Be On The Lookout For: How Private Psychiatrist Leeds Is Taking Over And What Can We Do About It

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Be On The Lookout For: How Private Psychiatrist Leeds Is Taking Over And What Can We Do About It

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In this episode of Panorama we examine private adult ADHD clinics for adults. We find that they can provide inaccurate diagnoses and put patients at risk.

Liaison psychiatry is a treatment that caters to the needs of the mind of those who suffer from physical health issues. They are typically provided in general hospitals and acute hospitals. The Leeds Attitude to Concordance Scale is used to gauge the attitudes toward concordance and shared decision-making in medical practice.

Leeds Psychiatrists

Dr Alikhan has more than 20 years of experience as a medical doctor. He has extensive knowledge of the human mind and can tackle mental health issues with an integrative approach. He is a specialist in general adult psychosis and behavioural disorders, psychoses and addiction to drugs. He is also an registered expert witness and can prepare medical-legal reports for the courts.

He completed his medical education in India and core psychiatry training in the UK and was awarded membership in the Royal College of Psychiatrists. He has continued his professional development and trained in a range of therapeutic methods, including CBT, DBT, solution-focused therapy, and transference-focused psychotherapy. He has vast experience in the evaluation and treatment of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychoses and PTSD.

Alikhan is an expert in adult psychiatry and offers both ambulatory and inpatient services. He is renowned for his excellent care of patients and has helped them recover from their ailments. He is available to see patients at the Leeds clinic.  private psychiatrist birmingham IamPsychiatry  can provide expert advice on a vast range of psychological issues including depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder.

This expert offers a full range of psychiatric treatments that include psychotherapy, counselling and medication management. He has been involved for a long time in the evaluation of mental illness and personality and is a seasoned clinical instructor and supervisor. He is a certified clinical specialist under the Mental Health Act 1983 and is particularly interested in psychosis.

The clinic is conveniently located to the north of Leeds city centre at the corner of Tinshill Lane and Otley Old Road close to the Cookridge communications tower and fire station. Parking is available on the street and the clinic has a wheelchair-friendly entrance. The clinic is run by a an entire team of therapists, psychiatrists and many of them are supervised by senior psychologists. They all adhere to the ethical guidelines laid out by the Royal College of Psychiatrists. They also stay up to date with the latest developments in mental health by taking part in seminars and other events.

Psychiatrists in Harrogate

A Psychiatrist is able to help with many issues, such as anxiety disorders, depression, and alcohol/substance abuse. They can also assist with family court cases, and also prepare reports on medicolegal issues. They are able to schedule appointments at the Healthwise Leeds Therapy Centre or in their private clinics. They diagnose and treat conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and personality disorders.

Rachel Wilson is an approachable and caring psychiatrist with an outstanding reputation for writing clear, well-written and concise reports. She is very understanding of the process of litigation and works hard to meet deadlines. She is a valuable asset to any legal team.

Gavin became a registered nurse in 2007 and started his career working on male personality disorders and mental illness wards. He worked as a clinical nurse manager in a secure forensic setting prior to becoming the position he is currently in as hospital manager at Cygnet Harrogate in 2020. He believes in fostering an empowering and supportive team and is committed to promoting the least restrictive practices and treating patients with respect and empathy.

Rachel is an experienced and highly competent consultant psychiatrist with vast understanding of mental health issues. She has worked in different settings and is an expert on the health of adolescents. She has a strong reputation in the field of clinical medicine, and is a member of the Yorkshire Psychiatry Society. She is a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, and has a wealth of experience in the management of complex psychiatric issues. She has published extensively and has many publications in peer-reviewed journals.

York Psychiatrists

Most patients are referred by a general practitioner. Other health professionals might refer certain patients, such as a psychologist or psychiatrist. If a patient is in danger of harming themselves or others or others, the NHS will arrange for them to be seen by an expert. This is called a psychiatric emergency.

Sarah decided to become a nurse after completing a BSc in Psychology. She has worked for the NHS as a nursing staff manager, deputy manager and ward manager for various specialties, including CAMHS and acute care, PICU and forensic services. She has an advanced degree in Healthcare Practice and specializes in reducing restrictive practices in acute wards as well as PICU settings.

She is currently employed by Cygnet Hospital Harrogate, and has a dual registration in medical psychotherapy and general psychiatry for adults. She is the director of training for core trainees, and she also provides medical psychotherapy for patients in general psychiatry at the Trust. She is adamant about teaching psychiatrists how to apply psychotherapeutic understanding in person-centred treatment.

Dr Meetiksha malhotra is a doctor who qualified in India. She then moved to the UK to pursue a postgraduate education in child and adolescent psychiatry. She was consultant child psychiatrist in the NHS before relocating to Australia early 2020. She has been working in rural mental health for Queensland Health.

Her special interests include psychodynamic and cognitive analytic therapy, personality disorders, as well as self harm. She is a strong advocate of evidence-based medical practices, and has been involved in the writing of many articles for national magazines. She is a member of the NICE committee to develop guidelines for psychotherapy and has sat on various international expert panels on the treatment of self harm.

The Liaison Psychiatry in-Reach Service (LPIS), which is part of the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust accepts referrals for general hospital inpatients who are receiving physical treatment and who are believed to be suffering from mental health. The LPIS created a short video to help patients comprehend what it is and how it can help patients.


Wakefield Psychiatrists

Psychiatrists have medical degrees and are experts in mental health conditions like psychosis, depression, anxiety bipolar disorder, bipolar disorder. They have extensive experience in assessing patients of all age groups and treating them. They are able to offer a complete range of treatments including psychotherapy, medication and cognitive behavioural therapy. They are also trained to prepare psychiatric reports for legal proceedings. They can work with private providers of healthcare to get patients the care they need.

Dr Eleni Palzidou is a psychiatrist with more than 30 years of experience, including 20 years as consultant. She is particularly interested in mood (affective) disorders as well as the treatment of resistant treatment patients. She has published articles on these subjects and continues to give lectures. She was a Clinical Supervisor of trainees in psychiatric training, and is currently an instructor for the Affective Disorders module of the MSc course at Barts and London Medical School.

Laura Powling is a HCPC certified Clinical Psychologist with more than 14 years of experience of working in both NHS clinical and forensic services. She has particular expertise in working with children who have Autism Spectrum Condition and moderate to severe learning disabilities. She has worked in high and low security forensic hospitals as well as community Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Forensic Mental Health Services.

Leyla Rafieian-Taher is a psychologist and EMDR Therapist with more than 12 years of experience in the field of psychology. She is warm and welcoming with her clients and listens to their concerns and requirements. She assists with a broad variety of problems, including anxiety, depression eating disorders, panic attacks and issues with relationships.

She can provide a thorough diagnosis and evaluation of a patient’s psychological problems and develop an appropriate treatment plan that is tailored to the patient's needs. She uses a range of therapeutic approaches such as psychotherapy, guided meditation, EMDR, and mindfulness. She is also a qualified hypnotherapist who can assist clients to calm and manage their symptoms. She can also refer her clients to other allied health professionals if needed.