Our Psychiatry Services
We offer Psychiatry and other medical specialist services at Cygnet Clinic. Psychiatrists at Cygnet work in the areas of advanced modalities in treatment resistant depression, mood disorders, adult ADHD, and chronic mental health conditions. We provide the latest medical advances in psychiatric treatment, which integrates medically assisted psychological therapies to address treatment resistant conditions.
Psychiatric Assessment & Diagnosis
A specialist psychiatric assessment involves a comprehensive evaluation of an individual’s mental health, combining clinical interview, psychiatric history, medical background, psychosocial factors, and current symptoms. The psychiatrist considers biological, psychological, and social contributors to the presentation, reviews any previous diagnoses or treatments, and may gather collateral information from other clinicians, family, or referring practitioners where appropriate. This process is guided by standard diagnostic frameworks such as DSM-5 or ICD-10 to ensure diagnostic clarity and accuracy.
Following assessment, the psychiatrist develops a detailed formulation that explains the nature of the difficulties and informs an evidence-based treatment plan. Recommendations may include medication options, psychological therapies, lifestyle interventions, and collaboration with other health providers. The outcome of this assessment typically guides ongoing management, crisis planning if needed, and coordination with the referring GP or mental health team to ensure continuity of care.
Medical Management
Medication management involves the prescribing and ongoing review of psychotropic medications to support recovery from mental health conditions. The psychiatrist evaluates the potential benefits, side-effect profiles, and interactions with other medications or health conditions, ensuring treatment is individually tailored. This process also includes patient education regarding how medications work, expected timelines for improvement, and strategies to support adherence and safety.
Regular follow-up appointments are used to monitor treatment response, adjust dosages, or change medications if required.
Our psychiatrists collaborate closely with the patient’s GP, psychologist, or other clinicians to ensure coordinated care, particularly when multiple treatments are combined. The aim is to optimise symptom reduction, support improved functioning, and maintain stability over the longer term.
Integrative Care
Collaboration and care coordination involve the psychiatrist working closely with other health professionals, such as GPs, psychologists, allied health clinicians, and community services, to ensure treatment is integrated and consistent. This includes sharing relevant clinical information (with consent), aligning treatment goals, and ensuring all members of the care team understand the patient’s needs, progress, and risks. Effective coordination helps create a unified approach that reduces fragmentation of care and supports continuity across services.
The psychiatrist may also assist with referrals to additional supports or specialised programs, as well as liaise with hospitals or acute mental health services if the patient’s condition escalates. Clear communication pathways and shared treatment plans help patients navigate the mental health system more confidently, improving safety, engagement, and long-term outcomes.