Ron

Dr Ron Perry

Psychologist

“An experienced, compassionate psychologist working with primarily adults and adolescents and specializing in addictions and dual diagnosis.”

About Me

As an experienced, compassionate psychologist, I support adults and adolescents facing addictions and dual diagnosis. My focus is on helping you understand these challenges. We work together to find paths towards lasting change. I offer tailored support, creating a safe space for you to explore your experiences without judgment. This blend of expertise and empathy suits clients seeking clear guidance and a steady hand in recovery.

Approach

Specializing in addictions and dual diagnosis, I set a steady, practical tone that helps you make sense of patterns without feeling overwhelmed. In my Berkeley office or via secure online sessions in English, we move at a pace you can manage: focused check-ins, short experiments between meetings, and clear psychoeducation that links feelings to behaviour. Sessions are collaborative and concrete, often blending careful assessment with curiosity about dreams and coping choices. People seeking steady, evidence-minded support through change tend to find this approach helpful.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Clinical Supervision

    Professional oversight and reflective practice for clinical practitioners, ensuring quality of care and supporting ongoing development.

  • Consultation

    An initial meeting with a therapist to discuss concerns, ask questions, and determine whether they are the right fit.

  • Dream Analysis

    A technique that explores the themes, symbols, and emotions in dreams to uncover unconscious thoughts and unresolved feelings.

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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Psychoeducation

    Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.

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  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

  • Psychology

    The scientific study and clinical practice of understanding the mind, emotions, and behaviour, applied to promote healthier functioning.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

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  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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  • Behaviour or Conduct Issues

    Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.

  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • LGBTQI+ Support

    The unique psychological experiences of LGBTQI+ individuals, including identity exploration, coming out, discrimination, minority stress, and relationship dynamics.

  • Personal Development

    The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

  • PTSD

    Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a condition that develops after a traumatic event, causing flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness.

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Professional Title:

  • Psychologist

    A professional trained to assess and treat mental health conditions using evidence-based psychological methods.

Credentials

Registrations

Professional Regulatory Board of Psychology

Psychologist

Qualifications

California Southern University

Memberships

American Psychological Association (APA)

Service Areas

Dr. Ron Perry

In-person & Online

Grand Lake

Oakland, California 94610

United States

Also serving online:

Oakland