About Robert F. Mannis Ph. D
Robert F. Mannis Ph.D, is a clinical psychologist in Frederick, MD.
Dr. Mannis has won several awards in clinical excellence and according to the Google measure, is ranked #1 out of 48 psychotherapists in the Greater Frederick Maryland area. Dr. Mannis has over 40 years of clinical experience. He has worked in a variety of clinical settings throughout his professional career. He has worked at a community mental health clinic, two psychiatric hospitals, and was the consulting psychologist to the Fredrick County Adult Detention Center for several Years in the 1990's. He earned his Doctoral degree from the University of Maryland. He has worked in private practice for the last 35 years.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dr. Mannis has a strong interest in a cognitive behavioral therapeutic approach to anxiety and phobias. Additionally he has maintained a lifelong interest in the Jungian approach to the treatment of adult malaise, the “midlife conflict,” and depression.
Achievements
In his personal life Dr. Mannis achieved the rank of Eagle Scout as a young adolescent.
He obtained his undergraduate degree from Rider University with a major in finance.
He served two years of active duty in the Medical Service Corp, U.S. Army, as a Data Systems Analyst.
He left active duty with the rank of First Lieutenant.
He is currently Ranked #1 of 48 Psychologists in the Frederick, Maryland area!
The Jungian Approach
Dr. Mannis is a founding and lifelong member of the Jung Society of Washington D.C.
He has published in the Utne Reader and has spoken both regionally and nationally. He published his book, Ars Nova, in 2015. His most recent book, the Tao of Alchemy, was published by Chiron Publishers in 2026. If you are especially interested in the union approach, please visit his website https://www.arsnovaalchemy.com/
He spoke to the International Foundation of Sonography Education and Research in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Mannis focused on the problem and treatment of student anxiety in clinical settings.
Then Dr. Mannis has spoken at the prestigious C.G. Jung Institute in NYC on the subject of masculine growth and development.
