What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.89
Average wait time
4.97
Bedside manner
4.94
“First tile ive been able to open up to a therapist, he’s fantastic and im looking forward to my next session.”
GVMore than 1 year ago
“Derek is great at steering concersations in a qay that helps you get to the root cause of your thoughts.”
NKMore than 1 year ago
About Derek Thompson
Focus areas
Anxiety
Depression
Sexual Behavior Problems
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Trauma Focused
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Derek Thompson
Hello there, I am looking forward to working with you. I know people seek therapy for a variety of reasons, from short-term struggles to lifelong issues. I meet my clients where they are, offering support as they progress. Throughout my professional career, I have worked with clients of different ages, races, and sexual orientations. Drawing from my education—a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Western Michigan University and a Bachelor’s from Southern Virginia University—as well as my wealth of experience and resources, I provide a therapy experience that is both comfortable and productive.
I work with clients ages 18 to 65 who are experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, obsessive-compulsive disorder, couples therapy, relationship issues, self-esteem problems, sleep disorders, stress, men’s and women’s issues, trauma, PTSD, impulse and control disorders, mood disorders, and sexual behavior problems. I use an eclectic variety of modalities to ensure the most effective techniques for each client. My go-to tools are trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy.
If this is the care you are searching for, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I believe that people seek out counseling for a variety of reasons, for long-term issues, as well as struggles that are situational and more short-term in nature. Through the therapeutic relationship, I meet the client where they are in a non-judgmental manner to be a support for them to progress through whichever struggle they may be faced with.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Western Michigan University, Master's in Counseling Psychology
- Southern Virginia University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1619104403
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.89
Wait time
4.97
Bedside manner
4.94
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38 reviews
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First tile ive been able to open up to a therapist, he’s fantastic and im looking forward to my next session.
More than 1 year agoGV
Derek is great at steering concersations in a qay that helps you get to the root cause of your thoughts.
More than 1 year agoNK
Derek was very easy to talk to, compassionate, and down-to-earth.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
My wife and I had a good experience and look forward to meeting with Derek again.
More than 1 year agoLH
I am hopeful that I will get the help I am looking for with Derek.
More than 1 year agoNK
I have had a very positive experience working with Derek.
More than 1 year agoCA
I always enjoy our sessions and thwyre very helpful
More than 1 year agoBD
Visit was great, Derek was very pleasant to talk to.
More than 1 year agoKE
Very calming first experience
More than 1 year agoAM
It was a nice first session for us. Thank you
More than 1 year agoAJ
Great
More than 1 year agoDM
Good forst visit
More than 1 year agoJW
I Initial Evaluation was very Good !
More than 1 year agoBR
Derek is by far the best therapist I have had the privilege of seeing. He has guided me through very difficult times in my life and facilitated changes that have allowedme to feel better than I have in years.
More than 1 year agoDG
Derek was very professional and non judgmental
More than 1 year agoAG
Mr Thompson is an excellent and patient listener
July 12, 2023Abdul G.Verified patientVideo visit
Derek is a great listener and is able to manage the conversation in our couples therapy sessioms really well. He is thoughtful and insightful and his bedside manner is great. Sessions with him are a really useful use of our time.
More than 1 year agoAB
very helpful
More than 1 year agoMK
Im looking forward to our next meeting.
More than 1 year agoBD
Derrick is great very smart and I can tell he takes his time to think and reapond to what ai am talking about before just saying the first thing that comes to mind. Its a nice feeling knowing he will take his time and make sure the right things are being said in the right way.
More than 1 year agoJS
Derek is very knowledgeable, helpful and supportive. He provides tools and compassionate understanding to support goals and effective plans for
progress.
More than 1 year agoJK
Derek has been so patient and understanding. He's been incredibly attentive to our needs and makes us feel comfortable. In just a few sessions, we've
learned so much.
More than 1 year agoST
It was fine. I'm not that into therapy and wish you all had therapists other than social workers as I'm not that comfortable working with a social worker. But Derek was patient and understanding, I'm going to give him a shot.
More than 1 year agoAG
Too early to tell.
More than 1 year agoJB
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Is Derek Thompson accepting new patients?
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Does Derek Thompson accept my insurance?
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What practice does Derek Thompson work with?
Derek Thompson works with SohoMD.
What are common reasons for patients to see Derek Thompson?
Derek Thompson frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Derek Thompson on their profile.
What languages does Derek Thompson speak?
Derek Thompson speaks English.
How do patients rate Derek Thompson in reviews?
38 patients have reviewed Derek Thompson. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.89/5. They have a 4.94/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.97/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.