Could a Private PTSD Assessment give you the Clarity you’re looking for?
A PTSD assessment may be worth considering if:
- You've been trying to make sense of certain experiences — but still don't have a clear answer
- Something has continued to affect everyday life long after a difficult or traumatic experience
- You've read about PTSD or Complex PTSD — and want to understand whether either could explain what has been happening
- Previous support or treatment hasn't fully answered the question of why certain difficulties are still there
- You want to speak to a consultant psychiatrist who will look beyond a checklist and consider the whole picture.
You don't need to know whether it's PTSD before asking for an assessment.
Dr Musa Sami will take the time to understand what has happened, what has changed since, and how different areas of life may have been affected. He will consider PTSD alongside other possible explanations, before providing a clear clinical opinion and recommendations for what to do next.
What’s Included in Your Private PTSD Assessment?
A comprehensive, consultant-led PTSD assessment for adults across the UK
A Detailed PTSD Assessment with a Consultant Psychiatrist
↳ Time to explore what has happened, what has changed since, and how different areas of life may have been affected
↳ A careful review of experiences associated with PTSD and trauma, alongside your wider mental health history
↳ Conducted personally by Dr Musa Sami, Consultant Psychiatrist — not a screening questionnaire or automated PTSD test
A Clear Clinical Opinion and Written Report
↳ Assessment of whether your experiences meet the recognised diagnostic criteria for PTSD
↳ Consideration of Complex PTSD and other possible mental health explanations where relevant
↳ A clear explanation of the clinical findings, with a formal diagnosis where appropriate
Clear Recommendations for What Comes Next
↳ Understand the assessment findings and what they mean for you
↳ Discuss appropriate support options based on the clinical findings
↳ Receive personalised recommendations rather than being left wondering what to do after the assessment
The aim isn't simply to put a label on what has happened. It's to help you understand it — and give you a clearer way forward
Dr Musa Sami - Consultant Psychiatrist | MBBS, MRCPsych | GMC Registered
Meet Dr Musa Sami
Your Consultant Psychiatrist for PTSD
GMC Registered | 15+ Years' NHS & Private Experience | Consultant-led Assessments Across UK
Every PTSD assessment is conducted personally by Dr Musa Sami, Consultant Psychiatrist. You will have the time to explain what has happened, what has changed, and what you would like help understanding — without reducing your experience to a questionnaire or checklist.
Experience You Can Trust
- ✓ Consultant Psychiatrist with 15+ years' experience across NHS and private mental healthcare
- ✓ GMC registered and Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych)
- ✓ Experienced in assessing PTSD, trauma-related difficulties and complex mental health presentations
- ✓ Able to consider PTSD and Complex PTSD alongside anxiety, depression and other possible explanations
- ✓ Qualified to provide a formal psychiatric diagnosis where appropriate, with a written clinical report and recommendations
An Assessment That Looks at the Whole Picture
- ✓ Time to explain your experiences properly — assessments are not rushed
- ✓ Careful consideration of what happened, what has changed since, and how different areas of life may have been affected
- ✓ Findings explained clearly, so you understand whether PTSD is the most appropriate clinical explanation
- ✓ Personalised recommendations based on the assessment findings — not a one-size-fits-all approach
An Assessment That Looks at the Whole Picture
A PTSD assessment isn't about starting with a diagnosis and trying to prove it. It's about listening carefully, understanding the whole picture, and reaching the clinical explanation that best fits.
Getting a Private PTSD Assessment is Simple
It Takes Less Than 2 Minutes to Get Started
Consultant-led psychiatric assessment for Adults across the UK.
From enquiry to appointment — typically within 48–72 hours.
How the PTSD Assessment Process Works
A straightforward path from your first enquiry to clear clinical recommendations.
Step 1 -Submit a Short, Confidential Enquiry
Tell us a little about what you're looking for help with and provide your contact details.
It takes less than 2 minutes. There's no obligation to book.Step 2 - We'll Contact You About an Appointment
Our team will review your enquiry and contact you directly about availability and the information needed before your assessment.Step 3 - Meet Dr Musa Sami Online
Your private PTSD assessment takes place by secure video consultation with Dr Musa Sami.
You'll have time to discuss what has happened, what has changed since, your wider mental health history and the difficulties you would like help with understanding.Step 4 - Receive a Clear Opinion
Dr Sami will consider whether the findings are consistent with PTSD, Complex PTSD or another clinical explanation.
Where appropriate, a formal psychiatric diagnosis can be made and the findings will be explained clearly.Step 5 -Know What to Do Next
You'll receive a written psychiatric report and personalised recommendations.
So you leave with more than an assessment — you have a clearer understanding of what may be happening and what to do next.
No obligation. No payment at this stage.
All enquiries are confidential and reviewed carefully before appointments are arranged.
What Patients Say
After Their Assessment
One Assessment.
A Clearer way Forward.
A private PTSD assessment with a Consultant Psychiatrist — with a written report and personalised clinical recommendations included.
Private PTSD Assessment
£449
- ✓ Comprehensive PTSD assessment with a Consultant Psychiatrist — conducted personally by Dr Musa Sami
- ✓ Assessment for PTSD and trauma-related difficulties, with other possible explanations considered where relevant
- ✓ Formal psychiatric diagnosis where clinically appropriate — with the findings explained clearly
- ✓ Written psychiatric report and personalised recommendations included — something you can keep and share with your GP or other healthcare professionals
- ✓ Conducted online across the UK — attend from somewhere private and comfortable
- ✓ No GP referral required — enquire directly about an appointment
Appointments are usually available within 3–5 days.
