since 2016. Megan also serves on the SWATA Secondary School committee. She received her Bachelor of Science in kinesiology from Texas Tech University and her Masters of Science in athletic training from Texas A&M University. At Texas A&M university, she focused her research on the development of a seated balance test for equestrian athletes for baseline concussion testing.

Alicia Fisher is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a background in family systems theory. Alicia has experience providing direct therapy services to individuals, families, couples, and children in clinic and school-based settings. Alicia has guest lectured on the topic of therapy with African-Americans. Her work with disadvantaged youth includes creating support groups for families in transition, anger management support groups for teens, teen grief and loss support groups, and family support groups to improve relationships between parents and teens. Alicia has a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy. She is certified in the Prepare/Enrich Couples Inventory, has advanced training in Mindfulness, and is a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. Alicia works as an Advisory Board Consultant for PESI.

   Lambers Fisher, MS, LMFT, MDiv, is a marriage and family therapist who has counseled individuals, couples, and families from a variety of cultural backgrounds, in private practice, non-profit organizations, as well as ministry environments. He has a strong desire to help counseling professionals in various fields feel more comfortable, competent and confident in their ability to meet the needs of whomever they have the opportunity to serve. Lambers' training experience includes facilitating workshops, guest lecturing, as well as being an adjunct instructor at Crown College on various aspects of diversity in counseling.

  Lambers is the author of the award-winning book, Diversity in Clinical Practice: A Practical & Shame-Free Guide to Reducing Cultural Offenses & Repairing Cross-Cultural Relationships.

   Currently, Lambers is a therapist in private practice where he effectively balances personal and professional experiences to provide unique and practical perspectives on a variety of culturally-sensitive topics. Lambers supervises aspiring therapists as aboard-approved supervisor for the Minnesota Board of Marriage & Family Therapists as well as the Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health.  He obtained a Master of Science in Marriage & Family Therapy as well as a Master of Divinity from Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, CA.

Howard Gershenfeld, M.D., Ph.D. is a Stanford-trained, Board-Certified Adult Psychiatrist with over 25 years of experience, now in Private Practice. He was a faculty member and clinician-scientist at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School for 13 years, where he conducted basic molecular genetics and clinical research, treated clients, supervised residents and students, and taught. He has experience working in an underserved community mental health clinic. For over ten years, he worked overseas as a Regional Psychiatrist in the US Department of State. Dr. Gershenfeld was posted in Ghana, India, Greece, and Austria and covered a surrounding region of countries. During this decade, he responded to and treated a full spectrum of issues, working with disasters/emergencies (terrorist incidents, civil wars, frozen conflicts, infectious disease epidemics, financial crises, coups, earthquakes, violent protests, etc.), sudden unexpected deaths, workplace morale issues, transition stress, interpersonal conflicts, anger issues, marital issues, insomnia, demoralizations, parenting issues, student anxiety, anxiety disorders, depression, vocational choices, leadership/management concerns (Executive Coaching), PTSD, and substance misuse. He brings these years of academic and clinical experience to reviewing PESI CME programs. His taste emphasizes high-yield programs with evidence-based content and clinical utility. Dr. Gershenfeld’s goal is to help provide clinical audiences with an enriching experience that enhances skills, knowledge, and competencies for the benefit your clients. For more information, please see:

Christine Hubbard, MSW, LCSW, LCADC is a licensed clinical social worker, licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor, and co-owner of the private practice Logical Relations Therapy in NJ. She specializes in the treatment of co-occurring disorders and has worked as the clinical director of an outpatient substance use disorder agency. Over the course of her career, she has developed and implemented new service programs, developed policy and procedure manuals, and consulted on substance use treatment curriculum development. She is an Adjunct Professor at Montclair State University in the Department of Social Work and Child Advocacy, where she teaches at the undergraduate and masters levels.

