Dr Joanne Barkla

Dr Joanne Barkla is a highly dedicated and compassionate Psychiatrist based in East Toowoomba, Queensland. With a commitment to providing comprehensive mental health care, she supports patients navigating a diverse range of emotional and behavioural challenges. Dr Barkla is known for her empathetic approach, working collaboratively with individuals to develop tailored treatment pathways that address their unique psychological needs.

Dr Barkla completed her medical degree at the University of Queensland, graduating in 1986. She is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, reflecting her high standard of clinical training and ongoing commitment to professional excellence. Throughout her career, she has pursued advanced training to expand her clinical capabilities, ensuring her patients receive evidence-based and up-to-date psychiatric care.

In her clinical practice, Dr Barkla focuses on adult psychiatry, with a particular interest in trauma-related conditions and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), including supporting veterans. She is also certified in the management of treatment-resistant depression, offering specialised therapeutic options for individuals who have not found relief through standard interventions. Her broad expertise encompasses the assessment and treatment of anxiety, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and various other complex mood and behavioural disorders.