Looking for an ADHD psychiatrist for your daughter? Here’s who Perth families recommend
If you’re helping your daughter explore whether ADHD could explain some of the challenges she’s experienced throughout childhood, school, university, work, relationships or daily life, finding the right psychiatrist can feel overwhelming.
For many young women, the journey to an ADHD assessment is rarely straightforward. Some have spent years wondering why life seems harder than it looks for everyone else.
Others have been told they’re anxious, lazy, disorganised, emotional, or simply not trying hard enough. Many have become experts at masking their struggles and pushing through, often at a significant personal cost.
As a parent, you want to help your daughter find a psychiatrist who will listen, understand and take her concerns seriously.
Why finding the right psychiatrist matters
As a parent, you know that finding the right psychiatrist for your daughter is key to whether the assessment experience is a positive one.
You want a psychiatrist who will take the time to listen. Someone who listens carefully, asks thoughtful questions and creates a safe space for young women to share their experiences.
Many parents also want reassurance that their daughter’s concerns will not be dismissed as anxiety, stress, personality traits or a lack of effort.
What parents are looking for in an ADHD psychiatrist
When Perth Kids Hub families share recommendations, they often talk about qualities that go beyond clinical expertise.
They value psychiatrists who are:
- Kind and approachable
- Compassionate and respectful
- Experienced in ADHD in young women
- Good communicators
- Thorough in their assessments
- Willing to answer questions
- Supportive of both the young person and their family
Parents frequently tell us they want their daughter to leave an appointment feeling heard, understood and respected.
A thorough assessment matters
Many families are not looking for a quick diagnosis.
Instead, they want a psychiatrist who takes the time to explore their daughter’s developmental history, current challenges and overall wellbeing.
A comprehensive assessment should consider whether ADHD may be contributing to a person’s difficulties. It should also explore other factors that could explain similar symptoms.
This helps ensure that any diagnosis is made thoughtfully and carefully.
Understanding treatment options
For some young women, medication may form part of their treatment plan.
Parents often tell us they appreciate psychiatrists who explain treatment options clearly and openly.
They want someone who discusses potential benefits, possible side effects and practical considerations. They also value clinicians who answer questions honestly and support informed decision-making.
Many families are looking for a psychiatrist who sees medication as one part of a broader conversation about support, wellbeing and quality of life.
Feeling heard can make all the difference
For many young women, seeking an ADHD assessment is about more than finding a label.
It is about understanding themselves.
It is about making sense of experiences that may have felt confusing for years.
And it is about finding a clinician who listens without judgement.
The psychiatrists listed below were recommended by members of the Perth Kids Hub community as clinicians they believe provide thoughtful assessment, diagnosis and ongoing management for young women aged 18 years and over.
These recommendations reflect the opinions and experiences of individual community members and are intended as a starting point for families exploring their options.
Important disclaimer
The psychiatrists listed below were recommended by members of the Perth Kids Hub community based on their personal experiences. These recommendations do not constitute an endorsement by Perth Kids Hub, nor do they guarantee a particular experience or outcome.
Every young person has unique needs, preferences and circumstances. A psychiatrist who is an excellent fit for one family may not be the right fit for another.
We encourage families to conduct their own research before making an appointment. Consider reviewing the psychiatrist’s qualifications, areas of interest, assessment approach, fees, availability and referral requirements. It can also be helpful to contact the practice directly and ask questions about their experience assessing and supporting young women with ADHD.
Ultimately, the goal is to find a clinician who is appropriately qualified and who your daughter feels comfortable with, understands her concerns and can provide care that meets her individual needs.
Reader-recommended psychiatrists
Psychiatrist
Location: Telehealth (Perth-based: Nedlands)
Focus: assessment and treatment of ADHD for children, adolescents and adults along with mood disorders and anxiety related conditions.
Feedback:
“We’ve just recently used James for my 18 yr old and he’s been great. We managed to get an appointment very quickly and online video interview.” – via Facebook
Psychiatrist
Location: 230 Rokeby Road, Subiaco, WA, 6008
Focus: Philippa has experience in both public and private settings, and works with school-aged children (6+ years), with special interests in ADHD and OCD.
Psychiatrist
Location: Suites 40/41, 15 Barron Parade, JOONDALUP 6027 WA
Also at: Grow Medical Group, 2 Boomerang Loop, Banksia Grove WA 6031
Focus: Dr Chester sees adolescents (from 15) and adults.
Location: 102 Cambridge Street, West Leederville WA 6007
Focus:
“Dr Leanne Priestly 👌 👌 Bit of a wait list though.” – via Facebook
“She is a ADHD specialist, gets ADHD, the issues that come with it, how it affects different people in different ways, and what options there are. “
“+1 for Dr Leanne Priestly! She has been amazing and just gets it, I can’t speak any more highly of her.”
“Agreed!! She is amazing and I highly recommend.”
Psychiatrist
Location: Suite 306, Level 3, Hollywood Consulting Centre, 91 Monash Avenue, Nedlands WA 6009
Focus: ADHD and mood disorders 18-65 years.
“Lisa Barrett is great with this age group. Does great comprehensive assessments. Warm, friendly. Great feedback.” – via Facebook
Psychiatrist
Location: Unit 13, Third Floor, 166 Brighton Road, Scarborough, WA 6019
Focus: sees a lot of female ADHD clients who prior to diagnosis and treatment, have had to go to great efforts to compensate for or mask their symptoms which can be exhausting.
“Kind and supportive with young women.” – via Facebook
“I’ve heard good things about him with females and ADHD.” – via Facebook
Psychiatrist
Location: Willetton
Focus:
“I see Daniel Mo and he is lovely and I’ve got no complaints. On the website they have their fees and rebates and also offer Telehealth”
“Another vote for Dr Mo, I’ve been seeing him since 2021 and is great. He’s also very happy to share care with your GP so you don’t always have to see him.”
Paediatrician
Location: 72 Churchill Avenue, Subiaco WA
Focus: Grant is a paediatrician and a specialist in Adolescent & Young Adult Medicine, which focuses on the health of young people aged 10 to 24 in the areas of eating disorders, ADHD and autism.
Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist
Location: South Perth
Focus: teens to young adults.
Psychiatrist
Location: via telehealth
Focus:
Psychiatrists
Location: Unit 19, 86 Francis Ave, Karrinyup, WA, 6018
Focus: The clinic provides both face-to-face and telehealth appointments, with psychiatrists experienced in child, adolescent, and adult ADHD care.
“A friend recommended The WA Psychiatry and ADHD Clinic in East Perth for my daughter. They take teens and adults and also offer Telehealth appts. They take 4-8weeks to assess your referral but they do have short wait times for appointments once the patient is accepted.” – via Facebook
Psychiatrist
Location: Suite 814, 1 Richardson Street, South Perth , WA 6151.
Focus: She has a special interest in ADHD, early intervention, mood disorders, eating disorders and women’s mental health.
Child Psychiatrist
Location: Mandurah
Focus: He specialises in child and adolescent and family psychiatry treating the broad range of psychiatric disorders but has also always had a private practice treating adult with anxiety, depression and ADHD.
