Dr John Cottrell-Dormer

Dr John Cottrell-Dormer is a highly qualified and dedicated Psychiatrist based in Sydney, Australia. He is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centred care to individuals experiencing a wide range of mental health challenges. With a focus on holistic and evidence-based treatment, Dr Cottrell-Dormer works collaboratively with his patients to develop tailored therapeutic plans that support their long-term mental well-being and recovery.

His clinical practice encompasses a broad spectrum of psychiatric care, with particular expertise in managing complex mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder, as well as schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders. Dr Cottrell-Dormer is skilled in a variety of therapeutic modalities, including psychodynamic psychotherapy, interpersonal therapy, mentalisation-based therapy, and eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. He also integrates mindfulness and supportive psychotherapy into his practice, and is experienced in administering specialised treatments such as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) when clinically indicated.

Dr Cottrell-Dormer completed his medical education at the University of New South Wales, graduating with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB BS) in 1983. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP), reflecting his high standard of training and clinical excellence. Additionally, he is an Accredited Member of the Faculty of Psychotherapy, demonstrating his deep commitment to psychotherapeutic practices and ongoing professional development in the field of mental health.