Child and adolescent psychiatry
Assessment and care for children and adolescents up to 17, working closely with our paediatricians and allied health team.
Who it's for
- Children and teenagers up to 17 whose emotional, behavioural or mental health concerns need a psychiatrist's view.
- Children having an autism assessment with our developmental team.
- Families who want mental health care that stays connected to their child's paediatrician.
How we help
- Child and adolescent mental health
- Autism assessment
- Care planned with your paediatrician
- Working with families
Our psychiatrist is accepting new referrals. The current wait is about 3 months.
What to expect
Get a referral
From your GP or your child's paediatrician.
We triage
We check the referral and let you know the options, including our autism assessment pathway.
Your child's plan
Our psychiatrist meets your child and family and agrees a plan with you and your child's paediatrician.
About 3 months
A referral is needed
From your GP or your child's paediatrician. Call us if you're unsure which clinic is right.