Who are we
MindBridge Medical was founded in 2025 by a consultant psychiatrist based in Dublin with a vision to provide timely, secure, and comprehensive telepsychiatric treatment rooted in the latest evidence-based practices. Our mission is to make expert psychiatric care accessible to adults across the Republic of Ireland—especially those living in rural areas or facing long waiting lists for specialist services.
We understand the challenges many patients face when seeking mental health support, including geographical barriers and delays due to overburdened healthcare systems. MindBridge Medical addresses these challenges by offering prompt access to specialized consultant psychiatrists via a secure online platform, eliminating wait times and travel burdens.
Our services include thorough psychiatric assessments, personalized treatment plans, ongoing medication management, and collaboration with your local healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care. All consultations are conducted by a consultant psychiatrist registered with the Irish Medical Council and recognized members of both the College of Psychiatrists of Ireland and the Royal College of Psychiatrists in the UK.
At MindBridge Medical, we are committed to delivering compassionate, confidential, and high-quality mental health care tailored to your individual needs—wherever you are in Ireland.
Dr. Shaeraine Raaj, Consultant Psychiatrist
Dr. Shaeraine Raaj is a consultant psychiatrist and founder of MindBridge Medical, with over 11 years of Irish clinical experience in the field of psychiatry. Based in Dublin, he is dedicated to providing expert and accessible mental healthcare across the Republic of Ireland. He is passionate about advancing telepsychiatry, promoting evidence-based assessments, and improving access to mental health care for underserved populations across Ireland. Dr. Raaj also maintains a strong commitment to medical education, multidisciplinary team collaboration, and ongoing innovation in clinical practice.
Professional Experience
Dr. Raaj has worked in several leading hospitals and specialized services, including:
Connolly Hospital (Blanchardstown)
Beaumont Hospital
The Ashlin Centre
Tallaght University Hospital (TUH)
Mater Misericordiae University Hospital (MMUH)
Cork University Hospital (CUH)
Phoenix Care Centre Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
St Ita’s Hospital, Portrane, Intellectual Disability Services
Cherry Orchard Hospital, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services,
Drogheda Department of Psychiatry (DDOP)
National Drug Treatment Centre (NDTC)
National Forensic Mental Health Services, Dundrum & Dochas Prison
He has provided care across inpatient, community, and day hospital settings, and served as a liaison psychiatrist and PICU psychiatrist. Dr. Raaj expertise is in general adult psychiatry, adult ADHD, neuropsychiatry, medication review and preparing medico legal reports.
Academic and Postgraduate Qualifications
Irish Medical Council (IMC) Registration: 409852 (Specialist Division)
College of Psychiatrist - College membership: 12099
Higher Training in Psychiatry (HST) , College of Psychiatrist of Ireland - 2023
Master’s in Healthcare Management from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI), with a dissertation focused on developing and introducing an adult ADHD clinic - 2022
Higher Diploma in Medical Education from National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG) - 2020
Membership of the College of Psychiatrists of Ireland (MCPsychI) - 2019
Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, London (MRCPsych) - 2019
Medical Degree (MD) - 2012
Research Leadership
Dr. Raaj is a published researcher and has served as first author on research focusing on adult ADHD in the Republic of Ireland. His pioneering work in this area has contributed valuable insights into diagnosis, management, and service development for adult ADHD. He continues to advance mental health care through research, publication, and innovation.
Dr. Raaj has contributed to international research with papers published in BJP International, focusing on perinatal mental health and the prevalence of mental health conditions in Malaysia. His research has explored the high rates of perinatal psychiatric disorders, identified key risk factors, and highlighted the importance of culturally sensitive mental health services for mothers and families.
A central theme of Dr. Raaj’s work has been the reduction of stigma associated with seeking mental health support in Malaysia. His papers emphasize increasing community awareness and improving accessibility to psychiatric care, particularly for vulnerable populations. Through collaborative research, Dr. Raaj has advocated for improved service delivery, early intervention strategies, and policy changes aimed at integrating mental health support into general healthcare frameworks.
