Dr Gordon Hopkins
Dr Gordon Hopkins
Dr Gordon Hopkins is a Consultant Psychiatrist. Born and trained in Dublin, Ireland, He brings a unique mix of international experience and laid-back Gold Coast energy to his psychiatric practice. After finishing his medical training in Ireland, He moved to Australia, specialising in forensic psychiatry and establishing his practice on the stunning Gold Coast, Queensland.
He combines the precision of forensic psychiatry with a warm, friendly manner, creating a practice environment where detailed assessment meets compassionate care. With strong links to South East Queensland services, he offers patients not just clinical expertise but also a friendly style that puts people at ease.
With a Master’s in Forensic Mental Health and a Certificate of Advanced Training in Forensic Psychiatry, He has worked extensively with some of the most vulnerable and complex patients in the criminal justice system, as well as in the community, with broad generalist training in acute and extended rehabilitation settings. His forensic experience covers high-security inpatient units, prison mental health services, and community forensic mental health teams across Queensland, Tasmania, and the Northern Territory.
Dr. Hopkins has developed an exceptional eye for detail that makes his assessments particularly thorough and complete, and he provides independent assessments in civil and criminal cases in court. He is a part-time Medical Member of the Queensland Mental Health Review Tribunal. He has experience providing independent expert evidence in court and understands what it takes to deliver thorough, comprehensive, and reliable assessments that can withstand professional and legal scrutiny.
His background ensures no detail is overlooked, yet Dr. Hopkins remains approachable and down-to-earth. He brings a relaxed energy to consultations, helping clients feel comfortable while being confident they are in capable hands.
Dr. Hopkins has a special interest in ADHD but welcomes patients with various needs across the spectrum of adult psychiatry, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, addictions, and psychotic disorders. Whether supporting someone through an assessment, providing a clear clinical formulation and treatment plan, his work is guided by thoroughness, empathy, and a commitment to helping individuals progress.
Dr Gordon Hopkins is a Consultant Psychiatrist. Born and trained in Dublin, Ireland, He brings a unique mix of international experience and laid-back Gold Coast energy to his psychiatric practice. After finishing his medical training in Ireland, He moved to Australia, specialising in forensic psychiatry and establishing his practice on the stunning Gold Coast, Queensland.
He combines the precision of forensic psychiatry with a warm, friendly manner, creating a practice environment where detailed assessment meets compassionate care. With strong links to South East Queensland services, he offers patients not just clinical expertise but also a friendly style that puts people at ease.
With a Master’s in Forensic Mental Health and a Certificate of Advanced Training in Forensic Psychiatry, He has worked extensively with some of the most vulnerable and complex patients in the criminal justice system, as well as in the community, with broad generalist training in acute and extended rehabilitation settings. His forensic experience covers high-security inpatient units, prison mental health services, and community forensic mental health teams across Queensland, Tasmania, and the Northern Territory.
Dr. Hopkins has developed an exceptional eye for detail that makes his assessments particularly thorough and complete, and he provides independent assessments in civil and criminal cases in court. He is a part-time Medical Member of the Queensland Mental Health Review Tribunal. He has experience providing independent expert evidence in court and understands what it takes to deliver thorough, comprehensive, and reliable assessments that can withstand professional and legal scrutiny.
His background ensures no detail is overlooked, yet Dr. Hopkins remains approachable and down-to-earth. He brings a relaxed energy to consultations, helping clients feel comfortable while being confident they are in capable hands.
Dr. Hopkins has a special interest in ADHD but welcomes patients with various needs across the spectrum of adult psychiatry, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, addictions, and psychotic disorders. Whether supporting someone through an assessment, providing a clear clinical formulation and treatment plan, his work is guided by thoroughness, empathy, and a commitment to helping individuals progress.
Dr Gordon Hopkins is a Consultant Psychiatrist. Born and trained in Dublin, Ireland, He brings a unique mix of international experience and laid-back Gold Coast energy to his psychiatric practice. After finishing his medical training in Ireland, He moved to Australia, specialising in forensic psychiatry and establishing his practice on the stunning Gold Coast, Queensland.
He combines the precision of forensic psychiatry with a warm, friendly manner, creating a practice environment where detailed assessment meets compassionate care. With strong links to South East Queensland services, he offers patients not just clinical expertise but also a friendly style that puts people at ease.
With a Master’s in Forensic Mental Health and a Certificate of Advanced Training in Forensic Psychiatry, He has worked extensively with some of the most vulnerable and complex patients in the criminal justice system, as well as in the community, with broad generalist training in acute and extended rehabilitation settings. His forensic experience covers high-security inpatient units, prison mental health services, and community forensic mental health teams across Queensland, Tasmania, and the Northern Territory.
Dr. Hopkins has developed an exceptional eye for detail that makes his assessments particularly thorough and complete, and he provides independent assessments in civil and criminal cases in court. He is a part-time Medical Member of the Queensland Mental Health Review Tribunal. He has experience providing independent expert evidence in court and understands what it takes to deliver thorough, comprehensive, and reliable assessments that can withstand professional and legal scrutiny.
His background ensures no detail is overlooked, yet Dr. Hopkins remains approachable and down-to-earth. He brings a relaxed energy to consultations, helping clients feel comfortable while being confident they are in capable hands.
Dr. Hopkins has a special interest in ADHD but welcomes patients with various needs across the spectrum of adult psychiatry, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, addictions, and psychotic disorders. Whether supporting someone through an assessment, providing a clear clinical formulation and treatment plan, his work is guided by thoroughness, empathy, and a commitment to helping individuals progress.