Dr Farzana Tarajia – Psychiatrist – Parktown

Dr Farzana Tarajia – Psychiatrist – Parktown

Dr Farzana Tarajia is a consultant psychiatrist at Netcare Akeso Parktown, specialising in adult and adolescent mental health. She earned her MBChB from the University of Natal in 2009 and completed internship and community service at leading Durban hospitals. Furthermore, she pursued specialist training through the College of Medicine of South Africa, achieving her Fellowship in Psychiatry in 2016. Consequently, she built a solid foundation in evidence-based psychiatric care.

During the early stages of her career, Dr Tarajia led outpatient clinics focused on mood and anxiety disorders within public-sector facilities. She also contributed to forensic psychiatry assessments, refining her expertise in medicolegal evaluations. Moreover, she delivered educational seminars on psychopharmacology to multidisciplinary teams. Additionally, she co-authored case studies on telepsychiatry during the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrating her commitment to innovative care models.

In addition to her clinical work, she maintains active membership in the South African Society of Psychiatrists. She chairs the Akeso Parktown Mental Health Committee and mentors junior psychiatrists through Netcare’s development programme. Additionally, she regularly presents at national conferences on digital mental health interventions. Consequently, her practice blends traditional therapies with cutting-edge research to deliver truly personalised care.

Services

Dr Tarajia offers a comprehensive suite of psychiatric treatments at Akeso Parktown:

• Comprehensive diagnostic assessments for precise evaluation and personalised care plans

• Pharmacological management of depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and psychotic conditions

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

• Child and adolescent psychiatry, focusing on developmental and behavioural concerns

• Perinatal psychiatry services supporting mental wellness before and after childbirth

• Forensic psychiatry consultations for expert medicolegal evaluations

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

• Group therapy programmes that foster peer support, resilience, and life-skill development

• Family therapy sessions to strengthen home networks and improve adherence

• Telepsychiatry consultations for secure virtual follow-ups and medication monitoring

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

Additional Information

Netcare Akeso Parktown features secure inpatient wards equipped with interactive therapy rooms, group counselling spaces, and dedicated examining suites for forensic consultations. In addition, the centre utilises a robust telehealth platform for video consultations and real-time collaboration. The multidisciplinary team comprises psychologists, occupational therapists, dietitians, and social workers who collaborate on holistic care pathways. Consequently, patients benefit from a fully integrated approach.

The facility also employs advanced psychometric tools and digital EEG monitoring to refine diagnostic precision. Moreover, interactive digital apps support mood tracking and homework assignments between sessions. Day-patient programmes combine structured therapy sessions with practical life-skill training to ease reintegration. Furthermore, monthly psychoeducation seminars cover stress management, sleep hygiene, and emotional resilience.

In addition to clinical services, Dr Tarajia hosts quarterly community-outreach events that raise mental health awareness across Parktown. She also leads caregiver workshops to equip families with communication strategies and emotional support techniques. Therefore, patients and their loved ones gain comprehensive resources for lasting wellness.

Ask your medical scheme advisor for a referral or use Netcare Appointmed™ to book an appointment with Dr Farzana Tarajia. We look forward to guiding you on your journey toward lasting mental wellness.