I am a Psychiatrist with 23 years of experience as a Consultant in the NHS and Independent Sectors seeking to help those with issues with their Mental Health, and well-being.
I trust that the process of engaging in psychiatric care together, and the development of insightful treatment strategies; can enhance your Quality of Life (QoL) and help you reach the objectives you seek.
Psychiatry offers a comprehensive approach to mental health treatment, starting with an accurate diagnosis. This then informs Evidenced-Based Management including lifestyle change; talking therapies such as Psychology led Cognitive Therapy; CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy), and medication management. By combining these approaches, we seek to support you on a journey to greater health and wellbeing.
Rather than simply treating the symptoms of a mental health condition, Psychiatrists take into account the individual’s experiences and circumstances. These also include physical health concerns, social factors, and environmental stressors. This allows for a more thorough understanding of the root causes of the condition and helps in developing an effective treatment plan.
Psychiatry also considers the impact of mental health conditions on the individual’s social, psychological and occupational functioning and the individual’s primary relationships. It helps to improve their overall wellbeing, and Quality of Life.
I offer personalised services and flexibility to choose in-person or remote sessions via video call software. There are some advantages to an initial consultation being in-person; though geography or circumstance mean that video-calls are an increasingly popular format.
I will work closely with you to determine the best options for achieving your desired outcomes based on your personal and work commitments, travel restrictions, and preferences.
If you or a loved one are struggling with a specific mental health condition, or simply seeking support to improve your overall mental well-being, I am here to help.
I take a compassionate and evidence-based approach to Psychiatric care and work closely with the individual, to develop a personalised management plan. This will take into account your preferences and circumstances. If you do seek help, please get in touch below.
Please complete the contact form opposite. It’s very useful to have an email address; as this is the most effective means of communicating appointments and sending documentation to you.
Often at an initial appointment, we discuss a diagnosis and a treatment plan. We also discuss the most suitable form of follow-up; if appropriate.
Occasionally, if I am unable to be of further assistance to you, I arrange correspondence to be completed and either refer on to Medical or Psychology Colleague or work together to find appropriate clinical resources.
I am unable to provide an Emergency Psychiatric Service as a Consultant Psychiatrist; but would refer on to Crisis teams in the NHS or discuss the benefits of psychiatric admission in the Independent (Private) sector. Such admissions are very costly, without the support of medical insurance.