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Language spoken: English, Madarin.
Dr Wang is a general adult psychiatrist and a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP). Her practice focuses on a person-centred, recovery-oriented approach with biological, psychological, and social considerations. She believes in the importance of talking therapy and developing connections with each of her clients to allow for a tailored approach of care. Most recently, she has completed advanced training in Psychotherapies with RANZCP.
She graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS). Prior to this, she worked in the financial sector in various countries such as China and Singapore so she has special awareness of transcultural issues. She completed a degree in Finance and Mathematics at the University of New South Wales. She has trained and worked across a variety of public and non-government organisations in hospital and community settings, across south western and central Sydney.
Language spoken: English
Dr Potter completed her medical training in the United States where she is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and National Board of Physicians and Surgeons and Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association. She migrated to Australia in 2019 and is a Fellow of the Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists.
Dr Potter has worked in the Public Health System in Australia where she treated patients in both regional and urban areas. Her work in the public system allowed her to train psychiatry registrars and medical students. She has an interest in holistic care, with a focus on trauma informed treatment. Dr Potter works with individuals in regional areas via telehealth video connection.
Dr Potter has an interest in treating patients with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychosis, and
trauma histories.
Language spoken: English, Croatian
Dr Mustac is a Consultant Psychiatrist and the medical director of Dokotela. He is the first member of his family to attend university and has had over 30 years of experience as an adolescent and adult psychiatrist since first graduating from the University of Sydney. He has a particular interest in Addiction Psychiatry and assisting young people with co-morbid mental illness and addiction problems. Dr Mustac has been working in the Addiction Psychiatry field for many years and has had a long career in private practice and forensic settings. He is passionate that his patients receive the best and most current treatment. When Dr Mustac isn’t consulting, he spends his weekends playing tennis and he is also fortunate to be taken for two walks each day by his pooch.
Language spoken: Serbian, Croatian
Dr Vedran Vulovic is a general adult psychiatrist with experience in treatment of adults with psychosis, mood disorders and personality disorders. He was born in Serbia and migrated to Australia as a child, where he completed high school. Dr Vulovic also completed B Science/B Arts degree with majors in psychology, philosophy and German. In 2012 he enrolled in a medical degree at University of Sydney. In 2020 he completed his psychiatry speciality training. He is happy to conduct assessments in English,Serbian or Croatian languages.
Language spoken: English
Dr Sandhu has 11+ years of experience in psychiatry. He is interested in neuropsychiatric disorders and is experienced in seeing all adults patients with any psychiatric disorders. Dr Sandhu has an understanding and appreciation for cultural and socioeconomic challenges in rural and Aboriginal Medicine which he gained during his time in Dubbo, NSW. Dr Sandhu has engaged in telehealth assessments for patients in remote areas and is also experienced in assessment and management of inpatients at the NGO, NEAMI.
Dr Sandhu has a particular interest in the following areas; General adult psychiatry, depression, anxiety, psychosis, bipolar disorders, mood disorders, OCD, personality, addiction & eating disorders.
Language spoken: English
Dr Ryan Lee is a Consultant Psychiatrist who specialises in working with children, adolescents and their families. Dr Lee has worked in a range of public inpatient and community mental health services in Northern Sydney. Dr Lee has a special interest in Youth Mental Health and strongly believes in providing tailored care that is sensitive, holistic and evidence-based. His approach is centred on openness and collaboration with the client, their families and wider support network that is respectful of their experiences, values and needs. He is able to provide assessment and treatment that comprehensively integrates and addresses the biological, psychological and social factors that contribute to mental health difficulties.
Language spoken: English
Dr Attur is a dedicated professional who has more than 15 years of specialist experience of working with children and adoelscents, helping them with various mental health issues. His expertise has been gathered from training and practicing in 3 different continents including United Kingdom and India. Dr Atturs’ experience has been both in private and public health settings. He is currently doing a full time public role in New South Wales. His areas of interest include working with children with ASD and neurodevelopmental issues.
Language spoken: English
Dr. Raj Dangi is a distinguished General Adult Psychiatrist with over two decades of experience, practicing in both the public and private sectors. His extensive experience in India and the UK, in both outpatient and in-patient settings, uniquely equips him to provide expert care to individuals from a wide spectrum of socio-cultural backgrounds and ethnicities.
Dr. Dangi holds an MBBS, DPM, MRCPsych (UK), CCT, FRANZCP, with sub-specialisation in addiction psychiatry. He is an honorary lecturer at Monash University, and is accredited for ECT administration. He is actively involved in psychiatry training and medical education. Awarded the Clinical Excellence Award in 2017, Dr. Dangi has published research in peer-reviewed journals.
Dr. Dangi’s clinical expertise includes psychotic disorders (schizophrenia, delusional disorders, drug-induced psychosis), mood/affective disorders, Depression, perinatal conditions, anxiety disorders (such as generalised anxiety disorder, adjustment disorder, PTSD, panic disorder, phobias, OCD, somatisation), and various personality disorders. His special interest areas include ADHD, comorbid substance abuse, and mental health.
Language spoken: English
Dr Maryam Jay is a distinguished psychiatrist. She received fellowship of the Royal Australian and New
Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) alongside a Certificate of Advanced Training in ConsultationLiaison Psychiatry in 2020. Her experiences across various Local Health Districts, serving diverse patient demographics, have endowed her with profound expertise in addressing an array of psychiatric disorders. Dr. Jay’s realm of expertise lies in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, also renowned as psychosomatic medicine. This specialty underscores her adeptness in navigating the complex interplay between psychological well-being and physical health. Dr. Jay’s career is marked by her dedication to the field and her pursuit of excellence in mental health care. Beyond her professional pursuits, Dr Jay is deeply interested in exploring innovative approaches to bridging the gap between mental and physical healthcare. She is passionate about advocating for the holistic well-being of individuals, striving to enhance awareness and understanding of the intricate connections between mind and body within both medical and broader community contexts. In her spare time, she enjoys immersing herself in literature, traveling to new destinations, and engaging in outdoor activities that rejuvenate the mind and spirit
Language spoken: English, Afrikaans
Doctor Mark Cross is a psychiatrist with clinical experience over 3 decades. He graduated as a doctor in Cape Town, specialised in the UK, and has worked as a specialist in Sydney since 2005. He holds senior conjoint lecturer positions at the Universities of NSW and Western Sydney. In 2013 he received a teaching award from UNSW and in 2015 a NSW premier’s award for services to public health. Mark has special interests in sexuality issues, Mental Health in the workplace, anxiety and improving the care and quality of life of people with lived experience, and carers.
Language spoken: English, Nepali
Dr Mahendra Nepal has been a Consultant Psychiatrist since 1989. Dr Nepal currently works in the areas of Adult Psychiatry, Consultation liaison Psychiatry and private practice Psychiatry. He also has experience in the areas of addiction, community, transcultural Psychiatry as well as care of trauma and torture victims and migrants.
Dr Nepal has a keen interest in the areas of depression, anxiety and mood disorders, stress disorders (especially work related stresses and issues) as well as issues of migrants, indigenous people, and victims of trauma.
