Dr Anuradha Kataria
Qualifications
MBBS
DPM
MD (Psychiatry)
FRANZCP
Certificate in Psychotherapy (Psych.)
Professional Summary
Dr. Anu Kataria is a Senior Consultant Psychiatrist with extensive experience across both public and private sectors. After completing her MBBS, DPM, and MD in Psychiatry at Seth G.S. Medical College and KEM Hospital in Mumbai, she began her career as a consultant psychiatrist in India before migrating to Australia. In 2003, she attained her Fellowship with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP).
In Australia, Dr. Kataria has provided psychiatric care in both hospital and community settings across Western and Northern Sydney. She is affiliated with Ramsay Clinic Wentworthville, allowing her to support patients requiring hospital-based care. Passionate about education, she serves as a Senior Clinical Lecturer in Psychiatry at the University of Sydney and has previously contributed to RANZCP training and examination committees, including serving as Director of Training for the Western Sydney Psychiatry Training Network.
Clinical Experience
With over three decades of clinical experience, Dr. Kataria works with adults experiencing a broad range of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma-related disorders, and psychosis. She adopts a conservative approach to prescribing and utilizes a biopsychosocial model, often integrating supportive psychotherapy into treatment.
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety Disorders
Mood Disorders
Bipolar Disorder
Psychotic Disorders (e.g., Schizophrenia)
Approach to Care
Dr. Kataria is known for her kind, patient, and perceptive manner. She brings empathy and deep respect to her consultations, offering patients a safe space to feel truly heard. She works collaboratively with patients, their families, GPs, and other providers to ensure comprehensive, person-centred care that is culturally sensitive and therapeutically sound.
Languages
English and Hindi
Special Interests
Dr. Kataria has a particular interest in women’s mental health, especially the psychological impacts of menopause. As a trained psychotherapist, she incorporates psychotherapeutic principles into her care. She also places strong emphasis on cultural sensitivity, recognizing its influence in mental health and integrating it into each patient’s treatment.
Telehealth Services
Dr. Kataria offers telepsychiatric services through JAAS Psych, providing high-quality care to patients remotely. Her telehealth consultations ensure continuity of care and accessibility for individuals who may prefer or require support from home.
Australia-Based
Our psychiatrists are located in Australia and governed by Australian law.
Online Appointments
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Comprehensive Services
Our psychiatrists specialise in various fields and various age groups.
We’re Not An Emergency Service
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If you are seeking additional supports, please see below.
Lifeline
A national charity providing all Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.
Suicide Call Back Service
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Beyond Blue
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headspace
headspace is Australia’s National Youth Mental Health Foundation, providing early intervention mental health services to 12-25 year olds.