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Dr Sadasivan
Psychiatry

Dr Sadasivan

MBBS, MRCPsych (UK), FRANZCP

Consultant Psychiatrist – Adult Mental Health

Consulting Monday to Thursday

Call (07) 5500 0536

About Dr Sadasivan

Dr Sadasivan is an experienced consultant psychiatrist with over 22 years of clinical expertise across the United Kingdom and Australia. She offers evidence-based, compassionate care for adults experiencing a wide range of mental health concerns.

Approach to Care

Her approach is holistic and person-centred, recognising that mental wellbeing arises from the balance of biological, psychological, and social factors. She strives to create a therapeutic relationship built on trust, respect, and collaboration.

Dr Sadasivan follows a biopsychosocial model, combining medical expertise with psychological insight and practical lifestyle support. She works closely with patients, families, and GPs to deliver integrated, individualised care that supports recovery and long-term wellbeing.

Training and Experience

  • Trained in Mersey Deanery (UK); Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych, London)
  • Fellow, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP)
  • Over eight years at Gold Coast University Hospital in senior clinical roles
  • Former Associate Professor and Clinical Lead in Psychiatry at Bond University

Clinical Expertise

  • Depression and Anxiety Disorders
  • OCD and PTSD
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia
  • Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
  • Alcohol and Addiction Disorders (excluding opiate-related conditions)

Leadership and Community Work

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr Sadasivan is the founder of Shakti Global, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to promoting preventive health and wellbeing. Through initiatives such as health education workshops, meditation and yoga sessions, and community cooking programs, Shakti Global aims to bring preventive health to the forefront, fostering social connection, awareness, and early intervention in the community.

Affiliations

  • Fellow, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists
  • Member, Royal College of Psychiatrists (UK)
  • Former Associate Professor, Bond University

Special Interests

Treatment-resistant mood and anxiety disorders
Substance-use–related conditions
Integrating mindfulness, lifestyle, and stress-management strategies with pharmacological and psychotherapeutic care

Before you book

A valid GP or specialist referral is required to receive Medicare rebates for specialist consultations.

Referrals can be faxed to (07) 5500 0537, sent electronically, or brought along on the day. See referral information for details.