“Some of my earliest experiences in psychiatry as a junior doctor were working with women with eating disorders, postnatal depression, severe anxiety disorders, OCD and bipolar disorder. As my career progressed, I realised that there was a wonderful opportunity to specialise in women’s mental health, and for the past 15 years that has been my focus. It is a privilege to work with adolescent girls, young women and women through their childbearing years and onwards. The relationship between a patient, and their treating psychiatrist is unique and one that is built on trust, confidentiality and acceptance. To be able to have a positive influence on someone’s journey through their mental health issues is a very gratifying and rewarding experience. I look forward to providing an excellent level of care for our patients at Avive Mornington Peninsula.”