Stacy Hubbard, LMFT is a licensed marriage and family therapist. She has worked in the field of counseling for the past 25 years as a case worker, recreation therapist, and rock climbing and adventure guide. She has been certified in the Gottman Method for ten years and has been a Master Trainer with the Gottman Institute since 2016. This is a mark of distinction as there are only approximately 30 master trainers in the world. Stacy frequently writes for the Gottman blog, and she is on the list of Gottman speakers and experts for press inquiries and requests. Stacy now teaches and provides consultation for therapists seeking to become Gottman certified. In her therapy practice, Stacy helps couples who are recovering from affairs and dealing with addiction and trauma. She also conducts intensive marathon therapy with couples who are in high levels of distress. She has a home on 10 acres in a small town in Oregon, where she lives with her husband and 4 dogs. She loves hiking, kayaking, going to see live music and traveling.

Dr. Amy Marschall is a licensed clinical psychologist in South Dakota, North Dakota, Montana, Florida, New York, and Wisconsin. She is certified in telemental health and TF-CBT. She has taught continuing education on telemental health, trauma-informed care, and neurodivergence. Her clinical practice focuses on child and adolescent psychotherapy, ADHD, autism, and psychological assessments. Dr. Marschall is the author of several books, including I Don't Want To Be Bad: A CBT Workbook for Kids, Parents, and the Professionals Who Help Them, Telemental Health with Kids Toolbox Volume I and Volume II, Clinical Documentation with Children and Adolescents: Treatment, Risks, and Ethics, and others. She is the founder of Resiliency Mental Health, a platform to provide resources and education about mental health to professionals and the public.

Dr. Adriana Martí is a Health Psychologist and was born and raised in Havana, Cuba. From an early age, Dr. Martí experienced the challenges of poverty and lack of freedom of speech. That's when she realized that she wanted to use her voice and skills to make a profound impact in the world. Dr. Martí left Cuba at the age of 12 and embarked on her journey to make a difference by choosing a career in the healthcare field. Coming from a family of physicians, Dr. Martí learned the importance of addressing physical components to heal the body. She also noticed the weaknesses of the biomedical approaches and recognized the need of integrative models to help individuals shift from disease into ease. Dr. Martí has used her bilingual and bicultural assets to positively influence various medical settings, program development, management, underserved populations, and has mentored a myriad of students and medical personnel on the value of mind body approaches. Dr. Martí is very passionate about making a difference in the community and spends her free time learning about the latest advances in the field of chronic pain and contributing to research.

Colleen Morgan PT, MSPT, CSCS is a Board Certified, Licensed Physical Therapist in the State of California and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. After 10 years in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy, she started her own business providing injury prevention and performance enhancement training programs to youth female athletes. Now a mother of small children, she works part-time as a PESI program reviewer and materials developer, a managing editor of a magazine, and a Latin dance instructor.

Dr. Elicia Nademin, PhD, ABPP is a board-certified psychologist in behavioral and cognitive psychology. She works as a telehealth psychologist for the Veterans Health Administration, volunteers as Early Career Psychologist Arizona Ambassador to the American Board of Professional Psychology, and extends teaching and speaking engagements in the community. Dr. Nademin authored the book Don't Be A Stranger on creating more memorable impressions and connections in everyday life and has served as a business owner in the anti-aging industry to support diversification, fun, self-care, and charity. 

Dr. Danny D. Porcelli attended Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, Texas, where he obtained a Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine and a B.S. in Health and Wellness. Prior to attending Parker, he received a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Central Florida, Orlando.

