Our Team
Our multidisciplinary team brings together psychiatrists, psychologists and care coordinators working collaboratively to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care. We focus on clear communication, shared decision-making, and practical treatment planning to support both patients and their referring GPs.
GPs
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Dr Fola Adaji
MBBS (IBADAN), MPH (DEAKIN), FRACGP
GENERAL PRACTITIONER
ABN 21 434 975 730I am a General Practitioner and received my training from Murray City Country Coast GP Training Program.
I am a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP). I have done research training in the world-renowned Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, USA.
I have expertise in co-designing care plans with patients for their mental health and working with other relevant health professionals including psychiatrists to help them achieve their goals.
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Dr Shauna Boyd
MBBS (ANU), FRACGP
GENERAL PRACTITIONER
ABN 94 657 338 877I am a General Practitioner who studied psychology at the University of Sydney before completing my medical degree at the Australian National University in 2010.
I have been working as a GP for 10 years and in that time have specialised in mental health for more than 2 years. I have additional training in psychotherapy and paediatrics.
I enjoy working with all age groups, but have a special interest in young people’s health and well-being.
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Dr. Balvinder Khaira
MBBS, FRACGP
GENERAL PRACTITIONER
ABN 94 587 458 649I completed my medical degree at the University of Western Australia in 2009 and later attained my RACGP Fellowship in Melbourne. My career has included work in drug and alcohol rehabilitation, community health, and private practice. I’ve also undertaken training in psychotherapy and am registered with the Australian College of Medical Acupuncture.
I currently work with headspace, supporting young people with complex mental health needs, and consult with cohealth’s forensic mental health team.
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Dr. Alfaz Emadi
FRACGP, MRCGP (UK), MBBS (Lond.), DCH
GENERAL PRACTITIONER
ABN 30 613 402 743I completed my medical degree at the University of London in 2001 and am a Fellow of the Royal College of General Practitioners in both Australia and the UK. I have over 15 years of experience as a General Practitioner and also work as a Senior Medical Educator.
I am committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based care and have a particular interest in mental health. I work closely with patients to develop tailored care plans and collaborate with psychiatrists and other health professionals to support their goals.
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Dr. Emily Beck
MBBS, DCH, FRACGP
GENERAL PRACTITIONER
ABN 68 171 052 334I am a General Practitioner who completed my medical degree at Adelaide University in 2019. I completed my Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2024. I currently work as a General Practitioner in South Australia, in addition to my work at the AOA Clinic.
I enjoy working with a wide range of patients and am committed to providing inclusive and patient-centred care.
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Dr. Rosemary (Rosie) Atkinson
MBBS, DCH, FRACGP
GENERAL PRACTITIONER
ABN 24 662 520 878I completed a Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery at the University of Sydney in 2004 and completed my General Practice training in 2013.
I work in general practice with a focus on weight management and supporting patients with ADHD and disordered eating. I am a member of the RACGP and its Special Interest Groups for Obesity Management and ADHD, ASD and Neurodiversity, as well as ANZMOSS and IFSO, and hold SCOPE Certification. I am passionate about improving access to mental health care through flexible, patient-centred approaches.
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Dr Sonali Gupta
MBBS, FRACGP
GENERAL PRACTITIONER
ABN 34 908 274 286I completed my medical degree at Western Sydney University in 2016 and completed my hospital training in Sydney.
I am a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and hold further diplomas in child health and women's health.
My areas of interests include mental health, women’s health and paediatrics. I am committed to providing a holistic, collaborative and evidence based approach to my medical practice.
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Dr Jemma Dowsett
BBioMedSc, MEH. MD, FRACGP
GENERAL PRACTITIONER
ABN 84 379 235 139I graduated with a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Melbourne in 2016 and completed my General Practice training in 2022. I also hold a Bachelor of Biomedical Science and a Bachelor of Emergency Health (Paramedic).
I am a Medicare-registered psychotherapy provider and am completing a Certificate in Clinical Psychiatry with the Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. I take a warm, empathetic approach, working collaboratively with patients in a safe, non-judgemental environment to achieve the best outcomes.
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Dr Eugene Buenviaje
BPsych. MD, AFRACMA, FRACGP
GENERAL PRACTITIONER
ABN 45 395 767 863I completed a Bachelor of Psychology degree prior to entering medical school. In South Australia, I worked in mental health services for several years and was in psychiatry training.
I have worked at headspace Adelaide where I treated teenagers and adolescents. I am accredited to provide Focused Psychological Strategies (FPS), an Associate Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators and a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. I like helping people reach their maximum functional capabilities by treating mental health conditions.
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Dr Ting Chow
BMed, FRACGP, Dip. Child Health/Derm
GENERAL PRACTITIONER
ABN 32 271 650 592I completed my medical degree at Newcastle University in 2005 and currently work as a GP in Sydney as well as with AOA Clinic.
My areas of interest are women’s health, paediatrics and skin cancer medicine. I hold Diplomas in Child Health and Dermatology.
I have a warm and gentle approach and enjoy walking alongside my patients, helping them to optimise their health and achieve their goals.
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Dr Andrew Taylor
MBBS (Peninsula, UK), FRACGP
GENERAL PRACTITIONER
ABN 50 370 293 850I am a General Practitioner with a specialist interest in mental health. I completed my medical degree at Peninsula Medical School in the United Kingdom and later obtained Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) after moving to Australia.
