Dr Chantal Esnault

Dr Chantal Esnault is a highly experienced psychiatrist based in Elsternwick, Melbourne, Victoria. With over 18 years of experience, Dr Esnault specialises in perinatal psychiatry, providing care and support to women and men during the prenatal, pregnancy, and postnatal periods.

Dr Esnault obtained her medical degree (MBBS) in 2003 and went on to complete her Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) in 2011. She received her advanced training at Alfred Health and The Royal Women's Hospital in Melbourne, furthering her expertise in perinatal mental health.

With a focus on post-natal care and parent/infant disorders, Dr Esnault offers her services to individuals within the mother and baby age group, as well as those between 18 and 60 years old. She has extensive experience working with various individuals, including doctors, psychiatrists and medical students, gay and lesbian individuals, families, and emergency services personnel.

Dr Esnault's areas of expertise include anxiety disorders, cognitive behavioural therapy, depression, interpersonal therapy, mindfulness, obsessive-compulsive disorders, prolonged grief, and supportive psychotherapy. She employs a range of treatment options to cater to her patients' unique needs. Dr Esnault believes in a collaborative approach to treatment, actively engaging with her patients, their families, and their treating doctors.

In addition to her in-person consultations, Dr Esnault also offers telehealth services, making her care accessible and convenient. She is available for weekly psychotherapy sessions and offers opinion and report services (MBS item 291). Furthermore, she is dedicated to supporting healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dr Chantal Esnault's extensive experience, expertise, and compassionate approach make her a trusted and highly sought-after psychiatrist in Melbourne. Prioritizing the mental well-being of her patients, she strives to provide comprehensive care and support throughout their perinatal journey.