Psychiatric Assessment Coventry

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Your 2 Phase Journey with The Neuro Medical Group

Phase 1: Pre-Assessment- £250

This is a face-to-face or online consultation with one of our Assistant Psychologists or Counsellors, lasting 50 minutes. During this session, we gather information about your symptoms, mental health history, and relevant lifestyle factors through structured interviews and a standardised questionnaire. The goal is to understand your needs and ensure you are matched with the most appropriate clinician for your care.

If you have any past psychiatric or medical assessments, reports, or relevant documentation, please email these to us upon booking. Your Pre-Assessment will be reviewed by our triage team to guide the next steps.

Phase 2: Psychiatric Assessment with Consultant Psychiatrist

This is a 75-minute in-depth consultation conducted either face-to-face or online. The cost of this session is:

Adults – £850
Children – £895

During this appointment, the Consultant Psychiatrist will carry out a full psychiatric evaluation, including a review of your mental health history, current concerns, and any relevant documentation (such as GP notes or past assessments). The session includes a clinical assessment, diagnostic formulation, and discussion of appropriate treatment options, which may include psychological therapy, medication, or a combined approach.

Following the consultation, there will be a collaborative team analysis of the findings. This will contribute to:

A formal diagnosis if appropriate.
Clear feedback and tailored recommendations
A personalised, comprehensive written report and care plan

Disclaimer: In complex cases, or when clinical judgements indicate, we may not be able to provide a diagnosis. In such instances, we will clearly communicate this to the patient and provide guidance on alternative options.

Fees

Pre-Assessment – £250.00
Comprehensive Psychiatric Assessment, Report and Treatment Plan – Adults = £850 with doctor – Children = £895 with doctor

Deciding to seek a psychiatric assessment is not always straightforward or an easy decision to make with most people waiting longer than necessary before getting the assessment. At The Neuro Medical Group, we understand that this is a significant decision for you and we ensure you get the assessment you need within the shortest time possible.

We approach every assessment with care and professionalism with the aim of creating a calm and supportive environment where you can speak openly and begin to make sense of your mental health without feeling rushed or judged.

Is a Private Psychiatric Assessment the Same as a Public Assessment?

A private psychiatric assessment and a public assessment both aim to understand your mental health and provide a diagnosis where appropriate. The core clinical principles are the same, and both follow recognised guidelines.

The difference often lies in the experience. With a private assessment, you usually have quicker access to care and more flexibility in appointment times. You also get more time during the consultation, which allows us to explore your experiences in greater detail.

This extended time can make a noticeable difference and gives you the space to explain your concerns fully and ensures that the assessment is thorough.

Another key difference is continuity. In a private setting, you are more likely to work with the same clinician throughout the process, which helps build trust and consistency and can also help improve the accuracy of the assessment.

What Happens During Our Private Psychiatric Assessment

Our assessment process is detailed and layered to ensure you get enough attention to address all your concerns and symptoms.

Initial discussion and presenting concerns

We begin by talking through what has brought you to seek an assessment. This includes your current symptoms, how long you have been experiencing them and how they are affecting your daily life.

This stage is a conversation and we encourage you to explain things in your own words, while we listen carefully to understand what matters most to you. It sets the foundation for the rest of the assessment.

Personal, psychiatric and medical background

We then explore your background in more detail which includes any previous mental health concerns, diagnoses or treatments, as well as your general medical history.

Looking at your past experiences helps us identify patterns and understand how your mental health may have developed over time. It also ensures that any physical health factors are taken into account.

Mental state and emotional wellbeing

During the assessment, we look at your current mental state by considering factors such as your mood, thought patterns, behaviour and overall emotional wellbeing.

We do this through conversation and observation which allows us to understand how you are feeling at the time of the assessment and how your experiences are presenting in the moment.

Lifestyle and psychosocial factors

Mental health is influenced by many aspects of life, so we also explore your environment and circumstances. This may include work, relationships, lifestyle and any stressors you are dealing with.

