Dr Anjith Divakaran

Dr. Anjith Divakaran is a consultant psychiatrist based in Newcastle, 2300, Sydney, New South Wales. With a comprehensive background in mental health, he has been practicing for over 15 years, catering to patients of all ages in both private and public mental health settings.

Dr. Divakaran holds a Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from the University of Calicut, India since 2004. Furthermore, he obtained a Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) in 2015.

His main specialty lies in Schizophrenia, with special interests in Anxiety and Depressive Disorders, as well as Bipolar Disorder. Dr. Divakaran's expertise in psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, and neuro-stimulation, has led to the publication of original research papers in reputable peer-reviewed journals, which have garnered significant citations. Moreover, he has been honored with the scientific committee award from the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists.

Dr. Divakaran's professional scope covers a wide range of areas, including developmental disorders in youth, anxiety, depression, and psychosis in adults, and dementia in the elderly. Additionally, he welcomes assessments and treatments for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), as well as individuals with long-standing Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), skin picking disorder, or other impulse control disorders.

One of Dr. Divakaran's specializations lies in organic psychosis, encompassing conditions related to multiple sclerosis, stroke, thyroid disease, and autoimmune disease. With a meticulous and detailed approach, he provides thorough assessment and management strategies using pharmacological agents.

Dr. Divakaran adopts a holistic approach, combining an inter-personal/social perspective with the latest advancements in neuroscience. This enables him to understand the individual's psycho-neurological vulnerabilities in the context of their social environment. As a patient, you can expect his assessment style to be empathetic, friendly, and focused, coupled with reliable follow-up care.

To ensure a comprehensive level of care, Dr. Divakaran is affiliated with Mitcham Private Hospital, specifically in the contemporary and purpose-designed inpatient mental health recovery unit of Victoria Court.

For exceptional psychiatric care, trust Dr. Anjith Divakaran.