Language spoken: English
Dr Xing is a general adult psychiatrist with an interest in various forms of psychotherapy and applying these as part of the overall treatment plan when appropriate. She graduated from the University of Western Australia in 2009, and obtained fellowship with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) in 2018. She has worked in both public and private mental health sectors, rural / remote settings and non-government services. She hopes to assist each person in finding the most suitable path forward, to the best of her ability.
Language spoken: English
Dr Lori Aranha is a highly experienced and compassionate psychiatrist with over 25 years of experience in service in both private and public settings. After graduating from the University of Sydney with a degree in Medicine (MB BS), Dr Aranha embarked on a path of specialised training in psychiatry, becoming a well respected figure in the field. Throughout her career, Dr Aranha has not only provided exceptional care to countless patients but has also make significant contributions as a supervisor, guiding and inspiring trainees and medical students in the field of psychiatry.
Dr Aranha’s interest lies in the realm of Women’s Mental Health with a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by women at various parts of their lifetime, including at times of illness, transition,pregnancy, postpartum, premenstrual and menopause.
Dr Aranha recognises the importance of working closely with other specialists such as psychologists, obstetricians and gynaecologists, midwives and general practitioners who have an interest in this area. Dr Aranha ensures that your mental health is approached holistically, taking into account your physical,emotional, spiritual and cultural well-being. She understands that seeking help for mental health concerns can be challenging especially for women. That’s why she tries to create a safe and supportive environment where you can freely express your concerns and collaborate on a treatment plan that suits you best. Whether you are experiencing mood, anxiety, addiction, trauma or seeking support for any other women’s mental health issues, Dr Aranha is here to help.
Language spoken: English
Dr Louis Ereve is a general adult outpatient psychiatrist working based in Sydney. He has experience in the assessment and management of mental illness in both inpatient and outpatient settings including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic illness, ADHD and personality disorders. Dr Ereve also carries out medicolegal work in the areas of work cover treatment and independent medical assessments. Additionally, he has worked with mothers with perinatal at the mother and baby unit at St John of God private hospital in Burwood NSW.
Dr Ereve carried out his medical training in Sydney, NSW with experience working in Western Sydney, Inner West Sydney, Nepean Blue Mountains and the Northern Beaches. His approach has an emphasis on recovery-oriented treatment, collaboration, strong therapeutic alliance, risk management and detail in both assessment and management. His goals include reducing stigma, advocating for people with mental illness and working closely not only with patients but also families, general practitioners, NGOs and other health professionals. Dr Ereve also has experience both teaching and assessing psychiatry medicine skills to medical students at the University of Sydney.
Language spoken: English, Tamil, Malay
Dr Kavita Seth is a Senior Consultant Psychiatrist, Addiction Medicine Specialist, Psychotherapist and Clinical Lecturer at UWA. She has special interests in in-patient detoxification of substances and has more than 15 years’ experience in her field of practice. She is passionate about her patients abstaining from substances and transitioning smoothly back into study or work. Her warm, compassionate approach sets patients at ease and helps them focus on constructive steps toward improving emotional wellness. She draws on her extensive training to help individuals navigate internal and external challenges.
In addition to her specialization in addiction medicine, Dr. Seth also sees patients with ADHD, offering comprehensive assessments and tailored treatment plans to address their unique needs.
Language spoken: English, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada
Dr Karthik Modem is a member of the Fellowship from the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. He has extensive experience in Australia, England and India. In addition to Private Psychiatric Practice, Dr Modem also works in the Public Sector as a Visiting Medical Officer at St. George Hospital, Kogarah. He previously worked as a Staff Specialist in Consultation Liaison Psychiatry at Liverpool and Fairfield Hospitals. Dr Modem also holds an academic appointment as a Conjoint Lecturer with the University of NSW. He provides comprehensive assessments and specializes in Psychosis, Affective Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Personality Disorders, Intellectual Disability and ASD, with patients 18 years and above.
Language spoken: English
Dr Basnett has 10+ years experience in working as a mental health clinician with an ethno-culturally diverse population in a public setting. She has extensive experience in working with individuals with major mental illnesses and like to utilize a well-rounded approach to treat the whole person. Dr Basnett is warm and approachable with good interpersonal skills to interact and communicate with patients.
Her current areas of interest are Depression, Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder, Anxiety disorder, Trauma related disorders.
Language spoken: English
Dr Julian Short is a highly experienced psychiatrist with a special interest in depression, relationship counselling and managing low self-esteem.
Dr Short has been a practising psychiatrist for more than 30 years. He is a psychiatric consultant to 3 teaching hospitals and works for the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
He is also author of the book ‘An Intelligent Life’ where he provides guidelines for dealing with everyday life. Julian graduated in medicine from the University of Sydney in 1970 and was admitted as a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists in 1976.
Language spoken: English, Korean
Dr Hannah Choi is a general adult Psychiatrist with extensive work and training experience in managing a wide range of mental health disorders in both inpatient and community settings. Dr Choi has worked in public as well as private health systems over the years. Dr Choi is committed to deliver excellent patient care that is evidence-based, patient-centred, and the Recovery model oriented. She endeavours to have her personal values reflected in her clinical practice, which include compassion, honesty, respect, and accountability. Dr Choi believes in the importance of collaborating with patients, families, carers and GPs as well as other health professionals and NGOs in diagnosing and managing mental health difficulties.
Language spoken: English, Hindi
Dr Chey Bhutia is a Consultant Psychiatrist and a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP). He has a particular interest in anxiety disorders and OCD, mood and stress disorders, PTSD, insomnia, psychotic disorders, transcultural mental health, Adult ADHD and assessment and management of substance use disorders. Dr Bhutia specialises in:
• General psychiatry
• Anxiety disorders
• Mood and stress disorders
• Insomnia
• Psychotic disorders
• Transcultural mental health
• Assessment and management of substance use disorders Adult ADHD
Dr Bhutia scope entails:
Youth and Adult populations DSP support letter Providing opinions under a Mental Health Care Plan (291).
Language spoken: English
Dr Candice Jensen is a general adult Psychiatrist. She has expertise in the assessment and treatment of adults with a range of mental health conditions. Dr Jensen completed her medical degree at the University of Glasgow in 2006 and worked for the NHS before moving to Sydney in 2008.
Dr Jensen has a keen interest in the areas of Perinatal Psychiatry and general adult and Youth (age 16+) assessment and management of: anxiety disorders including OCD, mood disorders including depression and bipolar disorder, personality disorders, psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia, PTSD as well as grief and loss.
Language spoken: English
Dr Rozea has experience working in psychiatry in both metropolitan, regional and remote settings in fact-to-face, FIFO and Telehealth roles. He has worked in specialised services for eating disorders, neuropsychiatry, perinatal mental health and treatment resistant schizophrenia. He has expertise in treating Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety Disorder, PTSD and Adjustment Disorder as well as in neuro stimulation. Dr Rozea is drawn to working in Telehealth due to a long term desire and interest in improving access and equity in healthcare.
