Our Leadership
Send an email to: aapapsychiatrists@gmail.com

Director and Financial Officer
Dr Ameze Agbonzikilo
She is a dedicated consultant psychiatrist practising in Gungahlin, ACT. With extensive experience across hospitals, community health centres, and private practice, Dr Agbonzikilo expertly diagnoses and manages a range of psychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and personality disorders.
Her philosophy centres on delivering compassionate, evidence-based care, tailored to each patient’s unique needs. Renowned for her empathetic and collaborative approach, Dr Agbonzikilo empowers patients to actively participate in their recovery actively, fostering a therapeutic relationship built on respect and open communication.
She stays at the forefront of psychiatric research, ensuring her patients benefit from the latest and most effective treatments. Dr Agbonzikilo’s combination of expertise, dedication, and genuine concern for her patients’ well-being makes her a highly trusted figure in the field of mental health

Director and General Secretary
Dr Emmanuel Alfa
Consultant Psychiatrist | Legal Scholar | Strategic Thinker
Dr Emmanuel Alfa is a highly accomplished Consultant Psychiatrist and Staff Specialist in private practice. With 13 years of clinical experience, he is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP). He holds a Certificate of Advanced Training in Addiction Psychiatry.
His practice is marked by clarity, compassion, and clinical excellence across diverse and complex presentations, complementing his medical expertise. Dr Emmanuel is currently completing a Juris Doctor at Griffith University, with a strong academic record that includes Distinctions in key areas such as Corporations and Associations, Torts, and Constitutional Law, as well as a High Distinction in Investor-State Arbitration. His legal training strengthens his ability to navigate regulatory, ethical, and policy dimensions of healthcare and beyond.
Dr Emmanuel brings a rare integration of medical insight, legal reasoning, and principled leadership to every sphere he engages in. He is passionate about excellence, lifelong learning, and using his expertise to influence systems, support ethical governance, and contribute meaningfully to society.

Director and Chairperson
Associate Professor Wole Akosile
Associate Professor Wole Akosile is an addiction psychiatrist and addiction medicine specialist who resides in Queensland, Australia. He is an adjunct Associate Professor at the National Centre for Youth Substance Use Research, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Science at the University of Queensland, Director of New Farm Clinic Addiction, and Director of New Farm Clinic TMS program. He is a member of the Queensland Board of the Medical Board of Australia and the Oceania Representative of the International Society of Addiction Medicine.
His research interest is substance-enhanced psychotherapy; he has over 45 published research articles in major journals. He is an academic and community leader with a strong track record of advocating for and supporting culturally and linguistically diverse communities in Queensland. He has initiated and led community-based programs focusing on mentoring, cultural connection, and language preservation. A/Prof Akosile's ongoing commitment to advancing addiction psychiatry through innovative research and leadership positions underscores his impact on both academia and clinical practice.
Beyond his clinical expertise, he is an award-winning author, with his debut novel "The Gods of Women Have Gone Mad" blending dystopian elements with a coming-of-age narrative and romance, exploring the perils of Female genital Mutilation. His second novel, "Real Men Don’t Do Therapy," explores complex family dynamics, the legacy of historical abuse on men, and the challenges faced by migrants in Australia seeking therapy. His writings are compelling and thought-provoking, offering unique insights into human experiences and mental health journeys.
