Our Specialists

Dr.Nargess Mazloumi is a distinguished consultant psychiatrist renowned for her profound expertise and unwavering dedication to the field of mental health. With specialised training in New South Wales, Australia, she has emerged as a pivotal figure in psychiatry, providing both inpatient and outpatient care. Dr Mazloumi's commitment to holistic treatment methodologies and evidence-based practices has earned her widespread acclaim among colleagues and patients alike. Beyond clinical practice, she remains deeply entrenched in scholarly pursuits, contributing to the ongoing evolution of psychiatric knowledge through research and academic discourse. As a consummate professional and compassionate healer, Dr. Mazloumi epitomizes excellence, compassion, and professionalism, inspiring hope and transformation in the lives of those she treats.

Dr. Nargess Mazloumi's illustrious career is distinguished by her comprehensive approach to mental health care and her proficiency across diverse psychiatric disciplines. Renowned for her expertise in neurostimulation techniques, eating disorders, adolescent psychiatry, perinatal psychiatry, and ADHD treatment, she exemplifies a nuanced understanding of complex mental health conditions. Her recent initiative of establishing a specialty clinic for ADHD patients as well as providing Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) treatment, reflects her commitment and dedication to innovative approaches in patient care. As a compassionate healer and dedicated scholar, she continues to inspire hope and transformation in the lives of individuals confronting mental health adversities.

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As a person who was diagnosed with ADHD in adulthood, Dr. Bao has lived experience with neurodivergence and provides an accepting and warm space in his consultations.

Born in China, his family moved to Canada when he was 6. He came to Australia in 2010 to study medicine and he graduated in 2013 from the University of Sydney. Having lived in many places around the world, he relates to the immigrant experience and takes particular interest in seeing immigrant families navigate neurodivergence. Dr. Bao also speaks fluent Mandarin and can consult in Mandarin.

His medical career to-date bears the hallmarks of his neurodivergence. His experience encompasses being former key opinion leader in the field of cosmetic medicine, working in emergency, as well as after-hours urgent home visits. Most recently, he spent time as a locum psychiatry registrar within South East Sydney Local Health District where he explored his budding interest in psychiatry.

Dr. Bao brings a casual but professional consulting style. His personal mantra is that a good consultation that truly captures the history of a patient’s presentation should at the same time be therapeutic for the patient as they learn about themselves.

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Dr. Andrew Le is a General Adult Psychiatrist. He initially trained as an optometrist, completing a Bachelor of Optometry and Bachelor of Science (BOptom/BSc) at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) before transitioning to medicine. Dr. Le earned his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from the University of Sydney and subsequently pursued his psychiatry training within the Sydney Local Health District. He achieved Fellowship with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP), solidifying his expertise in mental health care. Dr. Le has further enhanced his qualifications with a Master of Medicine (MMed) from the University of Sydney. Dr Le specialises in treating psychosis, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In addition to his private work, Dr. Le works in the public sector serving as the Unit Director and Staff Specialist Psychiatrist at Concord Centre for Mental Health, where he plays a key leadership role in the provision of psychiatric care. Outside of his professional work, Dr. Le enjoys staying active and spending quality time with his wife and young daughter.

Dr Shahzad Ali is a Consultant Psychiatrist who has been practicing psychiatry in Queensland for over 13 years. He has a wide experience of working as a consultant psychiatrist in public and private mental health sectors.

Dr Ali did part of his post-graduate studies from United States where he was also involved in conducting research work. He obtained his Fellowship from the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) in the year 2018. He also completed Masters (MSc) in Clinical Psychiatry from one of the most reputable academic institutions in UK, Cardiff University, in addition to acquiring Diploma in Clinical Psychiatry (DCP) from The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ireland. He is also a Senior Lecturer in Psychiatry at the University of Queensland.

Dr Ali has a wide experience in assessment and treatment of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychosis, personality disorders, and adult ADHD. He uses holistic biopsychosocial model of treatment to provide quality, evidence based mental health care for his patients.

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Dr. Krishnan is a qualified general psychiatrist with a special interest in indigenous and cross-cultural psychiatry, old age and women’s mental health. Dr. Krishnan is a current consultant psychiatrist at Royal Darwin Hospital managing rural remote team with a clinical focus on psychotic disorders, mood and anxiety disorders.

Dr. Krishnan completed undergraduate studies at University of Aberdeen, School of Medicine and Dentistry in 2004 and became a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists(RANZCP) in 2018. She trained through Hawkes Bay and Wellington, NZ and worked across different hospitals in the Lower North Island from 2018 to 2022 as a consultant adult and old age psychiatrist.

Her other current memberships are that of a committee member for CDU, HREC Committee as a visiting consultant and secretary for WPA Section of Art and Psychiatry.

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Dr Grogan is a general adult psychiatrist who has trained in a range of specialist services in the fields of neuropsychiatry, anxiety and mood disorders, OCD, psychotic disorders, and psychotherapy. Judith believes in the importance of a thorough biopsychosocial assessment as the basis for providing personalized care and encourages the involvement of carers and allied health supports. She incorporates lifestyle, pharmacological and psychotherapeutic treatment strategies into an evidence-based treatment plan that is tailored to the needs of each individual.

