Dr Marshinee Naidoo – Psychiatrist – Alberton

Dr Marshinee Naidoo – Psychiatrist – Alberton

Dr Marshinee Naidoo is a specialist psychiatrist at Netcare Akeso Alberton, where she focuses on adult and adolescent mental health. She earned her MBBCh from the University of the Witwatersrand in 2005. Moreover, she completed her internship and community service at leading Johannesburg hospitals. Subsequently, she pursued the Diploma in Mental Health through the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa and achieved her Fellowship in Psychiatry in 2012.

After qualifying, Dr Naidoo served as a consultant psychiatrist at Sterkfontein Hospital, gaining specialised experience in forensic psychiatry. She then established her private practice at Akeso Clinic – Alberton in 2013. In addition, she admits patients at Akeso Parktown when needed to ensure continuity of care. Furthermore, she mentors psychiatry registrars at the University of Pretoria and leads community workshops on mental health stigma in Soweto. Consequently, her practice blends rigorous clinical expertise with compassionate, patient-centred care.

Services

Dr Naidoo provides the following core psychiatric treatments at Akeso Alberton:

• Comprehensive diagnostic assessments for accurate evaluation and personalised care 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 foster 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 Alberton offers secure inpatient wards with interactive therapy rooms and dedicated group counselling spaces. In addition, the centre uses a telehealth platform for video consultations and real-time care coordination. The multidisciplinary team includes psychologists, occupational therapists, dietitians, and social workers who collaborate on holistic treatment pathways.

Day-patient programmes combine structured therapy sessions with practical life-skills training to support smooth reintegration. Moreover, Dr Naidoo employs psychometric tools and digital tracking portals to monitor patient progress remotely. Consequently, she adjusts interventions swiftly to sustain recovery momentum. The clinic also hosts quarterly mental health awareness events to engage the broader community.

Patients benefit from a tranquil courtyard and recreation areas designed for relaxation and stress relief. Additionally, caregiver workshops equip families with communication strategies and resilience skills, extending support beyond clinical hours. Therefore, individuals experience seamless transitions between inpatient, day-patient, and outpatient services across the Netcare 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 guiding you on your path to lasting mental wellness.