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