Board & Staff

KPA Board


Our Board of Directors is elected by the KPA Membership. KPA Board Members have a unique opportunity to guide the future of psychology in Kentucky and to develop collegial relationships with psychologists across the state. All voting members in good standing are encouraged to run. Click here for a general description of Board duties. Specific descriptions can be found in the links on the Board positions below.

Officers

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President
Federico Aldarondo, PhD
(Term Expires: 12/31/2027)


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President-Elect
Collin Davidson, PhD
(Term Expires: 12/31/2028)

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Past President
Kari Jones, PsyD
(Term Expires: 12/31/2026)

Representatives

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Appalachian Region

Allison Simpson, PsyD
(Term Expires: 12/31/2027)

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Bluegrass Region

Megan Marks, PhD

(Term Expires: 12/31/2026)

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Ohio River Region

Holly Brown, PhD

(Term Expires: 12/31/2027)

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Western-Central Region 
Rick Grieve, PhD
(Term Expires: 12/31/2027)

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Academic
LeAnne Epling, PhD
(Term Expires: 12/31/2027)

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Masters
Mareen Dennis, MS, LPP
(Term Expires: 12/31/2027)

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APA Council
David Pascale-Hague, PhD
(Term Expires: 12/31/2028)

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At-Large Representative

Anyah Hoang-Ansert, PhD

(Term expires: 12/31/2027)

KPA Staff


The KPA Central Office is closed for in-person visits on Wednesdays as our staff will be working remotely. You can still reach us via email or phone. Staff will be in-person at the Central Office location on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.

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Eric Russ, PhD

Executive Director & Legislative Agent

Contact Dr. Russ for KPA board member and committee chair support, info about KPA leadership development and deepening your involvement in KPA or KPF, strategic planning, staffing, organizational policy, opportunities for community partnerships, or other issues not listed above. 

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Megan Paxton, PhD

Director of Professional Affairs

Dr. Paxton is available to consult with KPA members concerning best clinical practices and practice-related problems. The DPA serves as KPA liaison to the Kentucky Board of Examiners of Psychology (KBEP), and APA's Legal & Regulatory Affairs Department. DPA consultations may include issues with third-party reimbursement and legislative, regulatory, and advocacy matters in the provision of psychological services. A request can be submitted via the online form or by contacting Dr. Paxton directly. Please allow up to 2 business days for a reply.

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Sarah Burress

Director of Operations

Contact Sarah if you have questions about KPA Membership, KPA Annual Convention, Sponsorship, Finances (accounts payable and receivable), KPA/KPF Board meetings or leadership retreat logistics, KPA and KBEP elections, or other organizational operations.

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Rory Hefner-Templar

Communications &

Program Manager

Contact Rory if you have questions about continuing education, general KPA information, the KPA website, the weekly digest, or if you are unsure who to contact.