Judith underpins her warm and compassionate manner with an understanding of the complex challenges faced by individuals who are seeking help for mental health concerns, and believes in a collaborative and client-focussed approach to management. She welcomes referrals for anxiety and mood disorders, OCD, trauma and stressor related disorders and psychosis.

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Dr Noon is an experienced psychiatrist who has worked in various locations across Australia’s eastern states prior to settling in Perth.

Originally from the UK, Dr Noon was formerly an emergency doctor and in Australia, has worked with RFDS. This background has provided him with valuable experience and insight across the breadth of medicine.

James is calm in nature with an abiding curiosity about the human condition.

He likes to work collaboratively with patients and gain a thorough understanding of their unique circumstances to inform his treatment decisions.

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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 Das speaks several languages including Hindi and Bengali. He also provides second opinions for diagnostic clarification. Dr Das strongly supports telehealth consultations in the modern era as it facilitates comprehensive mental health assessment and care in people’s home environments while minimally disrupting their daily life.

Dr Das consults with people 16 years of age and older.

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Language spoken: English

As an ICF accredited ADHD Professional Certified Coach (PCC) I work with people with ADHD as a thinking partner to support them and shine a light on their thinking that can move them to get unstuck and take themself forward positively.

I work with these clients to build a greater self awareness of themselves and build strategies to move their life forward. By creating a safe and trusting relationship I can help you to explore your successes and become aware of your strengths and positive qualities.

I will help you to uncover enjoyable and energising skills and activities. This will allow you to have positive energy and emotions that can result in you moving your life forward positively.

Basically, I work with all types of people with ADHD who are seriously interested in improving the self management of their life. This may include being willing to work at following through on strategies discussed at coaching to improve organisation and self management and go forward positively.

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.

Areas of interest:

• Brain based therapies and neuroplasticity
• Trauma informed practice
• Positive psychology

Language spoken: English

B.A. (PSYCH) (HONS) (MAPS)

Cara is a registered psychologist with a passion for helping people achieve their goals and overcome life’s challenges. She is guided by a person-centred approach to therapy and uses evidence-based techniques from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness, with a focus on somatic (body-based) strategies to ground and calm those experiencing anxiety and trauma responses, and for sensory or neurodivergent preferences and needs.

Working with each unique “whole person”, Cara empowers people to improve their health and wellbeing with Therapeutic Lifestyle Interventions that that provide tools for managing stress and mood throughout life.

Cara has a special interest in supporting people with neurodiversity and works from a strengths-based, neuroaffirming paradigm to support those with ADHD, Autism, OCD and other neurotypes. She also draws on experience working collaboratively with NDIS clients in the disability sector and supporting 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.

Modalities:

• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
• Schema Therapy
• Somatic Therapy

Areas of Interest:

• ADHD, Autism
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
• Anxiety Disorders
• Positive psychology and growth through life’s transitions and changes
• Health psychology and behaviour change
• Connection to companion animals, loneliness and grief

Language spoken: English

B.A. (PSYCH) (HONS)

Aimee is a provisional 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.

Modalities:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
• Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
• Mindfulness based interventions

Areas of Interest:

• LGBT+ issues
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Attachment theory and psychodynamics

Language spoken: English

Dr Adeniyi is an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist with a demonstrated excellent history of working within the Hospital Inpatient, Emergency setting, and Community Mental Health Services. He is an accredited clinical supervisor for the RANZCP Fellowship training program, and a clinical lead within a multidisciplinary team. Dr Adeniyi has strong consulting professional ethics, and a great team player in a multidisciplinary environment. He is highly skilled in upto-date evidence based psychiatric practice, comprehensive biopsychosocial treatment options including psychotropics, psychopharmacology, psychological interventions, and Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).

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

Dr Watt has more than 12 years of experience in working within Psychiatry. After working as a Rural General Practitioner for 15 years he retrained in Psychiatry. Since completing his training, he has worked in correctional centres, a drug and alcohol rehabilitation hospital and private practice.  Dr Watt has qualifications in forensic Psychiatry and an interest in addictions, aged care and palliative care Psychiatry. He also works part-time as a Staff Specialist providing clinical input for the Specialist Mental Health Service for Older People (SMSHOP) in the NSW Custodial Mental Health Service.

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

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: Cantonese, English

Dr Bonnie is a consultant psychiatrist with special interest in diagnosis and treatment of adult psychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety, OCD, psychosis, and ADHD. She completed her medical degree at the University of Queensland has worked in various major hospitals in Queensland and Victoria. In addition to English, she speaks fluent Cantonese.

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, 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

Erin is a consultant psychiatrist who has completed extra training in Old Age Psychiatry. She provides comprehensive mental health assessments for adults and older people with emphasis holistic, collaborative care and recovery orientated treatment. Erin grew up in rural NSW and has a special interest in caring for people from rural and remote areas. She is also experienced in caring for people for culturally diverse backgrounds.

