Types of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Services
We provide specialist assessment and treatment for a wide range of child and adolescent mental health conditions, including:
- ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
- Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
- Anxiety disorders
- Depression and low mood
- School refusal and emotionally based school avoidance
- OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)
- PTSD and trauma-related difficulties
- Behavioural and emotional regulation difficulties
- Eating disorders
- Self-harm and suicidal thoughts
- Sleep difficulties
- Social anxiety and friendship difficulties
- Panic attacks
- Tics and Tourette syndrome
- Mood disorders
- Gender identity and emotional wellbeing support
- Stress and burnout in adolescents
- Family and relationship difficulties
- Neurodevelopmental assessments
What are child and adolescent psychiatry?
Understanding Psychiatry
Child and adolescent psychiatry is a specialist branch of medicine dedicated to understanding and treating mental health conditions affecting children, teenagers, and young adults. Consultant psychiatrists assess emotional wellbeing, behaviour, development, relationships, family dynamics, education, and physical health to gain a comprehensive understanding of a young person’s needs.
Treatment may include psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, medication management, therapeutic recommendations, family support, school liaison, and ongoing care plans designed to help children thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.
Benefits of child and adolescent psychiatry
Seeking early support from a child and adolescent psychiatrist can provide:
Early identification
Early identification and intervention for mental health difficulties. Accurate diagnosis and personalised treatment plans
Support Plans
Support for emotional regulation and behavioural challenges. Medication assessment and management where appropriate. Specialist support for neurodevelopmental conditions
Symptom improvement
Improved school attendance and academic functioning. Better family communication and relationships
Long-term support
Practical strategies for parents and carers and long-term support to improve wellbeing and development
Some symptoms to watch out for
Early signs that shouldn’t be ignored
- Persistent sadness, low mood, or withdrawal
- Excessive anxiety or worries
- Emotional outbursts or behavioural changes
- Sleep difficulties or nightmares
- School refusal or declining academic performance
- Social withdrawal or friendship difficulties
- Obsessive thoughts or compulsive behaviours
- Sensory sensitivities or developmental concerns
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We offer private psychiatry appointments online and from our Guildford clinic in Surrey.
Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your child or a family member, we are here to help you take the next step with clarity and confidence.
