Prof Rebecca Anglin
Please note, new patient referrals for Professor Rebecca Anglin are closed at this time.
Professor Rebecca Anglin is a founding director of Clear Health Psychiatry and Clear Health Legal Medicine. She is a highly accomplished psychiatrist, academic, teacher and leader. She is originally from Canada where she was a clinician investigator at McMaster University with a research interest in gut-brain interactions before relocating permanently to Perth in 2016.
She has published over 40 peer reviewed articles in high impact journals and remains an active academic. She has held a number of senior leadership positions in hospitals and Universities nationally and internationally. Prof Anglin is committed to providing excellent psychiatric care and medico-legal assessments and brings her extensive and world-renowned academic and clinical expertise to the work she does. She is passionate about the client experience and the excellent quality of service provided by Clear Health Psychiatry and Clear Health Legal Medicine.
Dr Jeanette Frost
Please note, Dr Frost is accepting new-patient referrals on a limited basis at this time.
Dr Jeanette Frost is a sought after and skilled psychiatrist who prides herself on offering individualised and attuned care to her patients. She completed medical school at the University of Adelaide before relocating to Perth where she has worked ever since. After her intern year, Dr Frost pursued basic physician training at Royal Perth Hospital where she saw time and again the importance of good mental health to the lives and wellbeing of the medical patients she treated. Having developed a passion for psychiatry, she went on to train in the speciality and never looked back.
Dr Jeanette Frost has undertaken extensive further education to develop her expertise in a number of areas. She is trained in trauma focussed CBT through Phoenix Australia and in the three phased approach to complex trauma through the Blue Knot Foundation. Dr Frost has completed formal training in general psychiatric management (GPM) for borderline personality disorder through McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School and an intensive training course in the management of ADHD across the lifespan. In 2024, Dr Frost attained a Professional Certificate in Youth Psychiatry through Orygen in conjunction with the University of Melbourne.
Although she is self-professed clinician and not an academic, she has demonstrated aptitude in both research and teaching. She has co-authored a paper published in The Lancet Psychiatry* and regularly contributes to continued professional development in psychiatry. She is passionate about improving the lives and wellbeing the people she treats and promoting the field of psychiatry within the medical profession.
* Galbally, M., Himmerich, H., Senaratne, S., Fitzgerald, P., Frost, J., Woods, N., & Dickinson, J. E. (2022). Management of anorexia nervosa in pregnancy: a systematic and state-of-the-art review. The lancet. Psychiatry, 9(5), 402–412. https://doi.org/10.1016/S2215-0366(22)00031-1
Dr Drew McCarthy
Dr Drew McCarthy holds a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Western Australia and completed his medical and specialist psychiatry training in Perth, WA. He is
committed to providing thoughtful, individualised mental health care that is tailored to each patient’s unique circumstances.
Dr McCarthy currently accepts referrals for patients aged 13 to 55 years.
His particular areas of professional interest include:
- Adolescents and young adults
- Women’s mental health across the lifespan
- ADHD, particularly female presentations and the impact of hormonal transitions such
as puberty, pregnancy, the post-partum period, and perimenopause - Trauma-related difficulties, emotional dysregulation, and personality vulnerability
- Pregnancy and post-partum mental health
Due to his current clinical interests and areas of expertise, referral availability is prioritised for women in the perinatal period and women presenting with ADHD and
related conditions.
For patients seeking a combined approach to psychiatric treatment and psychotherapy, Dr McCarthy offers talking therapy for selected patients. Dr McCarthy works closely with GPs, psychologists, and other treating clinicians to provide coordinated and holistic care.
Dr McCarthy does not currently accept referrals for primary psychotic disorders or neurodegenerative conditions and does not conduct diagnostic assessments for suspected Autism Spectrum Disorder. He is also not affiliated with any private psychiatric hospital and does not manage patients requiring inpatient admission.
Dr Stephen Paparo
Dr Stephen Paparo is a locally trained Consultant Psychiatrist and Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP). Born and raised in WA, he completed his medical and specialist training in Perth, gaining a breadth of experience in both public and private mental health services.
