Ron Ringo, PhD, MCht., LSW

Emotional and psychological trauma is “Life Trauma”.
“Life Trauma” is the result of extraordinarily stressful events that shatter your sense of security, making you feel helpless and vulnerable in a dangerous world. With the help of Ron, the Reality Doc, you can reach your goals in love, business, and relationships. I am here to assist you on your path.

Ronald R. Ringo, Jr., PhD, LSW, CTS, MAC, CST, TFTdx, Actor, is a native of Southern California. He holds numerous degrees and a Doctorate of Philosophy in Counseling. He has been a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Social Worker since 1991. He has national certifications as a Master Addictions Counselor (MAC), a Certified Clinical Criminal Justice Specialist (CCCJS), an internationally Certified Trauma Training Specialist (CTTS), and a Loss and Grief Specialist.

Ron is also a Clinical Pastoral Education Supervisor through the World Spiritual Health Organization. He also holds several certifications in healing therapy modalities, such as Cranial Sacral and Thought Field Therapies. He recently served as the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) California & National Chaplain from 2011-2014.

Dr. Ringo has served with Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard units worldwide. He designed the original Marine Corps’ “Warrior Transition Program”. Ron was featured in CNN's New Hour program and in the award-winning documentary film on trauma and war entitled “Between Iraq and a Hard Place,” which has been on the History, Military, and Discovery Channels.

As an International Master Instructor for ASIST, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, PAIRS, relationship Training, and other programs he and his wife, Shirley, designed, Ron has become recognized as one of the leading experts in grief, loss, and emotional trauma. He is affectionately known as the “Reality Doc”.

As a Marine, Police Officer, Educator, Social Worker, Counselor, and Clergy, Ron’s challenging life and experience have been the catalyst for his passion for “Life Trauma” healing and development of human potential. Through keynote speaking, writing, training, and coaching, Ron empowers his listeners with innovative strategies for life balance, personal integrity, communication, and “Energizing others with Hope.”