ADHD-BED integrated

Dr. Kieran Kennedy is a general adult psychiatrist with a holistic and compassionate approach to mental health care. Originally from New Zealand and trained in Melbourne, he specializes in adult psychiatry with a focus on Adult ADHD. Known for his empathetic style, Dr. Kennedy works to create a supportive environment for all patients. Beyond his clinical practice, he is an advocate for mental health in media and corporate settings and is passionate about fitness and well-being.

Dr. Joel Killey is a psychiatrist based in Sydney with extensive experience across regional New South Wales, remote Western Australia, and leading an intensive psychiatric unit. With qualifications in Agriculture, Medicine, and Health Administration, he combines his diverse expertise to focus on ADHD, mood and anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and First Episode Psychosis. Dr. Killey’s research in horticultural therapy earned him the Connell Werry Prize in 2018, and he actively contributes to the RANZCP Faculty of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. His practice emphasizes a family-centered approach and the connection between neurodiversity and mental health.

Dr Julian Lee is an Australian-trained doctor with dual specialisations in general practice and psychiatry. He practises across major tertiary centres in Sydney, regional NSW, and in private practice. Dr Lee focuses on mood, anxiety, substance use, and psychotic disorders, and takes a holistic approach to care, integrating his expertise as both a psychiatrist and a family physician. A respected senior clinician and award-winning educator, he is committed to evidence-based care and optimising recovery outcomes for his patients.

Dr Yan is a Consultant Psychiatrist with dual qualifications in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry from both Hong Kong and Australia. Formerly an Honorary Clinical Assistant Professor in Psychiatry at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, she now practices in Sydney. Dr Yan's interests include mental health conditions in young people, such as ADHD, autism, depression, bipolar disorder, psychosis, anxiety, eating disorders, and personality disorders. She is also experienced in addiction psychiatry, psychotherapy, and forensic psychiatry.

Dr. Amir Shameli is a Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry with specialist qualifications from both the UK and Australia, having trained through the Oxford psychiatry program. He holds the FRANZCP, MRCPsych, CCT in General Adult Psychiatry, and an MSc in Clinical Neuropsychiatry. Dr. Shameli specialises in mood and anxiety disorders, psychoses, and also has experience in old-age, child and adolescent psychiatry, psychotherapy, forensic psychiatry, and addiction. Known for his commitment to high-quality, evidence-based care, he is respected for his professionalism and dedication to patient wellbeing.

Dr. Folorunso Oyekan is a Consultant Psychiatrist with dual specialisations in General and Addiction Psychiatry. Trained in Nigeria, the UK, Ireland, and New Zealand, he is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. Dr. Oyekan’s clinical interests include mood disorders, psychosis, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, and ADHD. He is also passionate about medical education and mentoring. Based in New South Wales, he works in the public health sector and runs a successful private practice, bringing a wealth of international experience to his patients and colleagues.

Dr. Ruwangi is a consultant psychiatrist with over 19 years of experience in both public and private sectors, including roles at Mercy Health, Northwestern Mental Health, and South West Health Service. She has a strong academic background, having recently served as a Senior Lecturer at Deakin University Medical School, and completed a dissertation on adult ADHD. Her key interests include ADHD, anxiety and mood disorders, women’s mental health, eating disorders, youth mental health, trauma-related disorders, and psychosis. Dr. Ruwangi is dedicated to comprehensive care, combining medical and psychosocial treatments for optimal patient outcomes.

Dr. Vineel Reddy is a consultant psychiatrist who began his career in the UK, where he gained his Membership with the Royal College of Psychiatrists and specialised in General Adult Psychiatry and Consultation Liaison. He holds a Diploma in Clinical Psychiatry from Ireland and an MBA focused on enhancing clinical services. After working in the UK’s NHS, he moved to Australia in 2018 and became a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists in 2019. Dr. Reddy is skilled in treating a wide range of mental health conditions, with a special interest in adult ADHD, and is dedicated to providing holistic, patient-centred care.

