Dr Sareen is a Consultant Psychiatrist and fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists and member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists UK.
Dr Sareen previously worked as the Head of Community Psychiatry for Alfred Addiction and Mental Health. He was the Unit Head of Adult Mental Health Services at Casey Hospital from 2017-2020. He considers himself as an expert who walks alongside his patients in their journey to recovery. Dr Sareen works with the patient and their family network to deliver on outcomes that his patients value. His passion for clinical leadership, caring and holistic approach extends to not only the patients he treats directly but also to the clinical services that he is responsible for.
In working with Dr Sareen you can expect an open and comprehensive dialogue about your challenges and concerns. You can expect to have an engaging and inclusive conversation about care, support and treatment options.
Dr Saluja is an experienced senior consultant psychiatrist with a passion for providing excellent care to his patients. He is an empathetic doctor who takes pride in providing recovery and evidence-based practice both in public and private practice.
Dr Umesh Babu is trained in Psychiatry with sub-specialty experience in Developmental Psychiatry and Neuropsychiatry. His initial training was at the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), a centre of excellence in mind & brain sciences in India. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatrists since 2002 and has worked in senior consultant position in teaching hospitals for the past two decades.
Dr Mathew is a consultant psychiatrist at The Melbourne Psychiatry Centre. He has an extensive experience in psychiatry & general medicine in the public health system in Australia over the last 20 years. Having worked across multiple services and settings, Dr Mathew is passionate about delivering high quality, sophisticated and evidence informed treatment for his clients and their care teams.
Dr Mathew is trained as a general psychiatrist with extensive experience in addiction psychiatry, transcultural psychiatry, neurodevelopmental psychiatry, emergency and acute psychiatry, and community psychiatry.
Dr Mathew also works in public health as a youth and adolescent psychiatrist, with a special focus on early intervention and research, and a strong commitment to promote positive health outcomes in the general population.
His special areas of interests include: Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive CompulsiveDisorder, Unipolar & Bipolar Disorders, Psychotic & Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders, Addiction Psychiatry/Substance Use Disorders, Neurodevelopmental Psychiatry, ADHD, ASD.
Dr Deepak Tokas is a consultant psychiatrist at The Melbourne Psychiatry Centre with over 20 years’ clinical experience across diverse settings. With a thoughtful and patient centred approach, Dr.Tokas is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each individual’s unique mental health journey.
Having completed advanced training in forensic psychiatry in London, he is also a proud member of MRCPsych (UK) and FRANZCP (Australia & New Zealand).
Deepak takes a patient-centred, recovery-focused approach, tailoring care to each person’s circumstances and goals. He offers comprehensive psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based medication management, prioritising clear explanation of options and shared decision-making. Where appropriate, he coordinates ongoing care with GPs, psychologists and allied health professionals to deliver practical, long-term treatment plans.
Hugo is a registered psychologist working at The Melbourne Psychiatry Centre. He has over 15 years of experience in mental health, having worked across both public and private settings in Australia and internationally.
• Anxiety Disorders – Generalised Anxiety, Social Anxiety, and stress management
• ADHD – Psychoeducation, organisation strategies, and attention management
• Perinatal Mental Health – Supporting new and expectant parents with postnatal anxiety, depression, and adjustment challenges
• Adjustment & Life Transitions – Helping individuals navigate change and build resilience
Hugo takes a practical, strengths-based approach, integrating cognitive-behavioural strategies with trauma-informed care. He understands that seeking support can feel overwhelming, so he strives to create a warm and collaborative space where clients feel truly heard.
Fluent in both English and Spanish, Hugo also offers culturally responsive services for Spanish-speaking clients, ensuring that language and cultural background are never barriers to effective care.
Beyond his clinical work, Hugo has extensive experience in crisis support, including providing mental health assistance during natural disasters in Chile and working on Australia-wide suicide prevention support during the COVID-19 pandemic. These experiences have deepened his ability to support clients through distress and uncertainty with empathy and expertise.
Hugo is currently accepting new referrals and welcomes the opportunity to support individuals on their mental health journey.
Katherine is a registered psychologist and member of the Australian Psychological Society. She works as part of The Melbourne Psychiatry Centre interdisciplinary team to assess patients at intake and monitor their response to treatment. She also provides services in individual counselling and psychological assessment.
Katherine is currently accepting new patients at The MPC.
Emma is a Mental Health Clinician at the Melbourne Psychiatry Centre, where she is responsible for intake interviews and assisting with mental health assessments. Emma is registered as a Provisional Psychologist and member of the Australian Psychological Society. She is studying a Doctor of Psychology (Clinical) to become a qualified Clinical Psychologist.
