Dr Haseena Bibi Sablay – Specialist Psychiatrist – Kenilworth

Dr Haseena Bibi Sablay – Specialist Psychiatrist – Kenilworth

Dr. Haseena Bibi Sablay serves as a specialist psychiatrist at Akeso Kenilworth, where she brings over 14 years of dedicated clinical experience. She earned her MBChB from the University of Cape Town in 2007. Subsequently, she completed her specialist psychiatric training at the University of the Witwatersrand, obtaining her Fellowship of the College of Psychiatrists of South Africa (FCPsych) in 2012. Moreover, she pursued a postgraduate diploma in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry through accredited South African programmes. Consequently, she blends rigorous academic foundations with compassionate, youth-focused care.

Since joining Akeso Kenilworth in 2013, Dr. Sablay has focused on adolescent, adult, and geriatric psychiatry, treating a full spectrum of conditions. Furthermore, she specializes in mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, neuropsychiatric conditions such as dementia, and trauma-related disorders. She collaborates closely with a multidisciplinary team of psychologists, occupational therapists, and social workers. Therefore, patients benefit from integrated treatment plans tailored to their individual lives and histories.

Dr. Sablay also serves as a clinical tutor at the University of Cape Town, mentoring registrars and medical students. Additionally, she contributes to peer-reviewed research on holistic psychiatric care. Consequently, she applies the latest clinical evidence to every treatment plan. Moreover, she leads monthly community workshops on stress management and resilience building, empowering families and patients alike.

Services

At Akeso Kenilworth, Dr. Sablay offers a comprehensive suite of services:

• Comprehensive Psychiatric Assessments
  Perform detailed evaluations using structured interviews, neuroimaging-compatible consultation areas, and electroencephalography (EEG).

• Medication Management
  Optimize psychotropic medications through personalized prescriptions and close monitoring of efficacy and side effects.

• Individual Psychotherapy
  Offer one-on-one sessions employing cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and trauma-focused modalities.

• Group Therapy
  Facilitate peer-support groups and skill-building workshops for anxiety, depression, and stress resilience.

• Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
  Provide specialized assessment and treatment plans for young people facing behavioral and emotional challenges.

• Geriatric Psychiatry
  Address late-life depression, dementia, and cognitive disorders with an interdisciplinary approach.

• Crisis Intervention
  Deliver rapid-response care for acute psychiatric emergencies to stabilize patients safely.

• Preventative Mental Health Workshops
  Lead educational sessions on mindfulness, lifestyle modifications, and early-warning sign recognition.

• Trauma and PTSD Support
  Apply EMDR and trauma-centered cognitive therapies for post-traumatic stress disorder.

• Telepsychiatry Services
  Enable secure video consultations and digital follow-ups via integrated mood-tracking platforms.

• Occupational and Recreational Therapy
  Organize therapeutic activities—such as art and music therapy—in dedicated communal lounges.

Additional Information

Akeso Kenilworth features state-of-the-art facilities, including private therapy suites, group treatment rooms, and neuroimaging-compatible consultation areas. The clinic provides both inpatient and outpatient programmes, ensuring seamless transitions of care. Moreover, it houses dedicated EEG labs and tranquil garden courtyards to foster a healing environment.

Dr. Sablay’s patient-centered philosophy emphasizes holistic well-being by addressing physical health, emotional resilience, and social support in tandem. Additionally, patients use secure digital mood-tracking apps to share real-time feedback with her multidisciplinary team. Consequently, care plans evolve based on timely data and collaborative discussions.

Furthermore, the clinic offers specialized equipment such as 3D neuroimaging-compatible monitors to support precise diagnostic workups. It also runs pilot programmes in virtual reality therapy for exposure-based treatments. Families participate in weekly support circles facilitated by social workers, which strengthens recovery outcomes.

Schedule a consultation today to begin a personalized journey toward mental wellness under the expert guidance of Dr. Haseena Bibi Sablay at Akeso Kenilworth.