Depression
Work Stress
Social Anxiety
The Real Experience
“Working with Dr. Andrew Aboud has been life-changing. His compassionate and understanding approach made me feel heard and supported from day one. He provided me with practical tools to manage my anxiety and depression, and I’ve noticed a significant improvement in my daily life. Dr. Aboud’s expertise and dedication to his clients’ well-being are evident in every session. I am incredibly grateful for his guidance and highly recommend him to anyone seeking a skilled and caring psychiatrist.”
John McHill – Client
Advise Courts
Assess Risks
Evaluate Offenders
Enhance Safety
Specialist in Offender Risk Assessment and Medicolegal Evaluations
Dr. Aboud is renowned for his expertise in offender risk assessment and medicolegal evaluations. His deep understanding of forensic psychiatry allows him to assess and provide critical insights into the behaviors and mental states of offenders, contributing to important legal and clinical decisions.
Senior Clinical Director in Queensland’s Forensic Mental Health Service
As the clinical director of the prison mental health service in Queensland, Dr. Aboud has played a pivotal role in shaping the delivery of psychiatric care within the prison system. His leadership has ensured that inmates receive the necessary mental health support, while also addressing public safety concerns through rigorous risk assessments.
Fellow of the Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatrists
Dr. Aboud is a distinguished Fellow of the Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, a testament to his commitment to excellence in psychiatric practice. This fellowship reflects his extensive training, expertise, and contribution to the field of psychiatry across multiple regions.
Successful Stories
Emily R’s story:
“I’ve been seeing Dr. Andrew Aboud for the past year, and the progress I’ve made with my anxiety and self-esteem issues is incredible. He creates a safe, non-judgmental space where I feel comfortable sharing my thoughts and concerns. Dr. Aboud’s thoughtful guidance and practical strategies have empowered me to face social situations with confidence. I highly recommend him to anyone struggling with similar issues.”
Successful Stories
Jason M’s story:
“Dr. Aboud has been instrumental in helping me manage my work-related stress. His insightful approach and practical tools have made a significant difference in how I handle challenging situations. He has a unique way of making complex psychiatry concepts easy to understand and apply. I’m grateful for his support and have noticed a substantial improvement in my overall well-being.”
Successful Stories
Sarah L’s story:
“Working with Dr. Aboud has been a transformative experience. I sought his help for relationship issues, and his compassionate, empathetic approach helped me and my partner navigate our challenges and improve our communication. His sessions are always insightful, and he provides a perfect balance of professional guidance and personal warmth. Thanks to Dr. Aboud, we’ve built a stronger, healthier relationship.”
Successful Stories
Michael S’s story:
“Seeing Dr. Aboud has been one of the best decisions I’ve made for my mental health. I came to him struggling with depression and a lack of direction in life. His supportive and understanding demeanor made it easy to open up about my issues. Dr. Aboud’s tailored approach, combining talk therapy with practical exercises, has helped me regain a sense of purpose and control. I’m now more confident and hopeful about the future, and I couldn’t have done it without his guidance.”
DR ANDREW ABOUD is a Clinical and Forensic Psychiatrist based in Brisbane, Queensland. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatrists and is registered as a specialist psychiatrist in Australia. He is a Member and a Fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatrists in the United Kingdom. He is a Member of the Faculty of Forensic Psychiatry in respect of both Royal Colleges.
Having graduated as a medical doctor, he completed specialist training in general psychiatry at St Georges Hospital in London and then higher specialist training in forensic psychiatry at the Maudsley Hospital in London. He also holds a master’s degree in Clinical Forensic Psychiatry & Psychology from the Institute of Psychiatry, Kings College London. He has worked in clinical forensic psychiatric practice for over two decades and was employed as a consultant psychiatrist at the renowned Broadmoor High Security Psychiatric Hospital in the United Kingdom before moving to Australia.
He has held senior positions within Queensland’s Forensic Mental Health Service, including secure inpatient and community settings, and since 2010 has been clinical director of the prison mental health service that provides psychiatric services to all major prisons in southeast Queensland. He has specialist training and extensive experience in clinical and risk assessment of offenders and mentally disordered offenders, including those who may have engaged in physical violence, sexual violence, stalking behaviour, threat behaviour, querulant/vexatious behaviour, fire setting behaviour, amongst others.
He has extensive experience in medicolegal assessments and report writing pertaining to both criminal and civil matters and has provided expert opinions to assist various adjudicating bodies, including the civil and administrative tribunal, mental health review tribunal, parole board and courts.