Dr Paparo appreciates that seeking mental health care can be challenging and aims to be warm, comprehensive and holistic, considering the biological, psychological, social, and lifestyle factors that influence an individual’s wellbeing.
Dr Paparo accepts referrals for individuals aged 17–65 years. He has a focus on the optimal medication and non-pharmacological management of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Dr Paparo also has an interest in the management of anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), complex grief, depressive disorders and trauma-related disorders. Dr Paparo offers his patients a range of psychotherapy (talking therapy) approaches such as psychodynamic psychotherapy and supportive psychotherapy.
Dr Paparo aims to maintain regular communication with General Practitioners and other professionals with his patients’ consent.
Please note that due to the limitations of what can be safely managed in a part-time outpatient private practice, Dr Paparo does not provide hospital or crisis services including patients at high risk of harm to self/others, medically unstable, or requiring emergency or hospital admission for mental health in the past 12 months. Dr Paparo does not provide ongoing management of psychosis or substance use disorders. Dr Paparo does not prescribe ADHD stimulant medication in the context of alcohol dependence, use of benzodiazepines, medicinal cannabis, illicit substances, or if there is a history of psychosis or bipolar disorder. These presentations may be more safely supported where multidisciplinary and higher-intensity supports are available. Dr Paparo does not conduct formal diagnostic assessments for autism and does not provide medico-legal assessments.
Dr Lisa Smith
Please note, new patient referrals for Dr Lisa Smith are closed at this time.
Dr Lisa Smith is a locally trained psychiatrist who completed her medical degree at UWA and obtained her Psychiatry Fellowship in 2019.
During her training she worked across many hospital sites in WA, including both metropolitan (including Joondalup, Fremantle, Bentley and Graylands) and country services (Albany). She has worked in private practice since 2020 and brings a wealth of experience to her everyday clinical work.
Dr Smith sees patients from age 17 – 65. She specializes in general adult psychiatry and sees patients with the following conditions*:
- Major depressive disorder
- Bipolar affective disorder
- Psychotic disorders
- ADHD
- OCD
- Anxiety disorders
- Perinatal psychiatry
- PMDD
- PTSD
- Eating disorders
- Autism spectrum disorder
- Substance use disorders
- Personality disorders
- Forensic issues (where appropriate)
*Note that if risk is felt to be too high to manage in the outpatient private setting, referrals may be declined and more suitable services may be recommended.
She does not do admissions to hospital but can assist in referrals if required.
Additionally, Dr Smith has a keen interest in the newer medical specialty of Lifestyle Medicine and is currently completing a diploma in the specialty. This specialty focuses on using therapeutic lifestyle measures (through diet, exercise, sleep, positive social connections, stress management and avoidance of risky substances) to prevent, treat and reverse chronic diseases and improve well-being.
Dr Carl Holm
Dr Carl Holm is a Perth-trained Consultant Psychiatrist who holds a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Western Australia, providing specialist care for adults aged 18 years and over. He offers comprehensive assessment and management of mood and anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions (including PTSD), ADHD, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, and substance use disorders. He has particular expertise in complex and treatment-resistant presentations, later-life psychiatry, dementia diagnosis and care, and psychiatric care in the context of chronic pain. His prior qualification as a pharmacist underpins a high level of expertise in complex psychopharmacology.
Dr Holm takes a considered, collaborative, and evidence-based approach to care. He works with patients to develop a clear understanding of their mental health within the context of their physical health, life experiences, and relationships, and to establish tailored treatment strategies incorporating both pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches. He is committed to providing a discreet, respectful, and non-judgmental environment, recognising that seeking psychiatric care can be a significant step. He values working with people from diverse backgrounds and supports patients to make informed, confident decisions about their treatment.
Dr Holm is not affiliated with any private psychiatric hospital and does not provide inpatient care. He does not undertake autism spectrum disorder assessments, eating disorder assessments, and assessments for medicolegal or compensation-related matters.
Dr Sarah Carroll
Please note, new patient ADHD referrals for Dr Carroll are closed at this time.
