Blog entry by Karri Austerlitz
Psychiatrists in South Wales
Dr. Sharma has experience of working in a variety of psychiatric settings in the NHS and private sector. He is a specialist in treating mental disorders like anxiety disorder, depression and psychotic illness.
He also handles medico legal reports on adult and liaison psychiatrists (personal injury as well as work-related stress) and private patients with medically unproved symptoms. There are clinics in Cardiff and also accepts referrals from private sources.
Dr Raman Sakhuja
Dr Raman Sakhuja is a leading consultant psychiatrist in Cardiff who specializes in addiction and adult psychiatry mental health. He also has a particular interest in neuromodulation, and specifically non-invasive brain stimulation. He has recently completed his training in this field at the Berenson Allen Centre in Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA. He is a former chair of the general adult and addiction psychiatry faculties of the Royal College of Psychiatrists in Wales.
He is a reputable consultant for BUPA AXA-PPP Aviva, WPA, Cigna and Pru Health. He also accepts referrals on a self funding basis. He is able to offer consultations in his private practice in Cyncoed Consultation Rooms and his telephone and Skype appointments are also available for patients who live in other countries.
Colette Hart established Heart 2 Hart Solutions in order to highlight the importance of emotional support for those who have experienced medical trauma. She works with adults who present with trauma and PTSD complex and simple. She has worked with the Cardiff and Vale NHS Health Board, as well as with various private clients. She has also spoken at national conferences about trauma and PTSD.
Dr Sanjeev Sharma
Dr Sanjeev Sharma is a consultant psychiatrist with a wide array of experience in treating adults with various psychological disorders. He employs a holistic method to help his patients manage their symptoms through psychotherapy and medication. His expertise covers depression, psychotic disorders, and bipolar disorder, as well as anxiety and ADHD. He has a special interest in transcultural psychiatry. He also offers Telehealth consultations for his patients.
He is a member of the Medical Cannabis Clinicians Society and has completed a course on the indications, prescription and use of Cannabis-Derived Medicinal Products (CDMPs). He has been employed by Health Inspectorate Wales as a second-opinion physician since the year 2018. He is a compassionate psychiatrist who is keen to assist patients with their mental health concerns by using CDMPs.
In addition to his private psychiatric diagnosis practice, he has worked as a Consultant Adult Psychiatrist for the NHS in Cardiff and rural Australia. He has a wealth of experience in the treatment of borderline personality disorders and developmental trauma-based disorders. He has a longstanding interest in psychotherapy for PTSD particularly military and police PTSD.
His extensive experience in clinical practice has led him to be recognized by the General Medical Council (GMC) as a specialist in Adult Psychiatry. He has over 20 years of experience creating psychiatric reports for medicolegal as well as insurance purposes.
He has been involved with research into mood disorders. He is also a founder member of University of New South Wales' Black Dog Institute. His current research is focused on bipolar and depressive disorders. He is dedicated to the education of doctors and regularly speaks at national and international conferences.
Professor Parker is a highly experienced clinician who has worked with patients from all backgrounds. He focuses on those who suffer from anxiety and mood disorders. He is a recognised consultant for BUPA and AXA-PPP. He also accepts self-funded referrals. He is an experienced appraiser and regularly assesses medical doctors for the General Medical Council.
Dr David Davies
Dr Davies is a highly experienced consultant psychiatrist who provides a full range of psychological and psychopharmacological treatments to his patients. He is trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Counselling. He has extensive experience working with adults as well as children in the NHS and private psychotherapist sector. He also has an avid interest in EMDR. He is particularly interested in the mental health and safety of workers.
He has more than 20 years of experience in the process of preparing a psychiatric report for insurance or medicolegal reasons. He is registered by the General Medical Council for Adult Psychiatry, Old Age Psychiatry, and Consultation Liaison Psychiatry. He is experienced in treating people with various conditions, including bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, as well as anxiety and other mental health disorders.
Vivienne James is an experienced consultant psychiatrist who has worked in both the private psychiatrist consultation cost and public sectors. She graduated from the University of Sydney and is a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. She uses an approach to treatment that is collaborative and uses a combination of medication and psychotherapy to aid her patients. She also offers a variety of treatment options for adolescents and young adults.
David Davies is a highly experienced consultant physician who works with his patients in a holistic approach. He has vast clinical experience in the treatment of a broad range of physical illnesses that are chronic. He has treated patients with many psychological issues, including depression disorders, anxiety disorders, chronic fatigue, and chronic pain.
His research interests focus on the mechanisms and causes of mood disorders, particularly bipolar disorder and depression. He has published extensively on these subjects and is a fellow of the Black Dog Institute, Sydney. He is also involved in the teaching of undergraduate and graduate medical students.
He is the director of Cyncoed Consulting Rooms, a specialist medical practice located in Cardiff. The team of consultants and psychologists are ready to provide the highest quality of care to their patients. He is a firm believer in the importance of patient-centered care and believes that the use of a multidisciplinary approach to treatment is essential for the most effective outcomes.
Dr. Nia Johnson
Dr Nia John is a Psychiatrist with a keen interest in women's mental health as well as the treatment of adolescents. She uses an holistic treatment approach for patients, that includes psychotherapy, medication and lifestyle changes. She is also a member and EMDR Europe accredited therapist. She has a long-standing interest in helping people to overcome trauma and is experienced in working with people who have medical needs that are complex.
She is a specialist child and adolescent psychiatrist in Wales. She has a particular interest in working with children who have high levels of distress and troublesome symptoms, frequently in conjunction with co-morbid physical health problems. She is a part of the Children and Young People's Refugee and asylum seeker steering group in Wales. She is an EMDR Europe accredited practitioner and is particularly interested in the psychotherapy of those suffering from severe Borderline Personality Disorder as well as Developmental Psychological Illnesses based on Trauma.
Dr. Kontos works as a community paediatrician for Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. She treats children of all ages suffering from neurodevelopmental disorders, such as ADHD as also general paediatric issues like behavioural concerns, constipation and toileting issues. She will not accept referrals from private sources for Autism diagnosis, but is willing to discuss it over the phone.
He has more than 34 years of experience in managing adults with a wide range of addiction and psychiatric issues in ward and community/outpatient settings. He has experience in psychotherapy for forensic purposes and is proficient with the assessment and treatment of adolescents and adults who engage in criminal behavior. He is committed to providing patient-centered care and is knowledgeable of the full range of evidence-based treatments.
Psychiatry & mental health at UNSW is responsible for providing mental health training in the medical program. It also oversees a large program of research that aims to improve the mental health of our communities. The staff members are drawn from the medical specialty of psychiatry and across a range of disciplines, including psychology, nursing and other health-related fields as well as neuroscience, public health and the social sciences.