Appointments Within Days
Assessment appointments are usually available within days rather than months.
Private Mental Health Assessments
Consultant psychiatrist-led assessments for adults, online or in clinic, from £495
If you are struggling with how you think or feel, a private mental health assessment with a consultant psychiatrist can help you understand what is happening and what will help. At Private Medical Clinic, our assessments are led by Dr Rano Bhadoria, Consultant Psychiatrist, and take around 90 minutes, by video or in clinic, usually within a few days and with no GP referral. Where appropriate, we provide a diagnosis, a clear plan, prescribing and ongoing support. Call our team to arrange your assessment.
- Ten clinics across the UK
- Same-day at many locations
- In clinic, by phone or video
- GMC- registered GP Appointment
- CQC registered
- Transparent pricing from £495
Speak to a consultant psychiatrist quickly, without a long wait
You can arrange a private mental health assessment with a consultant psychiatrist without a GP referral and without a long wait. We offer same-day and next-day appointments, by video or in clinic. Consultations are confidential and unhurried, so you have time to talk through what is happening and agree on a plan. No referral needed, same-day and next-day appointments, video or in-clinic, confidential and unhurried. Call our team to arrange a consultation.
Why choose our private mental health service
- Every assessment with an experienced consultant psychiatrist
- A complete assessment for £495, around 90 minutes, video or in clinic
- Confidential, same-day and next-day appointments, no referral
- Prescribing, medication management and ongoing support
- Psychological therapy where appropriate, including CBT and EMDR
- Honest about scope, with clear routes to urgent care when needed
- CQC registered clinics across the UK, with continuity of care
SAME DAY PRIVATE MENTAL HEALTH ASSESSMENT
Evening and Weekend Appointments
Clinics are open Monday to Friday 8am to 7pm, and Saturday mornings.
Video Appointments Nationwide
Assessments can be conducted via video, which many people find easier for a first conversation about mental health.
How to book your A PRIVATE MENTAL HEALTH ASSESSMENT
Step 1
Book Your Assessment
Self refer online or by phone, in person or by video, no GP referral needed.
Step 2
Full Clinical Assessment
A consultant psychiatrist takes a detailed history of your symptoms, your background and how it is affecting your life.
Step 3
Diagnosis and Explanation
You get an honest explanation of the findings, and a diagnosis where one genuinely applies.
Step 4
Treatment Plan and Follow Up
A written plan, medication where clinically appropriate, and a follow-up appointment to review it.
Why choose Private Medical Clinic for PRIVATE MENTAL HEALTH
- CQC registered provider, with documented clinical governance.
- Consultant psychiatrists, including specialists in adult and old age psychiatry.
- One consistent national specialist team across all ten clinics, so the standard does not change with location.
- No waiting list for the initial assessment.
- Written reports suitable for sharing with your NHS GP, employer or university where you choose to.
- Medication reviewed properly over time, not prescribed and forgotten.
- Physical health considered too, with blood tests available in house where relevant.
- Referral onward to specialist services where needed.
- Confidential, and covered by UK data protection law.
Meet Dr Rano Bhadoria, Consultant Psychiatrist
Your assessment is led by Dr Rano Bhadoria, Consultant Psychiatrist and Fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatrists. A General Adult and Liaison Psychiatrist, she has been an NHS consultant since 2010 and trained in therapies including EMDR and Cognitive Analytic Therapy. You are assessed by an experienced specialist, not a generalist.
Consultant Adult Psychiatrist
An experienced Private GP and medical director of Private Medical Clinic.
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Mental Health Services Across The UK
We offer mental health assessments at our clinics across the UK and by video. Choose your nearest location.
- Private Mental Health Assessment in Birmingham
- Private Mental Health Assessment in Sutton Coldfield
- Private Mental Health Assessment in London
- Private Mental Health Assessment in Newcastle
- Private Mental Health Assessment in Leicester
- Private Mental Health Assessment in Bournemouth
- Private Mental Health Assessment in Oxford
- Private Mental Health Assessment in Derby
- Private Mental Health Assessment in Manchester
- Private Mental Health Assessment in Cambridge
Our Membership Plans
Individual Plan
£79/mth
Affordable healthcare for individuals
- Full plan for 1 person
- 10 free yearly consultations
- Complete health screen annually
- 50% off on our Super Screen (our comprehensive 50+ marker blood test)
- Priority access to appointments
- Free prescriptions & letters/referrals
- Exclusive, direct access to a clinician
Couples plan
Popular£149/mth
Full benefits for two people
- Includes single plan benefits
- Covers 2 people
- 10 free yearly consultations for you and your partner
- 2 x Super Screen Health Check P.A.
