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Nicholas R. Gehle, Psy.D., M.B.A
Professional License
State of Florida Department of Health – Division of Medical Quality Assurance
Licensed Psychologist - PY 8489
February 9, 2012
Expires: May 31, 2016
Educational Experience
Wright State University – Dayton, OH
School of Professional Psychology (APA Accredited)
Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) Clinical Psychology
Graduation Date – September 15, 2010
Dissertation Title: Developing a Comprehensive Program for High-Conflict Divorce Couples
Chair: James Dobbins, Ph.D., ABPP
Raj Soin School of Business
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Graduation Date – September 15, 2010
Cleveland State University – Cleveland, OH
Master of Arts (M.A.) Clinical/Counseling Psychology
Completed required coursework – August 2002 to May 2004
Bowling Green State University – Bowling Green, OH
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – Psychology; Minor – Cognate Fields
Graduation Date – May 2002
Owner
Gehle Psychological Solutions, LLC March 2015 to Present
Owner/Licensed Psychologist
· Perform clinical evaluations and assessments
· Provide consultation for local and regional businesses
· Lead group therapy including Anger Management and Interpersonal Groups
· Provide individual, couple, and family therapeutic services to a diverse population of clients
Employment
Hope Counseling Services March 2012 to Present
Licensed Psychologist
· Perform clinical evaluations and assessments (WAIS-IV; WISC-V; WPPSI-IV; WIAT-III; WMS-IV; W-J IV) for the Florida Division of Disability Determination
· Provide supervision for Master-level and post doctorate-level clinicians on clinical evaluations and assessments for the Florida Division of Disability Determination
· Perform clinical assessments (WAIS-IV; WIAT-II; WMS-IV; W-J III, MMPI-II) for the Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
· Provide consultation regarding clients to the Florida Division of Disability Determination and Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
· Develop and engage a group therapy program at Hope Counseling Services
· Lead an eight-week anger management group
· Provide therapeutic services to a diverse population of clients
Supervised Clinical Experience
Matrix Psychological Services September 2010 to September 2011
Clinical Supervisor: Kurt Malkoff, Ph.D.
Psychology Resident
· Provided brief individual, couple, and family therapy to a diverse population in both an Employee Assistance Program and Fee-for-Service model
· Utilized psychological assessment measures (MMPI-2; PAI) to inform therapy
· Typical presenting problems included: depression, anxiety, PTSD, sexual abuse, co-parenting issues, relationship difficulties, coping with divorce, adjustment disorder, anger management, substance/sex addiction and workplace issues
· Consulted with other service providers (i.e., psychiatrists, previous therapists) and referral sources (i.e., Human Resources Director, primary care physicians) as needed
· Provided crisis/emergency services during on-call coverage
Wright State University Counseling and Wellness Services October 2010 to June 2011
Clinical Supervisor: Robert Rando, Ph.D., ABPP
Psychology Resident
· Provided brief individual therapy to college students from a diverse population in terms of age, gender, cultural and ethnic background, religion, sexual orientation, and disability
· Typical presenting problems included: depression, anxiety, PTSD, physical/emotional/ sexual abuse, Axis II disorders, bi-polar disorder, ADHD, interpersonal relationship difficulties, disability issues, suicide/homicide risk assessment, and crisis intervention
· Back-up intake coverage, including diagnostic interview, AOD assessment, crisis intervention, crisis triage
· Consulted with Staff Psychiatrist / Psychiatric Residents, Office of Disability Services, Student Support Services and Office of CommunityStandards and Student Conduct
· Provided consultation to the USAF (Wright Patterson AFB) regarding suicide prevention
Wright State University - Pre-doctoral Internship September 2009 to August 2010
(APA Accredited)
Wright State University Counseling and Wellness Services – Internal Rotation
Clinical Supervisor: Eve Wolf, Ph.D.