Understanding these factors helps us see how they may be contributing to your experiences. It allows us to take a more balanced approach rather than focusing on symptoms in isolation.

Clinical formulation and diagnosis

Once all the information has been gathered, we bring everything together to form a clinical understanding. If appropriate, we provide a diagnosis based on recognised criteria.

We explain this clearly, so you understand what it means and how it relates to your experiences. The aim is to provide clarity, not confusion.

Treatment planning and recommendations

At the end of the assessment, we discuss next steps which may include treatment options, therapy, lifestyle adjustments or further support.

Our recommendations are tailored to you. We focus on what is realistic and helpful for your situation, rather than offering generic advice.

How Long is the Private Psychiatric Assessment?

The length of a private psychiatric assessment can vary depending on your needs and the complexity of your situation.

Typically, the initial assessment takes longer than a standard appointment, as we take time to explore your experiences in detail and to build a thorough understanding rather than rushing through important information.

In some cases, additional sessions may be recommended to ensure nothing is overlooked. We will always explain the process clearly so you know what to expect from the start.

One of the advantages of a private assessment is that it can be arranged more quickly, without long waiting periods.

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What is My Solution Wellbeing?

We are a counselling and wellbeing service providing support for adults, children businesses schools and communities. We change the way people get help with facing life’s challenges by providing private, affordable, confidential and convenient support and access to a trained therapist. My Solution Wellbeing provides professional counselling anywhere, through a computer, tablet or smartphone or face to face.

How will I get matched to the right counsellor?

After you contact us, we will match you to an available counsellor who fits your objectives, required preferences, and the type of concerns you are dealing with. Different counsellors have different approaches and areas of focus and you can find this here, so it’s important to find the right person who can achieve the best results for you and your areas of concern. We have found that we are able to provide a successful match; however, if you have a session with a therapist and you feel your counsellor isn’t a good fit for you, you are course able to change this and be matched to a different counsellor. It is led by you.

Who are the counsellors at My Solution Wellbeing?

Our counsellors are all qualified, experienced trained, and accredited. They have a different approaches such as Person Centered, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy or CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focussed Therapy and much more. They have been qualified and certified by their professional board after successfully completing the necessary education, exams, training and practice. While their experience, expertise and background vary, they all possess at least 5 years’ experience and extensive hands-on experience. Click here to learn more about the counsellors.

How are the counsellors checked?

We take this very seriously and as a result, our team ensures that each therapist is fully qualified vetted and in good standing. Counsellors are required to provide documentation, proof of identity, and references. We thoroughly cross-check their qualifications, references and information as well as completing a DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) Check. Our head of Service will also ask for feedback from the client about the therapist should they wish to give it.

Is My Solution Wellbeing right for me?

My Solution Wellbeing may be right for you if you’re looking to be the best version of yourself and looking to improve the quality of your life. Sometimes life situations and circumstances rock us and it interferes in our ability to lead a balanced life and we feel unable to self-regulate our emotions and feelings. Whenever this happens and your happiness is compromised and this feeling prevents you from achieving your goals, we may be able to help. We have counsellors who are specialized in specific issues, such as stress, anxiety, anger, depressions, relationships, parenting, addictions, eating, sleeping, trauma, family conflicts, LGBT matters, transgender and transitioning, grief, religion, self esteem, abuse, sexual exploitation and more.

Payment Method

Payment is made prior to your session over the phone.

If you decide you would like further sessions, you can pay for further sessions by direct bank payment or payment machine. You can discuss this with your therapist on how to book further sessions. There may be an option to have a reduced rate if you purchase a few sessions in advance. Please refer to blockbooking.

Payment must be made in advance of appointment.

Cancellation Policy

If you can’t attend please give 48 hours notice and your appointment will be moved to a mutually agreed date. Failure to do this will result in payment lost. Please note we do not offer refunds, however, we can offer a credit note valid for 1 month.