Akkadian Health was founded in 2020 by a group of like-minded psychiatrists, technologists and business executives. In the 4 years since, we've delivered mental health services to over 6000 individuals across Australia - from Adult ADHD Assessments, Psychology sessions, and general Psychiatric evaluations through to ADHD Coaching.
Our clinical team has grown to include dozens of experienced psychiatrists, psychologists and mental health clinicians all driven by the same goal - to make a population impact on the mental health issues facing everyday Australians.
MD, FRANZCP, FGLF
Medical Director
Jörg has served patients in regional and rural South Australia for more than 10 years using telehealth. His extensive telepsychiatry experience, coupled with his 30 years of clinical experience, leads Akkadian Health’s mental health services.
M. Eng, PhD, GAICD.
Managing Director
Stefan co-founded Akkadian Health to bring much needed high-quality healthcare to rural and regional Australia. He has over 10 years of experience in developing and leading private and publicly listed life science and technology companies.
BSc, BEngBiomed (Hons), BPsych (Hons)
Head of Technology
John has developed leading-edge digital technologies for over 20 years. Combining this experience with his thirst for knowledge and passion for mental health, John drives the digital health technology offerings of Akkadian Health.
MD, FRANZCP, FGLF
Consultant Psychiatrist
Jörg has served patients in regional and rural South Australia for more than 10 years using telehealth. His extensive telepsychiatry experience, coupled with his 30 years of clinical experience, leads Akkadian Health’s mental health services.
MB BS, FRANZCP
Consultant Psychiatrist
Angela has extensive experience working in the public health system within South Australia. As a general psychiatrist she has a particular interest in mood disorders (depression), anxiety, and trauma-related disorders. Dr Okungu strongly believes a collaborative approach amongst health professionals is crucial in helping patients along their journey to recovery.
MB BS, FRANZCP
Consultant Psychiatrist
Titus is a senior psychiatrist with 20 years of experience. His interests include management of acute psychiatric conditions, assessing biopsychosocial aspects of chronic mental health issues and collaborating closely with GPs. Dr Mohan offers diagnostic assessments and pragmatic management plans along with short follow-ups to ensure psychiatric management is consolidated to each unique set of circumstances.
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
Consultant Psychiatrist
Edward (KoKo) graduated from the University of Rangoon, Myanmar, in 1991 - moving to Australia in 1996 to complete his psychiatrist training at the University of Adelaide. He has worked at Glenside, the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and in private rooms at Health on Kensington. He is an active member of the American Neuropsychiatric Association with special interests in Neuropsychiatry, adult ADHD and related disorders.
MBBS, FRANZCP
Consultant Psychiatrist
Bryan completed his medical training in 2014 with Monash University (Vic) where he received the prestigious International Scholarship for Excellence. He practised psychiatry in public hospital positions throughout Queensland before transitioning to private practice in early 2021. Bryan is passionate about evidence-based clinical practice, and has a special interest in adult ADHD and anxiety disorders. He has published in internationally recognised peer-reviewed psychiatry journals and presented at medical conferences. Bryan is also an Associate Lecturer with Griffith University under the Faculty of Medicine and an associate trainee editor of the Australasian Psychiatry scientific journal. He is fluent in both English and Vietnamese.
MBBS(hons), M.Psych, FRANZCP
Consultant Psychiatrist
Michael graduated from Monash University Medical School in 2014 and completed his psychiatry training in Victoria. He has undertaken work in a number of subspecialty rotations including Psychiatry of Old Age, Forensic Psychiatry and Psychotherapies. He continues to work as a consultant psychiatrist in a large public psychiatry hospital in Victoria focusing on general adult psychiatry. He is passionate about the destigmatisation of mental illness and delivering high quality care to his patients.
MBBS, BMSc, M.Psych, FRANZCP
Consultant Psychiatrist
Ricky completed his undergraduate medical training at the University of Melbourne in 2013, and completed his psychiatry training with a major metropolitan health service in Victoria. His area of interest lies in adult mental health, with experience in a range of subspecialties including Access/Triage, Consultation Liaison, Forensic Psychiatry and psychotherapies. He continues to work in adult psychiatry in a large public hospital. Ricky is experienced in the assessment and management of schizophrenia, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and special interest in adult ADHD. He is committed to providing person-centred, holistic care to individuals, to bolster their strengths and achieve their goals.
MBBCH(Wits), FCPSYCH(SA), FRANZCP
Consultant Psychiatrist
Aviva has 15 years of experience as a consultant psychiatrist and has worked in various settings, including leading large multidisciplinary teams in two public adult acute psychiatry inpatient units, providing consultation liaison services within a private ICU setting, and managing her own outpatient private practice. Aviva has managed various psychiatric conditions in children, adolescents, and adults for many years, and has gained understanding of how these conditions manifest across the lifespan. In private practice she became passionate about identifying and managing symptoms of ADHD and ASD (autism spectrum disorder) in children and adults. Aviva has special interests in ADHD and ASD, as well as mood, anxiety, and psychotic disorders, as well as the pharmacotherapeutic and non-pharmacological management of these conditions and their psychiatric and medical co-morbidities. In addition, she is passionate about women’s mental health, as well as supporting clients with mental health conditions within the LGBTQI+ community. Aviva strives to provide holistic and high-quality care, education and information, as well as nuanced and holistic recommendations for treatment.
BPsych(Hons), BSc
Consultant Psychologist
Kylie is an AHPRA registered (and NDIS accredited) psychologist and APS member. She has experience providing evidence-based treatments for depression, anxiety, personality disorders, stress, grief, and interpersonal difficulties across a wide range of clients. Her therapeutic style is warm and practical, and her clients feel understood, accepted and equipped with psychological tools to use every day. She draws from treatment modalities including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Brief Solution Focussed Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
RN, MHN
Consultant Mental Health Nurse
Christine is an AHPRA Registered Nurse. She has substantial experience within acute/rehabilitation mental health settings, across both public and private hospitals. Christine provides therapeutic support, assessment and education to her clients with much empathy and kindness - working with a special interest and knowledge in the areas of Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Adult ADHD, Personality and mood disorders.
RN, MHN
Consultant Mental Health Nurse
Roxanne is a trained mental health nurse with 14 years experience. She has extensive experience working alongside clients with a broad range of mental health diagnosis in both inpatient and community mental health care settings. Her practice is trauma informed and client centred. She has a special interest in adult ADHD. Roxanne is passionate about her role in supporting clients through their recovery journey.
MMHN
Consultant Mental Health Nurse
Taren has over 12 years of mental health experience in both public and private health services across New Zealand and Australia. With a Masters in Mental Health Nursing, and accredited with the ACMHN, she is passionate in providing consistent quality care to individuals to help better understand their condition. Taren tailors care with a holistic focus and has a special interest in ADHD, mood disorders and acute mental health conditions.