Dr. Perry David Passaro, Ph.D.
Preferred Name: Perry
About Me
Licensed psychologist and a diplomate in cognitive therapy serving children, families, adolescents and adults in Newport Beach, California. Specialization in the treatment of behavioral disorders, anxiety spectrum disorders, mood disorders, PTSD and addiction. Utilize an integral theory framework that includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR Therapy and traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Certified SMART facilitator as well as a Friends and Family facilitator for individuals in recovery with dual diagnosis. Identified as one of the Top Ten Psychologists in Orange County, CA.
Education & Experience
B.S. degree in biology, M.S. in Education, Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, Credential in school psychology, school counseling and child welfare and attendance administration. Post doc in Clinical Psychology.
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
Academy of Cognitive Therapy Association for Contextual and Behavioral Sciences EMDRIA
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- ADD/ADHD/Disruptive Behavior Disorders
- Addictions
- Alcohol/Substance Abuse
- Anger Management
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Autism Spectrum
- Bipolar Disorder
- Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
- Chronic Pain
- Dementia
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders
- Domestic Violence
- Family Issues
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Mood Disorders
- Moral Injury
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Phobias
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Psychotic Disorders
- Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
- Schizophrenia
- Self-Harm
- Sexual Abuse
- Sleep Disorders
- Somatic Issues
- Spirituality
- Stress Management
- Suicide Risk
- Survivor's Guilt
- Tic Disorders
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
- Children (4-12)
- Correctional Facility
- Families
- Group
- Juvenile Correctional Facility
- Residential Treatment Facility
- Seniors
- Veteran Center
- Veterans/Military
Insurance
Not in network provider