Dr. Terra Rea graduated from the University of Denver in 2008, following a Medical Psychology internship at the Phoenix VAMC. She completed a psychosocial oncology post-doctoral fellowship at Rocky Mountain Cancer Center in 2009 and has completed several project management training programs, including a Six Sigma Green Belt certification. Throughout her training and employment, Dr. Rea has practiced extensively in integrated Behavioral Health/medical settings, specialty medical settings, private practice, and in supervisory, teaching, and consultative roles. Dr. Rea currently works in quality improvement in the King County Behavioral Health and Recovery Division in Seattle, Washington. She assists agencies in improving the efficiency and quality of their Behavioral Health services, including both inpatient and outpatient care, SUD treatment, and community-based services. Dr. Rea believes that while person-centered evidence-based practices and multidisciplinary integrated care are crucial in treating Behavioral Health conditions, it is only through systemic change that people can receive the maximum benefits of psychological care. She enjoys her role as a PESI Advisor because it allows her to stay aware of the continual changes in the field and informs her work in both the clinical and policy realms.

Jane Sizemore, MS, OTR/L obtained her Masters in Occupational Therapy from East Carolina University. She has practiced occupational therapy in various settings including acute care, rehabilitation hospitals and outpatient settings with a focus on neurological conditions and hand therapy. Throughout her career, she led numerous patient care initiatives including early progressive mobility in the intensive care unit. As Education Chair, Jane developed and implemented annual competencies and patient education materials. In addition to direct patient care, she provides aging in place assessments for those in her community. Jane is a lifelong learner and has earned additional certifications including an Executive Certificate in Home Modification from University of Southern California, Fall Prevention Specialist, and Certified Environmental Access Consultant. Jane has also completed Low Vision Badges I and II and a Home Modifications Badge from the American Occupational Therapy Association.

Amanda Sylvie, MPH, RD, LD is a registered dietitian with over 25 years of experience in clinical dietetics, public health, higher education, and private practice. She received her BS in Nutrition and Food Science from Auburn University and an MPH in Nutrition from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Amanda has a passion for strategically utilizing foods and nutrients in disease prevention and improvement of health outcomes.

Mike Studer, PT, DPT, MHS, NCS, CEEAA, CWT, CSST, FAPTA, practices at and founded Northwest Rehabilitation Associates in Oregon. He has served as the vice-president of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy of the APTA and has been the chair and vice-chair of several special interest groups at both state and national levels. Dr. Studer has presented courses and published articles on topics of neurology, geriatrics, stroke, cognition, PD and preventative care. Mike is a regular guest lecturer on a national and international basis at several universities and national meetings on topics of dual task rehabilitation, concussion, stroke, Parkinson’s Disease, balance, motor control, motor learning in rehabilitation and sport performance, cognitive impairment, and case management. He was awarded the 2011 Clinician of the Year by the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy and again in 2014 by the Academy of Geriatric PT. In 2021, Mike received the Mercedes Weiss Service award from APTA Oregon. Mike achieved fellowship status through the Mercedes Weiss Service award from APTA Oregon. Mike achieved fellowship status through the APTA in 2020 for achievements in clinical practice, research, education and leadership.

Susan Zoline, Ph.D. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has been involved in practicing, teaching, and consulting in the Chicago area for over forty years. Dr. Zoline is a Professor of Psychology in the Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) program at Adler University and was previously a Professor of Psychology and University Fellow at the Illinois School of Professional Psychology (ISPP) at Argosy University, Chicago, where she taught clinical masters and doctoral students for over thirty years. Dr. Zoline’s areas of professional expertise include professional ethics, suicide, violence and abuse assessment and intervention, clinical supervision and risk management. 