Psychology Intern
· Provided brief individual therapy to college students from a diverse population in terms of age, gender, cultural and ethnic background, religion, sexual orientation, and disability
· Typical presenting problems included: depression, anxiety, PTSD, sexual abuse, Axis II disorders, bi-polar disorder, ADHD, interpersonal relationship difficulties, substance abuse/dependence, acculturation stress, adjustment disorder, academic difficulties, and procrastination/time management issues
· Co-facilitated an interpersonal process group
· Weekly walk-in intake coverage, including diagnostic interview, AOD assessment, crisis intervention, crisis triage
· Provided presentations to various departments and classes across campus
· Participated in outreach programming within the university
· Provided crisis/emergency services during weekly on-call coverage
· Consulted with Staff Psychiatrist / Psychiatric Residents, Residential Services (Forest Lane Apts. / Hamilton Hall), Student Support Services and Office of CommunityStandards and Student Conduct
· Provided umbrella supervision for a practicum student
· Developed, facilitated and trained doctoral-level clinicians on a monthly psychoeducationalworkshop addressing relational issues
South Community, Inc. – External Rotation
Clinical Supervisor: Scott Fraser, Ph.D., ABPP
Psychology Intern
· Provided brief individual therapy from a strategic, solution-focused model
· Typical presenting problems included: severe depression, anxiety, PTSD, mood disorders with psychotic features, Axis II disorders, bi-polar disorder, ADHD, grief/loss, substance abuse/dependence, anger/conflict, family issues
· Co-facilitated a full Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills group
· Provided and received weekly live consultation on cases with treatment team
· Consulted with psychiatry, case management, child protective services, and youth/adult probation
· Provided umbrella supervision for practicum students with focus on group and assessment report supervision
· Consulted with and debriefed a community agency through the South Community, Inc. employee assistance program (EAP)
· Provided presentations to various departments within the agency
University of Dayton Counseling Center September 2008 to August 2009
Clinical Supervisor: Stephen Richey-Suttles, Ph.D.
Psychology Trainee
• Provided individual, couple, and group therapy to college students within a brief therapy model
• Provided career counseling to college students with various educational backgrounds
• Provided outreach programs and presentations to various departments and classes across campus
• Participated in outreach programming within the university (i.e., Alcohol Screening Day)
• Conducted adult career assessment batteries
• Conducted weekly intake/diagnostic assessments
• Consulted with in-house psychiatrists regarding the treatment of clients
• Worked with a diverse array of college students in terms of age, gender, cultural and ethnic background, religion, sexual orientation, and presenting problems
Wright State University Counseling and Wellness Services September 2007 to August 2008
Clinical Supervisor: Julie Williams, Psy.D.
Psychology Trainee
· Provided individual and group therapy to college students within a brief therapy model
· Co-facilitated a process-oriented support group for students with disabilities
· Facilitated a skills-based anger management group
· Consulted with University College, the department that serves to help new students involve themselves in the Wright State University learning community
· Provided outreach programs and presentations to various departments and classes across campus
· Participated in outreach programming within the university
(i.e., Depression Screening, Tunnel of Oppression, etc.)
· Provided crisis/emergency services during weekly on-call coverage
· Conducted adult psychological assessment batteries
(i.e., career, ADHD/LD, objective personality, etc.)
· Conducted weekly intake/diagnostic assessments
· Consulted with in-house psychiatrists regarding the treatment of clients
· Worked with a diverse array of college students in terms of age, gender, cultural and ethnic background, religion, sexual orientation, and presenting problems
EmployeeCare of Miami Valley Hospital September 2006 to August 2007
Clinical Supervisor: Thomas Schoer, Ph.D.
Psychology Trainee
· Provided psychotherapy to employees and their families using a brief model at a local Employee Assistance Program
· Typical presenting problems included: depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship problems, work related problems and chronic mental illness
· Worked with a diverse population of clients in terms of age, gender, cultural and ethnic background, religion, and sexual orientation
· Consulted with therapists regarding fitness for duty referrals
· Assisted clients in accessing services across the nation
· Provided crisis/emergency services during weekly on-call coverage
· Received weekly individual and group supervision
Ellis Human Development Institute – Assessment Clinic April 2006 to October 2006
Supervisor: Leon VandeCreek, Ph.D., ABPP
Psychology Trainee (Volunteer)
· Administered comprehensive psychological batteries to individuals and provided diagnostic impressions and treatment recommendations
· Presenting problems included: Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Learning Disability, Anxiety, Giftedness, and various Axis II diagnoses
Montgomery County Children Services – Dayton, OH September 2005 to August 2006
Clinical Supervisor: Kelley Callahan, Psy.D.
Psychology Trainee
· Worked with children and adolescents in foster care, as well as with caseworkers and foster/biological families
· Provided a variety of mental health services including psychoeducational groups, individual, filial and family therapy, psychological evaluations, and intake interviews
· Typical presenting problems included: adjustment issues, depression, anxiety, disturbance of conduct, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder
· Co-facilitated a process-oriented support group for children in foster care
· Facilitated a skills-based anger management group for children in foster care
· Consulted with caseworkers and foster parents regarding behavioral issues, parental issues, and referral options
· Participated in psychoeducational presentations for caseworkers and foster parents
Ohio Department of Youth Services – Cleveland Region September 2003 to April 2004
Clinical Supervisor: Matt Daly, Ph.D.