Emma holds a Bachelor of Law/Arts (First Class Honours) from Monash University, Bachelor of Psychological Sciences (First Class Honours) from Swinburne University and a Diploma of Counselling from AIPC.
Emma’s therapeutic style is warm, compassionate and person-centered. She has a growing interest in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness-based Therapies.
Nisha is a Psychologist at The Melbourne Psychiatry Centre. She is a registered psychologist and member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS). Nisha holds a Masters of Professional Psychology, Masters of Science (Psychology) and Bachelors of Arts (Psychology).
Nisha has experience working as counselling psychologist at a psychiatric hospital in India with presenting issues of depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, alcohol use disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, bipolar, personality disorders and everyday stress. In Australia, she has worked as an ABA therapist and worked to provide behaviour support to NDIS participants. She has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, older adults and families; with varied presentations including Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, self esteem, trauma, and intellectual disabilities. Nisha is fluent in many languages including English, Hindi, Kannada, Rajasthani and can understand Punjabi, Gujarati and Telugu.
Nisha has growing interest in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure Therapy and Mindfulness Techniques along with developed skills and training necessary to conduct Cognitive assessments, Vocational assessments and Personality assessments.
Paul is a registered psychologist at The Melbourne Psychiatry Centre. He has completed his postgraduate training and has since worked with a diverse range of clients, providing effective, evidence-based treatment across a variety of mental health concerns. With personal interests in popular culture, films, and video games, Paul aims to dispel the myth that therapy must be a dry experience by fostering an atmosphere that is professional, genuine, and engaging.
Paul supports clients with a range of presenting concerns, including anxiety, depression, and trauma. His therapeutic approach primarily draws from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and psychodynamic principles, with a strong emphasis on a person-centred, collaborative process grounded in open communication and shared exploration.
In addition to therapy, Paul is experienced in psychometric assessment and is adept at administering cognitive, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) assessments across the lifespan, including with children, adolescents, and adults.
Always continuing his studies, Paul has a strong grasp of psychological theory, allowing him to integrate complex ideas into practical, evidence-based treatment. One of Paul’s key strengths is his ability to explain complex concepts in a clear and accessible way, helping clients better understand themselves and move toward their goals.
Arpita is a registered provisional psychologist and supports clients through their mental health journey at The Melbourne Psychiatry Centre. She has 18 years of experience as a psychotherapist, and is a qualified Clinical Hypnotherapist and a Master Neuro Linguistic Program Practitioner, UK.
As a therapist, Arpita has extensive experience in working in various mental health areas across the life span such as, anxiety, phobia, PTSD, quit smoking, IBS, and pain. She provides counselling, psychological assessments, evidence-based treatments and has special interest in neurodivergent disorders and movement disorders.
Caroline is an AHPRA registered Enrolled Nurse with a special interest in Mental Health and Female Health. She has experience working at the Epworth in an acute setting and is passionate about helping patients on their journey to health and wellbeing.
Caroline also holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) Degree and had a successful first career in fashion in London before emigrating to Australia and fulfilling her passion to become a nurse. Outside of work, Caroline enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 children, reading, cooking, skiing, walking her Border Collie and travelling.
Belinda is a TMS clinician and Mental Health Nurse at the Melbourne Psychiatry Centre. She is an AHPRA registered Enrolled Nurse with 13 years of experience in acute care and mental health.
Aparana is Co founder and Practice Manager of the Melbourne Psychiatry Centre and a member of AAPM. She holds an MBA from Heriot Watt University (UK) and has experience across marketing, banking and finance, bringing commercial rigour to healthcare operations.
She is committed to patient centred service delivery and sustainable practice growth, balancing operational excellence with values of respect, care and professionalism.
Chrysella is working as a receptionist at The Melbourne Psychiatry Centre. She holds a Bachelor of Psychology with First Class Honours from Monash University. She is deeply committed to contributing to the healthcare sector and fostering a positive impact on individuals' lives, especially in the areas of mental health awareness and help-seeking. .
Raunaq works as an Admin/Receptionist at the Melbourne Psychiatry Centre, where he blends his practical skills with his academic background in engineering and data science. Drawing from his previous experience in operations management, he is committed to improving processes and enhancing the patient experience.
Alyson is part of medical receptionist team at The Melbourne Psychiatry Centre, she strives to meaningfully contribute to operations of the clinic and foster a welcoming environment for those seeking mental health support.
