Biographies

Scott McGarrahan
Founder

Scott McGarrahan founded Resolution Ranch in March of 2004 with the goal of helping teen boys grow and address their problems in a positive, nurturing environment.

Scott grew up in Arlington, Texas and attended the University of New Mexico.

Before founding the Ranch, Scott spent eight years playing professional football in the National Football League, where he played for the Green Bay Packers, Miami Dolphins, Tennessee Titans and San Diego Chargers.

While playing for the Titans, Scott realized he wanted to do something that would help young men in the same way that football had been a positive influence in his own life. Throughout his career, Scott had volunteered for such organizations as the Habitat for Humanity, Children’s Miracle Network, and the D.A.R.E. program, but he realized he could have the greatest impact by creating a facility specializing in counseling and academics for adolescent boys.

When he’s not working, Scott enjoys fishing and playing golf and spending time with his wife Lindsay and two dogs Belle and Cooper.

Neal Staab, LCCA
Administrator

Neal Staab is a licensed child-care administrator who joined Resolution Ranch in 2005 as the Administrator. Neal joins the Ranch with 8 years of experience in residential care. He is a member of The International Association of Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certified Instructors®, the international standard for violence prevention and intervention training.

Neal holds degrees in sociology and criminal justice from the University of Texas, El Paso (UTEP), where he was on a full athletic scholarship for football. Neal’s tough experiences as a youth and later as a student athlete have taught him discipline, consistency and the ability to overcome adversity. These lessons have helped him better relate to residents and build relationships that contribute to their success.

When he's not at the Ranch, Neal lives in Irving with his wife and baby girl Emery. His hobbies include weight lifting, CrossFit, and playing basketball with Ranch residents.

Chris Langley,LMFT,LCCA
Program Director

Chris Langley moved to Texas and became Program Director at Resolution Ranch in 2005. Chris is in charge of treatment planning and intake assessment coordination.

Chris graduated from La Sierra University in 1996 with a bachelors of science in psychology with a clinical emphasis. He then attended Loma Linda University, where he received his masters in marriage and family science as well as certificates in alcohol drug abuse and family life education. Chris is also an AMFT Member.

After graduation, Chris worked as a therapist and case manager at Rancho Damacitas, a group home for boys with severe emotional and behavioral issues. There he advanced to Intake Coordinator and then Program Director. Chris next served as Social Services Manager/Intake Coordinator at St. Frances Home for Children, a foster home in Sacramento.

Chris is a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy and has completed numerous continuing education classes focused on addiction and behavior issues related to teenage boys. He is a Licensed Child-Care Administrator and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. In his spare time, you’ll find him reading or playing basketball.