Meet Our Consultants
Drs Michaela and Sunil Routhu have combined experience in psychiatry of 40 years across UK and Canada.
Dr Michaela's practice is built on a deeply holistic philosophy: she looks beyond isolated symptoms to understand the whole person—integrating their biology, lifestyle, relationships and environment to restore long-term balance.
A Mind-Body Medical Expert: Holding a PhD in liaison psychiatry, she combines an understanding of mental health with a deep focus on physical well-being.
Specialist in Modern Burnout & Stress: With a Master’s degree in organisational consultancy from London's prestigious Tavistock Institute, she is uniquely trained to look at the invisible psychological weights we carry. She understands exactly how the relentless pressures of work culture and systemic career stress erode emotional peace, helping professionals rebuild resilience from the ground up.
NHS Medical Lead: Dr Michaela works as an NHS Medical Lead and in her role ensures her colleagues deliver high standard of care. She is spearheading excellence by staying up to date with NICE and Maudsley guidelines and attendance at prestigious international conferences.
Dr Sunil is an exceptional consultant psychiatrist known for his meticulous approach. His practice balances precise medical care with a gentle, patient-centred philosophy, helping individuals understand their unique brain chemistry and reclaim their emotional well-being.
Expert in Neurodiversity & Autism: Dr Sunil brings specialist expertise to the clinical assessment and understanding of Adult Autism. Formally trained in gold-standard diagnostic frameworks (including ADOS and ADI-R), he provides clarity and tailored support for adults discovering their neurodivergent traits later in life.
Specialist in Mood & Sleep Disorders: Dr Sunil offers expert clinical care for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and disruptions to their sleep patterns.
Deeply Rooted in the Local Community: Dr Sunil currently brings his extensive clinical expertise to patients across the Dorset region, ensuring his private care seamlessly aligns with local healthcare pathways.