Dr. Zakareia is a consultant psychiatrist with qualifications in general adult psychiatry from Egypt, Qatar, and Australia, and advanced training in child and adolescent psychiatry from New South Wales. He is experienced in various psychotherapy modalities, including CBT, DBT, MBT, ACT, and Family Therapy, and is currently completing his RANZCP Advanced Certificate in Psychotherapy. Dr. Zakareia has held leadership roles in public health, including head of a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service and clinical lead for a Youth Eating Disorder Service. With a strong focus on a developmental perspective and expertise in ASD assessment, he also has interests in pharmacogenomics and nutritional psychiatry. He is known for his collaborative and empathetic approach, which forms the foundation of his evidence-based practice.

Dr. Kishore is a consultant psychiatrist with over 16 years of experience, specialising in mood disorders, adult ADHD, eating disorders, and anxiety disorders. He earned his Master’s in Psychiatry from NIMHANS, Bangalore, and has been practising in Australia since 2010. A Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, he is well-regarded for his work in both public and private sectors. Dr. Kishore is also dedicated to teaching and supervising psychiatric trainees and serves as an examiner for Monash University. His approach focuses on patient-centred care, prioritising recovery and quality of life.

Dr. Ravinda Chandrasekera is a Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry with specialist qualifications from both Australia (FRANZCP) and the UK (MRCPsych). Trained in Sri Lanka, Australia, and the UK, he has experience in Consultation Liaison, Rehabilitation, and Adult Psychiatry, as well as expertise in areas like old-age psychiatry, psychotherapy, forensic psychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, and addictions. He is skilled in managing neurodiverse conditions, including ADHD and ASD. Dr. Chandrasekera is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care based on the latest evidence and values professionalism and respect in his practice.

Dr. Khanbhai is a consultant psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience in public and private psychiatry. He graduated from the University of Queensland, gained further experience in the UK, and completed his formal training at Sydney Central Health District. Specialising in complex psychiatric conditions, including ADHD, anxiety, mood disorders, substance misuse, and schizophrenia, he has a keen interest in forensic psychiatry, particularly in criminal and medicolegal assessments. Currently, Dr. Khanbhai practices in Sydney and directs an inpatient psychiatric unit in regional NSW. He is known for his empathetic, evidence-based approach and dedication to personalised patient care.

Ricardo is a psychiatrist with nearly 20 years of experience, including 15 years in Australia. Originally from El Salvador, he completed advanced training in adolescent psychiatry at Orygen Youth Health in Melbourne, specialising in early intervention for young people. He has worked extensively in public mental health with Melbourne Health and Northern Health and has been in private practice on the Mornington Peninsula since 2013. Ricardo focuses on adolescent and general adult psychiatry, offering both face-to-face and telehealth consultations. In his free time, he enjoys mountain biking and trail running.

Dr. Bhavanishankar is a Sydney-based psychiatrist with over five years of experience running a multispecialty practice and working in telehealth. He specialises in a wide range of psychiatric disorders, using a holistic and comprehensive approach to care. Trained in CBT, mindfulness, and meditation, he has worked in crisis management, early intervention for youth, and rehabilitation services. He completed his MRCPsych in the UK in 2007 and his FRANZCP in Australia in 2012. Dr. Bhavanishankar also contributes to the Royal Flying Doctor Service and collaborates with healthcare teams to support patient recovery and well-being.

Dr. Nicholas Ho is a psychiatrist trained in Sydney and Perth, with expertise in general psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, and medicolegal reporting. A graduate of the University of Melbourne, he is accredited as a permanent impairment assessor under AMA 4th Edition guidelines. Dr. Ho is dedicated to a holistic, trauma-informed approach to care, focusing on the impact of trauma on mental health. He works at a public community clinic in Perth and contributes to ADHD-BED Integrated® with his detailed assessments for ADHD diagnosis. In his free time, Nick enjoys exploring new local eateries.

Based in Melbourne, Julie Wehbe is a psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience across healthcare and business sectors, both in Australia and internationally. She holds a Master’s in Medicine, specialist degrees in Psychiatry and Child Psychiatry, a Master’s in Psychology, and an Executive MBA from IMD, Switzerland. Julie specialises in treating professionals, business leaders, and students, focusing on ADHD, eating disorders, mood disorders, and anxiety disorders. She is actively involved in several professional associations and is known for her expertise in fitness, nutrition, and enhancing personal performance.