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GOVERNOR PAWLENTY REAPPOINTS THREE TO BOARD OF PSYCHOLOGY -- February 23, 2007

Governor Tim Pawlenty today announced the reappointment of Susan Hayes, Jerry Jensen and Herman “Ted” Thompson to the Board of Psychology.

Hayes, of St. Louis Park, received a master of arts in education from the University of Minnesota. She is a board member of Volunteers of America in Minnesota and a state Supreme Court qualified neutral. Hayes, who has been a member of the board since 2001 and is currently secretary, is appointed to another four year term ending January 3, 2011.

Jensen, of Baxter, received a master of arts in counseling psychology from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota, in Winona, Minnesota. He is a licensed psychologist at CedarBrook Counseling in Baxter, Minnesota with a practice that includes counseling and psychotherapy with children, adolescents and adults. Jensen, a member of the board since 2003, is appointed as a representative of psychological practitioners and will serve another four-year term ending January 3, 2011.

Thompson, of Minneapolis, received a master of arts in counseling psychology from the University of Minnesota. He is currently pursuing a Ph. D. in developmental and counseling psychology at the University of Minnesota. Thompson is a private practice family therapist in the areas of conflict resolution, adolescent development and identity formation. Thompson has served on the board since 2003. He is appointed as a masters level licensed psychologist member and will serve another four-year term ending January 3, 2011.

The Board of Psychology is responsible for licensing and disciplining psychologists. The board is made up of 11 members appointed by the Governor.