Staff Directory

Jessica Stapleton

Title:
Exercise Psychologist
Email:

Areas of Expertise

Exercise & Sport Psychology, Mobility Impairment, Parasport, Self-regulation, Social Influence

Education

Ph.D. Health and Exercise Psychology
Department of Kinesiology, McMaster University, 2014

M.S.Ed. Sport and Exercise Psychology
Department of Kinesiology, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 2011

B.S. Exercise and Wellness
Department of Kinesiology, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 2009

Biography

Dr. “J” Stapleton is an Assistant Professor of Kinesiology in the Brooks College of Health at the University of North Florida. Her research interests include the psychosocial mechanisms and consequences of sport and physical activity among student-athletes and persons with mobility impairment. Dr. J serves as a mental performance consultant for Osprey Athletics and USA Para Powerlifting. She and her canine teammate, Zion, are a registered Pet Partners Therapy Team in collaboration with OspreyPERCH and UNF Campus Canines. Dr. J is also a competitive athlete and avid traveler.