Dr John Perica

Dr John Perica is a highly qualified and compassionate Consultant Psychiatrist based in Richmond, Australia. Dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care, he supports patients navigating a diverse range of complex psychological conditions. With a patient-centred approach, Dr Perica focuses on delivering personalised treatment plans that foster long-term recovery and emotional well-being, ensuring that individuals feel heard, validated, and supported throughout their therapeutic journey.

In his clinical practice, Dr Perica specialises in a broad spectrum of psychiatric conditions. His areas of expertise include the management of mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, as well as anxiety disorders and trauma-related conditions, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). He also possesses significant experience in treating complex psychotic illnesses, such as schizophrenia and psychosis, and provides targeted support for substance abuse and addictions. Additionally, Dr Perica offers specialised care in psychotherapy and sports psychiatry, helping athletes and active individuals manage the unique mental health challenges associated with competitive sports.

Dr Perica completed his medical training at the University of Western Australia, graduating with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) in 1988. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence, he is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP). Through his ongoing professional development and active involvement in the psychiatric community, he remains at the forefront of evidence-based psychiatric treatments and therapeutic interventions.