Kelly Ré is a third year PsyD. student studying Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Military and Veteran Psychology at William James College. Kelly graduated with her B.A in Child Development from California State University, Chico in 2017, and her MA in Counseling from Palo Alto University in 2021. Kelly is a Navy HPSP recipient and had a passion for working with service members and veterans. Between schoolwork, Kelly can be found spending time with her German Shepherd, volunteering at her local USO, and spending time outdoors.

Nicholas Swansburg is currently a third-year PsyD student studying Clinical Psychology with an interest in Military, Operational, Neuro, Health, Performance, and Rehabilitation Psychology at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale/Davie, FL. He received his undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Central Florida. He received his master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Nova Southeastern University. His research and clinical interests are PTSD, TBIs, Concussions, performance, neuropsychological assessments, and finding new types of treatment to be utilized within the military like Equine-Assisted Therapy. He is an Army Veteran who served as an Infantryman with the 3rd Infantry Division, 4th Brigade, 3rd Battalion 15th Infantry Regiment as a rifleman. After getting out of the Army, he worked as a law enforcement officer in the State of Florida before going back to school. He is a recipient of the Army Health Profession Scholarship Program and will serve in the Army as a Clinical Psychologist once he graduates. In his free time, he enjoys playing with his puppy, cooking, going on adventures, exploring new places, and so much more.

Eric Wesner is a second-year graduate student in Florida State University’s Clinical Psychology Ph.D. program. His research interests revolve around identifying and treating transdiagnostic risk and maintenance factors for internalizing psychopathology. He is particularly interested in modifying risk factors for PTSD prior to deployments. Prior to joining FSU, Eric earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Towson University and a Master of Professional Studies in Clinical Psychological Science from the University of Maryland. Eric is also an Air Force veteran who served six years as Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) in the 14th Air Support Operations Squadron and deployed twice to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. In his free time, Eric enjoys kayaking, playing frisbee golf, and hiking with his wife and dog.

Caroline is a second year Ph.D. student in Fielding Graduate University’s Clinical Psychology Ph.D. program. She earned her undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of Virginia in 2019. Caroline is passionate about working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illnesses in the criminal justice system, especially military members with untreated mental health concerns in the criminal justice system. In her free time, Caroline enjoys reading, running, and spending time with her husband and dog.

Sam Findley is a fith-year Ph.D. student studying Counseling Psychology at the University of Utah. His research interests are in impact of military culture in the lives of current and former service members and suicide prevention interventions. Sam’s clinical interests include treatment for trauma, and developing mental health treatment that can be implemented into military training. Sam was part of the Army National Guard for 11 years, both enlisted and officer. During his time in the ARNG he served a combat tour to Iraq, as well as supporting various domestic joint operation missions. Sam is an HPSP recipient with the US Air Force and will be stationed at JBSA Lackland for his psychology internship before continuing his military career as a psychologist for the Air Force. Outside of the military and his role with the SAC committee, Sam enjoys spending time with his family by playing board games, going on hikes, or going to national parks. He and his wife also enjoy cycling, running, and competing in various endurance events near the area together.

Elizabeth Finer, MA is currently a third-year PhD student in Clinical Psychology at Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY. She works under the supervision of Mitchell Schare, PhD, ABPP, where she is currently studying to specialize in the treatment of Anxiety Disorders, Specific Phobias, and Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorders. She has received the Health Professions Scholarship Program through the VA and has also taken part of the Society Leadership Program of Division 19. Previously, she worked in the Boston VA Healthcare System, where she studied behavioral interventions for self-management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Clinically, she is interested in working with diverse and marginalized populations who have experienced traumatic events, particularly with veterans. Her research also focuses on treatment-related barriers and integration of multimodal interventions for trauma, particularly among veterans.

Victoria is currently a third-year student at Uniformed Services University for the Health Sciences (USUHS) working toward a PhD in Clinical Psychology. She earned her Bachelors degree in Psychology and Mathematics at Salisbury University and Masters in Clinical Psychology from Towson University. Her current research is focused on comparing military and civilian offender personality profiles across Competency to Stand Trial and Criminal Responsibility evaluations; as well as conducting a program impact evaluation of USUHS’s resiliency curriculum in Army medical students. She will pursue a career as an Air Force psychologist and is interested in exploring embedded and forensic roles in the military context. She enjoys cooking, piano and playing video games with her husband.