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Psychiatrists
What does a Psychiatrist do?
Psychiatrists are medical doctors, who are able to diagnose and treat mental health conditions. Psychiatrists are able to prescribe medications.
https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/psychiatrists-and-psychologists
https://www.ranzcp.org/college-committees/offices-and-branches/queensland-branch/find-a-psychiatrist
Qld Health - Child and Youth Mental Health Service CYMHS
CYMHS is a specialised team of health professionals that provides assessment, treatment and management of children and young people aged 0 to 17 years who have or are at risk of developing severe and complex mental health issues.
All programs provide targeted treatment and interventions taking into consideration the child's/young person's age and physical, psychological and social needs. Interventions may include individual therapy, family therapy and group work.
- Ask your GP, guidance officer, youth worker or paediatrician to contact CYMHS
- Contact CYMHS on 3817 2360
- Contact the support line on 1300 MH CALL (1300 64 22 55).
https://www.westmoreton.health.qld.gov.au/services-and-care/mental-health
Qld Health - ACUTE Care Team
ACT is the first point of contact for anyone who may be worried about their mental health or the mental health of someone close to them. This team works with people who are 18 years of age and older.
The team runs West Moreton Health’s 24/7 mental health support line.
When you do call, you will be put through to one of the mental health professionals who will talk with you about your mental health and provide you with immediate advice and assistance.
1300 MH CALL (1300 64 22 55)
https://www.westmoreton.health.qld.gov.au/services-and-care/mental-health
Dr Syed Shah
https://psychcareservices.com.au/
To obtain an appointment:
- 1. Get a GP Referral
- 2. Select a suitable appointment
- 3. Upload referral, enter medicare and credit card details
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety disorders
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Eating disorders
- Obsessive-compulsive disorders
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder
- Psychosis
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Schizophrenia
Treats age groups
- Ages 1-17
Qualifications
- Fellow of the RANZCP
- Accredited Member - Faculty of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Languages spoken
- Hindi
- Punjabi
- Urdu
- English
Dr Andrew Nielsen
A GP referral is required.
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety disorders
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Bipolar disorder
- Cognitive behavioural therapy
- Conversion disorder
- Depression
- Developmental disability
- Motivational interviewing
- Obsessive-compulsive disorders
- Personality disorders
- Psychosis
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Schizophrenia
- Supportive psychotherapy
Treats age groups
- Ages 18-60
- Ages 60+
Qualifications
- Fellow of the RANZCP
- Accredited Member - Faculty of Adult Psychiatry
Languages spoken
- English
Experience with
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
- Intellectual disability
- Military and veterans
Dr Shannon Morton
https://kookyclinic.com.au/dr-shannon-morton/
Dr Morton is qualified to treat all mental health and behavioural disorders from a biopsychosocial framework, including ordering medical tests, prescribing medication, and providing individual, family, or group psychotherapy.
Dr Morton has additional skills in:
- Schema Therapy
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
- Family Therapy
- Sandplay Therapy
- Art Therapy
She also has research experience in:
- Self-injury in adolescents
- Neuro-imaging, emotional mirror neurons, and attachment theory
- Tourette’s Syndrome
Dr Lincoln Kappikulam Pauliah
Dr Lincoln Kappikulam Pauliah
Dr Lincoln Kappikulam Pauliah
A GP referral is required.
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety disorders
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Depression
- Developmental disability
- Obsessive-compulsive disorders
- Psychosis
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
Treats age groups
- Ages 1-21
Qualifications
- Fellow of the RANZCP
Languages spoken
- Kannada
- Tamil
- English
Experience with
- Asylum seekers and refugees
- Intellectual disability
Dr Mirciulina Aciu
Dr Lincoln Kappikulam Pauliah
Dr Lincoln Kappikulam Pauliah
A GP referral is required.
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety disorders
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Depression
- Eating disorders
Treats age groups
- Ages 18-60
Qualifications
- Fellow of the RANZCP
Languages spoken
- Romanian
- English
Experience with
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
- Maori
- Families
Dr Tarun Sehgal
Dr Lincoln Kappikulam Pauliah
Dr Timothy Dudgeon
A GP referral is required.
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety disorders
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Eating disorders
- Psychosis
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Schizophrenia
Treats age groups
- Ages 18-60
Qualifications
- Fellow of the RANZCP
- Accredited Member - Faculty of Adult Psychiatry
Languages spoken
- Hindi
- Punjabi
- Urdu
- English
Dr Timothy Dudgeon
Dr Vijini Jayawardena
Dr Timothy Dudgeon
A GP referral is required.
Treats age groups
- Ages 18-60
- Ages 60+
- Ages 16-24
Qualifications
- Fellow of the RANZCP
Dr Vijini Jayawardena
Dr Vijini Jayawardena
Dr Vijini Jayawardena
A GP referral is required.
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety disorders
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Mindfulness
- Psychosis
Treats age groups
- Ages 18-60
- Ages 16-24
Qualifications
- Fellow of the RANZCP
Languages spoken
- Sinhalese
- English
Experience with
- Asylum seekers and refugees
- Non-English speaking