Dr Sonia Kumar

Dr Sonia Kumar is a consultant psychiatrist based in Glebe, Sydney, with over 15 years of experience treating individuals with a wide range of mental health concerns. Dr Kumar is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, having obtained her qualifications in 2003 from the University of Sydney.

Dr Kumar's special interests lie in mood disorders, specifically bipolar disorder, sleep disorders, women's mental health, perinatal issues, and youth mental health for individuals aged 16 to 25. She is dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health assessments and personalized treatment plans for each patient. Her approach combines medication management, psychological therapies, and lifestyle adjustments to optimize patient outcomes.

Dr Kumar believes in a collaborative treatment model, placing a strong emphasis on patient education and the promotion of positive mental health. She works closely with her patients to develop a deeper understanding of their individual needs and goals. Dr Kumar's expertise extends beyond clinical practice as she also contributes to psychiatry education and serves as a writer and editor of mental health information online.

Dr Sonia Kumar offers her services to individuals across different age groups, including those aged 18-60, 60 and above, and young adults between the ages of 16 and 24. She is experienced in working with diverse populations, including asylum seekers and refugees, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, doctors, psychiatrists or medical students, gender diverse individuals, members of the LGBTQ+ community, Maori individuals, military and veterans, individuals with physical disabilities, and emergency services personnel.

Her areas of expertise encompass anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, cognitive-behavioral therapy, complex trauma, depression, marital issues, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, obsessive-compulsive disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, psychosis, schizophrenia, and supportive psychotherapy.

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr Kumar offers opinion and report services and is available to provide care for healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dr Sonia Kumar is highly dedicated to assisting individuals on their journey towards improved mental well-being. Her recovery-oriented and trauma-informed approach, coupled with her commitment to patient education and supportive psychotherapy, makes her a trusted and skilled professional in the field of psychiatry.