Dr David Teo Choon Liang is a child, adolescent and general adult psychiatrist and Deputy Medical Director at Connections MindHealth in Singapore. He obtained his medical degree from the National University of Singapore, is a Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (UK), and a Fellow of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore (Psychiatry).
He chairs the Section of Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists at the College of Psychiatrists, Academy of Medicine Singapore, and previously served as a Senior Consultant Psychiatrist at Changi General Hospital. He also holds clinical academic appointments at the NUS Yong Loo Lin and Duke-NUS Medical Schools.
Clinical focus
Child & adolescent psychiatry.
Qualifications (as publicly listed)
MBBS (NUS), MRCPsych (UK), FAMS (Psychiatry).
Where they practise
- Clinic / practice: Connections MindHealth
- Hospital / training affiliation(s): Formerly Senior Consultant Psychiatrist, Changi General Hospital
Getting to the clinic
Dr David Teo Choon Liang practises with Connections MindHealth in Singapore. Most private psychiatry clinics in the city are within easy reach of the rail network; the clinic is served by nearby MRT and bus routes, with taxi and ride-hailing drop-off available at the building entrance. Because the exact best station depends on the clinic’s current address, it is worth confirming the location and the nearest MRT exit when you book, and asking whether parking is available on site or in a nearby paid carpark.
- By MRT: the clinic is reachable from the rail network; check the nearest station and exit when booking.
- By bus: several routes typically serve clinics of this kind; your preferred app will show the closest stop.
- By car or taxi: taxi and ride-hailing drop-off is available, and paid parking is usually nearby. Travelling as a family is often easiest by car.
What child and adolescent psychiatry covers
Dr Teo works across child, adolescent and general adult psychiatry, with a subspecialty focus on young people. Child and adolescent psychiatry addresses emotional, behavioural and developmental difficulties in children and teenagers, including ADHD, anxiety, low mood, behavioural concerns and the strain of school and family pressures. Because he also treats adults, care can extend across the family and into the transition years between adolescence and adulthood, when many mental health conditions first appear. The approach is developmentally informed and usually involves parents and, where helpful, the school. Treatment may combine psychological therapy, parent guidance, school liaison and, when appropriate, carefully monitored medication, with the aim of supporting a young person’s learning, relationships and overall development. Because Dr Teo also works in general adult psychiatry, this breadth can be helpful for families in which more than one member is affected, and for young people in the transition years between adolescence and adulthood, when conditions first recognised in the teens may need continued care into early adult life. Many emotional and behavioural difficulties in young people are shaped by what is happening at home and at school, so the work often looks beyond the individual to the wider environment, and small, practical changes in routine, expectations and support can make a meaningful difference alongside any formal treatment.
What to expect at a consultation
A first appointment for a young person usually involves both the child or teenager and a parent. The psychiatrist takes a developmental and family history alongside the current concerns and how they appear at home and at school. Time may be spent with the young person and the parents separately, respecting an older teenager’s privacy. School reports and any earlier assessments are often useful. For adults, the consultation focuses on current symptoms, history, medication and social circumstances. Physical causes are considered, and questionnaires may be used. The visit usually ends with a shared understanding of the difficulties and a plan that often combines support at home or work with clinical treatment.
Preparing for your appointment
- Photo identification, and the child’s identification for a young patient.
- Any GP, polyclinic or school referral letter or report.
- School reports, teacher feedback and previous assessments for children; previous records for adults.
- A list of current medications and supplements, with doses.
- A written note of the main concerns, when they began and how they affect daily life.
- Your questions, and the young person’s own view where they can share it.
After your consultation and follow-up
You will usually leave with a plan and a follow-up date. The plan may combine therapy, parent or school strategies and, where indicated, medication, which is reviewed closely for benefit and side effects in younger patients. Continuity is valuable, as children change as they grow and adults’ treatment often needs fine-tuning over the early weeks. Coordination with the school and the family GP supports consistency. A second opinion can be sought at any time. Seek urgent help through an emergency department if there are thoughts of self-harm, talk of suicide, or a sudden severe change in behaviour.
Booking, referrals and fees
As a private clinic, Connections MindHealth does not generally require a referral, though a letter from a GP, polyclinic or school can be useful and may be needed for subsidies at public services. Consultations are usually paid out of pocket. MediSave, MediShield Life and Integrated Shield Plans follow set rules and limits and may apply to certain treatments rather than routine outpatient consultations. Confirm current fees and claimability directly with the clinic.
Common questions
Does my teenager have to be present at the first visit?
Yes, in most cases, as direct assessment of the young person is important; time is often spent with the teenager and the parents both together and separately.
Can the same psychiatrist see both children and adults?
Dr Teo works across child, adolescent and general adult psychiatry, which can be helpful for families and for young people moving into adulthood.
Will my child need medication?
Not necessarily. Many concerns are managed with therapy and support; medication is recommended only when likely to help and is then monitored carefully.
Is information shared with the school?
Only with your consent. School input can be a useful part of the plan, since much of a child’s day is spent there.
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Sources & verification
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