CSRF 2024-2025 Executive Committee

Natalie Rosen, Past President

I am Professor at Dalhousie University, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, jointly appointed in both Psychology and Obstetrics/Gynaecology. My research focuses on understanding how couples cope with sexual dysfunction (e.g., low sexual desire, genito-pelvic pain) or changes to their sexual relationship (e.g., in the transition to parenthood), and translating that knowledge into targeted interventions. As CSRF Past-President I serve on the Executive Council and the scientific program committee and I oversee the nominations and awards process. I have 2 energetic boys, Louis (13) and Evan (10), who keep me busy outside of work. I’ve played Ultimate Frisbee every summer for the last 16 years, my favourite TV show is Survivor (yes, people still watch it!), and my favourite author is Margaret Atwood. I have been a member of CSRF since 2004, coincidentally, the same year that I started playing Ultimate! I have really enjoyed the addition of the “After Dark” program and most of my favourite memories involve events organized for this program!

Katherine Péloquin - President

I am a professor in the Department of Psychology at the Université de Montréal. My research primarily revolves around the dynamics of relationships and the sexual well-being of couples. This includes couples who are seeking relationship therapy as well as those going through assisted reproduction. I also focus on assessing the effectiveness of interventions designed for couples. In my role as the CSRF President, I am responsible for leading the Executive Council, supervising the Executive Director, and overseeing the organization's policy development. I have been a member of the CSRF since 2018 and have thoroughly enjoyed every conference I've attended. I am consistently impressed by the high quality of the work presented there. Additionally, I serve on the editorial boards of the Journal of Marital and Family Therapy and Archives of Sexual Behaviors. French is my first language, and I have a passion for running and traveling. I also have a strong appreciation for fine dining, with a particular fondness for Asian cuisine.

Amy Muise, President Elect

I am an Associate Professor, York Research Chair in Relationships and Sexuality, and Director of the Sexual Health and Relationships (SHaRe) Lab at York University. My research is focused on sexuality in romantic relationships and the maintenance of desire and satisfaction over time. As President-Elect, my main role is planning the annual conference. Outside of work, my family (James, and our two kids, Lucy and Maverick) keeps me busy—we enjoy travelling (we spent part of my sabbatical last year living in New Zealand) and are currently trying to reignite our love of snowboarding (and teach our kids)—but I also enjoy watching TV series (I have many favourites and am always look for new recommendations) and meeting with my long-time book club. CSRF has played an integral role in my professional development. I attended and presented at my first CSRF conference as a graduate student in 2006. Since this time, I have been an active member of CSRF. I was the graduate student representative from 2007-2008, co-developed CSRF After Dark, which has been a long-time feature of the conference program, and I served as local host for the 2018 conference in Toronto.

Marie-Pier Vaillancourt-Morel, Secretary

I am an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the Université du Québec à Montréal. The overarching goal of my research program is to enhance the sexual wellbeing of couples. More specifically, my research focuses on the effects of childhood maltreatment and pornography use on couples’ sexuality. I attended my first CSRF conference in 2016 at the Quebec meeting. In my role as the CSRF secretary, I take minutes and I am responsible for producing the newsletter. My first language is French and I live in Quebec City! Outside of work, I love working out, walking my dog, and travelling.

Katrina Bouchard, Treasurer

I joined the UBC Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology as an Assistant Professor in January 2022, following a postdoctoral fellowship with Dr. Natalie Rosen at Dalhousie University. The overarching goal of my research program is to enhance the assessment and treatment of sexual health concerns, with a focus on women and couples. As the Treasurer of CSRF, I oversee and manage the budget and finances for the CSRF annual meeting. Outside of work, I love to travel (pre-pandemic) and watch binge-worthy TV series with my partner, Dave. I joined CSRF as a student member in 2012 and gave my first conference talk at the 2012 Ottawa meeting. One of my favourite memories was meeting Dan Savage at the 2015 Kelowna meeting. He signed my copy of The Kid and attended one part of the conference, which happened to include my talk (eek!). The winery tour in Kelowna was also so beautiful.

