Private Mental Health Clinic.
A Comprehensive Private Psychiatric Assessment - without NHS Delays
Delivered by a UK-based Consultant Psychiatrist who takes time to understand your situation, not just your symptoms.
- No GP referral required
- Appointments usually available within days
- Full psychiatric assessment with written recommendations
Psychiatric Care Tailored to
Your Mental Health Needs
This Psychiatric assessment focuses on understanding Your history, circumstances, and current concerns.
Recommendations are made with your individual needs in mind, rather than following a generic treatment approach.
What You Can Expect From Your Psychiatric Assessment
Below is a practical overview of how the assessment is structured and what is included in your appointment.
- • A full 60-minute psychiatric assessment focused on understanding your symptoms, history, and current difficulties in detail.
- • Evidence-based treatment recommendations tailored to your circumstances, goals, and clinical needs
- • Assessment conducted by a Consultant Psychiatrist with over 15 years’ clinical experience
- • Your assessment can be completed online allowing you to attend from a private setting without travel or waiting rooms.
Following the assessment, you will receive clear feedback, an explanation of any diagnoses discussed, and appropriate recommendations for next steps.
Mental health care works best when assessment and recommendations are tailored to the individual.
Meet Dr Musa Sami
Your Consultant Psychiatrist
Your psychiatric assessment is conducted personally by Dr Musa Sami, a UK-based Consultant Psychiatrist with extensive experience in private and NHS mental health care.
- ✓ Consultant Psychiatrist with 15+ years’ clinical experience in NHS and private settings
- ✓ GMC registered and a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (RCPsych)
- ✓ Experienced in assessing anxiety, depression, Trauma & PTSD, and complex mental health difficulties
- ✓ Provides careful, evidence-based assessments with clear explanations and written recommendations
- ✓ Takes time to understand each individual’s situation before making clinical recommendations
Complete Psychiatry Services
Conditions Assessed as Part of a
Psychiatric Evaluation
Dr Musa Sami provides private psychiatric assessments for a range of common and complex mental health difficulties. Below are examples of conditions frequently assessed as part of a comprehensive evaluation.
Anxiety Disorders
Depressive Disorders
Trauma-Related Disorders and PTSD
Stress-Related Difficulties
Bipolar and Mood Disorders
Substance Use and Dependence
Practical Advantages of a Private Psychiatric Assessment
- ✓ No extended NHS waiting times - with appointments typically available sooner
- ✓ A full 60-minute psychiatric assessment - allowing sufficient time for careful evaluation
- ✓ Evidence-based recommendations - informed by your individual circumstances
- ✓ Assessment conducted by a Consultant Psychiatrist - with over 15 years’ clinical experience
Satisfied patients
Comprehensive Mental Health Assessment
Assessment and Ongoing
Psychiatric Care Options
The options below outline available psychiatric assessments and follow-up appointments. Care is always guided by clinical need and discussed following an initial assessment.
Initial Assessment
£449
- 60 minute full tele-psychiatric assessment
- Diagnostic clarification and feedback
- Discussion of treatment options (if appropriate)
- Online consultation
Follow-up Review
£249
For Existing Patients
- 30-minute follow-up review
- Review of symptoms and response
- Progress discussion and next steps
- Online consultation
Extended Assessment and Follow-up
£999
- Initial full online assessment (60 minutes)
- 3 follow-up reviews (30 minutes each)
- Ongoing care coordination
- Priority Scheduling
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to see a private psychiatrist, or can I use the NHS?
You can use the NHS for mental health care, and for many people this remains appropriate. However, NHS psychiatric assessments often involve long waiting times and limited appointment duration.
Seeing a private psychiatrist allows you to access a full assessment more quickly, with sufficient time to explore your difficulties in detail and discuss appropriate next steps without delay.
What happens during a private psychiatric assessment?
A private psychiatric assessment involves a detailed discussion of your current concerns, relevant personal history, mental health symptoms, and any previous treatments.
The assessment is conducted by a Consultant Psychiatrist and typically lasts around 60 minutes, allowing time for careful evaluation, questions, and discussion. Following the appointment, you receive clear feedback and written recommendations outlining appropriate next steps.
How soon can I book my first appointment?
Appointments are usually available sooner than NHS services, often within days or weeks rather than months.
Availability varies depending on demand, but private assessments are designed to reduce unnecessary waiting and provide timely access to specialist care.
Are appointments available online or in my area?
Appointments are available online, allowing you to attend from a private and convenient setting without the need to travel or sit in waiting rooms.
Online assessments are conducted securely and are suitable for most psychiatric evaluations.
How do I choose a private psychiatrist in the UK?
When choosing a private psychiatrist, it’s important to look for a doctor who is GMC-registered, holds consultant-level qualifications, and has experience in assessing and managing a wide range of mental health conditions.
You may also wish to consider appointment length, clarity of recommendations, and whether assessments are conducted personally by the consultant psychiatrist rather than delegated.Note: Urgent same-day appointments are not available.
Do I need a GP referral to see a private psychiatrist?
No GP referral is required to book a private psychiatric assessment.
You can arrange an appointment directly, which allows quicker access to specialist assessment without waiting for referral pathways.
