Psychologist. Dr. James Battle, Ph.D. R. Psych. Former professional football player, who went on to instruct in the Psychology Departments of University of Eastern Michigan and twenty years at the University of Alberta. His business was started over 30 years ago along with his wife Dorothy. Also, for 30 years, the Edmonton Public Schools employed him as a consulting Psychologist. He has garnered several awards for his work with employment programs for "at risk" youth, self-esteem research, as well as his work within the community. For the past 37 years, Dr. Battle has travelled throughout Canada and U.S. giving lectures and instruction on self-esteem. He has also authored over 30 books.