Tranquil Minds was established with the sole purpose of providing quality mental health care in Penrith. We have been around for more than two decades, assuring top level service. Our team of dedicated professionals includes psychologists, practitioners and psychiatrists with a range of clinical expertise.
MBBS, MRCPsych, FRANZCP
A consultant Psychiatrist and a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. He has trained in the United Kingdom and Australia. He works closely with GPs and Allied Health practitioners to provide realistic and best possible outcomes in treatment and recovery of people with mental illness. His areas of interest include early intervention, mood disorders, psychosis and schizophrenia, anxiety, PTSD, adult ADHD, and personality disorders. He is also an Assessor for permanent impairment of work capacity. He has extensive experience in working with people form diverse backgrounds and is a fluent speaker of Hindi and Kannada.
MBBS, MRCPsych, CCT, FRANZCP
Dr Ram has over 20 years of experience in the field of psychiatry . He completed basic & specialist training in psychiatry in the UK. He was successful in obtaining his Fellowship from the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists . In addition to his clinical work in psychiatry in the NHS, he has undertaken extensive medico legal work, working for regulatory authorities assisting in fitness practise proceedings and undertaking assessments for Autism and Adult ADHD in the UK.
His areas of interest include mood disorders, psychosis and schizophrenia, anxiety disorders , PTSD, OCD and personality disorders. He has extensive experience in working with people from diverse backgrounds and can speak Tamil , Kannada and Hindi. He promotes partnership with GPs, Allied Health practitioners, Patients and their families to provide holistic and improved outcomes in the effective treatment and recovery of people with mental illness.
MBBS, FRANZCP
Dr Rila Deen is a consultant psychiatrist and a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatry. He completed his psychiatry training in Australia. Dr Deen’s care provision is drawn on a holistic treatment approach that is consistent with recovery oriented, patient-centred, family inclusive care, in consideration with the patient’s social and cultural network. His areas of interest include anxiety and mood disorders, psychosis and early psychosis intervention, brain injuries and cognitive symptoms, chronic pain with a psychological component, PTSD, grief/loss, gaming disorders and personality disorders. In addition, he is trained in psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). He works closely with GPs and Allied Health professionals to bring the best possible outcome in treatment and recovery of people with mental illness. Dr Deen has experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and is fluent in Sinhala and Tamil.
MBBS, FRANZCP
Dr Shrestha is a fellow of Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. He completed his psychiatry training at the Western Sydney network and obtained his fellowship with the Royal Australia and New Zealand college of Psychiatrists, (FRANZCP).
Dr Shrestha has over 11 years of experience in Psychiatry. Over the years, Dr Shrestha has worked in various regional and urban hospitals across Australia. His expertise in mental health has earned him a reputation as a trusted and reliable practitioner, and his patients appreciate his empathetic and supportive approach to care. His extensive training and work experience allows him to render individualized professional care for adults with various mental health disorders using evidence-based practices. His education and work has exposed him to patients from various ethnic backgrounds and socioeconomic statuses, and consequently, he has a broad cultural overview as it relates to patients with mental health issues.
Just as notable has been his engagement in academic psychiatry, teaching numerous medical students, residents, and nurses and giving presentations and engaging in research.Dr Shrestha regularly updates his knowledge base by being a fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. This requires him to stay abreast of clinical updates and scientific studies, which ensure patients get the best treatment approved by the scientific community. When appropriate, he collaborates with other professionals to ensure the best care for his patients.
Dr Shrestha's interests and expertise include general psychiatric conditions including anxiety, mood, psychotic and personality disorders.
MBBS FRANZCP
A consultant psychiatrist and Fellow of the Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. She has gained extensive experience working as part of the multidisciplinary team at a youth early intervention program, a specialist service for young people aged between 12-25 with complex psychiatric presentations. She is still providing intensive support for people with prolonged and severe mental illness and associated high-level disability, in addition to non-urgent, and continuing-care services for people with a mental illness and their families or carers in the community.
She has a wide range of interests and expertise in youth and adult psychiatry, particularly neurodevelopmental disorders (ADHD and ASD), mood, anxiety and psychotic disorders, PTSD, and personality disorder.
Dr Ding speaks English and Mandarin Chinese. She sees patients aged 15 years and above."
