About me

Throughout my 40 plus years of experience as a clinical psychologist I developed not only literature and research knowledge in the area of relationships and couples therapy, but have been able to combine this information with life experiences conducting marital and relationship therapy as a married professional. There is no replacement for this combination which enables me as a therapist to relate to my clients’ problems in this area. I offer room for my couples to air their grievances, struggles, emotional pain and focus on building or re-building their relationship in a safe, compassionate, and deeply understanding environment. There are boundaries in my sessions where deliberately cruel, manipulative, emotionally destructive and verbally abusive attacks and behavior are unwelcomed. Foundation of openness, genuineness, trust, empathy, commitment, reciprocity, and mutual focus on goals of the relationship are paramount. The risk, willingness, and courage to work on relationship problems are given the acknowledgement and respect deserved.

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Addictions
  • Relationships
  • Family conflicts
  • Depression
Also experienced in:
Trauma and abuse , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Parenting issues , Anger management , Self esteem , Bipolar disorder , Coping with life changes , Compassion fatigue , Aging and geriatric issues , Blended family issues , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 40

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

FL Psychologist PY7409

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Derek Hopson. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Regain might be different.

Written on Jan 05, 2025 after therapy with Derek for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning relationship

We've made real progress with Dr Hopson, because he has patiently shown us strategies for being mindful of each other's needs, being assertive, and avoiding unconstructive communication when having important discussions. We focus on ourselves and our relationship more now. His gentle, humourous, and authoritative manner make the sessions run smoothly and we'd recommend him personally to anyone.

Written on Nov 06, 2024 after therapy with Derek for 3 months on issues concerning relationship

Dr. Hopson is very knowledgeable and empathetic. He is a good listener and very understanding. He knows how to ask the right questions and help us focus on important things that need to be discussed and resolved. He makes sure to be impartial and be compassionate and reassuring.

Written on Jul 01, 2024 after therapy with Derek for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Dr Hopson, is very knowledgeable and talks in a very soothing manner. He is respectful and balances out the conversations very well.

Written on Jun 15, 2024 after therapy with Derek for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Doctor Derek is amazing and true professional in his job. He helped me alot with my problem and im very thankful to him. If you see and recognize problem don't hesitate to ask for help, it doesn’t mean that you are weak, but strong, take care

Written on Oct 11, 2023 after therapy with Derek for 5 months on issues concerning relationship

Dr. Hopson is wonderful. He’s professional and he’s very gracious.

Written on Apr 03, 2023 after therapy with Derek for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

He is great.

Written on Feb 11, 2023 after therapy with Derek for 5 months on issues concerning relationship

Outstanding therapist who has helped us make huge progress in our relationship

Written on Jan 18, 2023 after therapy with Derek for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning relationship

He is wonderful!

Written on Aug 09, 2022 after therapy with Derek for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

Dr. Hopson is a great therapist that wants the best Interest for his patients. He is very easy to speak with and open up to. Super happy with him as our therapist.

Written on May 19, 2022 after therapy with Derek for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

Dr. Hopson is as professional as they come while being able to relate in ways that help you discover aspects of yourself that were previously unbeknownst.

Written on Feb 09, 2022 after therapy with Derek for 5 months on issues concerning relationship

Dr. Hopson is thoughtful, compassionate, and highly relatable. He has helped us understand each other beyond what We realized was capable. We highly recommend him!

Written on Jan 20, 2022 after therapy with Derek for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

I would sincerely recommend Dr Hopson's expertise in couples therapy. He is relatable, funny and unbiased. He listened attentively and was able to provide the right tools to provide solutions to issues that was faced.

Written on Jan 08, 2022 after therapy with Derek for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

He is very open minded and respectful. Couldn’t have gotten luckier in the circumstances of my situation and I find him very helpful and unbiased

Written on Jul 27, 2021 after therapy with Derek for 9 months on issues concerning relationship

This person has really helped us gain stability and our relationship.

Written on Nov 04, 2020 after therapy with Derek for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

I appreciate Dr. Hopson, his attention to needs and understanding of situations and his provision of help.

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