Family plan
£199/mth
Cover the whole family for one fixed price
- Includes all single plan benefits
- Up to 2 adults and 2 children
- £25 per additional child
- 10 free yearly consultations for all members
- 4 x Super Screen Health Check P.A.
What a private psychiatric assessment includes
- A comprehensive assessment with a consultant psychiatrist, around 90 minutes
- A diagnosis, where appropriate, explained clearly
- Prescribing and medication management
- Psychological therapy where appropriate, such as CBT or EMDR
- Follow-up and ongoing support
- A written summary for your GP, with your consent
What is a mental health assessment?
A mental health assessment is a confidential conversation with a specialist about how you are thinking and feeling. It covers your current symptoms, your history and your circumstances, so the psychiatrist can understand what is happening. Where appropriate, they provide a diagnosis and a clear explanation, and set out treatment options and next steps.
Private Mental Health Assessment VS NHS Mental Health Services
| Private Mental Health Assessment | NHS Mental Health Services | |
|---|---|---|
| Access | Self refer, book directly | GP referral, then triage |
| Waiting time | Usually within days | Often many months, longer for ADHD and autism |
| Assessed by | Consultant psychiatrist | Varies by service and pathway |
| Appointment length | No strict time limit | Typically limited |
| Choice of clinician | You can request the same clinician for follow ups | Allocated by the service |
| Written report | Provided to you | Provided to your GP |
| Medication | Prescribed and reviewed privately, where clinically appropriate | Prescribed within the NHS pathway |
| Crisis care | Not provided. This is a booked assessment service. | Crisis teams, 111 and A and E |
| Cost | See the section below | Free at point of use |
Using a private service does not affect your NHS registration, and findings can be shared with your NHS GP with your consent.
Mental health assessment FAQs
If difficult feelings, such as low mood, anxiety, stress, or sleep problems, are affecting your daily life, relationships, or work, or you have noticed changes in your thinking or behaviour, an assessment can help. You do not need to be in crisis to seek support. If you are unsure, an initial
Consultation will help you understand what would help.Going private gives you a faster appointment, an unhurried 90-minute consultation, and continuity with your consultant, which many people value when NHS waiting times are long. If you are in crisis or acutely unwell, the NHS and emergency services are the right route. A private assessment suits adults who want prompt, specialist input and a clear plan.
Yes. We offer confidential video consultations and in-clinic appointments, and you can often be seen the same day. A video assessment suits many adults, and your consultant will tell you if any part of your care is better done in person. Call our team to arrange the option that suits you.
Yes, if you would like them to. Many people find it helpful to bring a partner, relative or friend for support, or to help describe what has been happening. Your appointment is confidential and led by you, so it is always your choice who attends, in person or online.
No. Our private mental health service does not require a GP referral, and we welcome self-referrals. You can arrange an assessment directly by calling our team. With your consent, we can share a written summary with your NHS GP afterwards to keep your care joined up.
A complete assessment with a consultant psychiatrist is £495 and takes around 90 minutes, by video or in clinic. This includes the assessment, a diagnosis where appropriate, and a personalised plan. Prescribing, therapy and follow-up are available, and any follow-up fees are explained clearly before you book.
Yes, where it is clinically appropriate. Our consultant psychiatrist can start and manage medication as part of a wider plan, with ongoing monitoring, and can share this with your GP. Medication is only ever one option, discussed with you alongside therapy and other support.
Your consultant explains the findings and, where appropriate, a diagnosis, then agrees on a personalised plan with you. That might be medication, therapy such as CBT or EMDR, or follow-up support. You receive a written summary, which we can share with your GP with your consent, and ongoing care where you need it.
Speak to a consultant psychiatrist
Call our team to arrange a confidential mental health assessment with a consultant psychiatrist, by video or at a clinic near you. Whether you are seeking an assessment, a diagnosis, prescribing or ongoing support, we are here to help you take the next step.