Meet Dr. Ray W. Christner
Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP
Dr. Christner received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the California University of Pennsylvania (now Pennsylvania Western University, California), where he continued to complete a Master’s degree and certification in School Psychology. He worked as a school psychologist for several years before returning to school for further education. He earned his Masters and Doctoral degrees in Clinical Psychology from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM; now The PCOM School of Professional and Applied Psychology).
While he now provides all clinical services through his independent practice, Dr. Christner remains the founding President of Cognitive Health Solutions, LLC. His experience in psychology and mental health includes working with children, adolescents, and adults in various settings (e.g., outpatient practices, schools, clinics, medical settings, colleges, prisons, etc.). He has expertise in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), psychotherapy integration, psychological and neuropsychological assessment, clinical diagnosis, and case conceptualization for various neurodevelopmental and mental health disorders.
Dr. Christner is a renowned writer and presenter in psychology and education. He is often requested to provide training, interviews, and media appearances. He has authored and edited numerous books, chapters, and articles. He has participated in over 150 professional presentations and speaking engagements about psychology, mental health, psychotherapy, psychological assessment, and wellness. Dr. Christner is developing a psychological test for Psychological Assessment Resources (PAR). In addition, he is a co-host of a popular podcast, Psyched to Practice.