Language spoken: English
Dr. Andy Huang is a general adult psychiatrist and a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP). He completed his medical training from the University of Western Sydney with a Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and further completed a Master of Medicine (MMed) in Psychiatry at the University of Sydney. Dr. Huang also works as a Staff Specialist at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and serves as a Clinical Lecturer at the University of Sydney Medical School. He has gained diverse experiences across metropolitan and rural hospitals across New South Wales, Northern Territory and Western Australia. Dr. Huang has special interests in mood and anxiety disorders, psychosis, PTSD and young adult mental health. Committed to evidence-based practices and patient-centred care, Dr. Huang fosters a supportive environment for patient healing and growth. His international experiences living in Canada and Taiwan further enrich his perspectives on global mental health issues.
Language spoken: English, German
Dr Andrea Jacobi is a General Adult Psychiatrist with a particular interest in the assessment and treatment of adults with psychotic disorders, mood, disorders, and anxiety disorders. Dr Jacobi studied in Germany and obtained her medical degree in 2006 and her Doctor of Medicine degree in 2007. She moved to Australia in 2010 and continued her training in Liverpool Hospital, where she worked until 2018. Dr Jacobi is a keen runner and swimmer in her spare time and also has an interest in Sports Psychiatry. She is happy to provide consultations both in English and German.
Language spoken: English
B.A. (PSYCH) (HONS)
Aimee is a registered psychologist with a background in mental health and disability support work. While studying she worked as a mental health support worker for NDIS and private clients, this included adolescents, adults and older adults with a variety of presentations.
Aimee is passionate about forging a strong therapeutic relationship while providing a safe, open, and non-judgemental space for clients to explore their issues. She approaches therapy with warmth, empathy, and creativity. Utilising Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Mindfulness modalities, Aimee believes in working at a deeper level with clients to foster real long-lasting change. As each person is unique, therapy is largely tailored to suit each individual’s needs. She is interested in uncovering unconscious processes and aims not only to alleviate the most obvious symptoms, but to help people lead healthier, fuller lives.
Cara has a passion for helping people overcome life’s challenges and achieve their goals. Working with each unique ‘whole person’, Cara draws from evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, EMDR, Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Mindfulness, in a tailored approach to best fit the person’s needs. She approaches therapy as a collaboration with each individual, working towards their goals together by empowering them to manage stress and improve health and wellbeing with psychological strategies they can use throughout life.
Areas of special interest include anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), attachment and trauma, late-diagnosed ADHD and autism, grief and life transitions, and Cara also has experience working collaboratively with NDIS clients in the disability sector having previously supported those with complex needs.
Cara adheres to core principles of compassion, respect and dignity, and brings her experience from her previous working life in the creative sector to her passion for understanding and supporting people to reach their potential.
Therapy modalities:
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Schema Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Inference-Based CBT for OCD (I-CBT) and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Somatic (body-based) and mindfulness strategies
- Compassion-Focused Therapy
Areas of Interest:
- Anxiety and panic disorders
- OCD
- Trauma
- Neurodivergence – ADHD and Autism
- Depression
- Growth, coaching and navigating through life’s transitions and changes
- Health psychology and behaviour change
- Grief
Language spoken: English
B.A. (PSYCH) (HONS) M.PSYC (COUNSELLING)(MAPS)
Phil is a registered psychologist with over 25 years of experience in a range of therapeutic contexts. He uses an integrative approach, utilizing various therapeutic models for healing, growth and optimal functioning for individuals and their families. He believes that his clients are the experts of their own lives, and creatively facilitates their healing and growth towards their full potential.
Phil treats individuals with the following conditions and presentations: Mood Disorders, Anxiety, PTSD, Developmental and Attachment Trauma, Dissociation and Somatization, bereavement and grief, relationship counselling and family problems, eating disorders and assessments. Phil has a keen interest in the mental health of older people, providing assessment of memory functions and dementia and offering guidance and support to individuals who are diagnosed with dementia and their families. He holds a master’s degree in counselling psychology from the University of Johannesburg and worked in private practice in Australia for the last fifteen years. He holds a master’s degree in counselling psychology from the University of Johannesburg and worked in private practice in Australia for the last fifteen years.
Dr Das is a general adult consultant psychiatrist with more than two decades of experience in treating a range of psychiatric disorders and behavioural problems. Dr Das completed his medical degree and postgraduate psychiatry training overseas. He subsequently trained and was accredited as a consultant psychiatrist by the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP). Dr Das works as a clinician and teacher of psychiatry in tertiary hospitals in Perth, Western Australia. He specializes in psychosis, schizophrenia, mood disorder, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, panic attacks, sleep problems, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, OCD, CBT therapy and referral, assessment for DBT and referral, PTSD, war veterans’ mental health issues, phobias, postnatal depression, personality disorders, anger management issues, relationship/marital issues, and addictive disorder assessment and referral.
Dr Das strongly advocates for holistic care of mental illness. He firmly believes that the treatment of mental illness depends not only on medications but also on strengthening four pillars: biological, psychological, social, and spiritual. He enjoys working collaboratively with his patients’ family members and advocates. Dr Das passionately supports patients’ personal recovery journeys in conjunction with their clinical recovery. He understands it requires incredible courage and determination to talk to a psychiatrist due to the nature of information shared in the psychiatric assessment. Thus, he wholeheartedly aims to make his patients’ experience as smooth and comfortable as possible.
Dr Sawares is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZP) and holds a Masters of Psychiatry from the University of Melbourne. Dr Sawares has a special interest in anxiety and mood disorders, perinatal mental health, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Dr. Sawares adopts an integrative approach to patient care, combining multifaceted and holistic strategies to develop collaborative, individualized treatment plans. These plans are tailored to each patient’s unique goals, circumstances, and stage of recovery. A genuine and passionate professional, Dr. Sawares deeply values the importance of relationships. He firmly believes that trust, respect, and safety are essential for building a strong therapeutic connection.
Dr. Liam Hackett is an experienced psychiatrist with a deep passion for telehealth and its transformative potential in patient care. With extensive training across leading hospitals such as the Princess Alexandra, Logan, and Ipswich General, Dr. Hackett has honed his expertise in innovative mental health services, including telehealth-based consultations. He brings not only clinical excellence but also a genuine commitment to improving accessibility and patient engagement through online platforms. Dr. Hackett’s dedication to harnessing telehealth’s benefits ensures patients receive compassionate, cutting-edge care in the comfort of their own space.
Dr. Bhairi Pari is a consultant psychiatrist with a sub-specialization in old age psychiatry. She completed her medical degree at the University of Adelaide before becoming a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. Dr. Pari has worked in various clinical settings, including metropolitan and rural areas of New South Wales, gaining extensive experience in caring for individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds. Her special interests include cognitive disorders and dementia, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and psychosis. She provides personalized assessments and holistic management plans, incorporating medication management, lifestyle modifications, and psychological interventions. Dr. Pari works collaboratively with her patients, their families, and carers to deliver trauma-informed and recovery-oriented care.
Dr Fisher takes a whole person approach in his assessment and management of patients. He focuses on the individual in their intrapersonal, interpersonal, occupational and social milieux and is able to provide a range of goal directed psychotherapeutic as well as psycho-pharmacological assistance or a combination where indicated.
