The People Behind CTSE

CTSE brings together experienced clinicians, educators, facilitators, nonprofit leaders, and professionals. Our team includes nationally recognized experts in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and trauma-informed care alongside leaders with extensive experience in training, community engagement, and organizational development.

Together, they guide our programs, strengthen our curriculum, and help translate research into practical tools people can use in everyday life and work.

CTSE Staff

Ryan Oelrich CPSS

ED | President | Facilitator

Cynthia Kaplan, PhD

Founder | Facilitator

Dr. Cynthia Kaplan

Luciana “Luci” Payne, PhD

Founder | Vice Chair | Facilitator

Dr. Luci Payne

Jacob Beye

Marketing & Comms

Board of Directors

Cynthia Kaplan, PhD

Founder | Facilitator

Dr. Cynthia Kaplan

David Levitt

Board Chair · Treasurer

Ginny Fisher, MSW/LSWAA

Board Member

Kim Forsythe, LICSW

Board Member

Luciana “Luci” Payne, PhD

Founder | Vice Chair | Facilitator

Dr. Luci Payne

Ryan Oelrich CPSS

ED | President | Facilitator

Michael P. Krupa, Ed.D.

Board Member

Founders

Allan E. Fruzzetti, PhD

Founder

Dr. Alan Fruzzetti

Cynthia Kaplan, PhD

Founder | Facilitator

Dr. Cynthia Kaplan

Luciana “Luci” Payne, PhD

Founder | Vice Chair | Facilitator

Dr. Luci Payne