Dr Arun Pillai

Dr. Arun Pillai is an Australian-trained psychiatrist specialising in the mental health and well-being of children, adolescents, and adults. With extensive experience across both private and public health sectors, Dr. Pillai serves as the Medical Director of Campus-based Child and Youth Mental Health Services (CYMHS) at Queensland Children's Hospital and the Queensland Adolescent Extended Treatment Centre – Jacaranda Place.

At Dr. Pillai's practice, we emphasise thorough assessments and individualised treatment plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each consumer. Our commitment to excellence and collaborative care ensures a safe, supportive environment for all individuals under our service.

Dr. Pillai's clinical expertise encompasses early intervention in mental health and developmental disorders, with a strong focus on personal recovery. His areas of interest include anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), mood disorders, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and other developmental challenges.

Dr. Pillai consults privately at Think Health Specialists, Newstead, Queensland 4006. For appointments and additional information, please follow the link below.

Recovery is often seen as the endpoint of a process—returning to health after illness. However, in mental health, recovery isn't simply about the absence of symptoms; it's a deeply personal and transformative journey. The CHIME framework, developed to guide recovery-oriented mental health practices, offers a powerful lens through which we can explore this process.

CHIME stands for Connectedness, Hope, Identity, Meaning, and Empowerment—five key pillars that underpin personal recovery. These elements shape the experience and enable individuals to reclaim their lives beyond the boundaries of their diagnosis.

No matter where you are on your recovery journey, remember that it is uniquely yours. With each step forward, you embrace a future defined not by illness but by possibility. 

My practice prioritises this holistic approach to recovery, integrating symptom improvement with a focus on personal recovery, ensuring a comprehensive, person-centred care experience.