Robert M. Kaplan is a forensic psychiatrist, author and professional speaker. He has given talks on cruise liners, at public functions, conferences and seminars. He has also been on television and radio to discuss current issues. Some events where he spoke include Mind & Its Potential Conference (Darling Harbour, November 2012); Armenian and Assyrian Genocide Commemorations; Holocaust seminars (Sydney Jewish Museum); Crime and Justice Writers Festival (Melbourne 2009); Occam’s Razor (ABC Radio National). Regular topics include crime, history, lifestyle and psychiatric issues.
Katherine is a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years working predominantly with adults across various public mental health settings, including inpatient and community. She is passionate about ensuring that people who are suffering have access to the best possible supports, to work collaboratively with them, to empower people to address the difficulties they are facing and improve their quality of life, using evidence-based treatments.Katherine has experience working with young adults and adults who require support for complex difficulties including mood disorders, severe anxiety, personality disorders, with a special interest in supporting people with trauma and psychosis. She is an Accredited Advanced Schema Therapist and Supervisor and a Board-Approved Supervisor. She embeds her experience working as a Dialectical Behaviour Therapy program co-ordinator, along with Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment therapy, to ensure that treatment is individually tailored to the needs of the people she supports. Katherine is a member of the Australian Psychological Society, Australian Clinical Psychology Association, the International Society of Schema Therapy, and a Board-Approved supervisor, providing clinical supervision to practising psychologists, students, and Clinical Psychology registrars.
Dr Oyetayo Dairo is an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist with a diverse clinical background across inpatient, emergency, and community mental health settings in both Australia and Nigeria. Dr Dairo has a strong interest in holistic, culturally sensitive care and is committed to delivering evidence-based mental health support. She brings extensive experience in psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, medical education, and clinical leadership, and has contributed to several research publications focused on mental health access and outcomes.
Dr. Burhan graduated from medical school in 1990. After completing his degree, he gained extensive experience as a medical officer across multiple specialties, working in diverse settings—from major cities to remote regions—in several countries. He later joined the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) in New Zealand, where he completed his psychiatry training. In 2008, he was awarded the Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP). He further specialized in Psychiatry of Old Age, completing advanced training in Australia and earning a Certificate in Psychiatry of Old Age in 2012.
Over the past 17 years, Dr. Burhan has practiced in both public and private psychiatric services, treating adults and seniors for a wide range of psychiatric disorders. His career includes years of service as a Psychiatric Registrar during his training, followed by extensive clinical experience in various mental health settings.
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MD, FRANZCP
Dr Olivia is a general adult psychiatrist who works with individuals aged 16-65. Her approach is direct, pragmatic, and grounded in clear communication. She focuses on helping people make sense of their mental health to identify practical steps forward- without overcomplicating the process.
Dr. Surabhi Liyanage is a dedicated General Adult Psychiatrist with extensive experience in both public and private sectors. She graduated with a Bachelor of Medical Science from the University of Sydney in 2002 and earned her MBBS with Honours in 2006. Further enhancing her academic prowess, she completed a PhD at the University of New South Wales in 2014. In 2022, Dr. Liyanage was awarded Fellowship with the Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatry (RANZCP).
With over 10 years of experience in various medical and surgical fields before specialising in psychiatry, Dr. Liyanage brings a holistic and balanced approach to patient care. Dr. Liyanage has a particular interest in treating Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, PTSD, and psychotic spectrum illnesses. She views every patient interaction as an opportunity to cultivate positive change and believes that optimal treatment outcomes are achieved through partnership with patients and their families.
Dr Rho is a Specialist Psychiatrist providing assessment and treatment for adults between 18-70 years of age. Her focus is general adult mental health, including anxiety, PTSD, OCD, depression, bipolar, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, stress-related disorders and ADHD. She has a particular interest in diabetes-related mental health, psychology of cancer, integrative medicine and nutrition.
Dr Rho has over 20 years experience working in psychiatry throughout Australia and in various roles. This is complemented by her qualifications in biochemistry, medicine, and psychiatry. She is an alumni of the University of Western Australia and the University of Sydney, and is a Fellow and accredited principal Supervisor for the RANZCP. Dr Rho is dedicated to improving mental health holistically, combining biological, psychological, and social factors. She is well known for her down-to-earth and personable approach. If she isn’t at work, she is either in nature, the garden or walking the dogs.
Dr Jordan Ridgewell is a general adult psychiatrist and a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. He has been medical practitioner since 2014, working in mental health since 2015, and a consultant psychiatrist since 2022. He primarily works in the public mental health system in regional Victoria, leading several teams that care for consumers experiencing severe mental health crises. He has a particular interest in helping patients recover from depression. He also has expertise in the assessment and management of anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, addictions, personality disorders,ADHD and PTSD.
As an integrative psychiatrist, he has a passion for helping patients find evidence based strategies that work for them, including exercise, dietary changes, herbs / supplements, chronotherapy, behavioral activation, relationship strengthening, mindfulness and self-guided psychological strategies, whilst also understanding that appropriate use of medication can be an important aspect of client's recovery journeys.
While Dennis believes that psychological therapy should be practical and firmly based evidence-based strategies, most importantly he believes that it must be tailored to you, your needs and experiences. His approach draws from scientifically supported therapies, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed principles, ensuring that your work together is grounded in proven strategies while remaining flexible and person-centred. That means therapy isn’t just about talking through challenges, it’s about understanding what’s happening, developing practical tools, and making meaningful progress in a way that fits your life.
Dennis works with adults at all stages of life, providing therapy that is inclusive, non-judgmental, and respectful of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.
Dr Banjo has worked in Uk and Australia as a Consultant Psychiatrist with more than two decades of professional experience in adult mental health, providing specialized care for a range of mental health conditions including anxiety, mood, personality and psychotic disorders. Her approach is distinctively person-centered and recovery-oriented, ensuring a high standard of care focused on your individual path to well-being.
Dr. Gunasekara is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists and has a subspecialty in psychogeriatrics. He undertook his medical degree at Monash University and completed his postgraduate training in Adelaide. He has worked in the field of psychiatry for 10 years and managed an array of psychiatric conditions; mood disorders, psychotic disorders, anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, neurocognitive disorders in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Dr. Gunasekara is a firm believer in the importance of collaborative care and maintains that working as a team with patient and family is crucial in the practice of psychiatry and medicine in general.
Dr. Shahper Shammi is an experienced psychiatrist with a special focus on child, adolescent mental health. Originally from Bangladesh and now based in Australia, she brings a global perspective to her clinical work. After completing her medical degree in Bangladesh, Dr. Shammi undertook further training in Australia earning Australian Medical Council (AMC) certification, a Diploma in Child Health from the University of Sydney, and Fellowship with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP), including advanced training in youth mental health.
Dr Amy Kitajima is a consultant psychiatrist committed to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of her patients. She holds a Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP), having completed her specialist training in the Sydney Local Health District. Dr Kitajima has worked extensively in both metropolitan and regional hospitals, including as a Staff Specialist at Concord Hospital. Alongside her clinical work, Dr Kitajima has contributed to the training of future doctors through teaching and developing educational resources for the University of Sydney Medical School. With a holistic approach to patient care, Dr Kitajima supports initiatives that improve access to care within the community and is dedicated to expanding mental health services through digital health platforms.
