Dear friends and fellow members
of the APA,

I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your support during my candidacy for
President-Elect of the APA. It is with appreciation, humility, and resilience that I acknowledge the outcome of the recent election. I am deeply thankful for the unwavering support and dedication of all those who believed in my vision.

My commitment to serving the community and advocating for the values we hold dear remains steadfast. I am grateful for the lessons learned and the opportunity to continue working towards building a mentally healthy nation for all. Thank you for being an integral part of this campaign. Your support has been a true honor, and I am grateful for this experience.

I extend my congratulations to President-Elect, Theresa M. Miskimen Rivera, MD, and wish her the very best in her new role.

Michele Reid, MD
Vice President & Chief Operating Officer for CNS Healthcare