RICHARD M. GANLEY, Ph.D., CGP
Clinical Psychologist / Neuropsychologist
License #: PS-004028-L/Certified Group Psychotherapist
Philadelphia Trauma Center Phone: (610) 664-5730
191 Presidential Blvd., Suite 108Fax: (610) 664-1945
Bala Cynwyd, PA
SPECIALTIES
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Adult PTSD Therapy Group
Psychotherapy (Individual, Group, Couple’s, Family)Anxiety, Depression & Adjustment Issues
Returning Veteran Issues/VA Disability Evaluations (LHI) Neuropsychological Evaluations
EDUCATION
1984Doctor of Philosophy In Clinical Psychology, Temple University, with American Psychological
Association approved internship at The Texas Research Institute of Mental Sciences and completion of
advanced neuropsychological training track.
1979Master of Arts In Clinical Psychology, Temple University.
1978Bachelor of Arts summa cum laude, Psychology Major, University of Minnesota.
CLINICAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL POSITIONS
May 1987 -Private Practice. Psychological evaluations & testing—including disability, post-traumatic stress
Presentdisorder, trauma group, services for veterans, depression, anxiety. Private practice full time since 1994.
May 2011 –U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Disability Evaluator, through Logistics Health, Inc. Provide
PresentPTSD and MH disability evaluations for veterans from World War II through OIF/OEF.
Oct 2010 -Clinical Trainer and Volunteer Clinician. The Soldiers Project of Pennsylvania. Provide training for
Presentworking with PTSD to professional volunteers, as well as free clinical services to veterans seeking help.
Oct. 1997 -Member of Board of Directors, Systems-Centered® Training and Research Institute, a nonprofit organization
Presentdedicated to the development and application of systems-centered techniques and theory (TLHS).
Mar 2003 -Consulting Psychologist, IMX Medical Management Services. Consultant in the development of a
Feb. 2007Welfare to Work Program, in addition to performing psychological IME’s and record reviews.
July 1995 -Chair and Member of Board of Directors, Specialist of Schools, a nonprofit organization dedicated to
Dec. 2001fostering interdisciplinary treatment for children with special needs.
Oct. 1989 -Clinical Director, The Westmeade Center, residential inpatient services. Program development,
Oct. 1994administration, multidisciplinary team leader, supervision, and therapy.
Jan. 1987 -Senior Psychologist, The Renfrew Center, residential center for eating disorders. Team leader,
Oct. 1989supervisor, coordinator of family therapy.
July 1984 -Supervising Psychologist, Northwest Center, Child and Family Outpatient Services. Supervision of
Jan. 1987family and individual therapy.
Jan., 1982 -Psychotherapist and Consultant, Creative Human Services, staff consultation, individual and
July 1984family therapy.
Sept. 1978 -Staff Psychologist, Temple University Counseling Center. Individual, family, and group therapy for
Sept. 1980students and staff.
POST-DOCTORAL ADVANCED TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS
2011-2012Military Cultural Training for The Soldiers Project, SE PA,multiple conferences and workshops
2000Licensed Systems-Centered Therapist, Systems-Centered Training & Research Institute.
1998Board Certified Expert in Traumatic Stress, The American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress.
1994Certified Group Therapist, National Registry of Certified Group psychotherapists.
Membership Conferred, American Group Psychotherapy Association.
1993Certified Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist, National Association for the Advancement of
Psychoanalysis and The Institute for Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy.
1986Clinical Membership Conferred, American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and
The Family Institute of Philadelphia.
1985Certification in School Psychology, Temple University.
ACADEMIC POSITIONS
1993 - 1995Clinical Supervisor, Graduate School, Hahnemann University. Supervision of individual, family,
and group therapy.
1984 - 1986Clinical Supervisor, Graduate School, Bryn Mawr College. Supervision of individual and family therapy.
1985 - 1986Clinical Supervisor, Graduate School, Temple University. Supervision of individual and family therapy.
1982 - 1983Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology and Sociology, Drexel University, Psychology courses.
1981Instructor, Department of Psychology, Temple University, Tyler School of Art, Psychology courses.
AWARDS
1983Thaddeus Bolton Research Award.
1980National Institute of Mental Health Clinical Training Grant.
1978Temple University Fellowship.
1977National Institute of Mental Health Graduate Training Grant.
1977Phi Beta Kappa Honors Society.
1976University of Minnesota Honors Research Grant.
PUBLICATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
Ganley, R.M., & Mogel, J. (in press). Fighting the battle within: Helping returning veterans to overcome combat-related PTSD with Systems-Centered Therapy.
Ganley, R.M., Mogel, J., & O’Neill, R.M. (in process). PTSD: A new look—how a Systems-Centered Therapy (SCT) approach helps build the person to overcome the symptoms. Case study
Ganley, R.M., Trip, B., & O’Neill, R.M. (2016). SCT Research Update for PTSD with Comments on the Pulls Toward Dominant, Submissive, and Cooperative Roles in the World of Research.Panel moderator and presenter at the 16th Annual International Conference of the Systems-Centered Training and Research Institute, San Francisco, CA.