Dr Heaney is a General Adult Psychiatrist. Special interests include Mood disorders, Neurodivergence, Anxiety Disorders and Addictions
Dr Mazdak Samani is a Perth-based Consultant Psychiatrist with close to 20 years of clinical experience across Australia’s public and private mental health sectors. He holds a Doctor of Medicine (MD), a Master of Health Administration (MHA), and is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP). Dr Samani has particular expertise in general adult psychiatry, ADHD, addiction, and trauma-related disorders. He is committed to evidence-based, patient-centred care and currently provides psychiatric services via telehealth, ensuring accessible, high-quality mental health support to individuals across Australia
Dr Seymour Tier graduated from UNSW with a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery in 2011 and attained Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists in 2019. He is a general adult psychiatrist with extensive experience in the public mental health system, including inpatient units, community mental health teams, crisis services, and refugee mental health (NSW STARTTS). His professional interests include post-traumatic stress disorder, psychosis and mood disorders. Dr Tier’s approach is grounded in tailoring evidence-based practice to the needs and goals of the individual seeking care.
Dr Jacobson has experience in diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of conditions including depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, bipolar disorder, psychosis, adhd, substance abuse and autism spectrum disorder. He has a particular interest in trauma and dissociation and some training and experience in the use of multipledifferent psychotherapies including CBT, DBT, schema, EMDR and psychodynamic. He believes in listening to and supporting his patients.
Dr Jayson Jeganathan is a consultant psychiatrist who sees adults aged 18 to 65. He holds fellowship with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. Dr Jeganathan has a wide range of experience spanning inpatient and outpatient work in clinical psychiatry. Dr Jeganathan graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (University of Sydney) with first class Honours. He undertook specialist psychiatry training in Sydney, Newcastle, and Dubbo to broaden his clinical expertise, working in outpatient clinics, inpatient settings, consultation-liaison, and rehabilitation psychiatry. He has worked in diverse settings including Concord, Liverpool, Campbelltown, Royal Prince Alfred, John Hunter, Morisset and Dubbo Base Hospitals, as well outpatient clinics in the Greater Hunter region and Newcastle. He has been actively involved in psychiatric research to better the lives of people with mental illness. This work led to conferral of the RANZCP Early Career Psychiatrist Award in 2023. Dr Jeganathan brings a warm, empathetic, patient-centric approach to his clinical practice, engaging his clients to develop tailored plans for their mental health and well-being.
Dr. Sivaguru Mani is an experienced senior consultant psychiatrist and clinical lead for a 50-bedded public specialist regional inpatient psychiatric rehabilitation unit. He is passionate about delivering holistic care which is evidence-based and recovery-focused. Dr Mani completed his higher specialist training in the subject of general adult psychiatry in the UK. He has also gained further specialist experience in treating neuropsychiatric conditions and completed an M.Sc. degree in Neuropsychiatry from the University of Birmingham, UK. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, UK and of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists.
Over the last 12 years, he has worked as a Consultant Psychiatrist at Kemsley National Brain Injury Rehabilitation Services, UK and Personality disorder rehabilitation service, UK, before relocating to Australia. Dr. Mani’s clinical expertise includes general adult psychiatric conditions: Mood disorders (Depression,Bipolar Disorder), anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, phobias, PTSD, OCD), psychotic disorders (Schizophrenia, drug-induced psychosis, delusional disorders), various personalitydisorders and comorbid substance misuse disorders. His special interest areas include ADHD and brain
Dr Ridley is a Psychiatrist and Senior Lecturer at Griffith University on the Gold Coast. Her psychiatric training spans some of Australia’s most geographically and culturally diverse regions, including Darwin’s Top End Mental Health Service, Sydney’s Royal North Shore Hospital and Coral Tree Family Service, and West Moreton Health Service in Queensland. She treats both adults and children and her clinical approach is rooted in holistic care, guided by the principles of Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB). Dr Ridley has a particular interest in neurodivergence, especially ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as complex trauma, mood disorders, and psychotic conditions in young people. Originally trained in Poland, Dr Ridley brings a rich multidisciplinary background from her earlier medical and surgical work in the UK and the US. Her career has consistently blended clinical practice with academic research, including a prestigious research fellowship at Stanford University. She has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and presented her findings at international conferences. Her current research focus explores the liver metabolism of psychotropic medications, aiming to deepen understanding of pharmacological effects in psychiatric care.
Dr Murray Tucker is a consultant psychiatrist based in Victoria and a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP). He works with adults aged 18 years and over, with expertise in eating disorders, perinatal psychiatry, psychosis, mood disorders, trauma, and general adult psychiatry. Murray has concurrent employment in public mental health services in Victoria. Murray takes a collaborative, patient-centred approach, drawing on psychotherapy skills to create tailored management plans for patients under his care. He is also an Affiliate Associate Professor with Deakin University’s School of Medicine, with research interests in postural control, neuropharmacology, psychiatric epidemiology, and medical education. In his spare time Murray enjoys spending time with his young family and surfing.
Dr Bahador Asadi-Khansari is an adult general psychiatrist and Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. He currently works as a Staff Specialist Psychiatrist at Maitland Hospital, providing inpatient care across a range of mental health presentations. A graduate of the University of Adelaide, Dr Asadi-Khansari has trained extensively within the Hunter New England region and holds a conjoint academic appointment with the University of Newcastle. He is also an affiliate researcher with the Hunter Medical Research Institute and has presented internationally on cardiovascular research. Fluent in English and Farsi, Dr Asadi-Khansari combines clinical expertise with a strong academic foundation to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care. His clinical interests include schizophrenia, bipolar affective disorder, depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Dr Dall is a general adult psychiatrist with experience across public and private services in Queensland and New South Wales. He completed his medical degree at Monash University and psychiatry training in Sydney, working at several centres of excellence including The Black Dog Institute, St Vincent’s Hospital, and Prince of Wales Hospital. He takes a holistic approach to treatment, combining both medication and non-medication strategies. His key areas of interest include mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, PTSD (including veterans’ health), and psychoeducation. He aim’s to create a supportive space where patients feel heard, understood, and actively involved in their care. Alongside his clinical work, he has served as a Clinical Director and is currently Academic Lead for Mental Health at Bond and Griffith Universities. Outside of work, he enjoy time with his groodle, dabbling in ceramics and snowboarding when he can.
Dr Chong is a general adult psychiatrist with experience in public as well as private psychiatry. She has a particular interest in assessment and treatment plans. She has experience in assessing a range of psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma, other mood disorders and psychosis.
Dr Dhaval Dani completed his psychiatry training in NSW and is a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. He also has completed the Certificate in Advance Training in Addiction Psychiatry. In addition, he is also a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) U.K. While in training, he was regularly involved in teaching junior doctors and was also the network’s registrar committee president.
