Dr Dot Feast – Specialist Psychiatrist – Kenilworth

Dr Dot Feast – Specialist Psychiatrist – Kenilworth

Dr Dot Feast practices exclusively at Recovery Outcomes – Kenilworth Clinic in Cape Town as a Specialist Psychiatrist. She specialises in Addictions and Dual Diagnosis, delivering evidence-based care that addresses both substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions. Moreover, she blends motivational enhancement, cognitive behavioural therapy, and psychotherapy with medication when needed.

She earned her MBChB and psychiatric training at the University of Cape Town, and she is completing a Post-Graduate Diploma in Addictions Care through UCT’s Psychiatric Department. She is also a member of the South African Addictions Medicine Society. Previously, she coordinated research at the HIV Mental Health Research Unit at Groote Schuur Hospital and provided patient care at The Ivan Thoms Health4Men Clinic. Since 2014, she has practised full-time at Kenilworth Clinic, mentoring multidisciplinary teams and presenting on addiction psychiatry at national conferences.

Services

Entering Treatment

Entering treatment often follows a crisis and can feel overwhelming. Therefore, Dr Feast ensures each step prioritises safety and clarity. She assists with:

• Urgent help with detoxification: She arranges medically supervised withdrawal protocols with 24/7 nursing and medical monitoring. Consequently, patients clear substances safely and learn coping strategies from day one.

• Admission to an inpatient treatment centre: She fast-tracks referrals to accredited residential programmes, manages insurance authorisations, and collaborates with therapists and nurses to design an initial therapy schedule.

• Finding an outpatient programme or counsellor: She leverages a vetted network of therapists and support groups, matching each individual with a plan that fits their goals and lifestyle.

• Opioid substitution or medication-assisted treatment: She evaluates suitability for methadone, buprenorphine, or other therapies, and implements strict monitoring—such as dosage adjustments and urine screening—to stabilise cravings.

• Assessment of concurrent disorders: She screens for depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, and other conditions that influence addiction treatment, then integrates those findings into a unified recovery plan.

Continuing Care Programme

Dr Feast’s ongoing care framework extends support for 12–24 months. Moreover, it adapts to each patient’s phase of recovery and lifestyle. The programme includes:

• Regular contact with a psychiatric nurse: Scheduled check-ins monitor symptoms, adjust medications, and reinforce emerging coping strategies.

• Regular testing: She oversees toxicology screenings and health assessments, detecting early signs of relapse or medical complications.

• Reporting to family and employers if requested: With patient consent, she provides structured updates to loved ones or workplace support programmes, fostering transparency and collaborative care.

• Regular feedback to your care team: She shares outcome data and clinical observations with psychiatrists, psychologists, or counsellors, ensuring seamless coordination across interventions.

Additional Information

Recovery Outcomes – Kenilworth Clinic offers private consultation suites designed for confidentiality and comfort, along with dedicated group-therapy rooms and serene therapy gardens that encourage reflection. Furthermore, the clinic’s digital portal provides self-assessment tools and educational resources to empower patients between visits.

A multidisciplinary team—including psychiatric nurses, psychologists, occupational therapists, and social-care practitioners—collaborates on each case. Consequently, individuals and families experience cohesive, holistic care pathways. Dr Feast’s enhanced recovery protocols emphasise early intervention, continuous engagement, and personalised adjustments, ensuring that every step of the journey supports lasting wellness.

Take action today: schedule a consultation with Dr Dot Feast at Recovery Outcomes – Kenilworth Clinic to begin your path to recovery. Ask your referring physician to arrange an appointment or contact the clinic coordinator for assistance.