Gabriel Casanova is the program manager at U18 Sports Medicine of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, where he is responsible for the coverage of the sports medicine outreach program that covers Broward and Palm Beach County Public Schools. Casanova joined the JDCH in 2018 after working with FIU as the Director of Sports Medicine. Prior working at FIU, he was part of the Major League Baseball's Florida Marlins Organization. With over 23 years of experience working from the high school to the professional levels, Casanova was fortunate enough to gain valuable experience working in the outpatient Physical Therapy department and Sports Medicine Out-Reach program at Baptist hospital as well as at various high schools such as Monsignor Pace, Southridge Senior High, and Gulliver Preparatory. While with the Florida Marlins, he assisted the medical coordinator with rehabilitation of both minor and major league baseball players within the Marlins organization. In addition, Casanova was responsible for the medical coverage of the Gulf Coast League Marlins as well as assisting the head athletic trainer of the Florida State League. In his 15 years at FIU, Casanova's main responsibilities included, but were not limited to, being the Director of Sports Medicine, Head Athletic Trainer for baseball, as well as an assistant with the football team managing the care of all medical emergencies. Casanova helped facilitate all rehabilitation protocols in house in FIU's state-of-the-art training facility for the student-athletes. Casanova has a Doctorate of Athletic Training, a master's of science in physical education, and a bachelor's of science in exercise and sports science from FIU. He is a certified intravenous line administrator, certified kenisio-tape practitioner, and CPR instructor as well as a member of the National Athletic Trainer's Association (NATA). He currently resides in Miramar with his wife, Lisa and their two kids, Madison and Matthew.

Peggy is the founder of Massage Publications/The Abundant Bodyworker. Peggy is a leader in her field, and she’s created multiple curricula for both on-line and live workshops. She is the author of the best-selling books and training videos Stretch Your Clients, Releasing the Rotator Cuff, Releasing the Iliopsoas and the Quadratus Lumborum and Stabilizing the Core and SI Joint. In addition to her extensive training in massage therapy, Peggy holds a master’s degree in Dance from American University in Washington, D.C. She has volunteered for over 10 years with “Truth be Told,” teaching creative movement and writing to incarcerated women. Peggy believes in empowering bodyworkers so abundance and prosperity flows into their lives, which she does through her continuing education courses, books, videos and her coaching practice. Peggy brings her eclectic and extensive background into her teaching for an interesting, enjoyable and enlightening learning experience. When she’s not working, Peggy can be found dancing, swimming in Austin’s Barton Springs, hiking or even dog sledding.

Andrea M. Constandis PT, DPT, MHA, is a licensed physical therapist who has practiced in a variety of settings, including acute care, transitional care, and outpatient orthopedics. In the acute care setting, she has extensive knowledge in cardiovascular, pulmonary disorders, and burns. She began teaching in higher education in 2014 and currently is the director of clinical education at a PTA program in Florida. She is also a current item writer for the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy and has been inducted into the Academy of Advanced Item Writers. Andrea is currently pursuing her EdD at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and Sports Studies from Rutgers University and her doctorate in physical therapy from Seton Hall University. In addition, she has also earned a master’s degree in health administration from Seton Hall University.

Dr. Akemi Brewer, Psy.D. is a licensed psychologist at Child Focus, a community mental health agency in Cincinnati, OH. She has been licensed since 2014 and provides individual and family therapy, psychological evaluations, crisis intervention, and triage for psychological evaluations, in addition to supervising graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. Dr. Brewer was promoted as the Coordinator of Diagnostics at Child Focus, and she currently serves various populations for therapy and psychological evaluations, ranging from children to adults with different SES and diagnoses, including ADHD, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Autism, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, parenting, adjustment, stress management, bipolar disorder, and others. While Dr. Brewer uses integrated treatments to fit each client, her theoretical orientation represents the importance of attachment, meaning-based communication process, and cognitive-behavioral therapy, as well as DBT, ACT, and Mindfulness. Dr. Brewer completed her graduate training in clinical psychology in the field of health psychology at Spalding University, in Louisville, KY. Her internship training was at the University of Louisville, School of Medicine: Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences in Louisville, KY. The training included provision of individual/family therapy and group therapy to children, adolescents, and their families. The internship consisted of rotations including inpatient pediatric consultation-liaison services, psychiatric day treatment services, inpatient child and adolescent psychiatry and outpatient clinic services, and emergency room assessment as well as psychological testing. Dr. Brewer was originally born and raised in Japan and moved to the US to become a psychologist. She is fluent in Japanese and English and has been helping many people in the community over the past 15 years.

