Faculty Directory

Dr. Jonathan McCormick is an Assistant Professor of Psychology and the facilitator of the Psychology program at Western Wyoming Community College. Prior to joining Western, he spent four years teaching Psychology at Voorhees University, a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in South Carolina. He holds a B.S. in Psychology from Messiah University, as well as an M.S. and Ph.D. in General Teaching Psychology from Walden University. His academic focus areas include Cognitive Psychology (with an emphasis on teaching and learning), Social Psychology, and the Psychology of Human Sexuality—though he also has a background in, and finds enjoyment in, many other areas of Psychology, including Clinical Psychology, Personality, and Biopsychology. Dr. McCormick is passionate about student engagement and strives to create a classroom environment where students not only enjoy learning but also find personal meaning in connecting psychological concepts to their own lives. Outside the classroom, he enjoys camping, playing video games, and reading fantasy novels.

Dustan Blair was born in Roosevelt, Utah and raised in Grand Junction, Colorado (the western slope of Colorado). Dustan earned a bachelor's degree in psychology from Brigham Young University and an Educational Specialist degree in school psychology from the University of Northern Colorado. Dustan works as a School Psychologist in Evanston Wyoming and teaches General Psychology for Western Wyoming Community College. He is on the board for the Wyoming School Psychologist Association. Dustan has always wanted to work in a position to help others and has a passion to help children with behavioral, emotional, and academic difficulties. He is married with four children that keep him very busy. His family and the outdoors are two of his favorite adventures.

Kelsee has over a decade of experience in case management, working extensively with diverse and marginalized populations including individuals facing mental health challenges, substance use disorders, domestic violence, justice involvement, and vulnerable groups such as the elderly and youth. She currently serves as a Provisional Addictions Therapist and the Uinta County Drug Court Coordinator at High Country Behavioral Health—a role she finds deeply rewarding and aligned with her passion for empowering individuals on their path to recovery and stability. Kelsee is also a certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor and actively helps individuals in her community become certified, equipping them with the tools to recognize and respond to mental health crises with confidence and compassion. In addition, she brings her real-world experience into the classroom as an instructor for sociology and psychology courses at Western Wyoming Community College, where she fosters critical thinking and meaningful engagement among students preparing for careers in human services. Kelsee is a proud alumna of Western Wyoming Community College, where she earned her Associate of Arts in Psychology. She went on to complete her Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Liberal Arts with a concentration in Sociology from Colorado State University. She later earned her Master’s in Sociology, along with a Graduate Certificate in Addiction and Substance Use Related Disorders, from Arizona State University. Her education and lived experience continue to fuel her commitment to providing compassionate, evidence-based care in the behavioral health field. Kelsee is an active community advocate and a dedicated member of the Evanston Soroptimist International Chapter. She also serves on the Uinta County COUCH board and represents her community as the Uinta County 211 Ambassador. Her volunteer efforts reflect her passion for supporting those in need and providing vital resources within her community. Outside of her professional life, Kelsee is a devoted wife and mother of two daughters, a dog lover, and a strong believer in giving back. In her free time, she enjoys playing video games, traveling, watching true crime and documentaries, and reading self-help non-fiction books.

Daniel Mayer oversees BOCES 5 operations and supports other Wyoming BOCES organizations. He holds a Bachelor of Science in General Studies, studied Special Education for the Deaf, is a nationally-certified School Psychologist, and possesses an Administrator Certificate from the University of Wyoming. Prior to his current role at BOCES 5, Mr. Mayer served as the Special Education Director for Uinta County School Districts #1 and #4. Additionally, he has been teaching General Psychology at Western Wyoming College for over 15 years. Mr. Mayer has also held leadership positions within WASEA, including Regional Representative and President. Originally from North Dakota, Daniel resides with his wife in Cheyenne, Wyoming. He takes great pride in being both a father and grandfather.

Dr. Marty Nelson is an Adjunct Professor of Psychology who began teaching psychology courses with Western Wyoming Community College in 2009. He has always enjoyed teaching and values the opportunity to engage students in exploring both the theory and practice of psychology. Dr. Nelson holds a bachelor's degree in Psychology, a master's degree in Counseling, and a doctorate in Clinical Psychology. Since beginning his professional practice in 1995, he has been involved in a wide variety of psychological activities—some rewarding, some not. He has taught both undergraduate and graduate students in subjects including general psychology, abnormal psychology, personality theory, child psychology, and forensic psychology. His clinical experience spans work with infants, children, teens, adults, and geriatric populations. He has worked in inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, community mental health centers, maximum security prisons, state institutions, an Army hospital, a college, and has contracted for the federal government. He has testified before state legislatures and in courtrooms numerous times. Dr. Nelson has attended a wide variety of trainings, traveled extensively, and treated a diverse range of individuals. Despite his broad range of professional experiences, he has always maintained an ongoing practice in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness—the core reason he entered the field. After partially retiring in 2019, he now splits his time between wintry Minnesota and sunny Myrtle Beach. In his spare time, he enjoys outdoor recreation, including snowboarding, hiking, biking, and relaxing on the beach. Dr. Nelson is grateful for his students and hopes they enjoy his classes as much as he enjoys teaching them. He lives with his family in Evanston, Wyoming and travels the state spreading the word about our organization.