Dr Robert Purssey

Dr Robert Purssey is a Consultant Psychiatrist based in Cotton Tree, Sunshine Coast, Queensland. With over 25 years of experience, he is a respected expert in the field of psychiatry. Dr Purssey holds a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from the University of Queensland and is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP).

Dr Purssey's special interests lie in General Adult Psychiatry and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). His expertise includes a wide range of mental health conditions, such as anxiety disorders, depression, addiction, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

Notably, Dr Purssey has extensive experience working with specific groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, doctors, psychiatrists, medical students, the LGBTQ+ community, military veterans, people with physical disabilities, and emergency services personnel. He is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to diverse populations.

In his practice, Dr Purssey emphasizes a holistic and evidence-based approach. He firmly believes in the power of psychotherapy and encourages patients to explore psychotherapeutic interventions, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Dr Purssey is known for his expertise as a psychopharmacologist, offering expert medication assessment and advice. However, he acknowledges that psychiatric medications may have limited effectiveness in the long term and can come with potential adverse effects.

Dr Purssey is committed to lifelong learning and staying up-to-date with advancements in the field of psychiatry. He integrates the latest scientific findings with mindfulness, acceptance, values, and community to provide the most effective and personalized care to his patients.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr Purssey offers various services, including bulk-billing for selected patients, opinion and report consultations, professional supervision, shared care, urgent assessments, weekly psychotherapy, and support for Workcover claims. He is also experienced in working with interpreters and is available to provide care for healthcare workers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

To further support and educate individuals seeking mental health resources, Dr Purssey is affiliated with the Brisbane ACT Centre and manages the website MindfulPsychiatry.com.au. These platforms serve as valuable sources of information and guidance in the pursuit of mental well-being.

Dr Robert Purssey's commitment to providing compassionate, evidence-based care, along with his extensive experience and expertise, make him an invaluable asset to the field of psychiatry.