Dr. Derek Hopson, FL Psychologist
Experienced psychologist focusing on practical coping skills
Book with DerekWorks with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Depression
How Derek works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- FL Psychologist
- Licensed in
- Florida
- Years in practice
- 40
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Derek
Dr. Derek Hopson is a clinical psychologist practicing in Florida. He has four decades of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, anger, addiction, depression, and grief.
He speaks English and accepts international clients. His credential is FL Psychologist PY7409. Dr.
Hopson keeps sessions straightforward and focused on practical steps. He listens closely and adapts to each person’s needs. Conversations are respectful and aimed at building realistic coping skills and clearer communication.
Background and approach
Across a long career he has worked in inpatient psychiatric hospitals, outpatient clinics, and independent practice. That range means he is comfortable supporting people through intense crises as well as ongoing life challenges. He has experience with first responder and veteran issues, caregiver stress, blended family concerns, and aging-related matters.
Clinically he uses approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered therapy, Mindfulness therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Those methods guide practical strategies for changing unhelpful patterns and handling strong emotions like anger. His style is open, caring, and direct.
Dr. Hopson helps people set reachable goals and work toward them step by step. He focuses on what will help someone function better day to day.
People who reach out can expect a collaborative process that honors individual background and values. He aims to support growth, improve coping, and help people move toward a more satisfying life.
What Derek works with
Everything Derek lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Derek's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Depression
- 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
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Co-morbidity
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Derek lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts without letting them dictate behavior. It focuses on committing to actions that match personal values while learning to accept uncomfortable feelings, which can be helpful for anger, anxiety, and life changes.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches skills to identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. It is practical and goal-oriented, often used for anxiety, depression, addiction, and anger management.
Client-Centered Therapy centers the person’s experience and priorities. Sessions are collaborative and nonjudgmental, with the therapist following the client's lead to build insight and self-directed change.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust those methods over time.
Online therapy offers flexibility for people with busy schedules or limited mobility. Video calls let you use visual cues for richer conversation. Phone sessions require less bandwidth and can fit into a short break. Live chat and text messaging provide quick check-ins and ongoing support between longer sessions. These options help people keep therapy consistent while fitting it into everyday life.
Questions people ask about Derek
What concerns does Dr. Hopson address?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, addiction, depression, trauma, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting concerns, self-esteem, bipolar mood issues, and compassion fatigue among other problems.
What is his therapy style like?
His approach is caring and straightforward. He listens closely and helps people set practical goals and coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 40 years of experience across inpatient psychiatric hospitals, outpatient clinics, and independent practice settings.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is listed as FL Psychologist PY7409 and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How are costs and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.