Our Executive Board
Meet the 2026-2027 SAIGE Executive Board! We are from all areas of the country; however, we are connected and united in purpose: Serving SAIGE and its members.
Clark Ausloos
President
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Dr. Clark D. Ausloos, LPC (MI), LPCC (OH), LSC (OH), NCC (he/him) is a core faculty member in the Counseling Program at Oakland University. He completed his PhD in Counselor Education and MA in School and Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and maintains independent professional licensure in Ohio and Michigan. He has authored over 20 peer-reviewed manuscripts and book chapters focusing on LGBTQ+ youth in counseling contexts, serves on the Editorial Board for the Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling, and was named the UNC Charlotte Robert Barret Distinguished Lecturer on Multicultural Issues in Counseling (2023). His scholarly interests include queer and trans-affirming counseling practices, and his involvement with SAIGE has earned him both the Ned Farley Service Award (2023) and Presidential Award (2024). Dr. Ausloos consults for numerous organizations including Court-Appointed Special Advocates and serves on the Sensitivity and Bias Review Committee for the National Counselor Exam while maintaining leadership roles in several professional counseling associations.
Stacy Pinto
Past-President
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Dr. Stacy Pinto, NCC is a Clinical Associate Professor of School Counseling and Department Chair in the Department of Counseling Psychology at the University of Denver. She completed her graduate degrees at Montclair State University, is a certified school counselor (NJ), on the Editorial Review Board for the Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling, and maintains a small private practice (Alpenglow Counseling & Consultation). Her scholarship is focused on identity intersections, sexual identity labeling and language, and affirming counseling and educational environments. Stacy's involvement with SAIGE has included strategic planning, conference committees, counseling guideline revisions, and state branch leadership.
past-president@saigecounseling.org
Marlon Johnson
President-Elect
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Dr. Marlon Johnson, PhD, LPC (TX), LPC-MHSP (TN), NCC serves as Dean of Community Life and Assistant Professor of Counselor Education at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas. He prepares individuals to become culturally-inclusive and spiritually-integrated mental health professionals. He also owns a private practice in which his clinical work centers Black mental wellness, queer and trans-inclusive mental healthcare, and community racial healing activities. As a researcher and advocate, he integrates an intersectional framework to help communities explore Black and Queer identity development, gay male relationship longevity, strategies for racial healing, and mental health access and equity.
president-elect@saigecounseling.org
Brook Fulton-DeLong
Treasurer
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Brook’s scholarship examines systemic and contextual influences on the mental health and wellness of LGBTGEQIAP+ communities. Her dissertation investigated the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health and identity development of TGE individuals.
She has been involved with the Society for Sexual, Affectional, Intersex, and Gender Expansive Identities (SAIGE) since 2022, served as an Emerging Leader in 2023, and continues to serve on the SAIGE Education Committee. In addition to her work with SAIGE, Brook is active in the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH), the Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES), the American Counseling Association (ACA), and the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). As an NBCC Minority Fellow (2021–2022), she promoted initiatives connecting counselor education, research, and affirming care for LGBTGEQIAP+ populations.
Chase Morgan-Swaney
Secretary
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Dr. Chase Morgan-Swaney, LPCC-S (OH) is an assistant professor of counseling at Baldwin Wallace University. Prior to joining BW, Morgan-Swaney served as a senior lecturer in the School of Counseling at The University of Akron, teaching across accredited clinical mental health counseling, school counseling, and marriage and family therapy/counseling programs. He is a licensed professional clinical counselor with a training supervision designation (LPCC-S) in Ohio. He holds national certifications as a National Certified Counselor (NCC), a Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC), and an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS). He specializes in counselor preparation and training to affirmatively serve LGBTQ+ clients.
Rob McKinney
ACA Advisory Council Representative
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Dr. Rob McKinney, LMHC, NCC, started his career in mental health counseling by obtaining a M.Div. with an emphasis in Pastoral Care and Counseling and then obtained his M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision from Kent State University. He is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Counselor Education at Gonzaga University and Director of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. His research interests include multicultural considerations in counseling, counseling work related to LGBTGEQIAP+ individuals, and counselor development. Aside from research, Rob is proud to be a member of the ACA, ACES, WACES, IAC, and SAIGE, the latter of which he has been honored to serve as President and in various capacities.
