Who are Psychiatrists?

They are doctors who are a highly trained group of people who have graduated with medical degrees, having often completed extra University training, who choose to specialise in how the mind and body interact. Additionally, consultant psychiatrists are members of the Royal College of Psychiatry.

Where is Mayfair Psychiatry based?

We're based in Central London and in Kent

What is a Psychiatric Disorder?

Also called mental illnesses, as defined by the World Health Organization as mental and behavioural disorders. They are recognized across all medical and psychiatric fields as they tend to present to clinicians similarly in all human beings across the world. 

What is private psychiatry?

This is a private and confidential service that works in considering your mind and body to provide healthy care, often involving psychiatric medication.

Are men and women's mental illness symptoms different?

Men and women experience illness in different ways, however many other factors need to be considered including the work you do, your family background, whether you have a personality that is calm or go-getting, if you use alcohol and drugs, and whether you have physical illnesses.

Is an appointment face to face better than Teleconference?

There really is not much difference. Face to face is good for people who like close proximity to their clinician, whereas Teleconference can be very good if travelling arrangements are onerous

Are medicines better to psychology?

There is a lot of research for medicines and also psychology. The evidence base for each disorder is important, as well as if the research has been published in reputable journals with high quality. Medicines are easy to take and are highly researched for effectiveness and safety, as well as being proven to treat mental illness.

What is the Mayfair Psychiatrists telephone number to book an appointment ?

Our number is 0207 467 8329

What are the costs for assessments?

Call us on 0207 467 8329 and we are happy to offer these details

Have I got anxiety?

Anxiety is a common mental disorder, and it is very treatable. Take our test as an indicator on this website, and speak to a doctor to see if you need help.

How important is it to have a psychiatry diagnosis?

It is important to have a diagnosis. This will allow you to have a treatment plan that is based on your clinical symptoms, and as treatments are based on University based knowledge it has a good chance that it will work.

Have I got a personality disorder?

Personality disorder is a mental disorder, which is difficult for a non-psychiatrist to diagnose. Why not give us a call if you have any concerns.

Is my spouse unwell? how can I have help?

Please ask if your spouse needs support and if he/ she is willing to have an assessment. If you have serious concerns, you can call us for advice.

Are psychiatrists different from psychologists?

Psychiatrists and psychologists are trained professionals who develop their careers to become experts of the mind.  Psychiatrists have attended medical school and have medical degrees, and they can make diagnoses, that allows them to prescribe psychiatric medicines. Often psychiatrists have psychological experience and have years of psychotherapy training.

How can you tell if a psychiatrist is accredited?

The psychiatrist needs to be on the specialist register to practice psychiatry.

What is neurodiversity and can it be treated?

Neurodiversity are illnesses present from birth and are disorders such as ADHD and autism. Medicines are the number 1 treatment for ADHD and medicines can help for autism.

What is OCD?

OCD is a distressing disorder made of repetitive worries or behaviours. It is a treatable disorder with medicine and psychology.

How do I get the best treatment for my disorder?

Research informs doctors to find the best treatments for their disorders. This published in journals that are read by doctors across the world.

How long does it take for medicines to work?

This is dependent on the diagnosis, but usually 1 to 2 months for people to have a positive response, after they have found the right dose.