Dr. Muhammad Zahid Akhtar
Consultant Psychiatrist
MBBS, AMC cert, FRANZCP
A highly skilled and compassionate consultant psychiatrist with over a decade of extensive experience in Clinical Psychiatry in Australia.
About Dr. AkhtarOur Services
Specialist psychiatric care, for every stage of life
Mindscape Psychiatry provides comprehensive psychiatric assessment and treatment for children, adolescents and adults — via secure telehealth Australia-wide, and in person at our Marsden clinic.
Specialist assessments & programs
Care that grows with our team
As our team of consultant psychiatrists has grown, so has the range of people we support — from young children through to adults.
Children & Teens · Ages 5–20
with Dr. Rajesh Harjai
Consultant Child, Adolescent and Youth Psychiatrist
Child, adolescent & youth psychiatry
Telehealth assessments for young people across Australia, drawing on standardised diagnostic tools (ADOS-2, MIGDAS-2, ADI-R). A valid GP referral is required.
Autism (ASD) Assessment for Children & Teens
Comprehensive, evidence-based autism (ASD) assessments for children and young people aged 5–20, delivered Australia-wide via telehealth by our Consultant Child, Adolescent and Youth Psychiatrist.
Learn more →ADHD Assessment for Children & Teens (Ages 5–20)
Evidence-based ADHD assessment and management for children and young people aged 5–20, delivered Australia-wide via telehealth by our Consultant Child, Adolescent and Youth Psychiatrist.
Learn more →Treatment-resistant depression pathway
Specialist assessment for patients whose depression has not responded to standard treatment, with coordination of advanced options such as TMS and Esketamine — delivered at specialist treatment centres with continuing psychiatric oversight.
The advantages of telepsychiatry
Accessible from Anywhere
Connect with experienced psychiatrists from the comfort of your home, no matter where you are in Australia.
Reduced Wait Times
Skip the travel and waiting room. Get timely access to specialist psychiatric care via secure video consultations.
Flexible Scheduling
Book appointments that fit your schedule with our convenient telehealth services, available Monday through Friday.
Comprehensive Care
Receive thorough psychiatric assessments, personalised treatment plans, and ongoing support from our specialist team.
Continuity of Care
We work closely with your GP to ensure seamless coordination and continuity in your mental health care.
Private & Confidential
All consultations are conducted via secure, encrypted video platforms to ensure your privacy and confidentiality.
What we can help with
Conditions we treat
Our psychiatrists assess and treat a wide range of mental health conditions. Select a condition to learn more about our approach.
Meet our psychiatrists
Our consultant psychiatrists bring experience across adult, youth and child mental health, multilingual care, and specialist treatment pathways.
Dr. Ashutosh Govind Prabhu Dessai
Consultant Psychiatrist, Professor of Psychiatry
MBBS, MD Psychiatry, FRANZCP
An experienced consultant psychiatrist and RANZCP-accredited supervisor with extensive clinical experience across Victoria and South Australia.
About Dr. Dessai
Dr. Rajesh Harjai
Consultant Child, Adolescent and Youth Psychiatrist
MBBS, FRANZCP
A Consultant Child, Adolescent and Youth Psychiatrist with extensive experience supporting young people aged 5 to 20 across a wide range of mental health concerns. Telehealth only.
About Dr. HarjaiReady to take the next step?
Book a telehealth appointment with one of our experienced psychiatrists. A valid GP referral is required.