Ami Crowley
Board Trustee
State Branches
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Dr. Ami Crowley is a Full Time Associate Professor in the Counselor Education Department at The Chicago School – Online where she teaches numerous classes and supervises the clinical fieldwork experience of mental health counseling graduate students. She is also an Adjunct Professor at the University of Cincinnati in their Substance Abuse Counseling program. Additionally, she is the founder and co-owner of Infinity Counseling Services, LLC, through which she provides mental health and substance abuse counseling services, supervises counseling interns, as well as provides trainings and consulting services to organizations. Dr. Crowley is an active member of many national, state, and local professional associations, holding numerous offices and contributing the progression of the field of counseling through advocacy, research, presenting, and publication. She currently resides in Florida with her family.
Treye Rosenberger
Board Trustee
Multicultural & Social Justice Concerns
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Dr. Treye Rosenberger, LMHC (IA), LCPC (IL), CRC, NCC, ACS is an Assistant Professor in Residence in the Department of Counseling at Bradley University. His clinical, teaching, and scholarly interests include affirming counseling practices with LGBTQIA+ individuals, resilience, counselor development, and assessment. He is committed to advancing inclusive and socially responsive practices within the counseling profession.
Jordan B. Wescott
Board Trustee
Research & Scholarship
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Dr. Jordan B. Westcott, NCC is an Assistant Professor of Counselor Education at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Her research, teaching, and service focuses on structural factors that impact mental health among minoritized populations and the role of counselors in advancing mental health equity for these groups. Her expertise is primarily in older adults, LGBTQ+ individuals, families, and communities, and intersections therein. Her research informs her advocacy to ensure that all people have access to effective, culturally responsive mental health services. She has been involved with SAIGE since she served as an Emerging Leader as a master's student, and she most recently served as the Education Committee Co-Chair. She is also actively involved in professional service with the American Counseling Association and Southern Association for Counselor Education and Supervision. She spends her free time with her partner and cats.
Sandra Gavin
Trustee of Membership & State Branches
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Dr. Sandra Gavin, PhD, LPC, NCC, ACS is an Associate Professor of Counselor Education at Adams State University, a Licensed Professional Counselor, a National Certified Counselor, and an Approved Clinical Supervisor. Her research interests focus on increasing counselors-in-training's counseling self-efficacy and competency to work with LGBTQIA+ people. Sandra continues to work in private practice, primarily with LGBTQIA+ clients. She currently serves on the Editorial Review Board of the Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling. Sandra identifies as bisexual and lives in Alamosa, CO.
Jeffry Moe
Editor-In-Chief
Journal of LGBT Issues in Counseling
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Jeff Moe, PhD, LPC, is an associate professor of counseling at Old Dominion University. He earned his doctorate in counselor education and supervision from the University of Toledo, and has worked as clinical mental health counselor in a variety of settings with a specialization in serving LGBTGEQIAP+ clients. His research on LGBTGEQIAP+ issues in counseling has appeared in national journals including the Journal of Counseling & Development, Journal of Homosexuality, Journal of Counseling Psychology, Journal of Gay and Lesbian Social Services, Professional School Counseling, and the Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling. He currently serves as the editor of the Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling, and has served as Secretary of ACES, President of the Virginia Association of LGBT Issues in Counseling, and Treasurer of the Association for Child and Adolescent Counseling
Nic Smith
Graduate Student Trustee
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Nic Smith, LPCC, LICDC is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor in Ohio. He completed his masters in clinical mental health counseling at Heidelberg University and is currently in his second year at Ohio University, completing his PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision. Additionally, he has completed training in both EMDR and Trauma-Focused CBT. Nic has worked in community mental health, college counseling, and private practice settings, working with clients from 5 - 65 years old. Nic has served in various roles throughout the Ohio Counseling Association and is passionate about advocating for equal care to all clients. Nic is excited to serve as the Graduate Student Trustee for SAIGE in the coming year.
