Business Details
Comprehensive Psychological Services in Berkeley, CA
Dr. Ron Perry is a licensed psychologist in California with over two decades of experience providing psychotherapy, counseling, and psychological assessments. Specializing in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use disorders, and relationship issues, our practice emphasizes client-centered care rooted in acceptance and respect. Our team includes highly trained interns supervised by Dr. Perry, offering accessible mental health services for individuals, couples, and groups.With academic leadership experience as former Chair of JFK University's Counseling Psychology program and current faculty roles at National University, we integrate clinical expertise with evidence-based practices. Our services extend to clinical supervision for mental health professionals and comprehensive psychological evaluations for diagnostic clarity.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Psychological Assessments
Clinical Supervision
Group Therapy
Substance Use Treatment
Trauma Recovery
Career Counseling
Neuropsychological Testing
Mental Health Consultation
Highlights and features
- Specialized expertise in treating trauma, addiction, and complex mental health conditions
- Sliding scale options for financially constrained clients with supervised intern therapists
- Clinical supervision services for mental health professionals seeking licensure
- Academic leadership background in graduate-level psychology education
- Culturally inclusive practice welcoming diverse backgrounds and identities
Associations and certifications
- Licensed Psychologist in California (PSY 22242)
- National Certified Counselor
- American Psychological Association
Services
Individual Therapy
Individual psychotherapy addresses depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions through evidence-based techniques. Our therapists help clients develop healthy coping strategies for emotional challenges and relationship issues. Sessions focus on replacing destructive patterns with constructive behaviors to improve overall well-being.
Psychological Assessments
Comprehensive psychological testing identifies cognitive strengths, personality traits, and mental health conditions. These assessments aid diagnosis for complex cases and inform treatment planning. Services include neuropsychological evaluations for brain injury and dementia, as well as vocational aptitude testing.
Clinical Supervision
Supervision services support mental health professionals pursuing licensure. Experienced guidance covers clinical practice, ethical standards, and specialized treatment approaches. Available for both individual practitioners and organizational training programs across the Bay Area.
Couples Counseling
Couples therapy improves communication and conflict resolution between partners. Our approach helps relationships navigate challenges through structured sessions that develop negotiation skills and mutual understanding. Services available for all relationship types regardless of marital status.
Group Therapy
Structured group sessions create peer support networks for shared mental health challenges. Participants benefit from collective experiences while maintaining individual progress. Groups operate alongside individual therapy or as standalone treatment modalities.
People
Ron Perry
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Ron Perry is a California-licensed psychologist with specialization in trauma, addiction, and mental health counseling. He supervises clinical interns and teaches graduate psychology courses at National University.
Carolyn Ann Schuman
Psychiatrist
Dr. Carolyn Schuman is a board-certified addiction medicine specialist providing psychiatric care and medication management services for mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
Rick Sax
Associate Therapist
Rick Sax is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist offering supervised counseling services for individuals and couples seeking mental health support and relationship improvement.
Questions
What mental health issues do you treat?
We specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use disorders, relationship issues, and life transitions using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Do you offer sliding scale fees?
Yes, limited sliding scale options are available through supervised doctoral and masters-level interns providing reduced-cost psychotherapy services.
What types of psychological assessments are available?
We offer personality, cognitive, vocational, and neuropsychological assessments for diagnostic clarity and treatment planning purposes.
Is therapy confidential?
Therapy sessions maintain strict confidentiality except in cases of imminent self-harm, harm to others, or suspected abuse/neglect as required by law.
Do you accept insurance?
Our office accepts some insurance plans. Contact us directly to verify your specific mental health coverage details.
What therapy formats are available?
We offer individual, couples, and group therapy sessions with flexible scheduling options to accommodate client needs.
