Dr Jacqueline Rakov is a Psychiatrist with an interest in clinical and forensic psychiatry. Dr Rakov studied medicine at Monash University. She undertook her clinical specialty training in psychiatry at The Alfred Hospital and Forensicare.

In a treatment capacity, Dr Rakov is passionate about delivering personalised and expert care to her patients. She has worked extensively with both victims and perpetrators of crime. At Ramsay Clinic Albert Road, she treats older adolescent and adult patients and consults on a variety of psychiatric concerns. Apart from general adult psychiatry, her further interests include developmental trauma, interpersonal conflict and psychotherapy. She has completed further training through the Victorian Association of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapists. She works publicly in forensic psychiatry in a community setting. 

Dr Rakov has extensive experience in the preparation of psychiatric reports and delivering expert evidence to the Courts. She is experienced in provision of expert evidence for criminal matters of fitness, mental impairment and sentencing across the Court hierarchy, as well as civil matters pertaining to family law in the Federal Circuit Court and Children's Court. Dr Rakov is accredited in Family Report Writing by the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) and has completed further training in Psychiatric Assessments for the Family Court through Mindful and Monash University. Dr Rakov also undertakes assessments in workplace injury, historical sexual abuse claims and provides expert opinions in standard of care and medical negligence.

Dr Rakov will be on maternity leave from 15/10/25.  

Dr Paresh Ramjee is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, with more than 20 years of clinical experience in Australia and South Africa.

After completing his medical internship in South Africa, he was encouraged by his professors to pursue a career in Psychiatry. Psychiatry was always close to his heart and he enjoyed every aspect of his training.

He completed his post graduate psychiatric training in Pretoria and Australia. He worked in academia for a few years before going into full-time private practice and research at one of the largest private psychiatric hospitals in Pretoria. His research covered new psychiatric treatment modalities and therapeutic interventions in various disorders, including mood disorders, anxiety and schizophrenia.

Paresh has extensive experience in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychiatric disorders across different age groups. His interest is in mood disorders, anxiety (including PTSD), veterans’ health, neuropsychiatry disorders and TMS. Paresh has in-depth knowledge of the various treatment modalities and therapies used to aid patient recovery.

Through his acquired knowledge, experience and skills in the diagnosis of a broad range of psychiatric disorders, he is able to provide best treatment options, both psychological and pharmacological, to his patients in a holistic way.

Dr Reddy received his basic medical degree from the University of Malaya before pursuing a Masters in Psychiatry in Kuala Lumpur. He has worked extensively in public mental health settings as an inpatient and outpatient psychiatrist.

His most recent appointment was as Consultant Psychiatrist, ACT Health, Canberra and Senior Lecturer, the Australian National University between 2010 and 2016. 
An accredited supervisor for RANZCP psychiatry registrars in training, Dr. Reddy has also taught medical students in all his previous appointments. 

Dr Reddy obtained his PhD. From the University of New South Wales, having worked at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Sydney.  The PhD. thesis focused on the risk factors for psychological morbidity in people with diabetes mellitus. He has published papers in peer-reviewed international journals. While in Sydney, he worked with the Black Dog Institute as a trained facilitator for general practitioners conducting one-day programmes aimed at the assessment and treatment of depression. Dr Reddy enjoys working collaboratively with GPs to achieve better mental health outcomes for patients.

He has also had experience in post-trauma regions by volunteering in humanitarian missions to Iran post-earthquake in 2004 and Sri Lanka post-tsunami in 2005.

Dr Sanil Rege is an experienced specialist Psychiatrist, Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) and Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych, UK).

Sanil has practiced in the United Kingdom and throughout Australia and is committed to developing a broad private psychiatric practice on the Mornington Peninsula, with minimal waiting times maintained with regular consulting offered locally.

Dr Rege will be supporting both outpatient and inpatient psychiatric services at Beleura Private Hospital and welcomes referrals for the assessment and management of a broad range of psychiatric disorders, including psychosis, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorders, personality disorders, neuropsychiatric presentations, consultation liaison psychiatry and alcohol addiction.

SERVICES OFFERED:

• Bio-psycho-socio-cultural assessments and management of general adults
• Complex Neuropsychiatric cases
• Management of psychiatric patients with complex medical issues
• Medico-legal reports
• WorkCover, TAC and VOCAT assessments
• Medicare rebates available

Sanil also accepts referrals for patients who require a management plan and is keen to work with general practitioners to provide further reviews as needed, providing expertise in 291 and 293 assessments.

Sanil is actively involved in the academic world and is the cofounder of psychscene.com, providing training workshops and online education to mental health professionals in Australia and overseas. He is an experienced speaker and presents at several professional conferences and events every year.

Languages spoken other than English: Hindi, Marathi, Urdu, German & Spanish

I have completed advanced/additional training in Aged Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, and Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT). I am a member of the Professorial Psychiatry Unit at the Ramsay Clinic Albert Road, and I am also a Senior Fellow (Honorary) at the University of Melbourne.

Dr Princess Rukasha is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists who passionate about delivering holistic care that integrates biological, psychological, and social aspects of health for her patients.

She graduated from the University of Newcastle in 2018 with her medical degree and later completed a Master’s degree in Medicine (Psychiatry) at the University of Melbourne in 2023. Dr Rukasha began her career as a general medical doctor in Tamworth before pursuing her great passion in psychiatry which she trained in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven region.

Her dedication to medical education is reflected in her teaching roles with the University of Wollongong, where she has provided clinical teaching in psychiatry to medical students. Currently undertaking advanced training in psychotherapies through the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP), Dr Rukasha has a special interest in psychtherapy and is passionate about furthering her expertise in this area.

Dr Deb Sahhar is a Psychiatrist, practising since 1998 in both private and public psychiatry. She has an interest in mood disorders and clinical focus in older individuals. Dr Sahhar focuses on both pharmacological as well as psychological approach. 

Dr Sahhar is the Director of the Seniors program at Ramsay Clinic Albert Road and works as a Clinical Liaison Psychiatrist at The Alfred.

Dr Tahmineh Salehi completed her psychiatry training in Melbourne and brings over 12 years of experience across both public and private mental health services, including inpatient and outpatient care.

She works with adults aged 18–65 and supports individuals experiencing a broad range of mental health concerns, including mood and anxiety disorders, trauma-related difficulties, and psychotic conditions.

Tahmineh is known for her thoughtful and attentive approach. She offers a safe and respectful space and takes time to understand each person’s unique circumstances in depth, recognising the complexity of emotional experiences and the importance of context in mental health.

Her approach is holistic and integrative, guided by a bio-psycho-socialcultural framework. She provides tailored, evidence-based treatment, including pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy.

In addition to her role in public mental health services, Tahmineh consults privately at Ramsay Clinic Mitcham, where she offers outpatient care and contributes to inpatient treatment when required.

Tahmineh accepts referrals for comprehensive psychiatric assessment, diagnostic clarification, and ongoing management. Her practice is structured to allow adequate time for thorough assessment and continuity of care. She works closely with general practitioners, psychologists, and other health professionals to ensure coordinated care.