P.O. Box 220109, Anchorage, Alaska 99522-0109

acbhc@akcertification.org, peer.support@akcertification.org

907)332-4333, (907)339-8006

Alaska Commission for Behavioral Health Certification

ALASKA COMMISSION FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CERTIFICATION

Meet the Commissioners

The ACBHC is governed by a dedicated board of commissioners who bring expertise in psychology,
education, ethics, peer support, and traditional healing — advancing professional standards and
strengthening Alaska’s behavioral health workforce.

Board Leadership

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Courtney Donovan, Ph.D.

Board Chair

Dr. Donovan is a doctoral-level psychologist and CEO of Akeela, Inc. With over two decades of experience, she specializes in behavioral health systems, workforce development, and program innovation. As Board Chair, she advances professional standards and strengthens Alaska’s behavioral health workforce.
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Robert (Bobby) Dorton

Vice Chair

Commissioner Dorton serves as Vice Chair, bringing leadership and expertise to guide the commission’s mission and strategic direction.
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Clint Simic

Secretary

As Secretary, Commissioner Simic ensures accurate record-keeping and supports the administrative functions essential to the commission’s transparency and accountability.
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David Moxley, Ph.D.

Treasurer

Dr. Moxley serves as Treasurer, overseeing the financial stewardship of the commission with sound fiscal management and long-term organizational sustainability.
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Sheri Patraw

Education Committee

Commissioner Patraw serves on the Education Committee, developing and upholding training standards that support the ongoing growth and competency of Alaska’s behavioral health professionals.
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Patricia 'Pat' Merwin

Ethics Committee Chair

As Ethics Committee Chair, Commissioner Merwin upholds the highest standards of professional conduct, ensuring certified practitioners adhere to ethical principles in service to Alaskans.
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Jennie Johnston

Commissioner

Commissioner Johnston brings valuable perspective and commitment to the commission’s work of certifying behavioral health professionals and expanding access to quality care across Alaska.
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Jennifer 'Jen' Galvan

Peer Support Advisory Board Chair

As Peer Support Advisory Board Chair, Commissioner Galvan champions the integration and professional recognition of peer support specialists with lived experience in Alaska’s behavioral health system.
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Jim Miller

Traditional Counselor

Commissioner Miller serves as Traditional Counselor, bringing indigenous perspectives and culturally grounded approaches that honor Alaska Native healing practices within behavioral health certification.