Psychology Trainee
· Interviewed and assessed youth who were involved with the juvenile justice system
· Typical presenting problems included: Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conduct Disorder, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, adjustment issues, and social skill deficits
· Worked with a diverse array of clients in terms of age, gender, cultural and ethnic background, religion, socio economic status, and presenting problems
· Reviewed files and developed action plans for youth in order help them integrate back into their family and community environments
· Consulted with parole officers concerning the progress of adjudicated youth
Employment History
Greene County Domestic Relations Court September 2008 to October 2011
Independent Contractor
• Facilitated a group workshop for parents who are going through the divorce process.
• The workshop utilized the "Helping Children Succeed after Divorce" handbook, case vignettes, group participation, and psychoeducation.
• The focus of the workshop was on the parent experience of divorce, the parent's perceptions of the child's experience of divorce, and positive co-parenting.
• Goals of the workshop included: providing information early in the divorce process, increase the likelihood of parental cooperation, and give parents information and skills necessary to assist the children.
Dr. Farrell & Associates - Cincinnati, OH September 2008 to August 2009
Clinical Supervisor: Jennifer Stoeckel, Ph.D.
Psychometrician
· Administered and scored of two to three vocational assessment batteries a week with a wide range of client presenting problems and diversity variables
· Test administration was both individual and group
Test measures – WAIS-III, WRAT-4, CAPS
Montgomery County Children Services – Dayton, OH February 2008 to August 2008
Clinical Supervisor: Kelley Callahan, Psy.D.
Psychology Trainee
· Worked with children and adolescents in foster care, as well as with caseworkers and foster/biological families
· Provided mental health checks to all children ages six and above who are not being seen by a mental health provider
· Consulted with caseworkers and foster parents regarding behavioral issues, parental issues, and referral options
· Typical presenting problems included: adjustment issues, depression, anxiety, disturbance of conduct, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Weekend Intervention Program (WIP) January 2007 to August 2008
Supervisor: Phyllis A. Cole, M. A
Junior Counselor
· Conducted drug and alcohol assessments for people who have been court mandated to attend a substance use program
· Co-led psychoeducational groups regarding drugs and alcohol
· Provided treatment recommendations to the referral court based on information gathered during the weekend
Ellis Human Development Institute – Assessment Clinic April 2007 to July 2008
Supervisor: Leon Vandecreek, Ph.D., ABPP
Graduate Assistant
· Worked in the Assessment Clinic at the Ellis Institute, a community mental health clinic, run by Wright State University School of Professional Psychology
· Provided peer supervision of assessment procedures
· Created of the Assessment Clinic Computer Manual
· Collaborated on the development of website material and design
· Provided training to incoming practicum students on assessment procedures
· Administered testing competencies for practicum students
Cleveland State University – Cleveland, Ohio August 2002 to August 2003
Supervisor: Stephen Coleman, Ph.D.
Graduate Assistant
Duties included: administrative work, research development, data analysis, classroom instruction for an undergraduate introductory psychology class.
Berea Children’s Home and Family Services May 2003 to August 2004
Supervisor: Mindy Serk
Community Respite Worker
Duties included: supervised daily activities of children with special needs at day camp in the community and worked on an individual basis with behaviorally handicapped children in a mentoring relationship.
Behavioral Connections of Wood County- Bowling Green, Ohio June 2000 to May 2002
Supervisor: Robert Ruhl
Residential Services Specialist
· Duties included: observed and recorded behaviors and affect of clients with severe mental illness, encouraged appropriate behavior, provided access to medications, and assisted clients with daily activities.
· Administrative duties included: writing monthly assessments, mediating monthly group meeting, and assisting in the development of behavior plans.
Teaching Experience
Argosy University Tampa, FL
Adjunct Faculty – Florida School of Professional Psychology January 2013 to Present
Classes taught: Lifespan Development, Psychology and Trauma
University of Phoenix Temple Terrace, FL
Faculty Candidate – Essentials of Clinical Psychology May 2012 to Present
Classes taught: Essentials of Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Lifespan Development
Wright State University – School of Professional Psychology Dayton, OH
Teaching Assistant – Behavioral Psychotherapy I Fall 2009
Instructor: Richard Sears, Psy.D., MBA, ABPP
Duties included: Develop and teach a class on the behavioral basics of therapy
Tutor – Advanced Statistics & Experimental Design Spring 2006 to Spring 2009
Instructor: Cheryl Meyer, Ph.D., J.D.
Duties included: homework development, test and homework scoring, tutoring students in graduate statistics both individually and in large group settings.
Teaching Assistant – Crisis Intervention Lab Spring 2007 to Fall 2008
Instructor: Scott Fraser, Ph.D., ABPP
· Supervised and processed role-play activities for the Crisis Intervention Lab
· Led group feedback sessions
· Graded weekly case write-ups involving a wide range of crisis situations