Brenda Taylor is a registered senior psychologist offering counselling and assessment in a caring, professional space to focus on your health and wellbeing. Brenda has worked as a psychologist and educator for many years and started counselling in private practice 12 years ago. She has worked in many settings to develop wide experience with children, adolescents and adults. Brenda consults every Thursday.

Dr Rodrigo is a Consultant Psychiatrist trained in Australia, the United Kingdom and Sri Lanka, and has specialist qualifications from all three countries. He has published journal articles on various topics and is working towards further qualifications in forensic psychiatry. Dr Rodrigo has obtained an Advanced Training Certificates in Psychotherapies (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) and Forensic Psychiatry from RANZCP. He completed a certificate of Addictive Behaviours He was awarded a PhD from the University of Melbourne on modifying CBT to suit different cultural contexts. He has published widely on various topics including psychotherapy, cross cultural presentations, general adult psychiatry, forensic psychiatry and child psychiatry. Dr Rodrigo sees people aged 14 years and over.

Dr Cross initially completed a Bachelor of Arts/Law at Monash University before completing her legal practicing certificate. She was admitted to practice law whilst undertaking her graduate medical degree at Monash University. Dr Cross began her speciality training in psychiatry at Alfred Health and completed her qualification with Forensicare, whilst undertaking her advanced training in forensic psychiatry. She currently works at Forensicare as a consultant forensic psychiatrist and appears regularly in court as an expert witness.

Dr Frater is a highly accomplished Consultant Psychiatrist with a wealth of experience in multiple areas of psychiatry having worked across many settings including public and private hospitals. She has developed astute skills in unique areas such as perinatal psychiatry, functional neurological disorders, epilepsy-related mental health conditions and neurodiversity (ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder). Dr Frater also holds a position as Consultant Psychiatrist at The Alfred Hospital. Dr Frater is only available via telehealth.

Dr Sinnott is an general adult psychiatrist who trained in medicine at Monash University and later completed his psychiatry training at Barwon Health in Geelong as well as time at the Victorian Institute of Forensic Mental Health. He currently works for the Victorian Mental Health Tribunal and at Focus Psychiatry.

Dr Hughes initially trained as a pharmacist before completing his graduate medical degree at the University of Melbourne. He went on to pursue basic psychiatric training at the Royal Melbourne Hospital before completing advanced training at the Victorian Institute of Forensic Mental Health, where he now works as a consultant forensic psychiatrist. Please note that due to his frequent appearances as an expert witness for both criminal and civil matters in the courts, Dr Hughes is unable to enter any treatment role with an individual currently in receipt of Workcover payments.

Dr Pierre Wibawa is a neuropsychiatrist who has trained in Australia and New Zealand. He graduated in medicine from the University of Otago in 2011. He is a lecturer and clinical researcher who has published widely and is involved in clinical drug trials for dementia and neurometabolic disease.

Dr Solmaz Tatari is a Mental Health General Practitioner with a profound passion for supporting the mental well being all of her patients. In addition to her General Practitioner qualifications, Dr Tatari has spent additional years in postgraduate training working in hospital psychiatric wards and community-based mental health units. Dr Tatari consults the first Tuesday of every month.

Dr Chau (rated #1 psychiatrist in Victoria on RateMDs on 4 December 2022) is passionate about improving public mental health awareness and destigmatising mental illness which has seen him appear on various news outlets such as his appearances on ABC News and Radio and The Weekly discussing ADHD. Besides treating individual patients, Dr Chau is actively engaged in public presentations, discussion panels and workplace training across a variety of settings including local, organisational and corporate.

Dr Deery is a general adult psychiatrist who, after completing a medical degree at Monash University, went on to undergo psychiatry training across NSW and Victoria. After being diagnosed with ADHD as an adult himself, Dr Deery has aimed to assist others to understand the diagnosis and challenge negative perceptions and stigma around the condition. Dr Deery also holds a position as Consultant Psychiatrist at NorthWestern Mental Health.

Effie is a senior social worker with over 20 years’ of clinical experience. She is extremely dedicated to helping clients achieve their full potential in life. Effie has worked in a myriad of clinical settings and organisational structures meaning she is well versed in clinical care at all levels. Her passion for mentorship sees her as a lecturer and tutor to the next generation of mental health professionals. Effie continues to be inspired daily at how human beings have the capacity to change their lives despite extraordinary circumstances and she firmly believes every individual deserves their story to be heard, validated and appreciated.

Born and raised in Melbourne, I was always interested in science and human behaviour, so it’s no wonder I became a psychologist! Professionally, I graduated from Deakin University with a B.App.Sc.(Hons) in 2001 and then, after studying history of science at The University of Melbourne for several years, I completed my psychological training at Swinburne University, graduating top-of-class with a M.Psych.(Couns) degree in 2010. Since this time I have worked in community mental health centres, tertiary education, not-for-profit organisations and private practice. Having started my career in child and adolescent mental health, I began to specialise in adult mental health with a specific emphasis on anxiety disorders and trauma, which now forms the predominant focus of my practice. I am also passionate about the education and training of clinicians, and am active in a clinical supervision and health services management role, in addition to having served on organisations aimed at mental health reform in Victoria.

Marco is a senior registered psychologist with more than 15 years’ of experience in providing counselling and psychotherapy for a broad range of issues. He has worked extensively in both private practice as well as inpatient and outpatient psychiatric hospital settings. Marco previously worked for a number of years as a registered nurse, focused primarily in the field of neurological and multi-trauma rehabilitation. Marco consults Monday to Thursday.

Aphrodite is a Senior Clinical Psychologist and EMDR therapist with over 18 years of experience in the assessment and counselling of adolescents and adults with a wide range of mental health difficulties. Aphrodite brings a wealth of knowledge, passion and competence to her role and upholds a strong commitment in empowering individuals to overcome their personal challenges, build resilience and lead a happy, healthy and connected life. Aphrodite consults every Monday and Tuesday.

Narisa Vormwald is a highly experienced senior clinical psychologist with 15 years of service in a range of mental health settings. She holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology. She is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective care, and to supporting her patients to better understand themselves. At MMH, she offers Autism Spectrum Disorder assessments. She is available for assessments both in person and online. Please contact the clinic for her availability. Treatment philosophy Narisa believes in a holistic, collaborative, patient-centred approach to all aspects of clinical care. She strives to create an affirming space for clients where they feel seen, heard, respected, and where they might gain optimism for their capacity to build the life they want for themselves. Career experience Narisa completed her psychology training at The Alfred psychiatric inpatient unit and Austin Hospital outpatient clinic. She also worked in a high acuity residential facility in London for children and adolescents with eating disorders. Narisa relishes the therapy work she conducts at group private practice The Three Seas Group in Richmond where she has practiced for the past decade. She has also consulted at the Melbourne Children’s Court Clinic providing assessments and reports for the criminal division. She is passionate about the assessment work she does, as it enables her to utilise her professional skills more fully and provides a nice balance to treatment work. Please note that Narisa’s work at MMH is limited to Autism Spectrum Disorder assessments only. She may be engaged for therapy appointments at The Three Seas Group in Richmond.