Dr Marshinee Naidoo – Psychiatrist – Parktown

Dr Marshinee Naidoo – Psychiatrist – Parktown

Dr Marshinee Naidoo, a Specialist Psychiatrist at Netcare Akeso Parktown, brings over a decade of focused expertise in adult and adolescent mental health. She graduated with an MBBCh from the University of the Witwatersrand in 2005 and completed her internship and community service at leading Johannesburg hospitals. Moreover, she pursued the Diploma in Mental Health through the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa and earned her Fellowship in Psychiatry in 2012.

After qualifying, Dr Naidoo served as a consultant psychiatrist at Sterkfontein Hospital, where she gained specialised experience in forensic psychiatry. Furthermore, she has admitted patients to both Akeso Clinic Alberton and Akeso Parktown, reinforcing her commitment to community access and continuity of care. In addition, she holds membership in the South African Society of Psychiatrists and contributes as a reviewer for the South African Journal of Psychiatry.

Dr Naidoo combines her clinical work with advocacy and education. She regularly leads workshops on mental health stigma reduction in Soweto and mentors psychiatry registrars at the University of Pretoria. Consequently, her practice integrates both cutting-edge research and compassionate, patient-centred approaches.

Services

At Akeso Parktown, Dr Naidoo delivers core psychiatric care that reflects the clinic’s comprehensive model. Her services include:

• Comprehensive diagnostic assessments for accurate evaluation and individualised treatment plans

• Pharmacological management of mood disorders, including depression and bipolar disorder

• Psychotherapeutic interventions, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

• Crisis intervention and involuntary admission assessments under the Mental Health Care Act

• Group therapy programmes that build peer support and life-skills development

• Family therapy sessions to strengthen home support and improve recovery outcomes

• Telepsychiatry consultations for virtual follow-ups and medication reviews

• Aftercare and discharge planning, including wellness workshops and community support referrals

Additional Information

Netcare Akeso Parktown forms part of a leading network of private inpatient mental health facilities in South Africa. The centre offers secure, modern wards with interactive therapy rooms, group counselling spaces, and a telehealth platform for video consultations and real-time care coordination. Furthermore, the multidisciplinary team comprises psychologists, occupational therapists, dietitians, and social workers who collaborate on holistic care pathways.

In addition, day-patient programmes combine structured therapy sessions with life-skills training to support gradual reintegration. Moreover, Dr Naidoo utilises psychometric tools and digital tracking portals to monitor treatment progress remotely. Consequently, she adjusts interventions swiftly to maintain momentum toward wellness.

The clinic also hosts quarterly mental health awareness events to engage the broader community. Finally, a tranquil courtyard and recreation areas promote relaxation and recovery. Patients benefit from seamless transitions between inpatient, day-patient, and outpatient services, ensuring continuity across Netcare’s network.

Ask your medical scheme advisor for a referral or use Netcare Appointmed™ to book an appointment with Dr Marshinee Naidoo. We look forward to supporting your journey toward lasting mental wellness.