What Happens When You See a Private Psychiatrist?

Edward offers a professional service in a comfortable setting. He will assess your mental health issues and make recommendations for treatment. He can also give advice about managing stress.

Psychiatrists have medical degrees and are experts in this area of medicine. They are part of community mental health teams as well as in hospital wards. They can also consult patients in GP surgeries.

Diagnosis

A private psychiatrist will conduct an in-depth evaluation of your medical condition. They'll ask questions about your present, past and family history. They may also suggest blood tests or other medical tests in order to get a clearer picture of your symptoms. These tests will aid your psychiatrist in diagnosing any medical conditions that could be contributing to your mental health problems.

Your doctor will diagnose you and prescribe treatment once they have all of the details. In most cases, this will involve talk therapy and medication or a combination. They'll also give a brief medical report to an email to your GP.

If you're not satisfied with your diagnosis, you may get a second opinion. It is important to remember that the NHS is not required to accept the second opinion. You can check whether your NHS psychiatrist is willing to do this prior to booking an appointment.

The psychiatrist will also discuss options for ongoing treatment. This usually falls into three categories: private care continued by your doctor, shared private or NHS care between your psychiatrist &amp