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. 

My professional background includes extensive training and work experience in several inpatient, residential, and outpatient psychiatric facilities within the VA Healthcare System, where I have evaluated and treated individuals with substance use disorders, trauma, chronic pain, severe mental illnesses, and neuropsychological impairments. Additionally, I have extensive experience working with veterans, active duty military, and law enforcement.

I have held 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 have published peer-reviewed book chapters and journal abstracts and have presented extensively in the areas of neuropsychology, rehabilitation psychology, and cognitive neuroscience at various national and international conferences.

Aside from my work as a psychologist and running a practice, 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.