Is this PTSD Assessment Right for YOU?
- Past events continue to intrude into your thoughts, dreams, or reactions
- You feel constantly on edge, unsafe, or alert even when there is no immediate threat
- Certain situations, places, or reminders trigger intense emotional or physical responses
- Sleep, concentration, relationships, or daily functioning have been affected
- You want a clear psychiatric opinion, diagnosis, and medical guidance without pressure to revisit details before you’re ready
Private PTSD Assessment UK - Understanding the Process
The aim of this PTSD assessment is to understand how past experiences are continuing to affect your sense of safety, emotional responses, and daily functioning. The assessment focuses on clarifying whether your symptoms meet criteria for post-traumatic stress disorder or related trauma responses, and what that means clinically.
During the assessment, we will:
- • Explore your current symptoms - including intrusive memories, heightened alertness, avoidance, emotional numbing, sleep disturbance, and how long these have been present
- • Review relevant background - personal history, life events, physical health, and any previous mental health input, at a pace that feels safe and manageable
- • Understand impact and patterns - how trauma responses are affecting work, relationships, sleep, and day-to-day life
- • Reach clinical conclusions - with a clear explanation of findings and discussion of appropriate next steps
You’re in control of what you share, and nothing needs to be discussed before you feel ready. Questions and concerns are addressed during the consultation, with a clear explanation of clinical conclusions and treatment options.
A Psychiatric Assessment for PTSD — Not Just a Screening
This is a full psychiatric assessment for PTSD carried out by an experienced consultant psychiatrist.
It goes beyond questionnaires or brief checklists to explore trauma-related symptoms such as intrusive memories, heightened alertness, avoidance, emotional numbing, and changes in sleep or mood in clinical depth, consider alternative or contributing diagnoses, and apply formal diagnostic criteria where appropriate.
The assessment is designed to provide clarity, not assumptions — and to support informed, evidence-based decisions about next steps, including treatment, monitoring, or further support if needed.
Private PTSD Assessment and Ongoing Psychiatric Care Options
The options below outline available psychiatric assessments for PTSD 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
- 30-minute follow-up review
- Review of symptoms and response
- Progress discussion and next steps
- Online consultation
Take the First Step Toward Clarity and Safety
If past experiences are still affecting your sense of safety, sleep, emotions, or relationships, a specialist psychiatric assessment can help clarify whether trauma or PTSD is playing a role.
A consultant-led PTSD assessment focuses on understanding how trauma has affected your nervous system, thoughts, and daily functioning — including symptoms such as hypervigilance, re-experiencing, avoidance, emotional numbing, and changes in mood or sleep. The aim is to provide clear clinical understanding and discuss appropriate next steps based on evidence, at a pace that feels respectful and supportive.
Common Questions About
Private PTSD Assessment UK
Private PTSD Assessment UK
Do I need a GP referral for a private PTSD assessment UK?
No. You can book a private PTSD assessment in UK directly without a GP referral. If you wish, a summary of the assessment can be shared with your GP after the consultation.
Will I have to talk in detail about my trauma?
No. You are in control of what you share. You do not need to discuss traumatic details unless you feel ready. The assessment focuses on understanding symptoms and their impact, not on forcing disclosure.
How do you assess PTSD?
A consultant psychiatrist assesses PTSD by exploring your symptoms, history, and how past experiences are affecting your daily life. This includes looking at re-experiencing, avoidance, hyper-vigilance, emotional numbing, sleep, mood, and functioning, using recognised diagnostic criteria where appropriate.
What happens after the PTSD assessment?
After the assessment, you’ll receive a clear explanation of findings and recommendations. This may include therapy options, medication considerations, or further support, depending on your needs and preferences.
Is this assessment suitable if I’ve already tried therapy?
Yes. Many people seek a psychiatric assessment after therapy to clarify diagnosis, understand ongoing symptoms, or review treatment options. The assessment can help guide next steps even if you’ve had support before.
