Dr. Bader has worked in the mental health and addiction field for over 20 years. She graduated from the University of North Texas in 2007 with a Ph.D. in counseling psychology and a specialization in sport psychology and completed her postdoctoral fellowship in chemical dependency at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. She is a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Addiction Counselor, and Certified Mental Performance Consultant working with elite athletes and teams.

Dr. Bader has worked in a variety of treatment settings, including residential, outpatient, private practice, and Native American healthcare. She spends time in the sports environment in collegiate athletic departments, working with professional teams and organizations, and Olympic athletes. She currently complements the multidisciplinary team at Women’s Recovery by serving as the Chief Clinical Officer, advancing treatment for women. In addition, she maintains a private practice offering counseling, consultation, educational presentations, and sport psychology services. She authored a chapter in the evidence-based book Cannabis in Medicine, as well as Weed Inked. She serves on the Speakers Bureau for the Marijuana Impact Group as a cannabis subject matter expert on emerging research, addiction, and treatment.