
Dr. Kenneth J. Manges Forensic Psychologist | Vocational Specialist | TEDX Keynote Speaker
Phone (513) 784-1333 | Fax (513) 338-1920
Email: drmanges@gmail.com | Website: drmanges.com
Dr. Manges is a certified forensic psychologist,and court-qualified expert witness for criminal and civil matters, litigation consultant, rehabilitation therapist, vocational expert, clinical therapist, collaboratively trained family and vocational specialist, and speaker. With 40+ years of experience as a problem solver, Dr. Manges is recognized by litigators, judges, individuals, corporations, and HR departments for his preparedness and his ability to communicate. Dr. Manges is known for his ability to convey complex information in a concise, understandable, and memorable way.
Mission
To offer my expertise in resolving problems that recognize my clients’ unique situations. My goal is to help others understand the message I have been asked to present, whether in court as an expert, to an individual struggling with their own personal needs or a group wanting to communicate with their workers and stakeholders.
Strengths
Dr. Manges is a compassionate clinician and evaluator who provides his professional in a myriad of settings. I pride myself on appreciating the needs of the listener, whether that’s at trial to a judge or jury, a professional group, a community organization, or an adult learner. I am mindful and considerate of the person or circumstance being spoken about, along with the cultural needs of my audience.
Current work experience:
1/86: Present Dr. Kenneth J. Manges & Associates, Cincinnati, Ohio, As a manager, consultant, evaluator, supervisor, clinical psychologist-therapist, forensic psychologist, vocational rehabilitation specialist, and expert witness.
EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES:
- Certification training, Collaborative Family Relations, and Vocational Specialist 02/2019-02/2019.
- Certified International Psychometric Evaluator 01/2018 to present.
- Certified training at Tier 3 for Star Behavioral Health Providers (Military Sensitivity Training) 02/2015 and 03/2017.
- Certification training as a Trainer of Emergency Responders, 03/2004-03/2004.
- Certification training as an Ohio DMH Emergency Responder, 03/2003-03/2003.
- Certification training in Bereavement, 04/2001– 04/2001.
- Certification training in mediation, Harvard University, MA., 02/2000-02/2000.
- Certified Forensic Psychologist, University of Virginia, 4/1984-04/1984.
- Certified Vocational Evaluator, 01/1990-01/1990.
- Ph.D., in Psychology, University of Maryland, 06/1972-06/1974.
- Master’s of Science, in Psychology, Brooklyn College, New York, 06/1970-06/1973.
- B.A., in Psychology, Adelphi University, New York, 06/1967-06/1970.

PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS
- Licensed Psychologist, Ohio 1985 to present.
- Licensed Psychologist, West Virginia 1978 to present.
- Diplomate, American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress 1998 to present.
- Diplomate, American Board of Vocational Experts 1998 to present.
- Diplomate, American Board of Forensic Examiners 1997 to present.
- Diplomate, American Board of Professional
- Disability Consultants 1992 to present.
- Diplomate, National Center for Crisis Management 1998 to present.
Qualified in Federal, Civil and Military courts.
Past Work Experiences
- 1/86 – Present Dr. Kenneth J. Manges & Associates, Cincinnati, Ohio
Employment as a clinical psychologist, forensic psychologist, vocational rehabilitation specialist and expert witness. - 9/78 – 1/86 Counseling and Communications Center, Charleston, West Virginia
Employment as a clinical psychologist, forensic psychologist, vocational rehabilitation specialist and expert witness. - 8/77 – 9/78 Bath – Brunswick Mental Health Center, Bath, Maine
Employment as Director of Consultation and School Psychology contract.
9/74 – 8/77-Wheeler Clinic, Plainville, Connecticut
Employment as a clinical psychologist - 8/72 – 9/74 Great Oaks Retardation Center, Silver Springs, Maryland (part time pre-doctoral externship as a psychologist)
INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCES
HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS
Christ Hospital 1986 to present.
Test Development
Manges-Garmize Behavioral Assessment Scale.
Manges, K., and Garmize, L. Copyright, Great Oaks Center, 1973.
Preliminary Diagnostic Questionnaire.
Copyright, Moriarity, J. (Dr. Manges was the editor and project supervisor.)
Contributions
Contributing Editor, Journal of Forensic Vocational Assessment 2000 to present Monthly
Columnist for the American Israelite: Psychologically Speaking Column: 12/2020 to present.
Two-term Past President of the American Board of Vocational Experts (1999-2000)Co-author, Working in the Community, 8th Annual Institute 1979.
Former Instructor in Forensic Psychology, Doctoral Program at Union Institute, OH, 1998. Former instructor in psychology, master’s program in Psychology at the College of Graduate Studies, WV. 1984.