Dr. Raaj’s scholarly contributions have helped shape understanding of mental health trends in Malaysia and guided efforts to create more inclusive, supportive environments for those affected by mental illness.
Professional Memberships
Dr. Raaj is fully registered with the Irish Medical Council. He is a member of both the College of Psychiatrists of Ireland and the Royal College of Psychiatrists (UK).
Dr. Raaj brings a compassionate and patient-centred approach to psychiatric care, offering comprehensive assessment, evidence-based treatment, and ongoing support via a secure online platform.
Teaching Experience
Dr. Shaeraine Raaj holds a formal academic qualification in medical education and has extensive teaching experience across multiple levels of medical training. He has delivered lectures to medical undergraduates at University College Dublin (UCD) and conducted small group teaching, tutoring, and large group lectures for medical students at UCD.
In addition, Dr. Raaj has provided teaching and training support through the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI). He has served as an examiner for medical students during their psychiatric semester rotation exams and is actively involved in tutoring and mentoring specialist doctors who are currently undertaking their psychiatry training and examinations.
Dr. Raaj is committed to fostering the next generation of medical professionals by combining his clinical expertise with effective educational methods
Kelly Howard, Medical Administrator
Kelly Howard, originally from the lovely Leitrim serves as Medical Administrator at Mindbridge Medical, leveraging her extensive psychiatric nursing background from University College Dublin (UCD) and the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) to enhance telepsychiatry services focused on adult ADHD assessments and treatments.
Professional Background
Kelly holds nursing qualifications from UCD and RCSI, complemented by specialized experience in Ireland's HSE system, including the Mental Health Intellectual Disability (MHID) service at St Ita's Hospital, the Department of Psychiatry at Connolly Hospital, and the Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at Phoenix Care Centre. She is also proactive in clinical and none clinical audits.
Key Expertise
Hands-on psychiatric nursing in acute, intensive care, MHID, and intellectual disability settings, underpinned by UCD and RCSI training for patient-centered mental health support.
Proficient in combining clinical knowledge with administrative skills for seamless operations and compassionate patient interactions.
Committed to attentive care from initial contact, aligning with Mindbridge's telepsychiatry mission.
Role at Mindbridge Medical
Kelly serves as the first point of contact for Mindbridge Medical, excelling in patient-facing communications with her outstanding interpersonal skills to guide individuals through telepsychiatry bookings with empathy and clarity. She handles scheduling, documentation, coordination between patients and Dr. Raaj, and answers inquiries or questions patients have about the service or assessment process and is in charge of clinical audits and management. Her proactive approach, clinical insight, active listening skills obtained as a nurse, and dedication to responsive support make her indispensable in delivering efficient, understanding care.
Navina Shaila, Addiction Counsellor
Navina Shaila brings specialised expertise in addiction counselling to MindBridge Medical, delivering evidence-based therapy for lasting recovery, especially for ADHD clients with co-occurring addiction behaviour.
Professional Background
She earned her undergraduate degree at SEGi College (affiliated with Upper Iowa University, USA) in Malaysia, followed by a Master’s in Addiction Studies from Dublin Business School (DBS) in 2021. Her dissertation examined the lived experiences of pregnant women on methadone maintenance treatment. Navina then completed a second Master’s in Addiction Counselling from Irish College of Humanities & Applied Sciences (ICHAS) in 2025, focusing her dissertation on family members supporting individuals with substance misuse.
Clinical Training
Navina's training encompassed over 120 hours of supervised placements at Cuan Dara inpatient addiction unit, Cherry Orchard Hospital (affiliated with the National Drug Treatment Centre). She further honed her skills at Focus Ireland, providing targeted interventions for clients navigating substance use and homelessness.
Key Expertise
MindBridge Medical offers adult ADHD assessments alongside psychiatric services, and Navina addresses the high ADHD-addictive behaviour (affecting 40-60% of adults with ADHD). Renowned for excellent communication and a patient-centred approach, she builds trust through empathetic, culturally sensitive engagement to promote holistic recovery.