Frequently Asked Questions

You can book your appointment directly on our website. Just choose the type of appointment needed and your preferred date and time. If you wish to book a face-to-face appointment or have any questions, please contact our office.

Most of our appointments are held remotely using the secure Semble platform. However, if you would prefer to see your doctor in person, we have offices at 10 Harley Street; Please see our clinic locations page for details of where clinics are held and directions.

Appointments are generally offered Monday through Saturday between 09:00 am and 08:00 pm, depending on the clinician and their availability. The practice can be contacted Monday through Friday from 09:00 am to 05:00 pm (excluding Bank Holidays). If you require urgent assistance outside our usual practice opening hours, please contact your GP surgery, the nearest A&E department, or your local Community Mental Health Team by searching online or by calling 111.

We aim to see all our patients as quickly as possible and do not run a waiting list. We are normally able to offer appointments within one to two weeks.  Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

Initial appointments are booked for 60 minutes. If you need any follow-up appointments, these can be booked for 30 minutes duration.

We offer an adult psychiatry service and regret that we are unable to accept patients under 18 years of age.

Some patients are referred to Private Psychiatry by their GP. However, this is not necessary and we also welcome patients who come direct to the practice. Your GP will only be contacted with your consent.

We understand that some of our patients may be anxious about consulting a psychiatrist, and some may have never consulted a psychiatrist before. All of us at Private Psychiatry are committed to making all our patients feel comfortable when visiting one of our clinics.
The initial assessment is always for one hour, and at this appointment, the clinician will ask you about your background, family circumstances, employment, physical and mental health record, and life in general, as well as discuss the issue you are concerned about. The clinician will provide a diagnosis and then discuss with you a course of treatment, if appropriate. This may take the form of medication and/or specific therapies such as talking therapies or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. If the clinician thinks you will benefit from further appointments, he/she will discuss this with you and at what intervals appointments would be most beneficial to you. It may also be appropriate to refer you to another mental health specialist who can provide further specialist support. The clinician will discuss this with you if it is felt this would be beneficial to your treatment. Each case is different.
All patients receive a Treatment Plan tailored to the diagnosed condition and to the individual, a prescription for any medication if required and a written report which serves as a record of the appointment. The report, with your agreement, can be sent to your GP. If you would prefer your GP not to be sent a copy of your report, please just let us know.
If you have any specific questions or concerns on visiting one of our clinics, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Yes. We want our patients to feel comfortable when they come to our clinics. If you would like to bring a spouse, partner, other relative or friend as moral support to your appointment, they are very welcome. It’s then up to the patient whether that person accompanies them to the consultation or waits with a coffee in the waiting room.

We understand that everyone’s needs are unique. If you’re unsure whether we can help, please don’t hesitate to contact us and share your concerns. Our team will be happy to listen and guide you on the best next steps.

Full details of our current fees can be found on our Fees page. We ask that all fees be paid in advance of the appointment.

Yes, our clinician can provide private prescriptions for medication to patients of the practice, if appropriate.

Psychiatrists are medical doctors who have qualified in psychiatry, the study of mental disorders and their diagnosis, management and prevention. As psychiatrists are qualified doctors, they are able to write prescriptions for medication.
Psychologists study the way the mind works, how people think, act, react, and interact. Psychologists are not typically medically qualified and are therefore unable to prescribe medications.
Should our psychiatrists feel that it would be appropriate for you to see a psychologist as part of your treatment, they will communicate this recommendation to you.