Dr George Blair-West

Dr George Blair-West is a psychiatrist based in Indooroopilly, Brisbane, Queensland. With over 35 years of experience, he is a highly respected professional in the field. Dr Blair-West obtained his MB BS from the University of Queensland in 1983, and became a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists in 1990.

Dr Blair-West has a special interest in psychotherapy, trauma, and relationships. He believes in the effectiveness of modern psychotherapies and is particularly enthusiastic about transformational approaches such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Internal Family Therapy (IFS). He places a lesser emphasis on medication in his practice.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr George Blair-West has made significant contributions to the medical community through his research and publications. He has written extensively about topics including obesity, depression, suicide risk, management, and leadership. His work has garnered recognition, including several published works and an invited presentation at the International Congress on Obesity.

While he is no longer accepting new patients due to a large and established practice, Dr Blair-West continues to provide services such as weekly psychotherapy and professional supervision. He also offers gender confirmation letters when needed.

Dr George Blair-West's experience extends to working with various patient groups, including asylum seekers and refugees, doctors and medical students, gender diverse individuals, LGBTQ+ communities, and military personnel and veterans.

With his comprehensive range of expertise, Dr Blair-West is able to offer services encompassing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Conversion Disorder, Eating Disorders, EMDR therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness, Personality Disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Sexual Assault/Abuse Treatment.

Dr George Blair-West's dedication to his profession and commitment to helping patients navigate and overcome their mental health struggles make him an invaluable resource in the field of psychiatry.