Adult Private Psychiatry in UK

How Does It Work?

Private psychiatry starts with our highly-qualified and professional psychiatrists undertaking an initial consultation where assessments will be carried out looking at both your physical and mental health. Typical questions that you may be asked include; general questions about your life and questions directly related to the reason you booked an appointment.

 

After conducting the initial assessments, our psychiatrist(s) can then proceed to diagnose any particular conditions which is often the first step on the road to recovery. Once the diagnosis has been met, the psychiatrist can then proceed to treat mental and emotional disorders through the use of talking therapies, such as CBT and counseling, medications, or a combination of the two.

Your Mental Health, Our Priority

The Therapy Company provide private psychiatry in Preston and via highly-secure online appointments. Psychiatry is the medical specialty devoted to the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of mental disorders in UK. These include various maladaptations related to mood, behaviour, cognition, and perceptions. We have a dedicated team of highly qualified and experienced private adult psychiatrists that you can view on our Meet the Team page.

 

If you’re looking to find out more about private adult psychiatry in Preston or would like to have a chat with us over the phone before booking a session, please call us directly at 01772 440321 or use our online contact form and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

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Psychiatry Appointments

Within a typical psychiatry appointment, you can expect to feel comfortable in a relaxed environment at our Preston location. Our psychiatrists will ensure you feel at ease before starting the initial consultation and assessments in UK.

 

You are likely to be asked open-ended questions that may make you feel nervous, especially if you’re unsure where to start. But don’t worry, there are no right or wrong answers, and you can expect your psychiatrist to guide you through the appointment. Your psychiatrist will start putting a plan together for you regarding your potential medication options, levels of care needed, appropriate treatment programs, and more.

Private psychiatry consultation in a calm clinic setting
Person sitting in a therapy session, listening thoughtfully during a conversation with a clinician

How Can Psychiatry Help?

Psychiatrists can help to diagnose and treat a number of different mental health conditions including anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorders, addictions, depression, phobias, and many more. Through ongoing treatments and medications arranged by your psychiatrist, you can expect to benefit from living out a better and healthier version of yourself. Sometimes, psychiatry is the very start of your mental health journey and can help you to finally feel at ease, getting your conditions diagnosed once and for all so that you can proceed with getting better.

Conditions We Treat

  • Depression
  • Anxiety disorders
  • Personality disorders
  • Adult ADHD
  • ADHD in children
  • Psychosis
  • Bipolar affective disorders
  • Phobias
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Eating disorders
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
  • Mental health in pregnancy
  • Addictions
  • Social anxiety
  • Children and young person’s mental health disorders
  • Older adults mental health disorders
  • Dementia and memory disorders
  • Child ASD Diagnosis
Client Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

I would like to thank the secretaries Sheila and Chris for providing a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Also, in my opinion, Dr PT Saleem is the best psychiatrist. I have ever had the pleasure to meet.

- Mariama Camara

I have suffered with PTSD flashbacks anxiety and panic attacks since a horrific road traffic accident 3 yrs ago. My life is now on the up thanks to Debbie’s help guidance and EMDR. I can’t thank this place enough for her care compassion and understanding

- Claire Lawrence-Gray

I would like to take this opportunity to say a big thank you to everyone at the therapy co. For the past couple of months I’ve been looked after by Kate. She has been professional, welcoming, calming and extremely helpful. I feel I’ve come a long way in a short time. Also the receptionist have been very helpful and I would high recommended this practice to anyone

- Tony Currie

I am very happy and thankful for Dr Ahmed for seeing my daughter and making her feel so comfortable when talking about difficulties she is experiencing. He was really professional and knowledgeable about childhood neurological disorders and he was personally very likeable. I would definitely recommend seeing Dr Ahmed and I will go back in the future if we need to!

- Donna Cosgrove

I have had only positive experiences with The Therapy Company. The staff are exceptional at what they do, incredibly caring and personable with a wealth of knowledge and skills to help individuals dealing with emotional/mental difficulties or difficult times. They respond quickly, and ensure you are seen to as soon as possible. I regularly recommend them to people seeking support and would contact them in the first instance should I ever need support in the future.

- Emma Clancy

Excellent therapist and therapy sessions. I found the flexible times for appointments and via phone or video very helpful. Was able to work through what I needed in a reasonable time with a caring therapist. Thank you!

- Kristina Babbitt

Nicole gave me the confidence to get back on the motorway and enjoy driving again.

- Lillie-mae Martin

The Therapy Company are an efficient, client centred company who have been so helpful to our family in terms of therapy provision. The staff are friendly and approachable and they offer a range of services in a very timely manner.

- Helen Evans

My son met with Dr Ram, and I couldn’t be more grateful for her down to earth approach. She was incredibly empathetic and caring. At our initial meeting she put my son at ease immediately and really took the stress out of a very stressful situation. Her warm approach and great sense of humour makes a significant difference in our experience. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking compassionate and knowledgeable psychiatric care.

- Patient mother

Wonderful and caring!

- Avril Willis

The Therapy Company

Choose The Therapy Company - Expert Adult Private Psychiatry in the UK

The Therapy Company provide reliable adult private psychiatry across the UK. We have an experienced psychiatrist team that offers expert guidance in a supportive and confidential setting. They will ensure comfort and help you and your loved ones improve mental health. With excellence in adult psychiatry and short waiting times, we gained a good name. The Therapy Company is committed to helping you and your loved ones improve mental health with comfort and privacy.

 

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FAQ's

Frequently Asked question

Below are a selection of our most frequently asked questions. We hope that you get your questions answered below, but if not, please do reach out to us and we’ll be more than happy to help. Alternatively, if you’re ready to book your initial consultation with our team, please call us on 01772 440321.

What is adult private psychiatry?

Adult private psychiatry is specialist medical care for adults experiencing mental health difficulties. A psychiatrist is a medical doctor trained to assess mental health symptoms, make diagnoses, consider treatment options, and support longer-term care where needed. Private psychiatry can help people access assessment and treatment outside standard NHS waiting times.

A psychiatrist may be appropriate when someone needs a medical assessment of their mental health, a formal diagnosis, advice on medication, or support with more complex or persistent symptoms. Counselling and therapy can be very helpful, but psychiatry is often the right route when a person needs diagnostic clarity, medication review, or specialist clinical oversight.

A psychiatrist can help assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, psychosis, addictions, phobias, personality disorders, and other mental health concerns. The most appropriate treatment plan will depend on the individual’s symptoms, history, and needs.

Yes, a private psychiatrist can consider whether medication is appropriate as part of a wider treatment plan. Depending on the individual situation, treatment may involve medication, talking therapies such as CBT or counselling, or a combination of approaches. Any recommendations are based on clinical assessment and discussion with the patient.

An adult psychiatry appointment is designed to understand what a person is experiencing, explore possible causes, and identify the most appropriate next steps. This may include assessment of mental and physical health, discussion of symptoms and background, consideration of diagnosis, and a plan for treatment, support, or further review.

Yes, private psychiatry can be helpful for people who have been living with ongoing mental health difficulties and want a clearer understanding of what may be going on. For some people, an assessment provides a formal diagnosis or a clearer treatment pathway, which can be an important first step in moving forward.

The Therapy Company provides adult private psychiatry from its Preston location and also offers secure online appointments. This gives adults the option of accessing psychiatric support in person or remotely, depending on their circumstances and preferences.

People may choose private adult psychiatry because they want timely access to a specialist assessment, a confidential setting, and a treatment plan tailored to their needs. For some, it is a way to gain clearer answers about their mental health and explore support options with an experienced psychiatrist.

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