I have a strong interest in neurodiversity and neurodevelopmental conditions, particularly in supporting people with ADHD through timely, evidence-based assessment and treatment. This work has become one of the most meaningful aspects of my practice.
I currently work in an Indigenous health clinic in Tweed Heads, where I am committed to providing culturally safe, inclusive and patient-centred care in partnership with patients and other health professionals.
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Dr Tom Wang
MD, FRACGP
GENERAL PRACTITIONER
ABN 55 358 247 121I graduated from the University of New South Wales in 2015 and have since developed broad experience across all areas of general practice.
While I value the diversity of general practice, I am particularly passionate about mental health. Working within a university medical practice has provided me with extensive experience supporting young adults, and I have developed a strong interest in promoting and protecting the mental wellbeing of young people.
I am committed to collaborative, multidisciplinary care and regularly work alongside other health professionals, including psychiatrists, to provide holistic, individualised support and achieve the best possible outcomes for my patients.
Outside of medicine, I enjoy scuba diving, playing computer games, and skiing when the weather allows.
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Dr Sarah Lucy
BMBS (Flinders), FRACGP, FARGP, GD-YOUTHMH (Melb)
GENERAL PRACTITIONER
ABN 68 171 052 334I am a General Practitioner who completed my medical degree at Flinders University in 1996, before working in regional NSW and the Northern Territory. I have been in regional South Australian since 2006. I have my Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners as well as a Fellowship of Advanced Rural General Practice.
I have worked in diverse areas in Medicine from Indigenous Health to Palliative Care. I have worked as a generalist GP for over 20 years, and since 2013, have also worked part time in rural specialist youth mental health services.
I completed a Diploma of Youth Mental Health in 2023, and am committed to delivering quality and accessible care
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Dr Fereshteh (Feri) Ravanbakhsh
MD, FRACGP
GENERAL PRACTITIONER
ABN 25 949 829 714I have been working as a GP since 2006, commencing my career in Australia 11 years ago.
As a passionate advocate for mental health, I am a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, offering expertise in formulating mental health conditions.
I am dedicated to personalized and evidence-based care, I look forward to continue making positive impact on mental well-being.
Psychiatrist
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Dr Akuh Adaji
MBBS (IBADAN), MSc (KINGS COLLEGE LONDON), PhD (MONASH), MBA (DEAKIN) ABPN (MAYO CLINIC), FRANZCP
CONSULTANT PSYCHIATRIST
ABN 56 465 791 441I am a consultant psychiatrist and received my training from the world-renowned Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, USA.
I have board certification with the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and I am a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP). I have expertise in co-designing care plans with patients (18 years and above), their GPs and other relevant health professionals to achieve health, work, and life goals.
Care plans of interest:
Adult ADHD*, Anxiety disorders, Mood disorders, OCD, BPD, Psychotic disorders, Trauma
Occupational Therapists
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Khalisa Nanji
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ABN 59 972 392 271
I completed my Masters in Occupational Therapy from the University of Sydney and a Bachelors of Arts & Science from Mcgill University in Canada.
I am passionate about making a meaningful impact and fostering independence in day to day activities for people with ADHD.
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Nisha Nair
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ABN 85 660 138 122
I am an Occupational Therapist with a bachelors in Applied Sciences (Occupational Therapy) from the University of Sydney and a Master in Public Health (Specialising in International Health) from the University of New South Wales.
I have extensive experience working with teens, adolescents and adults with disabilities through client centred care while managing comprehensive caseloads, conducted assessments, and implemented evidence-based interventions. I have received additional training in trauma-sensitive practice, neurobiology matters and sensory defensiveness.
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ADHD Coaches
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Ojonoka Usman
ADHD LIFE COACH.
I am an Advanced Certified ADHD Life Coach who specialises in turning executive function chaos into clarity.
Together, we’ll tackle planning, organisation, focus, emotional regulation, and other executive function challenges to create strategies that feel doable, not overwhelming. Because ADHD isn’t one-size-fits-all, our sessions are designed around your unique brain, your strengths, and your goals.
My guiding belief: “You’re not broken—you’re human and you're exactly where growth begins.” Come on a journey with me to know, own and master your ADHD.
Education, Training, and Certifications
Advanced Certified ADHD Life Coach (A-CALC) - ICF Level 2 Training from The International ADHD Coach Training Center.
Associate Certified Coach (ACC) - International Coaching Federation (ICF).
MSc. Engineering Management; MSc. Environmental Engineering - The University of Melbourne, Australia.
Memberships - International Coaching Federation (ICF); ADHD Coaches Organization (ACO); Australasian ADHD Professionals Organization (AADPA)
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Izabella Risteski
ADHD COACH.
I am an ADHD Neural Coach based in Sydney, NSW, specialising in integrating neuropsychology with ADHD behavioral coaching. I help adults, professionals, children, adolescents, and families manage ADHD symptoms and leverage their strengths for personal and professional success.
I hold a Bachelor of Psychological Science and a Bachelor of Arts in Socio-Legal Studies from the University of Sydney, and am a qualified ADHD Behavioral Coach through the ADDCA course.
Diagnosed with ADHD myself, I am passionate about reducing stigma, improving diagnosis, and advocating for policy changes in healthcare and education. I have presented research at major ADHD conferences and am active in advocacy organisations, including ADHD UK and the International Coaching Federation.
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