Derek Ream, Psy.D., M.S.

Hi there! I’m Dr. Derek Ream, a Psychologist and the Owner and CEO of Sugar Land Psychological Associates. My practice is centered on psychological assessments and individual therapy, with expertise in both clinical and forensic evaluations. I provide comprehensive assessments to guide diagnosis and treatment planning, alongside tailored therapy for individuals facing insomnia, bipolar and unipolar depression, anxiety, and OCD. Additionally, I have extensive experience working with veterans, active duty military, and law enforcement.

My professional background includes previous roles as an Assistant Professor at Baylor College of Medicine, a Psychologist in the Substance Disorders Treatment Program at the Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center, an Adjunct Professor at Clark State College, and a Forensic Psychologist with Forum Ohio, LLC. In academia, I’ve published peer-reviewed book chapters and journal abstracts, and presented extensively in the areas of neuropsychology, rehabilitation psychology, and cognitive neuroscience at various national and international conferences.

Aside from my clinical work, I serve as President of Fort Bend Psychological Association and serve on the Prescribing Psychology “RxP” Committee of the Texas Psychological Association. On a personal note, I’m married to Dr. Andre Fernandes, and we share our home with our two dogs, Giovani and Annie. Before I became a psychologist, I was a professional orchestral bass trombonist, having performed with a variety of orchestras across the U.S., and trained at the New England Conservatory of Music, which gives me a unique perspective in my current work.