Report from 7/1/2023 - 6/30/2024
| Total number of Request for Investigations received: | 10 |
| Total number of cases closed: | 10 |
| Disciplinary Actions: | 3 |
| Other Actions, including interim actions: | 4 |
Disciplinary Actions:
Seth Kunen, Ph.D., License No. 523
In the Matter P22-23-14C, on October 20, 2023, Seth Kunen, Ph.D., License No. 523, the LSBEP accepted the Stipulation and Agreement for Voluntary Permanent Surrender of Psychologist License agreement which represents final resolution of the matter pertaining to the facts outlined in the agreement and constitutes formal disciplinary action pursuant to La. R.S. 37:2359.A. and B(14), for violation of the Louisiana Administrative Code, Title 46 Pt LXIII (“Rule”): Rule §1307.E.
Dr. Kristen Gerstenecker, Psy.D. Temporary Registration No. 1434AL
In the matter NP22-23-17C, On July 21, 2023, Dr. Kristen Gerstenecker, Psy.D. Temporary Registration No. 1434AL, agreed to a Voluntary Surrender of the registration in lieu of disciplinary action for LAC 46:LXIII.1305(F) – Personal Problems and Conflicts and LAC 46:LXIII. 1307(D) – Avoiding Harm.
Carole A. Buckles Brunner, Psy.D., License No. 981
In the matter P22-23-12P on June 16, 2023, the license of Carole A. Buckles Brunner, Psy.D., License No. 981, was ordered Summarily Suspended by Executive Committee. On July 21, 2023, the Board accepted a Consent Order in lieu of a formal hearing, upholding the suspension for a minimum of 6 months.