Dr Brendan Belsham Child Psychiatrist Johannesburg

Dr Brendan Belsham Child Psychiatrist Johannesburg

Dr Brendan Belsham Child Psychiatrist Johannesburg provides expert psychiatric care for children and adolescents in Johannesburg. The Dr Belsham combines extensive clinical experience with a compassionate, patient-centred approach to support children, families, and caregivers. His practice focuses on understanding the unique needs of each child and delivering effective treatment for mental health challenges.

Private Practice and Consulting Services

Dr Belsham has maintained a private practice in Johannesburg since 2000. He also serves as a visiting consultant at the Johannesburg Parent and Child Counseling Centre. Dr Belsham collaborates with schools, churches, and other institutions to provide guidance and support for children’s mental health.

Academic and Professional Background

Dr Brendan Belsham Child Psychiatrist Johannesburg obtained his MBBCh degree in 1994 and completed a Master of Medicine in Psychiatry in 2000. He became a Fellow of the College of Psychiatrists of South Africa in 1999 and earned a Certificate in Child Psychiatry in 2003. During his career, he contributed to postgraduate child psychiatry training at the University of the Witwatersrand and helped pioneer a child psychiatry clinic in Orange Farm.

Areas of Special Interest

Dr Belsham focuses on early parenting, attachment issues, ADHD, childhood bipolar disorder, autism, and anxiety disorders. He uses evidence-based methods to assess and treat these conditions, aiming to improve developmental outcomes and family wellbeing.

ADHD Expertise

ADHD is one of Dr Brendan Belsham Child Psychiatrist Johannesburg’s main areas of expertise. He guides parents and caregivers on diagnosis, behavioral strategies, and medication management. Dr Belsham also educates communities about ADHD through public presentations, media appearances, and written articles.

Child Development and Family Support

Beyond clinical treatment, Dr Belsham provides guidance on early childhood development and parenting strategies. He emphasizes the importance of healthy attachment, emotional support, and structured routines for children facing mental health challenges.

Publications and Media

Dr Belsham has authored articles and appeared on radio, television, and in magazines discussing ADHD, autism, and childhood mental health. He recently published his first book, What’s the Fuss About ADHD?, to provide practical advice for parents and professionals.

Contact Dr Brendan Belsham

Dr Brendan Belsham Child Psychiatrist Johannesburg welcomes appointments for children and adolescents at his practice in Linden, Johannesburg.

• Address: 57 1st Avenue, Linden, Johannesburg, South Africa

• Phone: +27 11 782 5543 / +27 11 782 0393

• Email: info@drbelsham.com

Dr Brendan Belsham Child Psychiatrist Johannesburg combines expertise, experience, and empathy to help children thrive and families navigate mental health challenges.