Psychiatric Specialist.
Melbourne ǀ Australia
If you are looking for a psychiatric assessment, treatment recommendations or support through an episode of mental illness, Dr Robbie Gillies OAM might be able to assist you on your recovery journey. Dr Robbie Gillies practices from Evallies rooms, a place where specialists work in architecturally designed offices alongside friendly and approachable reception staff.
Dr Robbie Gillies specialises in a range of conditions, including autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, trauma conditions, sleep, tic and eating disorders. He places a firm emphasis on assessment and the diagnostic process, which is unhurried and considered. He also works with his clients in a collaborative and evidence-based manner, often over a long term episode of care, to achieve their mental health goals at whatever pace they’re comfortable with.
AVAILABLE SERVICES
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Dr Robert Gillies OAM, a Medical Doctor (MBBS Hons) and Paediatric Psychiatrist (FRANZCP), provides autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis and treatment services to his clients. His autism assessments provide a formal diagnosis, a detailed written report, a treatment plan, and recommendations for funding (eg through the NDIS, if applicable). For more information about Dr. Gillies and autism assessments, navigate to the “Autism Assessments” page.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Dr Gillies has worked as a hospital psychiatrist at The Melbourne Clinic, where he provided inpatient treatment to people with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) for several years. Dr Gillies now provides outpatient (community-based) care to people with OCD through Evallies rooms. If you require a diagnostic assessment, treatment, a second opinion, or ongoing care for OCD, you can request an appointment with Dr Gillies to discuss OCD treatment. Please visit the “OCD Support” section of this website for more information.
Child & Youth Psychiatry
Dr Gillies, who holds an Advanced Certificate in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, can provide comprehensive mental health assessments to young people. Assessments usually occur over multiple appointments, with the family, young person, and parents reviewed sequentially. A family feedback session and a written report is provided after the assessment, outlining the diagnostic issues, recommended management, and options for further support. This treatment plan is intended for use by the young person’s GP and/or an independent psychologist.
Adult Assessments
Dr Gillies is a certified psychiatrist (FRANZCP) with expertise in diagnosing mental illness, as well as designing evidence-based treatment plans. He provides comprehensive diagnostic assessments to people aged 16 to 65, for conditions such as: attention deficit / hyperactivity (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), phobias, anxiety, trauma conditions, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and depression. If you wish to receive a diagnostic opinion and advice about medications or psychotherapy, have your GP refer you to Dr. Gillies for an assessment.
ADHD Assessments
Dr Gillies is a psychiatrist with expertise in diagnosing ADHD and providing evidence-based treatment to people with ADHD. He has provided comprehensive ADHD and medical assessments to people of all ages, including children, adolescents, and adults. If you wish to receive a diagnostic opinion from Dr Gillies and advice about medications or psychotherapy for ADHD, have your GP refer you to Dr Gillies for an ADHD assessment.