Ethel Perry

Dr. Ethel Perry joined Walden University in 2018 as Contributing Faculty in the PhD Psychology Program and is a PhD, Walden alumna. Her formal training is in health, psychology, clinical psychology, counseling and guidance, and forensic psychology, where she has served in various roles over her 30+ year career. Dr. Perry's current research interests include qualitative research regarding the health-related quality-of-life experiences of African Americans living with autoimmune diseases such as Ankylosing Spondylitis, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Addison's disease, Lupus, Sjogren's Syndrome, Juvenile Diabetes, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Fibromyalgia. Research interests also include health-related quality of life in living with a neurological disorder such as Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, and Myoclonus - involuntary movements. Another research interest is African Americans' perceptions of racial tensions and healthcare disparities. Dr. Perry is a strong advocate for mentally impaired offenders and a healthcare advocate. Presently Dr. Perry is writing a book on the 'dissertation journey' and a second book on 'a cup of tea for the autoimmune journey.' For accomplishments, Dr. Perry received in July 2020 the Walden University School of Psychology Award of Excellence Outstanding Dissertation Chair, and in January 2023, the Walden University Certificate of Achievement Faculty Excellence Award, College of Psychology and Community Services and College of Allied Health.

Courses Taught

RSCH 8360 - Advanced Qualitative Reasoning and Analysis

RSCH 8310 - Qualitative Reasoning and Analysis

PSYC 8185 - Writing a Quality Prospectus

DPSY 9000 - Dissertation Research

Education

PhD, Walden University

MA, Texas Southern University

BA, Texas Southern University

Public Service

Hands of Healing Residential Treatment Center, Inc., Board Member - Baytown

Citizens Bond Advisory Committee, Committee Member - Humble

Awards / Honors

Faculty Excellence Award, Walden University, 2023

Walden University School of Psychology Award of Excellence Outstanding Dissertation Chair , Walden University, 2020

Vision Award, Adult Protective Services, 2008

Board of Directors of the Mental Health Association of Texas and the Texas Department of Mental Health Award for Ourstanding Speaker, Board of Directors of the Mental Health Association of Texas and Texas Department of Mental Health, 2004

Unplugged Spirit Award, Texas Department of Criminal Justice , 2004

Presentations

Stadtlander, L. M., Perry, E. D., Gjellstad, L. M., Long, J. M. (2023). Walden University “Doctoral Mentoring Master Classes – Research Recruitment” . Walden University

Stadtlander, L. M., Perry, E. H., Lynn, L. A., Cullen, C. B., Vasileios, M. (2022). Walden Doctoral Mentoring Master Classes - Understanding, & Mentoring Online Doctoral Students for Success. Walden University

Perry, E. D., Burkholder, G. J. (2022). The Dissertation Journey: Realities, Challenges, and Rewards of the Dissertation Journey. Walden University

Perry, E. D. (2020). Research Talks. Walden University

Marcus, S. H., Perry, E. D., Verdinelli, S. (2020). How to Approach Designing a Qualitative Study. Walden University

Perry, E. D. (2016). Hope Against Hope - Training on the Overview of The Texas Mental Health System. Texas Board of Pardons and Parole

Perry, E. D. (2015). Geriatrics and Fibromyalgia. Aging in America

Perry, E. D. (2015). On the Rise: Prescription Drugs, Substance Abuse And Addiction Among Elders. Aging in America

Perry, E. D. (2014). Aging Offenders: Reintegration And Mental Health. Aging in America

Perry, E. D. (2008). Working With the Mentally Impaired Offender. Texas Corrections Association

Perry, E. D. (2008). Hope Against Hope. Adult Protective Services

Perry, E. D. (2004). Jail Diversion. Board of Directors of The Mental Health Association in Texas and the Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation

Perry, E. D. (2004). There Is Hope In Working With The Mentally Impaired Offender. Texas Department of Criminal Justice Community Justice Assistance Division

Perry, E. D. (2002). Mental Illness and The Criminal Defendant. Harris County Criminal Courts

Perry, E. D. (2002). Come Together...Right Now...Over Me. Texas Juvenile Probation Commission

Perry, E. D. (2002). Collaboration Between Mental Health and Criminal Justice Is Not An Unnatural Act. Texas Department of Criminal Justice Community Justice Assistance Division