His skills and experience include:
-Acute crisis presentations
-Substance withdrawals
-Accredited Opioid Replacement Prescriber
-Common psychiatric presentations - Anxiety and Mood Disorders
-Complex psychiatric disorders - psychotic illnesses, PTSD, Personality Disorders
-Registered BUPA ADF Health Provider
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Hannah is a registered psychologist who provides a warm, open-minded, and judgment-free space for her clients.She takes a holistic approach, considering the whole person — including lifestyle, relationships, work, and health to develop practical strategies to improve wellbeing. Hannah draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness-Based Interventions to help clients manage stress, anxiety, mood difficulties, and major life transitions. Hannah has a particular interest in perinatal mental health and women’s health with experience supporting parents through the emotional challenges of pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. She has completed specialist training in perinatal mental health through the Centre of Perinatal Excellence (COPE). Hannah also has a background working in psychological rehabilitation, assisting individuals recovering from workplace injuries to rebuild confidence and return to work successfully. Hannah’s compassionate and collaborative style helps clients develop insight, build resilience, and take meaningful steps toward a more balanced and fulfilling life
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Reece is a General and Forensic Psychiatrist with a decade of experience across the public sectors of New South Wales and Victoria. Dedicated to understanding each person's unique story, he utilizes psychotherapies and biological interventions to foster collaborative and meaningful recovery across a range of psychiatric conditions.
While Reece focuses on the nuances of psychiatric care, he is ably supported by his two whippets, Max and Millie. These two specialize in making "celebrity-style" cameos, adding a touch of warmth and spontaneity to the consultation process and ensuring that the journey toward wellbeing is met with both expertise and a bit of joy.
Dr Benjamin Murrie is a psychiatrist who treats adults aged 18 and over, for a wide range of psychiatric conditions. He is known for his warm, vibrant, and thorough approach. After completing his music degree at the Sydney Conservatorium, Dr Murrie studied medicine at the University of Sydney, where he developed a passion for psychiatry. He completed his specialist training across many metropolitan and regional locations. He completed advanced training in Psychogeriatrics and became a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists in 2025. Outside of psychiatry, he enjoys spending time with family, staying active, and composing music.
Dr Sachin Nagendrappa is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. Dr Nagendrappa provides comprehensive, evidence‑based care for adults experiencing a broad spectrum of mental health concerns - from first‑time presentations to complex and longstanding mental health conditions. His approach is holistic and personalised, recognising the interplay of psychological, biological, and social factors in each person’s wellbeing. He partners closely with his clients to develop tailored treatment plans that promote both immediate stability and sustained long‑term recovery. Alongside his clinical practice, Dr Nagendrappa is actively involved in education, research, and professional leadership within psychiatry, ensuring his care remains evidence-based and aligned with current best practice. He values clear communication and a collaborative approach, supporting patients to make informed decisions throughout their treatment journey.
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Dr D'Souza is passionate about understanding each person’s story and working collaboratively to support their improved mental health, recovery and wellbeing. He has a deep respect for the challenges and difficulties each person faces and their unique recovery journey, and feels both grateful and privileged to be able to help people who are entrusted to his care. His approach is person-centred, strength focused and evidence-based, drawing on a biopsychosocial and culturally informed framework, with a focus on helping people optimise their overall health and fulfil their potential for a better quality of life on their terms. Dr. D'Souza has broad psychiatric and mental health clinical experiences as a psychiatrist, including assessing and treating, adolescents, adults and older age individuals. He works with people and families experiencing complex presenting problems, including anxiety disorders, complex trauma/PTSD, depression, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, psychotic disorders (e.g. schizophrenia), personality disorders, neurodevelopmental conditions such as ADHD, and intellectual disability, as well as addictions. Dr D'Souza is a psychiatrist with sub-specialised training and extensive experience in youth mental health (ages 12–25) and consultation-liaison psychiatry ( the sub-speciality treating mental health conditions in those with complex and impactful physical health problems such as neurological disorders, cancer or immunological conditions). Dr D'Souza has strong expertise in supporting people whose mental health is impacted by complex physical illness and working with youth. Dr D'Souza has worked across many different mental health and psychiatric settings, but has extensive specialised experience in youth mental health and consultation-liaison psychiatry services and has held academic appointments with WSU and UNSW. He has published in peer-reviewed journals and is actively involved in teaching, supervising trainee doctors and service improvement.
Dr Michalis Yiallourides is a Consultant Paediatrician providing specialist telehealth assessments and management plans for ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder in children and adolescents across Australia. He offers evidence-based diagnostic assessments, medication management where appropriate, and clear, practical treatment plans designed to support children, families, schools, and referring GPs. His approach emphasises timely assessment, careful differential diagnosis, and transition of care back to the GP wherever possible.
Dr Yiallourides has extensive experience in developmental and behavioural paediatrics, working with children and young people with neurodevelopmental differences, attention difficulties, emotional regulation challenges, and associated learning and mental health needs. He is committed to collaborative, family-centred care delivered via secure telehealth platforms.
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Dr Vijay Ganasan is a Consultant Psychiatrist with a special interest in addiction psychiatry, dual-diagnosis presentations, and complex mental health conditions. He provides comprehensive assessment and treatment for adults experiencing mood disorders, anxiety, trauma-related conditions, and substance use disorders.
He is currently the Consultant Psychiatrist and Clinical Lead of the Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Inpatient Service at Cockburn Health in Western Australia, leading a multidisciplinary team delivering specialised addiction care.
Dr Ganasan holds a Doctor of Medicine (MD) and a Master’s in Psychological Medicine, has completed fellowship-level training in addiction medicine, and is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP). Before relocating to Australia, he worked in the Malaysian public health system across hospital and community settings, including leading addiction treatment programs.
He takes a compassionate, evidence-based, and collaborative approach, partnering with patients to develop personalised treatment plans. He is also involved in teaching and supervising psychiatry trainees and medical practitioners.
Outside of work, Dr Ganasan enjoys sport and spending time outdoors—especially off-road adventures.
Dr Arash Danesh is a Consultant Psychiatrist and Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, with 17 years of psychiatric experience across public and private mental health services in Australia and overseas, including 13 years as a consultant psychiatrist.
His main clinical interest is adult ADHD assessment and management, with a focus on comprehensive diagnostic assessment, diagnostic clarification, psychoeducation, and safe, evidence-based treatment planning.
Dr Danesh has worked across emergency psychiatry, acute inpatient care, community psychiatry, older persons mental health, alcohol and other drug services, forensic and correctional psychiatry, trauma-related presentations, and consultation-liaison psychiatry. This broad background supports careful assessment of ADHD symptoms in context, including consideration of anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar spectrum illness, substance use, autism spectrum disorder, sleep disorders, medical conditions and medication effects.
He is committed to calm, respectful and collaborative ADHD care, working closely with patients, GPs and other health professionals to develop practical, individualised management plans.
Dr Adrian Davis is a consultant psychiatrist and fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP). He currently holds appointments at St Vincent’s Hospital and Royal North Shore Hospital. He has a breadth of experience working across multiple NSW and QLD hospitals in settings inclusive of acute inpatient, emergency, community, youth and early intervention, trauma and homelessness. He enjoys most aspects of general adult psychiatry, with interests in the management of psychotic disorders/psychosis, mood disorders, trauma/PTSD and ADHD. He has a warm and friendly demeanour along with a holistic approach that aims to develop a treatment and management plan that is specific to that person and their current situation. He has an interest in working with young adults and members of the LGBTQIA+ community but enjoys working with all adults aged 18 to 65. When not at work, he likes to get out in the bush and nature, go for a run or read a good book.
