Expert Child Psychiatrist in Sydney
Supporting children, teens and families across Sydney’s Hills District and CBD.
If you’re searching for an experienced child psychiatrist in Sydney, Dolphin Tribe offers compassionate, evidence-based care for children and adolescents aged 5–18. Our Sydney child psychiatry clinic helps young people with challenges such as ADHD, anxiety, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), mood issues and behavioural difficulties.
Why Choose a Sydney Child Psychiatrist at Dolphin Tribe
Our Sydney child psychiatrists are medical doctors specialising in children’s mental health. We combine clinical expertise with a caring, family-centred approach that considers your child’s emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs.
We work closely with local schools, paediatricians, and allied health professionals to ensure coordinated care within the NSW education and health systems.
What a child psychiatrist does?
A child and adolescent psychiatrist is a medical doctor trained to understand the unique developmental, emotional, social and behavioural needs of children and adolescents (typically ages 5 to 18). Mental health conditions in young people can present differently from those in adults. Additionally, children may lack the vocabulary and emotional maturity to express their inner feelings effectively through traditional talk therapy. Therefore, specialised expertise matters.
At our Sydney-based clinic, we:
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Provide comprehensive psychiatric assessments for children and adolescents.
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Work collaboratively with you as parents/caregivers, schools and allied health professionals.
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Develop tailored treatment plans including evidence-based psychotherapy, family therapy and medication if required.
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Support young people as they transition into adulthood when needed.
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Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Services in Sydney
We specialise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health and developmental issues in children and adolescents across Sydney:
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School refusal, stress, and trauma
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Eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and oppositional behaviour
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Anxiety and mood disorders (including depression, low mood, irritability)
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and behavioural regulation difficulties
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and neurodiversity-related challenges
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School refusal
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Stress
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Trauma
Our Sydney child psychiatry team offers:
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Detailed diagnostic assessments
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Family-centred therapy plans
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Medication management when appropriate
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Collaboration with schools and other providers
Our approach
At Dolphin Tribe, our care is:
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Family-centred – We engage you as parents/caregivers as an integral part of the treatment plan.
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Developmentally informed – Our strategies are tailored to each stage of growth and development.
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Collaborative – We liaise with schools, paediatricians, psychologists and allied health professionals across Sydney to ensure a holistic plan.
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Evidence-based & personalised – We draw on the latest research and balance psychotherapy and medication carefully when warranted.
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Neurodiversity-informed and trauma-informed care - Our clinicians have expertise and lived experience
What to expect at your first appointment
The first step with your child psychiatrist in Sydney
During your initial psychiatric assessment with a Child Psychiatrist will involve:
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A detailed review of your child’s emotional and developmental history
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Understanding your child's emotional and behavioural concerns.
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Understanding school and family dynamics
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Collaborative goal-setting with you and your child
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Reviewing any previous assessments or treatments
The comprehensive initial psychiatric assessment takes 2–3 sessions (45–50 minutes each), with follow-ups of 30–45 minutes. Usually, these sessions involve both the young person and the parent/caregiver together.
Convenient Sydney Locations
We offer appointments in:
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Baulkham Hills (Hills District) – Unit 4, 1 Railway Street
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Sydney CBD – via our associated clinic Blue Fig Clinic
Book an Appointment at our Child Psychiatry clinic
If you’re concerned about your child’s emotional well-being, behaviour, school performance or social engagement, you don’t have to navigate this alone. Please contact us for a consultation to explore whether child psychiatry is the right path. Early help can make a significant difference. Please see our appointment process for Psychiatric services.
Leading Expert Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist in Sydney
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When should I see a child psychiatrist rather than a psychologist?
If your child’s mental health or development concerns are severe, persistent or complex — such as suspected neuro-developmental disorder (ADHD/ASD), mood disorder, trauma or behavioural dysregulation — a child psychiatrist in Sydney has medical training plus psychotherapy expertise. They can assess, diagnose, and if necessary, prescribe medication.
Do I need a referral in Sydney?
Yes, private health fund rebates and Medicare rebates require a referral from a GP or specialist for consultation with a psychiatrist.
Is telehealth available?
While we offer Telehealth/Video appointments for our patients, we do require patients to be seen face-to-face at our clinics in Baulkham Hills or Sydney City. Only psychotherapy services are exclusively available via Telehealth.
How long does the assessment take?
A comprehensive psychiatric assessment takes 2-3 appointments. Each of these sessions are 45-50 minutes.. Follow-ups are usually 30–45 minutes, depending on the treatment plan.
Fees and health fund rebates?
Please contact us for the latest fee schedule. Medicare rebates are available for psychiatric services and we can assist with claiming these.