Our Practitioners

Dr Daniel Mo is a graduate from the University of Tasmania with First Class Honors and a  Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College Psychiatrists.

With experiences in leading an acute treatment team and a service specialising in chronic, complex patients living in mental health hostels, Dr Mo has a broad scope of expertise from sudden acute presentations to long-term, treatment resistant cases.

He is also a strong advocate for ADHD treatment and holistic recovery and has been invited as a speaker and teacher on this subject.

In his free time, he does volunteer work equipping churches to dealing with mental health issues and advocates for patients who have religious beliefs to receive treatment that respects their religious values.

Dr Yee-Ling Kuok is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. Having graduated from UWA in 1998 (MBBS with Honours), she commenced her psychiatry training in 2002, and has more than 20 years of experience working in public, private and rehabilitative/residential services.

Dr Kuok prefers to work with patients holistically – looking at the interplay of body, soul and spirit – thus incorporating pharmacological and psychosocial treatments.   

Her areas of interest include:

• Integrative Psychiatry – how complementary and alternative medicine can be used adjunctively with prescription medicine
• Psychological illness associated with general medical conditions
• Mood disorders
• Anxiety disorders 
• Psychotic disorders
• Perinatal Psychiatry
• Personality disorders

Dr Elvin Ko is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists.  He completed his medical and psychiatric training in Perth, and has worked primarily in community psychiatry.

He is passionate about tailoring treatment and management to suit patients.  Curious by nature, he always seeks to clearly understand and simplify issues which may at first appear complex.

His areas of interest include:

• General adult mental health
• Mood disorders
• Anxiety disorder
• Personality disorders
• Psychotic disorders
• ADHD diagnosis and treatment
• Psychotherapy

Dr Eileen Tay is a local UWA  medical school graduate and has been a doctor for over 30 years  and worked as a GP before qualifying as a Psychiatrist with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatry. She has a broad knowledge and experience in the multidimensional aspects of Psychiatric practice across multiple settings in both the public and private sectors and has a particular interest in supervision, teaching and  training in Psychiatry.  In clinical practice she uses a combination of  psychotherapy and medications to  optimise outcomes for her patients

Dr Alvin Loh graduated from Monash University with honours. He underwent his psychiatry training in Hobart, Tasmania and is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatry. Of note he has received special mentorship in perinatal Psychiatry in Hobart

He has expertise in a variety of settings, including emergency care, inpatient centres and outpatient clinics, as well as in public and private sectors.

He has received commendation from executives of the Royal Perth Hospital for his competent management of acute psychiatric patients. He has a compassionate and empathic approach, prioritising inter-personal collaboration, and is well-valued by employers and patients alike.

Outside of work, he has interest in sport when he is not otherwise busy with his growing family.

Dr Sachin Nagendrappa is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. He completed his specialist psychiatry training at the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) in India and worked as a consultant psychiatrist before relocating to Perth.

Dr Nagendrappa provides comprehensive, evidence‑based care for adults experiencing a broad spectrum of mental health concerns – from first‑time presentations to complex and longstanding mental health conditions. His approach is holistic and personalised, recognising the interplay of psychological, biological, and social factors in each person’s wellbeing.

He partners closely with his clients to develop tailored treatment plans that promote both immediate stability and sustained long‑term recovery.

Alongside his clinical practice, Dr Nagendrappa is actively involved in education, research, and professional leadership within psychiatry, ensuring his care remains evidence-based and aligned with current best practice. He values clear communication and a collaborative approach, supporting patients to make informed decisions throughout their treatment journey

Dr Gulnar Kazi is a locally trained psychiatrist based in Western Australia, with extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of adult mental health conditions. She has a special interest in mood and anxiety disorders, as well as psychotic illnesses.

Dr Kazi takes a holistic, recovery-oriented approach to care—working in partnership with patients to support their journey towards improved wellbeing and meaningful life goals. She also considers psychological therapies, lifestyle factors and the broader social context in supporting mental health and recovery. Her practice is grounded in kindness, compassion, and deep respect for each individual’s story.

With a warm and collaborative style, Dr Kazi aims to create a safe and inclusive therapeutic space, tailored to the unique needs of each person.

Outside of her clinical work, Dr. Kazi enjoys quiet moments with family, exploring nature, and staying grounded in the everyday joys that make life meaningful.