Not sure if a PTSD Assessment is right for you? Submit a confidential enquiry first — there's no obligation and no payment until your appointment is confirmed.
Still have questions? Here are the ones we hear most often.
What is a private PTSD assessment?
A private PTSD assessment is a comprehensive psychiatric assessment to explore whether your experiences are consistent with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and whether another mental health condition may also need to be considered.
Dr Musa Sami will explore your experiences, mental health history, current difficulties and how different areas of your life have been affected before reaching a clinical opinion.
Dr Musa Sami will explore your experiences, mental health history, current difficulties and how different areas of your life have been affected before reaching a clinical opinion.
Can a psychiatrist diagnose PTSD?
Yes. A psychiatrist is a medically qualified doctor specialising in mental health and can assess and diagnose conditions including PTSD.
Your assessment with Dr Musa Sami will consider recognised diagnostic criteria alongside your wider clinical history. A formal psychiatric diagnosis can be provided where clinically appropriate.
Your assessment with Dr Musa Sami will consider recognised diagnostic criteria alongside your wider clinical history. A formal psychiatric diagnosis can be provided where clinically appropriate.
What happens during a PTSD assessment?
The assessment is a detailed conversation with Dr Musa Sami rather than simply a questionnaire or PTSD test.
You will have an opportunity to discuss what has happened, the difficulties you would like help understanding, your mental health history and the impact on everyday life. Dr Sami will consider whether PTSD or another clinical explanation best accounts for the overall picture.
The findings and recommended next steps will then be explained to you clearly.
You will have an opportunity to discuss what has happened, the difficulties you would like help understanding, your mental health history and the impact on everyday life. Dr Sami will consider whether PTSD or another clinical explanation best accounts for the overall picture.
The findings and recommended next steps will then be explained to you clearly.
What if I'm not sure whether I have PTSD?
You do not need to know whether you have PTSD before requesting an assessment.
In fact, establishing whether PTSD is the appropriate diagnosis is one of the reasons for having a psychiatric assessment. Dr Sami will consider PTSD alongside other possible explanations rather than assuming a diagnosis before the assessment begins.
In fact, establishing whether PTSD is the appropriate diagnosis is one of the reasons for having a psychiatric assessment. Dr Sami will consider PTSD alongside other possible explanations rather than assuming a diagnosis before the assessment begins.
Can you assess Complex PTSD as well as PTSD?
Yes. PTSD and Complex PTSD can both be explored as part of the assessment where clinically relevant.
Dr Sami will consider the nature of your experiences, the difficulties you describe and your wider mental health history before explaining his clinical findings and whether a particular diagnosis is appropriate.
Dr Sami will consider the nature of your experiences, the difficulties you describe and your wider mental health history before explaining his clinical findings and whether a particular diagnosis is appropriate.
Will I definitely receive a PTSD diagnosis?
No. A particular diagnosis cannot be guaranteed before a clinical assessment has taken place.
The purpose of the assessment is to establish the most appropriate clinical explanation for the difficulties being explored. If the findings support a diagnosis of PTSD, this can be formally diagnosed. If another explanation appears more appropriate, Dr Sami will discuss this with you instead.
The purpose of the assessment is to establish the most appropriate clinical explanation for the difficulties being explored. If the findings support a diagnosis of PTSD, this can be formally diagnosed. If another explanation appears more appropriate, Dr Sami will discuss this with you instead.
Will I receive a written report after my PTSD assessment?
Yes. A written psychiatric report is included in the assessment fee.
The report will document the relevant clinical findings, diagnosis where appropriate, and recommendations arising from the assessment.
The report will document the relevant clinical findings, diagnosis where appropriate, and recommendations arising from the assessment.
Can I have a PTSD assessment online?
Yes. Private PTSD assessments are available online by video consultation for adults across the UK.
This means you can attend from somewhere private and comfortable without travelling to a clinic.
This means you can attend from somewhere private and comfortable without travelling to a clinic.
Do I need a GP referral for a private PTSD assessment?
No. You do not need a GP referral to book a private PTSD assessment with Dr Musa Sami.
You can submit a confidential enquiry directly through this page. The team will then contact you about availability and any information required before your appointment.
You can submit a confidential enquiry directly through this page. The team will then contact you about availability and any information required before your appointment.
What happens after a PTSD diagnosis?
If PTSD is diagnosed, Dr Sami will explain the findings and discuss appropriate next steps based on your individual circumstances.
Your written report will include clinical recommendations. If PTSD is not considered the most appropriate diagnosis, Dr Sami will explain the alternative clinical findings and recommendations.
Your written report will include clinical recommendations. If PTSD is not considered the most appropriate diagnosis, Dr Sami will explain the alternative clinical findings and recommendations.
If your question isn't answered here, you're welcome to include it in your enquiry and we'll respond personally.
Still Looking for Answers About PTSD?
You don't need to be certain it's PTSD before getting in touch.
If you're considering a private PTSD assessment, the first step is simply to tell us a little about what you're looking for help with. There's no obligation to book and no payment at the enquiry stage.
Take less than two minutes to submit your confidential enquiry.
Our team will review your enquiry and contact you about the next suitable appointment with Dr Musa Sami, Consultant Psychiatrist.
✓ Appointments usually available within 3–5 days✓ Online across the UK✓ Consultant-Led PTSD Assessment✓ Private & Confidential