Kelsey Ward
Chair of Technology & Resource Committee
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Dr. Kelsey Ward, PhD, LPCC-S (OH), NCC, CCMHC currently serves as Clinical Faculty at Adams State University, and also works clinically in Central Ohio, working with adolescents and adults who identify as LGBTGEQIAP+. Dr. Ward has clinical and research interests in gender-affirming care, neurodiversity, and clinical supervision. They have presented on LGBTGEQIAP+ issues in counseling at local, state, regional, and national conferences. They are also involved in their state's SAIGE chapter in the technology and regional representative roles.
Krissy Treviranus
Chair of Education Committee
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Dr. Krissy Treviranus, LMHC, LPC, NCC, ACS, is a queer-affirming counselor, educator, and advocate whose work centers the experiences and needs of LGBTQIA+ individuals. Krissy supports teens and adults in individual, couples, and group therapy within their private practice with a focus on supporting transgender, nonbinary, and queer clients. Their doctoral research, Processes Involved in Transgender Adults’ Perceptions of Safety in Their Daily Lives: A Grounded Theory Approach, explores how transgender individuals navigate safety in everyday life to inform counselor education and clinical practice. Krissy has led systemic change in schools by launching the first district-wide virtual GSA, initiating and hosting middle and high school GSA summits, and training educators on LGBTQ+ inclusive practices. Krissy has a passion for group work and integrates this passion with that of supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals' needs within group therapy.
Mitchell Toomey
Chair of Public Policy Committee
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Dr. Mitchell Toomey, APC (GA), NCC, CRC, is a counselor educator at Agnes Scott College in Atlanta, Georgia. Alongside his academic appointment, he maintains a private practice where he offers affirming and inclusive care to queer individuals and couples. His research centers on the intersection of legislation, counselor education, and clinical practice, with a particular focus on how policy shapes the professional landscape. Dr. Toomey is passionate about equipping counselors and counselor educators with the knowledge and confidence to engage meaningfully in advocacy and systems change.
publicpolicy@saigecounseling.org
Kate Johnson
Co-Chair of Emerging Leaders Committee
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Kate Johnson, Ph.D., LPC-S (MS), LPC (AL), NCC is an Assistant Professor and CACREP-Liaison at Delta State University, where she teaches multicultural counseling, human sexuality, research, and child/adolescent classes. She received her PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from the University of the Cumberlands. Dr. Johnson also owns her own private clinical practice with a background in individual and family counseling and over 14 years of experience at varied levels of care. Dr. Johnson is an advocate and ally for the LGBTQIA+ communities in her clinical practice, classroom, and through her service. She teaches cultural competence and best practices in her classes and professional presentations.
emergingleaders@saigecounseling.org
Knick Adman
Masters Emerging Leader, 2026-2027
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Nicholas (Knick) Adman is a counseling master's student at Seattle University. Knick has co-founded and led multiple successful Queer advocacy organizations across diverse settings and industries, including most recently serving as the President for Washington State SAIGE. In this role they have focused on partnerships and clarity of vision to create a sustainable path for growth, and plan to use this experience in their role as an emerging leader to assist other SAIGE state branches. In addition to community organizing, Knick is passionate about contributing to better research and awareness on the overlap of Queer and neurodivergent communities.
Jack Rosile
Doctoral Emerging Leader, 2026-2027
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Jack Rosile, MA is pursuing a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision at the University of Northern Colorado after completing an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Northwestern University earlier this year. He is passionate about serving queer and trans communities, particularly transgender adolescents and adults. Jack's research and advocacy interests include unique ethical considerations for queer counselors, a topic he has presented on at the 2024 SAIGE conference and the 2025 ACES conference. As a 2026-2027 Emerging Leader, he looks forward to giving back to the community and furthering SAIGE's mission of equity and inclusion in the counseling profession.
Cas McDaniel
New Professional Emerging Leader, 202-2027
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Cas McDaniel, MA recently earned their M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of San Diego, where their work focused on queer and trans mental health, community care, and non-pathologizing approaches to counseling. Their clinical experience in community mental health and assertive community treatment has centered trauma-informed, affirming care for individuals navigating complex mental health and substance use experiences. Their research and training interests include Internal Family Systems Therapy, liberatory counseling practices, and creating supportive spaces for LGBTQIA+ clients and clinicians. As a 2026–2027 SAIGE Emerging Leader in the New Professional category, Cas is passionate about advocacy, mentorship, and helping cultivate a more affirming and community-centered future for queer counselors in the counseling profession.
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