Dr Steve Patchett is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. Dr Patchett has over 40 years experience as a consultant psychiatrist in the public sector in Australia and New Zealand.
He has worked in general adult psychiatry in both inpatient and community settings, with special interest in forensic psychiatry and the mental health of Aboriginal people.

Dr Damoderam is a warm and approachable psychiatrist with 15 years’ experience across Malaysia and Australia. Trained in Western Australia and a Fellow of the RANZCP, Dr Damoderam is also involved in WA Forensic Mental Health. Dr Damoderam has a passion for working with culturally diverse and disadvantaged communities.

Fluent in English, Malay and Tamil, she takes a holistic, collaborative approach to care, with special interests in adult and forensic psychiatry, mood and anxiety disorders, psychosis, and psychotherapy.

Dr Sixsmith is a fellow of Royal Australian and NZ College of Psychiatrists.  She completed her primary medical degree in Wales, UK and then finished her psychiatry training in Perth.  She has worked for over 20 years in the public sector in Perth, primarily in acute community psychiatry.  She has also worked as a psychiatrist in Emergency Departments in Perth.

She has extensive experience treating a wide range of psychiatric illnesses with a combination of medication and non-medication treatment options.

Dr Tan obtained her medical degree (MBBS) from the University of Melbourne in Victoria, Australia in 2003. She received a fellowship from the Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Psychiatry (RANZCP) in General Psychiatry in 2013 and an additional fellowship in Older Adult Psychiatry in 2014.

Since 2013, her work as a consultant in the private and public sectors has given her a deep understanding of the challenges in delivering optimal mental healthcare in Australia. She specializes in ‘treatment-resistant’ depression, anxiety disorders, Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) psychotherapy, and neurodegenerative disorders. She is fluent in English and Cantonese and can converse in Mandarin and Bahasa Melayu. Working with clients from diverse cultures has enabled her to understand the impact of race, culture, and ethnicity on the treatment process.

Above all, Dr Tan is a kind, compassionate, and approachable clinician who profoundly understands the challenges her clients and their families face.

Dr Vineet Padmanabhan is a highly experienced child and adolescent psychiatrist, dedicated to the assessment and treatment of children and adolescents aged 0-17. As a medical doctor, he is equipped to diagnose conditions, deliver therapy, and, where indicated, prescribe medications.
Dr Padmanabhan completed his core psychiatry training in Bristol and Wales, UK, and went on to specialise in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. He gained significant experience working as a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist in the UK before relocating to Perth in 2013. His extensive background in psychiatry ensures a comprehensive and nuanced approach to mental health care.

Associate Professor Gagan Garg is a highly experienced Consultant Psychiatrist with over 25 years of clinical and academic expertise in psychiatry, specialising in Child, Adolescent, and Youth Mental Health. He is a Fellow of both the Royal College of Psychiatrists (UK) and the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists.

A/Prof Garg currently serves as Deputy Director of Psychiatry and Clinical Director within the public mental health sector and also maintains a private practice. He holds academic appointments as a Senior Clinical Lecturer at Flinders University and Associate Professor at Charles Darwin University, reflecting his commitment to medical education and psychiatric research.

With a deep understanding of the complexities of young people’s mental health, A/Prof Garg offers expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of psychiatric conditions. His clinical interests include mood and anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), Tourette syndrome, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and behavioural issues related to gaming and social media. He has a particular focus on neurodevelopmental disorders, including Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Currently, he provides comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and tailored treatment plans for children, adolescents, and young adults with ADHD via Telehealth.

Outside of his professional life, A/Prof Garg enjoys long hikes and values quality time with his family.

Dr Mohammed Usman trained as a psychiatrist in the UK and has been working in public practice as Senior Child & Adolescent Consultant Psychiatrist in Australia for a number of years. He has published papers and presented at multiple conferences and is keen to promote consumer awareness and education. His main interests and expertise is seeing children, young people & adults with neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD, ASD and ID.

Melissa is a Clinical Psychologist with experience in treating adults with complex and co-morbid presentations.
Her main interests include ADHD, trauma, anxiety and mood disorders.
Melissa is trained in a number of evidence-based interventions and uses predominantly CBT, schema therapy and EMDR to help her patients reach their therapeutic goals.