Benjamin Ryan Rañeses III

Psychologist (RPSY)

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ManilaMember since September 29, 2026

Evidence-based psychotherapy (individual and in groups)Community-oriented clinical interventionsPsychological assessmentArt psychotherapyData collectionData analysisTraining designMixed-methods researchTool developmentCriminogenic risk assessmentBrief therapy

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Evidence-based psychotherapy (individual and in groups)Community-oriented clinical interventionsPsychological assessmentArt psychotherapyData collection

About

I am a registered psychologist with training in evidence-based psychotherapy (individual and in groups), and community-oriented clinical interventions.

Experience in design, implementation, and evaluation of psychosocial programs across correctional, public health, and marginalized community settings.

Experience

RCPC Panel (Psychologist - Alternate Panel) - Regional Alternative Child Care Region 4A Calabarzon

(2026-03)

Provide expert opinion pertaining to psychological assessment and psychological conditions for children and parent adoption applicants

Program Manager/Consultant - RenewHealth Organization Philippines, Inc.

(2024-10)

Leads development, implementation, and evaluation of community-based drug rehabilitation, psychosocial and mental health programs; provides training, facilitation, and technical assistance to LGUs and partners.

Lead Investigator (Project-Based) - FastenAktion Philippines

(2026-03 - 2026-08)

Managed and conducted the impact assessment on psychosocial programs implemented by partner organizations across the Philippines

In-House Psychologist for Programs (Part-time) - Ugat Foundation

(2026-03 - 2026-08)

Provides psychotherapy and counseling sessions, online tele-consult, and group debriefing to the center's clientele.
Design, implement, and monitor trainings and other psychosocial programs of the institution. Provides mentoring and supportive supervision to clinicians-in-training.

Practitioner - ArtPsyche Circle, Inc.

(2014 - 2020)

Designed and delivered art psychotherapy intervention in groups and individuals where children, adolescents, and vulnerable populations were provided and treated

Research Associate - World Health Project Implemented by Nurturing Connections

(2025-01 - 2025-06)

Project: "Behavioral Insights Research on Evidence-Based Parenting in the Philippines". Conducted mixed-methods research on evidence-based parenting, including tool development, data collection, analysis, and technical reporting.

Consultant - United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime

(2024-08 - 2024-12)

Project: "Youth Health Learning Package". Designed baseline assessment methodologies and implementation–evaluation frameworks for youth mental health, HIV-AIDS, gender-based violence, and substance use programs in closed settings (Bahay Pag-asa.

Science Research Specialist I - University of the Philippines - Manila

(2016-08 - 2017-08)

Project: "Drug Use and Behavioral Health, Emerging Interdisciplinary"

Responsible in monitoring and coordination in the development of community-based drug rehabilitation programs. Conducted data collection and data analysis.

Program Development Officer - USAID RenewHealth Project

(2019-10 - 2024-08)

Developed and monitored correctional and community-based drug recovery programs; led training design, research implementation, and justice-sector coordination.
Experience working with LGUs, CSOs, and other government institutions in planning and training and development.