Ganley, R.M., O’Neill, R.M., & Trip, B. (2015). Bringing theory into practice: The role of research and showing that it works, with an emphasis on PTSD in veterans. Panel moderator and presenter for seminar at the 15th Annual International Conference of the Systems-Centered Training and Research Institute, Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (2014). PTSD: A Systems-Centered perspective: Some ways to make treatment more acceptable and effective. 2014 PA Veterans Forum—Community and Connections. Statewide conference for agencies and professionals who work with veterans, funded by Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Pennsylvania Dept. of Public Welfare.
Ganley, R.M. (2014). Psychological issues in pain management. Presentation for the Pennsylvania Bar Institute CLE Seminar: The Pain Puzzle: Putting the Pieces Together. Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (2014). Go Directly to Jail: Violence- and Injury-Induced Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals PA/NJ Branch Annual Conference. Atlantic City, NJ.
Ganley, R.M. (2014). Fighting the Battle Within: PTSD in Returning Veterans. PA CARES Military Task Force Training Summit, Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS), PA Dept. of Welfare. Fort Indian Gap, Annville, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (2013). PTSD: Overcoming obstacles and freeing energy for living. The Systems Centered Training and Research Institute Annual Conference. Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (2012). PTSD: What makes treating it so difficult &some ways to work with It. Clinician Training for The Soldiers Project, Southeastern PA Branch.
Ganley, R.M. (2011). What do psychologists do: One psychologist’s practice, and the state of the psychology health service provider workforce. Lower Merion High School. Lower Merion, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (2003). Evidence-based approach to the evaluation and management of psychiatric disorders. IMX Medical
Management Services Symposium. Evidence-based medicine: What does it mean? Why do we care? Phila., PA.
Ganley, R.M. (2001). Malingering in Workmen’s Compensation Cases. Medical Directors of Occupational Health Clinics
and Casemanagers on Workmen’s Compensation Panel, CompServices, Inc. Philadelphia, PA.
Byram. C. & Ganley, R.M. (1999). The Fork in the Road: Exploring defenses, or exploring experiences defended against.
Friends Hospital and Systems Centered Training Staff, Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1999). Managing ADD in current relationships. Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder
(CHADD). Lankenau Hospital, Wynnewood, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1999). Parent-child interactions: Some new ways to look at some old problems. Montgomery County
Foster Parents Association. Sacred Heart Hospital, Norristown, PA.
Byram. C. & Ganley, R.M. (1999). Exploring experiences rather than explaining them. Friends Hospital and Systems
Centered Training Staff, Philadelphia, PA.
Agazarian, Y. & Ganley, R.M. (1998). Systems Centered Therapy for work with individuals: Theory and practice.
Philadelphia Society of Clinical Psychologists. Belmont Center for Comprehensive Care, Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1998). Kids can be frustrating: How to deal with your own frustration. French Communications School.
Philadelphia, PA.
Sahijwani, D.E. & Ganley, R.M. (1977). Educating the whole child with learning disabilities and ADD: The interplay
between the affective, cognitive, and social domains. The International Dyslexia Association. Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1977). Facing the Basics: Symptom management; underlying issues; compulsions to binge, purge, or
restrict; hatred of change; and motivation—or the lack thereof. American Anorexia and Bulimia Association.Phila., PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1977). ADD—the Basics: Knowledge, Responsibility, and Motivation. Main Line CHADD (Children and
Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder). Wynnewood, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1977). Leveling the playing field: An integrated response to students with ADD and LD in the college
setting. University of Pennsylvania. Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M., Frank, J.C., Cohen, M.L., & Toedtman, D.W. (1997). Assessment and intervention with reading problems
grades 7 - 12: A seminar for teachers, reading specialists, psychologists, and other school specialists. Specialists of Schools, William Penn Charter Academy, Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1997). Differentiating emotional and learning problems in children and adolescents. Torah Academy,
Wynnewood, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1996). Step by step: Skills for working with Anorexia and Bulimia that make a difference. American
Anorexia and Bulimia Association, Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1996). Attention Deficit Disorders: Their impact on the family, the marriage, and what to do about it.
Main Line CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorders), Wynnewood, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1996). Living with cancer: Taking charge physically and emotionally. American Cancer Society and
Chestnut Hill Hospital, Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1996). Taking charge of one’s recovery in anorexia and bulimia: Skills to help you be a success.
American Anorexia and Bulimia Association, Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1996). Anger and learning disabilities. Tredyffrin-Easttown School District Office, B.U.I.L.D. (Better
Understanding of Individuals with Learning Disabilities), Berwyn, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1996). Looking back: What adults with ADD would tell their parents. Lankenau Hospital, Main Line
CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorders), Wynnewood, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1996). Exploring the cancer experience. Chestnut Hill Hospital and Northwest Surgical Association.
Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1995). Anorexia and bulimia: Steps along the path to recovery. Bryn Mawr College, Child Study
Institute, Bryn Mawr, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1995). Communicating Concerns and Feelings. The American Cancer Society and Chestnut Hill
Hospital. Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M., Rogers, J.T., & Sahijawani, D. (1995). Confidentiality: Issues affecting students with special needs.Specialists of Schools, The Haverford School, Haverford, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1995). Systems-center-oriented therapy: Brief interventions and beyond. Montgomery County
Counseling Association, Bryn Mawr, PA.
Ganley, R.M. & Lappin, D. (1995). Successfully negotiating the eating-disorders maze: An explorations approach.
Haverford College, Haverford, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1995). Therapy skills in the primary care physician’s office. Chestnut Hill Hospital Family Medicine
Practice, Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1995). Systems theory and illness. Chestnut Hill Hospital Family Medicine Practice, Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1995). System-centered skills for group and individual therapy. Montgomery County School System -
Intermediate Unit, Norristown, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1994). Systems-centered therapy skills for adolescents in an inpatient, residential setting. The Westmeade
Center at Warwic, Warwic, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1994). Systems-centered therapy skills for adults in an inpatient, residential setting. The Westmeade
Center at Wyndmoor, Wyndmoor, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1994). Alternative delivery system provides continuity of care. The Pennsylvania Psychologist, 54, 17.
Ganley, R.M. (1993). Acute-care in a residential setting. The Westmeade Center, Wyndmoor, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1993). Psychotherapy with pre-oedipal patients: A case report. The Institute for Psychoanalytic
Psychotherapies, Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1992). Speeding up the therapy process: Systems-centered individual therapy. The Westmeade Center,
Wyndmoor, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1992). Family patterns, emotional eating and restraint in obesity. Family Systems Medicine, 10, 181-199.
Ganley, R.M. (1992). Anger and assertiveness in adults. Unpublished.
Ganley, R.M. (1990). Integrating individual and family approaches to treatment. American Psychological Association,
Boston, MA.
Ganley, R.M. (1990). The waif and the princess in family systems: Treating bulimia. Pennsylvania Psychological
Association, Split Rock, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1989). Emotion and eating in obesity: A review of the literature. International Journal of Eating
Disorders, Vol. 8, 343-361.
Ganley, R.M. (1989). Sexuality and bulimia: A developmental systems approach. American Association for Marriage
and Family Therapy, San Francisco, CA.
Ganley, R.M. (1989). Family systems in the diagnosis and treatment of bulimia. National Anorexic Aid Society,
Eighth National Conference on Eating Disorders, Columbus, OH.
Ganley, R.M. (1989). Family types and eating disorders. Connecticut Association for Marriage and Family Therapy,
Chester, CT.
Ganley, R.M. (1989). The Barrett-Lennard Relationship Inventory (BLRI): Current and potential uses with family
systems. Family Process, 28, 107-115.
Ganley, R.M. (1989). Combining family systems and psychoanalytic concepts in the understanding and treatment of
bulimia. Unpublished.
Ganley, R.M. (1989). Bulimia: An object relations perspective. Unpublished manuscript.
Ganley, R.M. (1988). Epistemologia, modelli famillari e psicosomatica: Il caso dell’obesita’. In Luigi Onnis (Ed),
Famigila e malattiapsicosomatica. Roma, Italia: La Nuova Italia Scientifica.
Ganley, R., Karpell, M., Enoch, J., & Hunt, D. (1988). Successfully negotiating the eating disorder maze. American
Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. New Orleans, LA.
Ganley, R.M. (1988). Emotions and obesity: The role of family patterns. American Association for Marriage and Family
Therapy. New Orleans, LA.
Ganley, R.M. (1988). Emotional eating and how it relates to dietary restraint, disinhibition, and perceived hunger.
International Journal of Eating Disorders, 7, 635-647.
Ganley, R., & Markee, M. (1988). The recovery process: Building ongoing support. The Renfrew Center.
Philadelphia, PA.
Coulter, R., & Ganley, R. (1988). Bulimic family patterns. Pennsylvania Association for Marriage and Family
Therapy. Fort Washington, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1988). Treatment of eating disorders in an outpatient setting. University of Delaware, Newark, DE.
Ganley, R., & Parnes, E. (1987). Psychoanalytic and family systems concepts in the diagnosis and treatment of
eating disorders. Institute for Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1987). Involving families in the treatment of eating disorders. The Renfrew Center, Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1986). Epistemology, family patterns, and psychosomatics: The case of obesity. Family Process,
25, 437-451.
Ganley, R.M. (1986). Live consultation in marital therapy. Northwestern Psychiatric Institute, Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1986). The use of anatomically correct dolls in therapy with victims of sexual abuse. Northwest Center,
Philadelphia, PA.
Ganley, R.M. (1984). Obesity, emotion, and family patterns. Dissertation Abstracts International, 45B(6).
(University Microfilms DA8419761).
Olson, R.P., Ganley, R., Devine, V.T., & Dorsey, G.C. (1981). Long-term effects of behavioral versus insight oriented
therapy with inpatient alcoholics. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 49, 866-877.
MEMBERSHIPS
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American Group Psychotherapy Association
Pennsylvania Psychological Association
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