Carlo Jacobs-Bloom is a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of clinical experience. Carlo provides psychological therapy (trauma focused) for adults and also cognitive/educational assessments for children and adults (e.g., ADHD, specific learning disorders, intellectual disability, giftedness, twice exceptional). He is accredited practitioner in EMDR and Schema Therapy, which are evidence-based treatments for trauma.
Trauma can present in varied ways and this might include assisting clients with difficulties related to any of the following:
· PTSD (e.g., military/veterans, domesticviolence, childhood abuse, motor vehicle or workplace injury)
· Grief/adjustment,
· Anxiety, depression,
· Interpersonal issues,
· Health related issues (e.g., chronic pain),
· Eating difficulties, substance misuse, and otheraddictive behaviours.
Carlo's therapeutic approach is based on a relationship of collaboration, trust, humour, and client strengths.
Dr Raj is a consultant psychiatrist with 15 years of experience in clinical psychiatry across public and private mental health services in Australia and internationally. He works with adults experiencing complex mental health challenges, with a particular focus on supporting individuals and families navigating difficult-to-treat conditions.
He takes a warm, collaborative, and thoughtful approach, developing personalised treatment plans that integrate medication, psychological therapies, and practical life strategies. Dr Raj values close collaboration with general practitioners and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated, high-quality care. He values the flexibility and accessibility of telehealth, enabling patients to engage in care from the comfort of their own environment.
Outside of work, Dr Raj enjoys time with his family and has a strong interest in personal development and maintaining a sustainable work–life balance. Patients often describe him as perceptive, approachable, and easy to talk to.
Dr Burt is a specialist adult psychiatrist with clinical interests including mood and trauma disorders, veterans and emergency services psychiatry, telepsychiatry, rTMS, cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), and trauma focused CBT (TFCBT). Dr Burt has a strong focus on trauma informed, measurement-based care and interventions that support long-term mental and physical wellbeing. Dr Burt also has a private inpatient and rTMS practice in Melbourne. Prior to studying medicine, he served for over a decade as a soldier in the Australian Army, followed by several years working as a rural paramedic.
Dr Mohseni Goki obtained his fellowship in psychiatry in Australia in 2012 and has been practicing in private sector since then. He has special interest in assessment and treatment of ADHD, mood disorders and anxiety disorders. He believes while medication can play an important role for many patients, effective care also involves understanding psychological, behavioural, relational, life style, and social factors that influence mental health and day to day functioning. His approach emphasises careful assessment, collaborative treatment planning, and attention to the broader context of each person’s difficulties, strengths, and goals.
Dr. Aran is a specialist psychiatrist with over 20 years of clinical experience in child and adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, and psychotherapy. Trained at the University of Zagreb and shaped by leading institutions in the UK, Ireland and the USA, Dr. Aran holds fellowship with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) and specialist registration across Australia, Ireland, and the UK.
Dr. Aran brings a holistic, biopsychosocial approach that places young people and their families at the centre of care. His psychoanalytic psychotherapy training, postgraduate studies in nutrition, and sustained research into adolescent mental health and wellbeing reflect a commitment to seeing the whole person — not just symptoms.
His practice is built on trust, collaboration, and respect — a genuine partnership with patients and families navigating complex journeys in life. Whether you are a parent seeking clarity, a young person needing to be heard, or a family looking for direction, you can expect empowering, compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your unique circumstances.
Dr Apeksha Hewageegana is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist with over 10 years of specialist experience working with children, adolescents, and families across inpatient, emergency, and community mental health settings in Australia and Sri Lanka. She has a particular interest in anxiety disorders, OCD, neurodevelopmental conditions including ASD, eating disorders, and mood and stress-related disorders.
Dr Apeksha is committed to providing holistic, culturally sensitive, and evidence-based care tailored to each young person and their family. She completed her medical degree and postgraduate psychiatry training in Sri Lanka before undertaking further specialist training in Australia, where she obtained Fellowship with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP), including advanced training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. She also brings experience in psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, medical education, and research in neurodevelopmental disorders.
Known for her warm, friendly, and collaborative approach, Dr Apeksha believes the best outcomes are achieved through strong partnerships withpatients and families. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with herretriever, exploring nature, reading, and watching true crime documentaries.
Rachel Smith is an endorsed Nurse Practitioner with more than 35 years of experience across mental health, community health, primary care and telehealth. Her clinical interests include ADHD, women’s health, perimenopause and menopause, metabolic health, weight management and the intersection between hormonal, psychological and physical wellbeing. Rachel is known for her thoughtful, patient-centred approach and her ability to support people with complex and overlapping presentations. She is passionate about preventative healthcare, continuity of care and helping patients better understand their health through education and collaborative decision making. With extensive experience in rural and remote healthcare, clinical leadership and service development, Rachel combines strong clinical governance with warm, compassionate care to deliver meaningful health outcomes in modern telehealth environments.
Dr Maria Syed is a registered psychologist who works with adolescents and adults, with a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent clients, including those exploring autism and ADHD. She aims to create a space where clients feel safe, comfortable, and able to be themselves, where they feel genuinely heard and understood. Her approach to therapy and assessment is warm, compassionate, and neurodiversity-affirming. Dr Maria works alongside her clients to help them understand themselves better and build practical skills that can lead to real, positive change. She holds a PhD in Psychology from Deakin University and is currently an Associate Teaching Fellow, where she supports psychology students as they find their feet and grow into the practitioners they want to become.
Outside of work, Dr Maria spends a lot of her time with her cat, Rango, who she has proudly trained to high five and who is, without question, a much loved part of the family. She is happiest with a good coffee or matcha in hand, and enjoys quiet walks and finding small moments of calm and connection in everyday life. She feels genuinely privileged to be part of her clients' journeys. She cares deeply about offering support that is evidence-based and person-centred, and about building a therapeutic relationship where people feel valued, understood, and empowered.
Dr Rajeev Kumar is a senior consultation liaison (CL) psychiatrist with a special interest in neuropsychiatry. He currently works part-time as a consultant psychiatrist at Deakin Private Hospital in the ACT. He has been an academic psychiatrist since 2000 and has held an associate professorship at the Australian National University and a full professorship at Qatar University. He has extensive clinical experience spanning over 25 years in Australia and overseas. He is well-known for his research in neurocognitive disorders and has published extensively in this area. Dr Kumar has received several national and international awards, including the prestigious Young Psychiatrist Award from the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists and the International Investigator Award from the International College of Psychoneuropharmacology. He has recently been awarded the fellowship of the European Association of Psychosomatic Medicine (fEAPM) for his outstanding contributions to CL psychiatry. Dr Kumar has been actively involved in teaching and supervising medical students and CL psychiatry residents, in addition to full-time practising CL psychiatry.
Areas of interest:
- Mood and anxiety disorders
- Complex medical and psychiatric disorders
- Neuropsychiatric disorders
- Psychopharmacology in medically ill patients
Dr Ajali Sainani is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP). She completed her specialist psychiatry training, including additional Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry experience, within Metro South Brisbane.
