Dr Debra Chong

Consultant Psychiatrist

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Dr Chong is available to see new patients from late October, and accepts referrals for adults aged 18 and over.

Dr Debra Chong is a consultant psychiatrist with over 18 years of experience supporting people with complex mental health concerns. She brings depth of knowledge and a calm, thoughtful approach to her work, combining clinical expertise with compassion.

Debra has worked across community and hospital settings, and now offers care within private practice. She values a holistic perspective, aiming to understand the full context of a person’s life when considering treatment.

In her practice, she places strong emphasis on collaboration, ensuring that treatment decisions are guided by both evidence and the individual needs of her patients. People often describe her manner as steady, empathetic, and respectful, which helps create a safe space for open discussion.

Debra is committed to ongoing professional development and engagement with research, ensuring that her patients benefit from the most up-to-date and effective treatments available.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (University of Melbourne)

  • Master of Psychiatry (University of Melbourne)

  • RANZCP Clinical Supervisors Course

  • RANZCP Advanced Training in the Psychotherapies (Theory Component)

  • RANZCP Supervisor Training

  • Austin Health Electroconvulsive Therapy Training Course

Professional Affiliations

Fellow, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists

Areas of Interest

Debra has particular interest in the diagnosis and treatment of schizophrenia and related disorders. She also works with people experiencing mood and anxiety difficulties, trauma, and challenges affecting daily life and relationships.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (University of Melbourne)

  • Master of Psychiatry (University of Melbourne)

  • RANZCP Clinical Supervisors Course

  • RANZCP Advanced Training in the Psychotherapies (Theory Component)

  • RANZCP Supervisor Training

  • Austin Health Electroconvulsive Therapy Training Course

Professional Affiliations

Fellow, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists

Areas of Interest

Debra has particular interest in the diagnosis and treatment of schizophrenia and related disorders. She also works with people experiencing mood and anxiety difficulties, trauma, and challenges affecting daily life and relationships.

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We are a specialist psychiatry and clinical psychology practice based in Camberwell, Victoria. We offer in-person and telehealth consultations to patients seeking psychiatry and psychotherapy services.

We work across Wurundjeri Country. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.

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