Psychiatry
Mental health is health
Psychiatry helps you understand emotional and behavioural symptoms—with specialist medical assessment and a treatment plan tailored to you.
About this specialty
Psychiatry is the medical specialty dedicated to preventing, diagnosing and treating mental health conditions. At Mais Clinic, care is person-centred—combining careful listening, rigorous assessment and realistic goals to support stability, function and quality of life.
Available treatments
Psychiatry consultation
Comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and a personalised treatment plan for every life stage.
Anxiety and depression follow-up
Structured follow-up focused on symptom relief, emotional stability and functional recovery.
Sleep disturbances and stress
Medical care for emotional and behavioural factors affecting rest and quality of life.
Team
Dr. Frederica Passos
Psychiatry
Frequently asked questions
- When should I book a psychiatry appointment?
- When symptoms such as anxiety, depression, sleep changes, emotional instability, panic attacks or difficulty functioning day-to-day start affecting your wellbeing, relationships or routine.
- Will I be prescribed medication automatically?
- No. Treatment is individualised. Medication is only suggested when clinically appropriate—and it can be combined with psychotherapy and lifestyle measures.
- Do psychiatrists work with psychologists?
- Yes. When it helps your care, psychiatry can coordinate with psychology and other clinical teams for a more complete plan.
- What conditions are commonly seen?
- Anxiety, depression, mood changes, sleep disorders, persistent stress, burnout and other mental health conditions that benefit from specialist medical assessment.
Need specialist mental health support?
Book a psychiatry consultation with personalised follow-up.