Dr. Prance Paweenchana, or Doctor Mimi to her patients, is a psychiatrist with vast expertise in child and adolescent psychiatry. In her work, she has helped dozens of children in overcoming problems like trauma, addiction, and behavioral concerns.

Furthermore, Doctor Mimi is also a practitioner of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). It is notable that she received CBT certifications from Thammasat University and the renowned Beck Institute in the USA.

We found it interesting that Doctor Mimi has been featured in several publications and TV shows. She is an advocate for raising awareness of psychological and psychiatric problems in children, encouraging families to seek support.

Apart from being a clinician, we are impressed that she is a lecturer at the Thammasat University Hospital. She also does training for educational institutions, private agencies, and educational institutions.

Having gathered much experience from her work at Nakhon Ratchasima Rajanagarindra Psychiatric Hospital, she now practices at Manarom Hospital and Joy of Minds by Masterworks Clinic.

What we like best about Joy of Minds is its convenient location in the affluent Watthana district. Its facilities are modern and comfortable, although quite small.

Nonetheless, many patients we surveyed talked about feeling at ease during their sessions with Doctor Mimi. The small clinic space made the consultations feel more cozy and private.

Next on our list is Dr. Paul Thisayakorn, a psychologist with an impressive educational and training background. Moreover, he is a diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology with a subspecialty of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry.

At first, we were intrigued by Dr. Paul because of his notable online ratings and reviews, so we decided to check out his clinic to see why his patients are happy with his service.

First, we noted that many patients felt comfortable talking with Dr. Paul. We like his friendly manner in conversations as in consultations. 

Second, he is fluent in English since he studied and trained at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine and Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Many foreign patients felt at ease in their sessions with Dr. Paul since there was no language barrier.

Finally, we saw the positive results of therapy with Dr. Paul based on our patient surveys. We are glad that many of his patients report a positive change in their lives and mindset even during the treatment period.

Aside from being experienced in treating adults with insomnia, depression, anxiety, bipolar, and schizophrenic disorders, Dr. Paul is well-versed in treating patients with psychosomatic conditions.

On the downside, walk-ins are not accepted in his clinic. Calling a day in advance to check his availability is recommended, and he is known to be accommodating when emergency cases arise.

If you have insomnia and other sleep-related concerns, Dr. Puntharik Srisawad can help you! She first studied medicine at Chiang Mai University and later on studied and practiced psychiatry in Chulalongkorn Hospital.

We were impressed to see that Dr. Puntharik Srisawad studied Sleep Medicine in the US. Notably, she received her research fellowship and training certification at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Ohio.

Another great thing about Dr. Puntrharik Srisawad is her use of CBT as the primary tool in treating her psychiatric patients with sleep disorders before resorting to medications. We appreciate that she is adamant about searching for the root cause of each patient.

Moreover, she encourages patients to undergo behavioral modifications with CBT to help them attain good sleep hygiene.

We also like the ambiance in her clinic at the Mind & Mood clinic. The establishment is open, airy, and comfortable, and the addition of plants in the reception area made it more relaxing.

The kind and approachable staff are also a plus. We like that they are quick to help patients with concerns while in the clinic.

Furthermore, we like that this clinic emphasizes safety, comfort, and privacy. Through a pleasant environment, unlike hospital clinics, it aims to encourage people to seek help and feel less intimidated.

At the helm of Krisakorn Clinic is Dr. Krisakorn Sukwatwiboon, a well-experienced psychiatrist specializing in addiction medicine. Notably, he had his clinical and research training at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital at the University of Sydney, Australia.

Our first impression of Dr. Krisakorn is that he has a pleasant personality. True enough, he is easy to talk to, and we like that he strives to understand the perspectives of his patients.

Consultations with him feel like a fun chat instead of being a formal meeting. He is very knowledgeable about psychiatric medicines and does his best to explain the side effects of every drug needed.

Another thing we like about Dr. Krisakorn is that he sets clear goals when medicating his patients. Since the result is to stop taking the medications, he works with his patients diligently until the drugs are no longer needed.

Moreover, we like his well-designed, modern clinic that almost looks like a spa. With its wooden accents and ambient lighting, we felt more relaxed while waiting for the session.

Another great thing about Krisakorn Clinic is its reasonable fees. The costs of a session with Dr. Krisakorn are lower than hospital consultation fees, and that is a plus in our books!

Happy Home Clinic is the first of its kind in Bangkok specializing in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. It is operated by a team of specialists such as occupational therapists, psychiatrists, and clinical psychologists.

At a glance, we were struck by the vibrance and colors of the clinic. It looks more like a school than a medical facility, with a colorful reception area and cartoon-filled hallways.

Even the treatment rooms are fun, colorful, and even have themes in their designs. We appreciate the effort that Happy Home Clinic put into decorating the facility to make it child-friendly and lively.

Another great thing is that Happy Home Clinic is a one-stop-shop for children with needs since it offers consultations, therapies, and even IQ, Achievement, and Developmental tests.

Happy Home Clinic has been around since 2003, having been established by Dr. Thaweesak Sirirutraykha, an experienced psychiatrist with an impressive training background in all things related to child psychiatry. 

Aside from being experienced in consultations and therapy, Dr. Thaweesak Sirirutraykh received training in various courses such as Child Development, Drug Addiction, Talent Promotion, Care Strategy, Management of Children in Disaster Situations, and Art Therapy.

Furthermore, he also trained in treating Autism Spectrum Disorders in North Colorado, Psychotraumatology in Germany, and Intellectual Disabilities in Japan.

We also appreciate that Dr. Thaweesak Sirirutraykh knows how to approach children well. He is also patient in answering concerns from parents and educating them on how to help manage issues at home.

On the downside, queues can be long during weekends, and seats at the reception area run out. However, with the expertise of Dr. Thaweesak Sirirutraykh, the long lines are worth it, given that a high quality of treatment is ensured for each child.

Richard L. Fellner is a highly experienced psychotherapist, sex therapist, and couple therapist with nearly 25 years of experience.

One of the key advantages of working with Richard L. Fellner is his vast experience and expertise in psychotherapy, sex therapy, and couple therapy. His years of practice and international exposure have given him a unique perspective on the challenges faced by expats and international travelers.

Another advantage of working with Richard is his focus on the active participation of his clients in their own therapy. He believes that the best improvements are seen when the client comes to the decision to start psychotherapy on their own and actively participates in the sessions.

This approach can help clients take ownership of their therapy and feel empowered to make positive changes in their lives.

A potential downside is that Richard’s services may be more expensive than other local therapists, particularly for those who are living in South East Asia on a tight budget. However, it is worth noting that Richard’s fees may be more affordable for some clients who are traveling from Europe, America, or Australia.

Do take note that, appointments have to be made in advance by email or phone. Walk-ins are strictly prohibited.