Dr. Jeffrey L. Perron
Dr. Jeff Perron, MBA, C.Psych, is a Clinical Psychologist with a profound commitment to assisting clients in navigating life’s challenges. Drawing from his extensive academic background and clinical experience, he believes in empowering individuals to align their actions with their core values, fostering resilience, and facilitating meaningful life changes.
He balances a warm and empathetic approach with concrete problem solving. Dr. Perron’s writing at The Psychology of Happiness reflects his passion for promoting well-being and provides insightful perspectives on cultivating happiness and fulfillment in everyday life.
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About Jeffrey
Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario (2012-2018)
M.B.A. with Co-op Option, Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo, Ontario (2008-2010)
Honours B.A. in Psychology, Summa Cum Laude, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario (2004-2008)
Registered Clinical Psychologist, College of Psychologists of Ontario, License #6636
Specifically, Dr. Perron’s practice focuses on treatment related to:
Positive psychology
Seeking meaning and fulfilment
Workplace challenges and career changes
Stress and burnout
Interpersonal and relationship goals
Lifestyle goals and changes
Generalized anxiety
Low mood and depression
Grief and loss
Dr. Perron adopts a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) approach to therapy, emphasizing the identification of values and their alignment with clients’ actions. Under the CBT umbrella, his work centers around:
Schema Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)-informed Therapy
Dr. Perron has earned a number of academic and professional awards and recognitions over the course of his career, including:
2018 ONtrepreneurs Award, Ontario Brain Institute (Partially-Deferred)
2016 SmartStart Seed Fund Grant, Ontario Centres for Excellence
2016 Quality Fund Award, BlueCross BlueShield NE
2016 Top Five Start-Up Award, Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa
2012-6 Graduate Scholarship, University of Ottawa, Faculty of Graduate and
Postdoctoral Studies
2006-8 Dean’s Honour List, McMaster University
Dr. Perron engages in ongoing professional development outside of his clinical practice. He builds on the extensive coursework completed as part of his training in University of Ottawa’s Clinical Psychology program. The program is structured according to a Scientist-Practitioner model and, as such, Dr. Perron completed a rigorous research program leading to a doctoral thesis, in addition to his clinical training.
His clinical training included intensive practicum work at sites such as The Ottawa Hospital Rehabilitation Centre, Dr. Peggy Kleinplatz’s Sexual Health Clinic, and the Centre for Psychological Services and Research.
His doctoral training culminated in 2018 with a year-long Residency at the OICBT.
Dr. Perron has held numerous clinical and supervisory roles within clinical psychology, as well as health administration and private enterprise, including:
2015-2018 Founder
TruReach Health Incorporated
2012-2015 Teaching Assistant
University of Ottawa, School of Psychology
2013 Ad Hoc Reviewer
Professional Psychology: Research and Practice
2012 Ad Hoc Reviewer
Journal of Family Issues
2011-2012 Human Resources Manager
South East Toronto Family Health Team, Toronto, Ontario
2010-2011 Project Lead
Lakeridge Health, Oshawa, Ontario
2009 Health Administration Resident
Toronto East General Hospital, Toronto, Ontario
2009 Research Analyst
nGenera (later Moxie Insights; acquired by NICE Ltd), Toronto, Ontario
Dr. Perron has contributed to several publications and conferences, including the Annual Convention of the Canadian Psychological Association. His research focused on topics such Stage of Change Readiness among parents, management and implementation science, service access barriers for homeless youth, and resilience among homeless youth.