Stewart Cooper, PhD, ABPP, was awarded a Presidential Citation for his wise and steady leadership in a time of transition.
As a consulting psychologist and counseling psychologist, Cooper provides clarity, collaboration, encouragement and perspective to processes of change. He served as chair of the Board of Professional Affairs (BPA) through the transition of responsibilities between Committee for the Advancement of Professional Practice and BPA, using his understanding of organizations to prepare BPA for its new role. Cooper can always be counted on for his commitment to the well being of his clients, whether they are individuals or organizations. His friends and colleagues alike treasure his gentle good humor and warm friendship. Cooper is the director of the Counseling Center at Valparaiso University and uses his skills in both counseling and research methodology in executive coaching and consultation. He has served in numerous positions in APA’s Div. 13 (Society of Consulting Psychology) including president and council representative. Cooper has also contributed significantly to Div. 17 (Society of Counseling Psychology).