Shaun Ali, MSW, RSW, is a registered social worker with over 16 years of experience working with military personnel at the Department of National Defence. He also works in private practice, supporting individuals and couples navigating life challenges. He earned Bachelor and Master of Social Work degrees from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec. He then earned a post-graduate advanced assessment and diagnosis certificate from New York University. Shaun is the recipient of the Hazeldine Smith Bishop Fellowship, the Lauréat de la Bourse La Personnelle from the Quebec Ordre of Social Workers, the Sadie Aronoff Leadership Award, the Golden Key International Honour Society, and the Certificate of Merit for Excellence in Interprofessional Education at the Centre for Interprofessional Education at the University of Toronto.

Shaun has been a facilitator for the last nine years at the Centre for Advancing Collaborative Healthcare and Education at the University of Toronto, facilitating interdisciplinary discussion and knowledge amongst various faculties of undergraduate healthcare students. Shaun has co-authored articles in the American Journal of Psychiatry, the Journal of Military, Veteran, and Family Health, and the Journal of Community Organising. He is also proud to be part of the multidisciplinary professional team to receive a research grant from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research to study the therapeutic efficacy and safety of psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy, the first one of only three to be granted in Canada.

Jordana M. Ballinger, M.S., CAADC, ICAADC, C-DBT, is an accomplished private practice clinician with an impressive decade-long track record of delivering highly specialized clinical counseling services, primarily specializing in addiction treatment. Her extensive experience has allowed her to hone her expertise in providing guidance and support to individuals seeking transformative change in their lives. Jordana develops and curates didactic materials tailored to the Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) levels of care, ensuring that clients receive the most comprehensive and effective treatment possible. Jordana extends her compassionate and holistic approach to a diverse clientele within her private practice. Whether individuals are embarking on a journey of personal growth, overcoming obstacles, or striving to live their best lives, she is committed to providing them with the guidance, insight, and support they need to thrive. Beyond her clinical work, Jordana also serves as a consultant to businesses seeking to enhance their operations, drawing from her wealth of knowledge and experience in the field. Her consultancy services are sought-after for their depth and practicality and have contributed to the success of numerous enterprises.

Ansley Gasque-Carter, LISW-CP, CS, LAC, AADC is a Licensed Independent Social Worker and Clinical Supervisor. She started her career as a substance abuse counselor and continues to qualify as a Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC) and Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (AADC) to contribute to the field. She has provided training and supervision on many different levels since 2016. Ansley has created curriculums and programs to increase positive patient outcomes with evidence-based foundations in both substance misuse programs for adolescents and adults. Most recently Ansley has assisted with the implementation of a new mental health treatment program for early onset psychosis. Ansley currently provides therapy in a community mental health center with a main focus on patients with PTSD, early onset psychosis and disorders with psychosis, co-occurring disorders, and providing clinical supervision to LMSWs and other staff.

Chris Aiken, MD, is a psychiatrist and psychotherapist whose work focuses on natural and lifestyle approaches to mood disorders. He is the director of the Mood Treatment Center, Editor-in-Chief of The Carlat Psychiatry Report, the bipolar Section Editor for Psychiatric Times, and an instructor at the Wake Forest University School of Medicine. He hosts the weekly Carlat Psychiatry Podcast with Kellie Newsome, PMH-NP.

Dr. Aiken’s interest in mood disorders came from experience with close friends who suffered from depression. He began his career as a research assistant at the National Institute of Mental Health and went on to complete medical school at Yale and residency at Cornell and Duke Medical Centers. He remains active in research, and his work has appeared in peer-reviewed journals and books. He lives in North Carolina with his wife Lisa and twin children, David and Eleanor.

