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Dr Phil Hopley

Dr Phil Hopley

MRCPsych Consultant Psychiatrist

Dr Phil Hopley is Consultant Psychiatrist expert in the challenges of high performance and mental health. He trained in London in general adult psychiatry and forensic psychiatry. By combining this with a career playing Premiership rugby he developed his passion for the mental health of elite performance in sport and business. In recent years Phil has worked as the mental health advisor to a number of leading global organisations and sport bodies guiding mental health strategy development and providing coaching / crisis support.

Dr Hopley’s clinical practice covers the major areas of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, stress related issues, addiction and neurodiversity including ADHD. He often works with young adults dealing with the demands of higher education and early careers. He takes a balanced approach to the use of psychological therapy, lifestyle interventions and medication.

Dr Hopley is also nationally recognised as an accomplished expert witness in a wide range of medico-legal areas.

In his downtime, mindful dog walking, watching sport, playing golf and trying to keep up with the next generation of Hopleys helps to keep him balanced.

  • Mental health in students and young adults
  • Stress related mental disorders
  • Mental health of elite performers in sport, entertainment, and business
  • Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists
  • Founder Royal College of Psychiatrists Sport & Exercise Psychiatry Special Interest Group

English

Adults 18 and older