Since 2013, Dr Sainani has worked across both private practice and public health settings, including as a Visiting Specialist Psychiatrist with the Institute for Urban Indigenous Health (IUIH), providing psychiatric care to Aboriginal community health clinics.
Dr Sainani has extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of a broad range of adult mental health conditions, including psychotic disorders, mood disorders, and anxiety disorders. Her special interests include general adult psychiatry, Indigenous mental health, women's mental health (including perinatal psychiatry), chronic pain, and the management of co-existing mental and physical health conditions.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr Sainani has contributed to medical education as an OSCE examiner for the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists and as an examiner for final-year medical students at The University of Queensland.
Dr Sainani is also an approved facilitator of the Circle of Security program, an internationally recognised early intervention program that strengthens attachment and relationships between parents or caregivers and children.
She is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, with a strong emphasis on professionalism, communication, and collaboration. Her treatment approach is holistic, combining evidence-based pharmacological and psychological interventions to support each patient's individual needs.
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Associate Professor Dr Adem Can, MD, AMC, PhD, FRANZCP, IFAPA is a Consultant Psychiatrist with a special interest in general psychiatry, adult ADHD, mood and anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, and treatment-resistant depression. He provides comprehensive psychiatric assessments and evidence-based management, with expertise in stimulant prescribing, shared-care models with general practitioners, and advanced treatments including transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and ketamine therapy. Dr Can is committed to delivering accessible, high-quality psychiatric care through telehealth with a strong focus on personalised, multidisciplinary treatment that supports long-term functional recovery and quality of life
Dr Saul Felber is a general psychiatrist with broad clinical experience across community, hospital and regional mental health services. He began his career working in adolescent mental health before moving into adult psychiatry where he works at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. Saul takes a friendly, down-to-earth approach, with the aim of reaching a shared understanding of what's going on and a clear, practical plan going forward. He has further training in psychodynamic approaches as well as cognitive analytic therapy which he can utilise in addition to medications and other lifestyle interventions.
Bernadette is a passionate and empathetic Clinical Psychologist who takes a strength-based approach working with adults, adolescents and children. Bernadette’s focus is on a range of psychological treatment planning for mental health conditions, emotional regulation and behavioural problems. Bernadette has dual master's degrees in forensic Mental Health and Clinical Psychology and has worked across various clinical and forensic settings.
Age groups – children, adolescents, adults, senior adults.
Special Interests:
• Adjustment disorders
• Anxiety disorders
• Depression and mood disorders
• Child and youth mental health
• Personality disorders
• Veterans and emergency services personnel such as ambulance and police
• Substance use disorders
• Trauma and PTSD
• Neurological conditions with a special interest in Motor Neurone Disease and Parkinson’s Disease
• Workers compensation
Psychological Assessments including: cognitive, personality, neurodiverse; Forensic including fitness, unsoundness, specialist violence and sexual violence, stalking, threat, pre-sentence reports and firearms licences.
Dr. Charanya Thanikachalam is a Consultant Psychiatrist with over a decade of experience in India and Australia. She began her career at The Banyan, where she supported socially marginalised women with severe mental illnesses. Since moving to Australia, Dr. Thanikachalam has worked in public mental health services, focusing on women's and perinatal mental health. Her practice incorporates telepsychiatry, medicolegal assessments, and private care, emphasising evidence-based assessments and collaborative treatment with GPs and allied health professionals. Known for her calm, approachable manner, Dr. Thanikachalam effectively builds rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds. Outside of work, she enjoys time with her infant daughter and family.
Dr Brennan completed his medical training at the University of Cambridge and his early medical career in Edinburgh. He moved to Australia in 2017, working in Cairns, the Gold Coast, Victoria and Tasmania, and completing his psychiatry training at The Alfred in Melbourne. Dr Brennan’s approach centres on understanding the person, not just the diagnosis. He is passionate about helping patients make sense of their own experience and building the tools to move forward in life.
Dr Islam completed her medical degree at the University of Western Australia in 2007 with Honours. She completed a Fellowship in General Practice (FRACGP) in 2014. In the course of working in general practice, she found treating mental health conditions rewarding and decided to train in psychiatry. She completed a Fellowship in Psychiatry (FRANZCP) in 2026, in general adult psychiatry. She has a research interest in postnatal depression and currently completing higher studies in this field. She has worked aconsultant psychiatrist in a number of places including most recently the Macarthur Assertive Team. She has an interest in nutritional and personalised medicine and women's health. She welcomes treating patients for Depression, Bipolar Affective illness, Schizophrenia, Anxiety disorders, PTSD and Adult ADHD.
Dr Morteza Jafarinia is a Consultant Psychiatrist and Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, with extensive experience in psychiatry, including more than 14 years as a Consultant Psychiatrist, across public and private mental health services in Australia and overseas.
His main clinical interests include adult ADHD and ASD, depression and anxiety disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, with a focus on comprehensive assessment, diagnostic clarity, psychoeducation and evidence-based treatment.
Dr Jafarinia provides respectful, collaborative and patient-centred approach to care, working closely with patients, families, GPs and other health professionals to understand individual needs and develop tailored and practical management plans. He sees adults aged 18–65 years and consults in English and Persian.
Dr Hodder is a consultant psychiatrist with over 30 years’ healthcare experience. After studying medicine at the University of Melbourne, he completed his general psychiatry training in Victoria and NSW, before advanced training in forensic psychiatry at Forensicare, Melbourne. During his advanced training, he also undertook a sports psychiatry research year with the AFL and Orygen Youth Mental Health. As a consultant psychiatrist, Dr Hodder has worked across adult, forensic and sports psychiatry settings, including regional and remote settings, with extensive experience in acute/crisis services. His years working in forensic psychiatry have shown him that, even in the most challenging of circumstances, recovery remains possible with the right support. Dr Hodder uses a patient-centred and collaborative approach, encouraging patients to be active participants in their recovery. His special interests include ADHD; mood and anxiety disorders; trauma disorders, including PTSD and complex PTSD; psychotic disorders; drug and alcohol use disorders; athlete presentations (recreational to elite); and medicolegal assessments. In his spare time, he enjoys traveling with his family and continuing his lifelong connection to the ocean through surfing, and of more recent years, surf lifesaving.
Dr Subramaniam has extensive experience in both the fields of psychiatry and psychotherapy. He graduated from the Imperial College School of Medicine in 1999, and obtained his Fellowship in Psychiatry n 2012. He is an accredited member of the Faculty of Psychotherapy (RANZCP). Dr Subramaniam enjoys working with motivated patients who are seeking to find relief from their symptoms and experience more fulfilling lives. He utilises pharmacological, psychological and social approaches to help patients. He believes fulfilment comes from cultivating meaningful relationships and also having a sense of purpose, be it through work, study or other forms of engagement. Dr Subramaniam treats a variety of conditions including all forms of anxiety, mood disorders, posttraumatic conditions, perinatal issues as well as personality / interpersonal difficulties. Dr Subramaniam works in private practise in Melbourne and also holds a public appointment at Monash Health, where he is involved in the teaching and supervision of psychiatry registrars in the field of psychotherapy. Please be advised Dr Subramaniam does not do work related to NDIS applications, Workcover, TAC or court / insurance reports.