Language spoken: English

Dr Frank Chow is an experienced Psychiatrist and has worked predominantly on the east coast of Australia including Sydney, Brisbane, Rockhampton, Toowoomba, Tweed Heads and also Adelaide. He gained extensive experience within both the private and public systems. Dr. Chow has completed his certificate in old age psychiatry and is a psychogeriatrician as a Visiting Medical Officer for NSW Health.

Dr. Chow’s special interest areas include: Organisational and Occupational Psychiatry ,Diagnosis and Management of Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Organic Psychiatry, Workers Compensation, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder & Old Age Psychiatry.

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

Dr Joan Haliburn is a child, adolescent and family Psychiatrist and Psychotherapist with over 30 years’ experience in the private and public psychiatry sector, having trained in Westmead Hospital and Redbank House which is an infant, child and adolescent unit with day/outpatient/inpatient and acute units. Dr Haliburn has worked widely with various psychiatric presentations and problems in this age group and also with young adults. She set up an early intervention program with psychotic adolescents who were then admitted to adult wards, during which time she developed considerable interest and expertise in this area, and in the area of depression and suicidal youth. She is interested in the emotional health of pregnant women, infant/caregiver problems, depression, anxiety disorders particularly Obsessive -Compulsive Spectrum Disorders, Eating Disorders, and is comfortable assessing patients in the age group 0 to 21 years and families. She is a warm, caring and empathic person, with a particular sensitivity to those with mental health difficulties.

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

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, 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, Greek

Dr Marshall is an experienced female psychiatrist with over 30 years’ experience in both private and public practice. Her areas of expertise include general adult, attention deficit disorder, mood disorders and post-traumatic stress syndrome. She is enthusiastic in her use of psychological therapies (particularly mindfulness and eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing) and her use of medication is guided by minimum psychopharmacology interventions. She has had significant experience practising in rural settings, including via video conferencing and is passionate about bringing specialist care to areas of need.

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

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

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 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, 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, 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

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

Matt is an Old Age Psychiatrist and Adjunct Senior Lecturer at UNSW, Sydney. He trained both in the UK and Australia and recently completed his PhD in the field of vascular dementia. He has published extensively on clinical subjects including late-life depression, mild cognitive impairment and dementia.
Matt has been working as a Consultant Psychiatrist for over a decade, across several large Sydney teaching hospitals. He also continues to support regional patients with a regular clinic in Coffs Harbour.

He has extensive experience and expertise in helping people over the age of 65 with mental health difficulties and cognitive disorders. This includes the assessment and treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar and psychotic disorders, as well the management of cognitive impairment, dementia and associated conditions.

Matt works collaboratively with patients and their families to understand their unique situation and will often recommend treatment in multiple modalities including medication, lifestyle changes and psychological interventions.

Language spoken: English

Dr Mimi Xu is a specialised child and adolescent psychiatrist with extensive experience caring forchildren, adolescents and their families in the community setting. She provides a detailed personalised assessment and management plan for mental health difficulties, and has a holistic approach to the wellbeing of young people. She also deeply values the impact of family and other key relationships in the recovery process.

Her special interests include anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, PTSD, ASD and ADHD.

Language spoken: English

Dr Neelya Agalawatta is a general adult psychiatrist who completed her medical degree at the University of Newcastle. She has worked in public, private and telehealth settings. Dr Agalawatta has experience in treating a range of psychiatric presentations, with special interests in seeing young adults and women in the perinatal period.

Language spoken: English

Dr Loxham is a Consultant Psychiatrist and a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP.) She obtained her medical degree and embarked on her junior doctor years in the United Kingdom, before completing her fellowship in Brisbane, Australia. Parisa completed her basic psychiatry training at Princess Alexandra Hospital and her advanced training at Queensland Children’s Hospital. She is currently undertaking her fellowship with the Australian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine also.

Dr Loxham recognises the importance of providing a holistic, recovery focused and evidence-based approach to care. Her expertise includes treatment of depression, anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders in adults, children and adolescents. Dr Loxham works collaboratively with patients and their families to provide the best possible care in all modalities. This includes psychological therapies, pharmacological management, and particularly lifestyle interventions. She understands the relationship between the physical and mental well-being, and so advocates for improving patients’ physical health where possible. She believes that kindness, and a shared understanding of a patient’s experiences, is the basis for meaningful therapeutic work. She provides care for all ages, particularly from children to young adults.

Language spoken: English, Hindi

Dr Dahiya is a General Adult Psychiatrist. Special interests include Mood disorders, Psychosis, Anxiety Disorders and OCD.

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 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 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 Patil has over 15 years experience in Psychiatry since graduating. He has worked both in in-patient and outpatient Psychiatry both in Australia and India. Dr Patil has a particular interest in Addiction Psychiatry (and associated comorbidity), Transcultural Psychiatry and General adult Psychiatry. He has a combined approach in treatment inclusive of medications and psychological interventions. Dr Patil offers services in general adult Psychiatry for Mood disorders, Anxiety disorders, PTSD and Psychosis, comorbid mental health issues associated with Addiction and Clozapine prescribing for Treatment Resistant Schizophrenia.

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: 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, 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: 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, 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 is completing 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.