Dr David Priest

MBBS, FRANZCP

Hello, my name is David (he/him). I am a Psychiatrist and I help people with complex mental health challenges make sense of what's going on for them so they can feel more in control, find balance, and live the life they want.

The majority of my practice focuses on supporting people to:

handle intense emotions
improve relationships
heal from past trauma
overcome challenges related to mental health and personality difficulties

My clients often come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by intense emotions, stuck in difficult patterns, or struggling with past trauma, but after working together, they typically feel more in control, understood, and able to make positive changes in their lives.

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About Me

I provide adult psychiatric assessment and treatment tailored to each person’s unique situation. My work combines evidence-based therapies, including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), with careful use of medication when needed. I take a collaborative approach, working closely with you to understand your experiences, clarify goals, and develop strategies that help you feel more in control of your life.

I support people dealing with a wide range of challenges, including complex trauma, personality difficulties, mood and anxiety disorders, and ongoing stress or emotional dysregulation. I also have particular experience supporting LGBTIQA+ clients. I aim to provide care that is personalised, respectful, and practical, in a safe, non-judgemental environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly.

Services

I take an integrative approach to therapy, tailoring evidence-based interventions to each unique individual. I am trauma-informed, and gender-affirming.

Comprehensive Assessments

Comprehensive Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluations

I do not currently provide ADHD assessments

Therapeutic Modalities

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)

The above are used in combination with the careful use of medication, as required

Fees

I offer Medicare-rebated consultations and privately-funded therapy. Once the Safety Net has been reached, Medicare rebates increase to 80% for up to 50 sessions per year

'291' Once-Off Assessment and Report (Medicare)