Charles Figley is a highly published university professor in the fields of psychology, family studies, social work, traumatology, and mental health. He is the Florida State University Traumatology Institute Director. He is also a full professor at the Florida State University College of Social Work. Figley is an American Psychological Association fellow, a Fulbright fellow, and holds seven other fellowships.

Dr. Figley is a psychologist, family therapist, and Professor in the College of Social Work at the Florida State University since June 1989. He is formerly Professor of Family Therapy and Psychology at Purdue University . Professor Figley received both of his graduate degrees from the Pennsylvania State University and his undergraduate degree from the University of Hawaii , all in the area of human development.