Derek R. — CEO
I work at the intersection of two professions that rarely occupy the same space: forensic psychology and tattooing. I am the owner of Sugar Land Psychological Associates, PLLC, an interdisciplinary group private practice providing therapy, clinical psychological assessment, and forensic services. As a forensic psychologist, I focus exclusively on conducting criminal forensic evaluations and other specialized assessments while overseeing the broader operation, growth, and clinical leadership of the practice. I am also the owner of Derek Ream Tattoos, LLC, a private tattoo studio centered on custom tattoo work and artistic development. Tattooing offers a very different medium, but one that also depends on precision, trust, and the ability to translate complex ideas into something permanent. Although these professions appear unrelated, both are grounded in close observation, disciplined craft, and understanding people beyond surface presentation. In one setting, that work involves forensic analysis, structured evaluation, and high-stakes psychological opinion. In the other, it takes shape through composition, detail, contrast, and permanent visual expression. Both paths reflect the same underlying value: creating work that is deliberate, technically strong, and meaningful.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a dual-expert in Forensic Psychology and Artistic Tattooing.
Location: Houston, Texas, United States
Experience: 3 yrs
Skills
- Forensic Psychology
- Clinical Leadership
- Clinical Psychology
- Substance Abuse Treatment
- Behavioral Health
- Psychiatry
- Teaching
Career Highlights
- Expertise in forensic psychology and clinical leadership.
- Owner of a successful private practice and tattoo studio.
- Strong background in psychological assessment and treatment.
Work Experience
Fort Bend Psychological Association
President (11 mos)
Texas Psychological Association
RxP (Prescribing Psychology) Committee Member (3 yrs 6 mos)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Clinical Psychologist (1 yr 1 mo)
Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Clinical Psychology (1 yr 1 mo)
Internship in Health Service Psychology (11 mos)
Sugar Land Psychological Associates, PLLC
Forensic Psychologist | Owner & CEO (3 yrs 7 mos)
Baylor College of Medicine
Assistant Professor (1 yr 1 mo)
Clark State College
Adjunct Professor (10 mos)
Education
Post-Doctoral Master of Science (M.S.CP.) at Fairleigh Dickinson University
Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) at Albizu University - Miami Campus
Master of Science (M.S.) at Albizu University - Miami Campus
Master of Science (M.S.) at The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) at University of North Texas
Associate of Arts (A.A.) at Collin College
High School Diploma at The Colony High School