Board of Directors

The Board of Directors is the governing body for the Division and is elected by the membership. The Board meets monthly to determine the activities of the Division.

Current Leadership


  • President: Jessica Valenzuela, PhD, ABPP
  • Past President: Cynthia Gerhardt, PhD
  • President Elect: Lori E. Crosby, PsyD
  • Secretary: Tammi Young-Saleme, PhD
  • Treasurer: Gayle Chesley, PhD

Mission and Vision Statements


Mission statement: To actively promote the health and psychological well-being of all children, youth and families.

Vision statement: Healthier children, youth, and families.

Strategic Plan


The SPP Board has devised a strategic plan to guide the society's goals and priorities for the future.

Committees


Descriptions of SPP's standing committees can be found in SPP's bylaws.

Mentorship Program


The Mentorship Program provides professional development to students and colleagues at all stages of their careers.

Student Advisory Board


The Student Advisory Board works with the Student Representative to promote student interests in Division programming, structure, and training, and to encourage other students to get involved.