Sarah Beauchemin-Roy, Executive Director

I have been a research coordinator since 2018 in two different psychology labs at Université de Montréal. I earned both my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Sexology from Université du Québec à Montréal, with a concentration in Feminist Studies. As part of my Master’s, I completed a research internship at the Research Center for Women's Studies at SNDT Women’s University in Mumbai, India. While there, I conducted interviews with university women to explore their experiences and perceptions of sexual and reproductive health. In 2023, I helped organize the CSRF annual conference in Montréal, where I truly felt at home among like-minded people.

In my spare time, I produce and co-host Les SexMaitresses, a sexo-feminist podcast that has garnered over 220,000 listens. We enjoy translating research into accessible content and fostering reflection on sexology and feminist issues. I also love travelling and taking my time on slow runs to fully enjoy the experience. 😊

Jessica Johnson, Senior Student Representative

I am a 1st year PhD student in Social Psychology at Queen's University. My research involves an examination of factor relating to sexual well-being amongst in BDSM/kink practitioners, including sexual desire, arousal, functioning, communication, and identity authenticity! My previous work has examined consent communication and cultural norms in the BDSM community, and factors relating to interest in sex and/or friendship with social robots! Outside of school, I love engaging in local theatre, exploring local wineries/breweries, and playing board games! As the CSRF Senior Student Representative, it is my goal to give back, provide support to new student members, facilitate connections, and help foster confidence in the future of Canadian sex research. I would like to express my gratitude to everyone who makes CSRF such an uplifting community, and cannot wait to serve the students and their best interests in the upcoming years!

Fabiola Ngamaleu Teumeni, Junior Student Representative

I am a third-year psychology undergraduate student at Université de Montréal with a research focus on the sexual health and well-being of older adults through an intersectional lens. As a community care practitioner at the Black Healing Center and a volunteer with the West Island Black Community Association, I am passionate about fostering change and supporting marginalized communities. Outside of work, I love reading, traveling, and hosting dinner parties with friends over good food.

CSRF holds a special place in my heart as it was the first ever conference, I attended, where I also presented my first research project. That experience allowed me to connect with like-minded students and researchers, sparking my passion for advancing knowledge in sexuality research. When the opportunity to participate in the organization presented itself, I knew I needed to take part. As a Junior Student Representative, I aim to encourage student involvement, promote their achievements, facilitate networking opportunities, and advocate for inclusivity within the CSRF community. I am thrilled to contribute to an organization that has had such a meaningful impact on my academic journey.

Dr. Chelsea Kilimnik (she/her), CSRF Executive JEDI Committee Representative 

I am an Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado Boulder and a licensed clinical psychologist. My lab, the Growth, Identity, and Sexual Trauma (GIST) Lab, focuses on sexualized and identity-based violence and trauma and its impact on sexual and psychological well-being. We work closely with community organizations, campus leaders, and students in developing and examining programs for prevention and intervention that are accessible and inclusive with an overarching goal of reducing disparities in violence. I serve as the chair for CSRF’s Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Committee – reach out anytime with thoughts or feedback on ways to bolster the organization’s inclusion of diverse identities, voices, and ways of knowing and learning. I also invite ideas for training opportunities that would support CSRF members’ in more inclusive research practices. I’ve been coming to CSRF for many years and consider it my research home. My favorite CSRF memory is the wine tasting and pyramid tour in Kelowna (CSRF 2015). Outside of work you can generally find me eating, reading, camping, or playing video games.  

CSRF Committees  

Membership Committee

  • Past-President, Secretary, Executive Director

Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee (JEDI)

  • Chelsea Kilimnik (Chair, Executive Council Representative), Aki Gormezano (Member at large), Justin Shimizu (Member at large), Jeremy Oueis (Member at large), Taranjot Padda (Member at large) 

Nominations Committee

  • Past-President, Senior Student Representative, 1 Member at large

WAS & NAFSO Liaison

  • Terry P Humphreys (Member at Large)

Listserv Owner / Maintenance:

  • Sandra Byers (Member at Large)

Awards Committee:

  • Past-President, Senior Student Representative, 2 Members at large

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