Gerald Nissley
Dr. Gerald Nissley’s formal training is in clinical psychology where he has served in various roles over his 20+ year career. Dr. Nissley has worked on faculty at a variety of academic programs in psychology and mental health counseling, and he previously developed and directed a graduate counseling program. Dr. Nissley has also provided psychological services in private and group practices, with specialties in forensic and pediatric psychology. At Walden University, he teaches abnormal psychology and has served as a subject matter expert previously. Dr. Nissley has served on numerous doctoral student dissertation committees as a methodologist and chair. He has also served as a university research reviewer of dissertations at Walden.
Dr. Nissley’s current research interests focus primarily on integration of faith into counseling, teaching of psychology, clinical psychology. He has presented at numerous conferences including the American Psychological Association's annual conference. Dr. Nissley has also published numerous book chapters and articles. He is frequently quoted in trade magazines and popular publications.
Courses Taught
PSYC 3004 - Psychological Disorders
Education
PsyD, Capella University
MS, Millersville University
BA, Messiah College
Public Service
E-Health Advisory Committee , Board Member - Austin
Marshall Public Library , Board Member - Marshall
Awards / Honors
Who's Who Among America's Teachers, Who's Who, 2005
Certificate of Honors - Exceptional Skill in Outco, Capella University, 2004
Publications
Hegy, P., Seegobin, W., Reyes, R., Hostler, H., Nissley, G. E., Hart, A. (2007). Relationship with parents, God concept, self-esteem, and relationship intimacy.
Presentations
Nissley, G. E. (2017). The effect of self-disclosure in treatment of individuals with developmental disabilities. Texas Psychological Association