I am a child and adolescent psychiatrist with a deep commitment to understanding how a developing brain interacts with its environment. My work focuses on how this dynamic relationship shapes a young person’s developmental trajectory, identity formation, emotional wellbeing, and long‑term mental health. I recognise that the interplay between brain development and life experiences can contribute to a wide range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), self‑harm, suicidal thoughts, psychosis, complex mind–body conditions, and personality disorders. My approach is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and a commitment to understanding each young person’s unique developmental journey. I work to empower children and adolescents who may be struggling with significant obstacles in their daily lives, helping them build resilience, confidence, and a stronger sense of wellbeing.

Dr. Drake is a medical doctor and a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) with sub-specialty training in Consultation–Liaison Psychiatry. Using a recovery-oriented and strengths-based approach, Dr. Drake provides holistic and collaborative evidence-based treatment plans through an educational and trauma-informed lens.