Dr Sarah Carroll is a locally-trained consultant psychiatrist and is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP), providing care predominantly for adults aged 18–60.
Her approach is warm, trauma-informed, and collaborative. She values careful listening, clear formulation, and practical treatment plans that integrate with ongoing GP and allied health care.
Dr Carroll supports people experiencing depression, anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD/trauma, adult ADHD, grief and adjustment difficulties (including perinatal mental health), and will consider eating disorders where patients are medically stable and engaged with a multidisciplinary team.
Dr Carroll does not admit patients, provide acute crisis care, undertake ASD assessments, manage psychotic disorders or substance use disorders, or treat medically unstable individuals.
Dr Chien Ng
Dr Ng is a locally trained general adult psychiatrist and psychogeriatrician. He completed his medical degree with Honours and research prizes from the University of
Western Australia and is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP). Dr Ng also holds the RANZCP Certificate of Advanced Training in Psychiatry of Old Age, demonstrating his subspecialist expertise in geriatric psychiatry.
Beyond his academic and clinical credentials, Dr Ng also understands that reaching out for help takes courage. He offers a safe and supportive environment for your journey to better mental health. Dr Ng aspires to deliver the highest standards of care with a warm and compassionate approach.
Dr Ng has broad clinical and leadership experience in the public sector. He is staff specialist at a metropolitan older adult mental health service, where he was also
formerly Head of Department. He invests in the education of mental health care to medical students and trainee psychiatrists, serving as an examiner and supervisor with UWA and RANZCP.
Patients can expect a warm, collaborative and empathetic approach with a focus on individual needs and goals. Dr Ng welcomes referrals for patients aged 18 and over,
across a range of psychiatric presentations. His areas of expertise are mood/anxiety disorders (including treatment-resistant states); psychiatric care in later life; psychiatric care with medical comorbidities; all aspects of dementia care and diagnosis; and complex medication management.
Dr Ng has case-by-case availability for ADHD and workers compensation presentations.
Please note that at this time, Dr Ng is unable to accept referrals for autism spectrum disorder, eating disorders, or medicolegal assessments. Dr Ng does not provide acute
crisis care or inpatient management.
Outside of work, Dr Ng enjoys playing tennis, spending time with his family and exploring parks with his dog Pearle.
Dr Nishata Subramaniam
Dr. Subramaniam is a highly experienced senior Consultant Psychiatrist. She completed her medical degree in Adelaide and gained broad clinical exposure working across various regions before completing her specialist psychiatric training in Western Australia. A Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP), she holds specialist registration with AHPRA and is a member of both the Faculty of Psychiatry of Old Age and the Section of Neuropsychiatry.
Dr. Subramaniam has worked extensively across North, South, and East Metropolitan Mental Health Services, and is currently based within the North Metropolitan Mental Health Service, providing expert psychiatric care within a specialized older adult community mental health service. Her work spans diverse clinical environments including inpatient units, consultation-liaison services, community programs, and residential aged care. Dr. Subramaniam is highly skilled in the assessment and management of complex mental health conditions in adults and older adults, including mood disorders, psychosis, PTSD, neurocognitive disorders, and dementia-related behaviors. She is known for her collaborative, person-centered approach and her strong commitment to delivering holistic, recovery-oriented care that enhances quality of life and supports long-term wellbeing for her patients.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Subramaniam has a strong record in leadership, education, and service development. She has completed multiple leadership programs and has led service-wide initiatives to improve care delivery in older adult mental health settings. A committed educator, she has served as a college examiner, training supervisor, and lecturer for advanced trainees, contributing to postgraduate psychiatric education and mentoring future psychiatrists.
Dr. Subramaniam accepts referrals for patients who are 25 years or older with a broad range of psychiatric disorders including mood disorders, anxiety disorders including PTSD, psychotic disorders and older adults with neurocognitive disorders. Please note that at this time, Dr. Subramaniam is not accepting referrals for assessment or management of ADHD or ASD. She does not accept referrals for workers compensation claims, patients with eating disorders, substance use disorders or children and adolescents.
