Our Services

At Mind Oasis Clinic, our team of clinicians offer assessment and ongoing management to patients with various mental health conditions as below.

We welcome new referrals, second opinion for patients age between age 16 to 65.

Psychiatrist

Areas of Practice & Services

ADHD

Anxiety Disorders

Bipolar Disorder

Depression/ Mood Disorders

Drug and Alcohol Addiction

Eating Disorders

Hypochondriasis

Insomnia

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Occupational Stress

Panic Disorder

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Psychosis

Social Phobia

What is a Psychiatrist?

Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialise in mental health care. They are experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of mental health conditions. Psychiatrists evaluate all of your mental and physical symptoms, make a diagnosis, and work with you to develop a management plan for your treatment and recovery. Psychiatrists are responsible for choosing and implementing a variety of therapies, medication and treatment courses.

What are the common reasons why someone might see a psychiatrist
  • Depressed or low mood that doesn’t go away
  • Feelings of crippling anxiety and panic
  • Suicidal thoughts
  • Thoughts to hurt other people
  • Excessive stress
  • A continuous stream of negative thoughts
  • Auditory or visual hallucinations
  • Delusions
  • Disjointed thoughts
  • Obsessive behaviours and compulsions
  • Emotional outbursts
  • Out of control alcohol or drug use
  • Autism, mental disability, childhood trauma, and so on
What treatments can a psychiatrist provide?

Psychiatrists are medical professionals who are certified to provide both psychological treatments in the form of therapies and also prescribe medication for your mental condition. Psychiatrists can also modify treatments prescribed by other psychiatrists and psychologists if a patient is referred to them.

Psychiatrists can advise patients about the nature of the treatments, their benefits, side effects and their costs. They can suggest hospitalisation or rehabilitation to the patient if so required.

What training does a psychiatrist have?

Any psychiatrist wishing to practice in Australia must have completed a cumulative of at least 11 years of medical study and practical training from a university/practice that is under the purview of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists.

Psychiatrists in Australia must be registered with their respective state medical boards to be licensed to operate.

Paediatrician

Areas of Practice & Services

ADHD

Learning Difficulties

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Behavioural Problems

Developmental Delay including Speech

Bedwetting and Voiding Dysfunction

What is a paediatrician?
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Psychologist

Areas of Practice & Services

Addictive or Self Destructive Behavior

Addiction

Anger Management

Anxiety

Family and Relationship

Grief and loss

Personal Development

Sleep Disorder

What is a psychologist?

Psychologists are regulated professionals trained in the science of how people think, feel, behave and learn. Their goal is to put this knowledge of human thinking and behaviour, to help people, communities, and society in general to solve day-to-day problems and improve quality of life. They assess patients and help patients cope with their mental conditions and stresses through counselling and talk therapy.

What are the common reasons why someone might see a psychologist
  • Relationship problems
  • Substance abuse
  • Childhood trauma
  • Grief
  • Racism
  • Bullying
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Stress
  • Insomnia
  • Sexual/gender orientation
  • Compulsive behaviours
  • Phobias
  • Self-image
  • Learning disabilities
  • Childhood obesity
  • Gambling
What treatments can a psychologist provide?

Psychologists provide counselling and specific therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), schema therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness therapy, motivational therapy. They are not medical doctors and cannot prescribe medication.

What training does a psychologist have?

In Australia, a practising psychologist must be registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) and listed with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

All registered practising psychologists are required to have a minimum of six years of university training and supervised experience, and to engage in ongoing education to keep their skills and knowledge up to date.

They must also adhere to certain strict standards to keep their registration, and must provide professional services according to a strict code ethics written by the Australian Psychological Society (APS).

Neuropsychologist

Areas of Practice & Services

Neurological Disorders

Neurodegenerative Disorders

Brain Injury

Learning Difficulties

Schizophrenia

Bipolar Affective Disorder

Depression

Anxiety Disorder

What is a Neuropsychologist?

Neuropsychologists specialize in understanding the relationship between the physical brain and behavior. Disorders within the brain and nervous system can alter behavior and cognitive function. They can help you understand what is going on and give you some ways to cope. Neuropsychologists can help determine what disorders you might have and how severe they are. They help develop a treatment plan by understanding how the brain functions and how that functioning relates to behavior. Treatment plans may include medication, rehabilitation therapy, or surgery.

 

What are the common reasons why someone might see a neuropsychologist?
  • Learning difficulties
  • Nervous system dysfunction
  • Dementia and mild cognitive impairment
  • Head injury
  • Memory difficulties
  • Stroke
  • Epilepsy
  • Movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease
  • Diseases affecting the central nervous system, such as multiple sclerosis
  • Genetic disorders affecting the central nervous system
  • Mood disorders
  • Brain tumors
  • Mood disturbances

 

What treatments can a Neuropsychologist provide?

Neuropsychologists administer and interpret a neuropsychological evaluation. This evaluation typically consists of a review of a patient’s medical history; interviews with the patient and others helpful to the case; and standardized oral, written, computerized and manipulation tests. The purpose of a neuropsychological evaluation is to diagnose a cognitive condition or confirm a diagnosis, help determine the location of a nervous system abnormality, and guide treatment and rehabilitation decisions.

What training does a Neuropsychologist have?

In Australia, a practising neuropsychologist must be registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) and listed with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

In Australia, the specialised training for Clinical Neuropsychologists requires a minimum two-year postgraduate Masters or three year Doctoral degree in Neuropsychology.

They must also adhere to certain strict standards to keep their registration, and must provide professional services according to a strict code ethics written by the Australian Psychological Society (APS).