About Me
I am a psychiatrist and psychotherapist with over two decades of clinical experience, having worked in diverse healthcare systems, including France, the United Kingdom, and Romania. Throughout my career, I have been involved in various fields of mental health, providing care in emergency departments, inpatient units, outpatient clinics, multidisciplinary community teams, and private practice.
I am passionate about psychotherapy and believe that an effective treatment plan should combine medical and psychological approaches, tailored to each patient’s individual needs. I have a particular interest in the connection between philosophy and mental health, exploring how beliefs and personal values influence emotional balance.
In my practice, I place great emphasis on reducing the stigma associated with mental health conditions and increasing access to treatment and information. I believe that mental health should be approached with empathy, respect, and scientific rigor, and that every patient deserves personalized and comprehensive care.
Education & Training:
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Oxford School of Psychiatry – Specialization in Psychiatry (2001-2006)
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Master’s in Philosophy and Ethics in Mental Health – University of Warwick (2003-2005)
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Royal College of Psychiatrists – Psychiatry Training (1996-1999)
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St George’s Hospital Medical School (CT) – Clinical Psychiatry Training (1996-2000)
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Faculty of Medicine, Saint-Antoine, University of Paris VI (1993-1994)
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Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest (1992)
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Faculty of Medicine, University of Limoges, France (1991-1992)
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National College of Mathematics and Physics "Andrei Șaguna," Brașov
Areas of Expertise:
General Adult Psychiatry
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Diagnosis and treatment of anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia
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Experience in emergency care, inpatient and outpatient psychiatry, and therapeutic communities
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Multidisciplinary collaboration for individualized treatment plans
Old Age Psychiatry
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Assessment and treatment of mental health disorders in elderly patients, including dementia and depression
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Protection of patient rights and care for vulnerable individuals
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Family and caregiver support strategies
Eating Disorders
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Experience in diagnosing and treating anorexia, bulimia, and other eating disorders
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Multidisciplinary approach, including family support integration
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Facilitation of support and psychoeducation groups for patients and caregivers
Personality Disorders
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Diagnosis and treatment in therapeutic communities
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Development and implementation of support programs for clinical teams
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Participation in research on diagnostic and treatment tools for personality disorders
Psychotherapy
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Psychodynamic Psychotherapy – Training at Enid Balint Institute of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy
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Mentalization-Based Treatment (MBT) – Training at Anna Freud Institute for Children and Families
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Integration of techniques into clinical practice
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Group Therapy – Experience in facilitating therapy groups for patients and clinical teams
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Brief Interpersonal Psychotherapy – Applied in the treatment of eating disorders
Forensic Psychiatry
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Court assessments and forensic psychiatric reports
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Expertise in forensic psychiatry and mental health evaluations within the legal system
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Collaboration with the Institute of Legal Medicine in Bucharest
Professional Experience:
Consultant Psychiatrist – ARAS Health Centre (2010 – Present)
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Coordination and treatment of patients with substance use disorders
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HIV, Hep B, and Hep C testing and counseling services
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Management of patients with psychiatric comorbidities and addiction
Consultant Psychiatrist (Medical Director) – Mindspace (2019 – Present)
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Co-founder of the center, offering psychological counseling and support for adolescents and families
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Psychotherapeutic interventions in a more informal setting
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Development of educational programs on mental health
Consultant Psychiatrist – Bellanima Medical Centre (2013 – 2017)
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Development of a private mental health clinic, now a leading center in Bucharest
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Team creation, recruitment, and organization of interventions
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Medical Director during the first year, leading clinician throughout the collaboration
Visiting Consultant – Institute of Legal Medicine, Bucharest (2008)
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Forensic psychiatric assessments and expert reports for the courts
Specialist Registrar in Forensic Psychiatry – Oxford Clinic Medium Secure Unit (2005 – 2006)
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Psychiatric assessments for courts and prisons
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Expert reports for the Crown Prosecution Service and Mental Health Review Tribunals
My therapeutic approach is integrative, combining scientific research, clinical expertise, and a deep respect for each patient’s individuality. I believe in the power of an integrated psychiatric and psychotherapeutic approach, tailored to each individual’s needs.
In my practice, I emphasize collaboration, education, and active patient involvement in the healing process. My goal is to help individuals restore balance and rediscover their inner resilience.
