Women’s mental health · Belmont Private Hospital
Compassionate psychiatric care for women
Evidence-based support for anxiety, depression, hormonal change, pregnancy and postpartum, perimenopause, menopause and life transitions — holistic care that considers the whole person, beyond a diagnosis.
Referrals accepted from GPs, obstetricians and specialists. Telehealth available on request.
Start the conversation
Does any of this feel familiar?
Sometimes it’s hard to name what’s wrong — only that something has changed. You don’t need the right words to reach out.
- You feel overwhelmed, but don’t know why.
- You’re functioning — but you’re exhausted.
- You don’t recognise yourself anymore.
- Your feelings change with your menstrual cycle.
- You’ve always been anxious, but it’s getting harder to manage.
- You’ve had a baby, but you’re not feeling the way you expected.
- Your mood changed during perimenopause.
Meet your psychiatrist
Dr Shama Kanodia
MBBS, FRANZCP, Certificate of Advanced Training in Adult Psychiatry
Dr Shama Kanodia is a consultant psychiatrist at Belmont Private Hospital. She has a special interest in women’s mental health, with over 25 years of postgraduate experience across both the public and private sectors.
She is trained in electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), and is accredited to provide esketamine treatment. Her practice offers a supportive, non-judgmental environment and individualised care — taking the time to understand each woman’s experiences, circumstances and goals.
Dr Kanodia works closely with referring general practitioners, obstetricians, psychologists and allied health professionals to ensure coordinated care as per each patient’s needs.
Professional memberships
- Fellow, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP)
- Australian ADHD Professionals Association (AADPA)
- Healthy Hormones
- Australasian Menopause Society
How I can help
Women’s mental health, across every stage
Women’s mental health can be shaped by hormones, reproductive experiences, relationships, work, family, sleep, physical health and the many roles women carry. Care should consider the whole person — not just a diagnosis.
Menstrual cycle
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).
Pregnancy & postpartum
Depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts and emotional adjustment before and after birth.
Perimenopause & menopause
Mood changes, anxiety, sleep difficulties and the psychological impact of hormonal transition.
Anxiety & depression
Thoughtful assessment and personalised treatment for persistent anxiety, depression and mood difficulties.
Life transitions
Support through relationships, motherhood, career changes, loss, identity and major life transitions.
Trauma & complex mental health
A sensitive, trauma-informed approach to understanding longstanding difficulties.
ADHD & women
Assessment and treatment where ADHD symptoms intersect with women’s mental health and life stages.
Dr Kanodia also provides assessment and management of broader conditions including mood and bipolar disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder and adjustment difficulties.
Treatments & expertise
- Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
- Trained
- Transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS)
- Trained
- Esketamine treatment
- Accredited
- Individualised psychiatric care
- Evidence-based
Her approach
Time to understand you, beyond a diagnosis
Dr Kanodia’s practice offers a supportive, non-judgmental environment and individualised care. She takes the time to understand each woman’s experiences, circumstances and goals, and to build a plan that fits the whole of her life — not just a set of symptoms.
Where appropriate, she draws on a range of evidence-based options and coordinates closely with your GP, obstetrician and allied health team so your care is joined up.
Ages seen
Adults, 18–65 years
Telehealth
Yes, upon request
Languages
English
Before you book
Important information
A few things to know when arranging an appointment with Dr Kanodia.
- Dr Kanodia typically sees patients aged 18–65 years.
- She provides inpatient admissions to Belmont Private Hospital and supports attendance at Day Therapy programs.
- A current referral from a GP, obstetrician or specialist is required to access a Medicare rebate.
- Appointments are strictly required for all scripts, letters, medical certificates and medication adjustments.
- This practice does not provide emergency or after-hours crisis care — see the Emergencies page for urgent support.