Frequently Asked Questions

  • Dr. Ty Drake provides comprehensive psychiatric assessment and ongoing treatment for adults and older adolescents, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, mood disorders, neurodevelopmental conditions and more complex psychiatric presentations. Treatment may include medication, psychological strategies, collaboration with other treating professionals and consideration of advanced treatments where appropriate.

  • Getting started is straightforward. A referral can be sent from a GP or other eligible medical practitioner, after which the clinic can assist with arranging an appointment.

    New patients are asked to complete an intake form and any relevant assessment questionnaires before their first consultation so that appointment time can be used as effectively as possible.

    Eora Clinic will provide detailed information if you make contact with them and they create a patient file.

  • Dr. Ty Drake takes a detailed, individualised and evidence-based approach to psychiatric care. His experience includes both general psychiatry and Consultation–Liaison Psychiatry, giving particular expertise in complex presentations where mental health, physical health, medications and life circumstances intersect. Assessments are comprehensive, practical and focused on developing a clear treatment plan tailored to each patient.

  • Dr. Ty Drake sees adolescents aged 14 years and over, as well as adults of all ages. He works with a broad range of psychiatric presentations across late adolescence and adulthood, with assessment and treatment tailored to the individual’s developmental stage, circumstances and goals.

  • Appointment availability changes depending on clinical capacity.

    Dr. Ty Drake maintains a limited appointment book so that appropriate follow-up availability can be maintained for existing patients. When new-patient appointments are temporarily unavailable, referrals may be held or patients may be asked to contact the clinic again when the appointment book reopens.

    Please refer to the Appointment Booking page or contact Eora Clinic reception for current availability.

  • Dr Ty Drake consults at Eora Clinic on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

    Eora Clinic is located at Suites 12.09 and 12.10, One Hurstville Plaza, 282–288 Forest Road, Hurstville NSW 2220.

    Appointments and administrative enquiries are managed through Eora Clinic in Hurstville.

    Reception can be contacted on 02 9030 2185 or by email at reception@eoraclinic.com.au.

    Enquiries are welcome, and the reception team can assist with referrals, appointments, forms and general practice information.

  • Dr. Ty Drake operates a private-billing practice. Consultation fees vary according to the type and duration of the appointment, and eligible patients can generally receive a Medicare rebate when they have a valid referral. Fees are transparent and provided before appointments, with various options.

  • Dr. Ty Drake understands that seeing a psychiatrist is not always easy, and that many people have already waited a long time before reaching an appointment.

    To make the consultation as useful as possible, patients are sent relevant pre-appointment questionnaires and forms in advance. This helps Dr. Drake understand the key concerns beforehand and allows more of the appointment to be spent discussing what matters most.

    Dr. Drake takes a transparent, collaborative and individualised approach to care. Patients are encouraged to ask questions, understand the reasoning behind treatment recommendations and take an active role in decisions about their care.

    The aim is to work together on a practical treatment plan that reflects the individual’s symptoms, circumstances, preferences and goals.

  • An initial psychiatric consultation is usually approximately 60 minutes. The purpose of the first appointment is to understand the reason for referral, current symptoms, relevant developmental and psychiatric history, physical health, medications, family history and the impact of the difficulties on day-to-day life.

    An initial formulation and treatment plan can usually be discussed during the appointment. For more complex assessments, additional appointments or information may be required before a final diagnosis or management plan can be established.

  • Yes. Telehealth consultations are available. However, for the very first appointment, you will need to come in person.