Dr. Sanu Sudhakar is a distinguished consultant psychiatrist with a wealth of experience spanning diverse settings, including both remote and urban areas. His expertise encompasses the management of trauma and stress-related disorders, ADHD, anxiety disorders, mood, and psychotic disorders. Dr. Sudhakar's commitment to bridging the mental health gap is evident through his leadership in outreach programs targeting remote communities, aimed at enhancing mental health literacy and conducting research to improve the quality of life for individuals with chronic mental illness. He achieved fellowship status with the esteemed Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists in 2022 after completing extensive training across various hospitals within the Western Sydney Local Health District. Moreover, Dr. Sudhakar has contributed significantly to the field as a consultant psychiatrist for NSW Health at Nepean Blue Mountains and Northern Sydney, while also serving as an accredited supervisor for trainee psychiatrists under RANZCP. His dedication extends to teaching and research, with a focus on rehabilitation and geriatric psychiatry.
Dr. Sanu Sudhakar holds specialist registration in psychiatry with AHPRA and boasts an impressive academic background, including an MD in Psychiatry from Pondicherry University, India, earned in 2015, and an MBBS from Tribhuvan University, Nepal, obtained in 2010. His multifaceted experience, coupled with his unwavering commitment to advancing mental healthcare and education, positions him as a valuable asset to Tranquil Minds Psychology and Psychiatry Solutions
MBBS, MRCPsych, FRANZCP
Dr. Neeraj Dhawan is a highly experienced,and skilled Adult Psychiatrist. Throughout his illustrious career of over 20 years and across various Australasian settings in the field of mental health, Dr Dhawan has adeptly managed a diverse spectrum of adult psychiatric conditions, including acute, enduring and severe mental illnesses.
Dr Dhawan's area of expertise lies in providing specialised care for patients experiencing mood disorders, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia and psychosis, and those undergoing treatment with lithium and clozapine medications.
Dr Dhawan is multilingual and speaks Hindi and Punjabi fluently. Driven by a profound interest in mental health conditions, Dr. Dhawan has dedicated significant time to researching and refining his skills to ensure optimal care for each individual under his supervision. His unwavering passion for supporting individuals facing mental health challenges underscores his mission to enhance their quality of life and empower them to take control of their mental well-being.
MBBS and MD, FRANZCP
Dr. Shirish Chakra Chidurala is a compassionate and experienced psychiatrist dedicated to helping individuals achieve optimal mental health. He holds an MBBS and MD in Psychiatry, and is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP). He achieved fellowship working across different settings in Western Sydney.
Dr. Chidurala utilizes a holistic approach to treatment, incorporating evidence-based therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), interpersonal therapy (IPT), and psychodynamic therapy, alongside medication management when appropriate. He specializes in treating a wide range of psychiatric disorders, including anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, psychotic disorders and trauma-related conditions.
Dr. Chidurala is committed to providing personalized and supportive care to help individuals overcome their mental health challenges and live fulfilling lives.
A Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience. She has experience in providing a range of therapies including CBT, DBT (Dialectical Behavioural Therapy) for personality disorders and IPT (Interpersonal therapy) for conflict resolution, couple therapy and life transitions. She is a board approved supervisor for students undertaking their graduate and post-graduate degrees in Psychology. She is fluent in English, Hindi and Punjabi.
A registered Psychologist and board approved clinical supervisor who is currently managing a busy adolescent mental health service in Western Sydney. Daniel has worked ina range of public and non-government services and continues to provide consultation to various boards and committees. Daniel has a strong interest in creative recovery, focused on collaborative treatment approaches and has been trained specifically in Narrative therapy, CBT, IPT and ACT. Daniel has worked with people of all ages in a variety of community, inpatient, custodial and employment settings and has a particular interest in early interventions and adolescent mental health.
Mavis Banda brings a diverse skill set and a wealth of experience to her role as a registered psychologist at Tranquil Minds Psychology and Psychiatry Solutions (TMPPS). With accreditation from the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), Mavis has honed her expertise through roles as a Psychologist, Mental Health Nurse, Midwife, and within the Drug and Alcohol sector. Her approach is characterized by empathy and a commitment to evidence-based care, tailored meticulously to the unique needs and circumstances of her clients.
Passionate about fostering open dialogue, Mavis excels in listening attentively to her clients, ensuring their voices are heard and understood. She adeptly applies a diverse range of therapeutic modalities, drawing from acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and cognitive and behavioural therapy (CBT) to provide comprehensive support. Fluent in both English and Ndebele, Mavis ensures effective communication and rapport-building with clients from diverse linguistic backgrounds, facilitating a comfortable and inclusive therapeutic environment.