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I'm Dr Shiromi, a GP who cares about your mental health; a GP who wants to see you succeed and get better.
WHAT'S OUR MISSION
Start Taking Control and Feel Better Now: Practical Support Before Therapy
If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve felt it - the weight of anxious thoughts, low moods, or that constant worry you’re just not doing enough. Maybe you’ve been putting off getting help because it feels like too much: the stigma, the cost, or just the overwhelm of where to even start. You’re not alone, and we get it. It’s hard.
At The Cloud GP, we believe no one should have to wait until things hit rock bottom to start feeling better. That’s why we created First Steps to Overcoming Depression and Anxiety - to give you practical tools you can use right now. No waiting lists, no endless Googling, just clear, actionable strategies to help you quiet the self-doubt, manage the overwhelm, and start to feel like yourself again.
We know life doesn’t pause when you’re struggling. You’ve got work to show up for, relationships to nurture, and maybe little ones who rely on you for school drop-offs, bedtime stories, and everything in between. This program is here to help you find your footing, so you can show up as the best version of yourself - not just for them, but for you. Because at the end of the day, you deserve to feel good. You deserve to thrive. Let us help you take that first step. Let’s get started!
HOWÂ IT ALL STARTED...
So why did I step out of the comfort of my GP office?
Hi, I’m Dr. Shiromi. For over 15 years, I’ve been a medical doctor passionate about mental health. In that time, I’ve witnessed the incredible courage it takes to face depression or anxiety while trying to keep everything afloat - work, family, relationships, life.
But I’ve also seen the gaps. I’ve met countless patients feeling overwhelmed, uncertain about where to start, or caught in the long waits and barriers of the system. I’ve heard the same questions over and over: “Is what I’m feeling really bad enough to need professional help?” “How am I going to afford regular therapy sessions?” “I have too much on my plate, where am I going to find the time?” These fears stop so many from taking action when they need it most.
That’s why I created The Cloud GP and First Steps to Overcoming Depression and Anxiety – an online self-directed program designed to bridge the gap for those who aren’t ready for therapy but need support now. This program gives you practical tools to take small, manageable steps that fit into your life, whether you’re balancing a demanding job, caring for little ones, or just trying to keep your head above water.
Throughout my medical degree at Monash University, residency at Alfred Health, and my Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, I’ve witnessed how practical, early interventions can create real and lasting change. By focusing on small, achievable steps, I’ve seen patients regain hope and take back control of their lives - and now, I’m here to help you do the same.
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▶︎ Shiromi was inspired to do medicine by her father, a hard-working GP himself… and Healthy Harold the Giraffe, if you’re a 90s kid from regional Australia you know.
▶︎ Shiromi grew up in rural NSW, Mungindi - days spent at the local pool with friends, fishing for Barra and babysitting a lamb from a cattle station she affectionately named Brownie.
▶︎ Every month Shiromi catches up with her amazing Mothers Group friends to check a new and exciting Melbourne restaurant and enjoy cheeky wine. She loves their company!
▶︎ Shiromi is of Sri Lankan heritage and can make a delicious biriyani. Apart from cooking, other hobbies include vegepod gardening and listening to true crime podcasts.
▶︎ You can find her on the weekends at her local parklands, a Farmer's Market or enjoying brunch with hubby, son & Labrador fur child, Snickers.
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Mental Health Action Toolkit
You have taken a brave and courageous step to sort out a Mental Health Care Plan with your GP. Now, it's time to prepare for your psychology appointment and take the necessary action steps to keep up that momentum.