Dr. Ali Arena is passionate about social cognition, language processing, executive functioning, and creating meaningful friendships & relationships. This is why she refers to herself as an interpersonal detective who searches for patterns to increase connection either in romantic relationships, friendships, or parent-child dynamics. She is both a Speech-Language Pathologist & Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She holds a doctorate in educational leadership and is becoming a licensed educational psychologist. She uses a Neurodiversity-Affirming and Tramaua-Informed lens while working with all clients. Her doctorate focus was unique, to say the least as it addressed the dating intricacies of Autistics which led her to develop her private practice for anyone who wants help socially navigating in their workplace or relationships. Lastly, she truly feels social support is a biological necessity and wants to help all neurodivergent individuals to reach holistic communication.

Mitch Hauschildt serves as the prevention, rehab, and physical performance coordinator at Missouri State University, making him the leading expert on staff in the areas of injury prevention and rehabilitation. At MSU, he utilizes his knowledge of performance enhancement and sports medicine to coordinate the rehab and injury prevention programs for all 17 varsity sports. In his 16th year at MSU, he has also served as the athletic trainer for baseball, track and cross country, as well as strength and conditioning coach for men’s basketball and volleyball.

Mitch is the founder and president of Maximum Training Solutions, LLC, a full-service sports medicine consultancy that he created to help coaches, trainers, therapists, and other health professionals and athletes to reach their full potential in their athletic-related endeavors.

Over the years, Mitch has consulted with a variety of clients including universities, private physical therapy clinics, large market health systems, personal training studios, and high schools. Mitch has personally worked with thousands of athletes throughout his career. His clients have won world series rings, played in the NFL, NBA and MLS, and competed in the Olympics, but most importantly, they have achieved great personal success in local competitive events and leagues. Mitch is a noted speaker on both a regional and national level and has been published multiple times in professional journals and coaching websites.

Dr. Boardman is a licensed psychologist with over 25 years of professional experience. Most recently, Dr. Boardman served as a member of the Mental Health/Suicide Prevention Team for the United States Department of Justice/Federal Bureau of Prisons. She also conducted national training for psychologists on the use of evidence-based assessment tools and interventions for suicidal and mentally ill offenders. Dr. Boardman served as a consultant to agency administrators on the treatment and management of high-risk, complex, and difficult cases. Before joining the Federal Bureau of Prisons Central Office, Dr. Boardman served as the Chief Psychologist at the Federal Detention Center in Philadelphia for 16 years. Dr. Boardman coordinated the facility’s Prison Rape Elimination Act protocols, participated in the accreditation process with the American Correctional Association, and served as the leader of the facility’s Employee Assistance Program and Crisis Support Team. In her role as a member of the agency’s regional Crisis Support Team, Dr. Boardman assisted agency staff and their families in Manhattan in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. She completed her pre-doctoral internship at Norristown State Hospital, her primary rotation being on the maximum security forensic unit. She earned her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Kent State University in 1995.

After her retirement from the Bureau of Prisons in 2018, Dr. Boardman served an adjunct faculty member at both Cabrini University and Delaware Valley University, teaching courses in their Departments of Sociology & Criminology and Criminal Justice, respectively. She also volunteered on her county’s Suicide Prevention Taskforce and trained members of the community in QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) techniques. Dr. Boardman is an avid knitter and enjoys hiking, cooking and baking, and spending time with her husband, college-age children, and 14-year-old miniature goldendoodle Rosie.

Dr. AnDré Blanks, DCN, MS, MBA, RDN, LD, CD, is a doctor of clinical nutrition (DCN) with an advanced clinical practice professional degree in the field of nutrition. He currently serves as the director of clinical nutrition services and the director of food services for a hospital facility in the pacific northwest. He also serves as an adjunct assistant professor of nutrition at the University of Maryland Global Campus. He earned his DCN from Rutgers University School of Health Professions and completed his clinical nutrition residency in the area of clinical nutrition gastroenterology. He has had an array of professional related experiences within the field of nutrition and dietetics in the areas of clinical nutrition, food service management, and community nutrition. Through his demonstrated expert knowledge and clinical practice experience, he supports and advocates for quality evidenced-based practices in providing patient care.