Private CAMHS: specialised mental health help for children and teens
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What is CAMHS? Specialist private mental health support for children and teenagers
CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services) and CYPMHS (Children and Young People's Mental Health Services) provide crucial support and treatment for young individuals facing mental health challenges. These services focus not only on the individual but on the mental health and wellbeing of the entire family.
Our dedicated and caring private CAMHS specialists include child psychiatrists, psychologists, family therapists, psychotherapists and other mental health professionals. We take a comprehensive approach that considers the developmental, social, and psychological aspects specific to children and adolescents.
We address the specific needs of young individuals through specialised assessments, therapeutic interventions such as play therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), collaboration with schools to address mental health issues impacting academic performance, and medication management if necessary.
If you think your family could benefit from our services, please reach out to us. We offer assessments and treatment to children, teenagers and their families, often in as little as 24 hours.
We are here to help you every step of the way.
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Addressing the unique mental health needs of children and teens
Navigating childhood, adolescence and early adulthood is different for every family. Children and teenagers today face a unique set of challenges, from academic pressure and shifting family dynamics to identity struggles, social media influence and bullying at school.
Life transitions, such as starting secondary school or university, can also feel overwhelming for both young people and their parents. Read more about how to support your child through early life transitions.
Adolescence, in particular, can be a turbulent time of emotional change, where issues like low mood, anxiety or disordered eating can begin to emerge. For some, these difficulties are compounded by concerns around identity, body image or peer comparison, often intensified by the pressures of social media. Discover how social media could be affecting young minds.
As children grow and their bodies change during puberty, some may also begin to experience distorted self-perceptions or fixate on perceived flaws, early signs of body dysmorphic disorder. Learn more about the signs and symptoms of body dysmorphia.
For young people exploring their gender or sexual identity, particularly those within the LGBTQ+ community, the teenage years can be especially complex. Mental health struggles often arise from a sense of isolation, stigma, or bullying. Explore the connection between LGBTQ+ identity, mental health and eating disorders.
While many families navigate these difficulties alone, it’s important to know that help is available, and seeking professional support is a positive step, not a sign of failure.
At Schoen Clinic Chelsea, our specialists are highly experienced in supporting the emotional and psychological needs of children and teenagers. We offer expert care for a range of conditions, including anxiety, depression, stress, eating disorders and more, helping young people build resilience and thrive.
Our tailored mental health interventions include counselling for children, therapy for teenagers, psychiatric assessments, medication management, and family-based support. These services are available in person, remotely, or through a flexible combination of both, ensuring care is accessible when and where it’s needed most.
Our approach to helping children and teens
Our CAMHS professionals are trained to address the unique developmental stages of children and adolescents, tailoring interventions to suit different ages and ensuring developmentally informed care. At Schoen Clinic Chelsea, we offer family-centred support, involving the entire family in the assessment and treatment process. Recognising the impact of family dynamics, we collaborate with parents and carers to create supportive environments and effective strategies for managing challenges.
We also employ trauma-informed approaches when necessary, acknowledging the impact of adverse experiences on children's mental health. Our goal is to create a safe, supportive environment that considers any history of trauma or abuse. Understanding the challenges parents face when their child struggles with mental health, our holistic approach supports both the child and the family.
We prioritise addressing mental health conditions that affect your child's personal, academic, and social life, providing ongoing support and collaborating with educational institutions to facilitate recovery.
At Schoen Clinic Chelsea, we offer personalised treatment plans tailored to your child's unique needs. Our specialists provide culturally competent care, respecting diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and values, and believe in early intervention to prevent lasting negative impacts on their adult lives.
What to expect from private CAMHS at Schoen Clinic Chelsea
When it comes to your child’s mental health, choosing the right healthcare service is essential. At Schoen Clinic Chelsea, our expert team supports children and young people aged 6-18 years, offering one-to-one therapy, counselling, assessments, specialised treatment, and medication management if applicable.
Our services are tailored to meet each patient's specific needs and preferences, ensuring the best chance of long-term recovery.
Here are just some of the reasons why many parents trust us for private CAMHS mental health assessments and support:
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Swift access to expert care: We prioritise fast access to treatment, ensuring prompt attention to your child's wellbeing.
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Specialised support without delay: Our streamlined processes minimise delays, providing timely care for mental health concerns.
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Specialist facility: Schoen Clinic Chelsea offers a welcoming and nurturing environment for the healing process.
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Continuity of care: Your child will be attended by the same team of leading London mental health specialists, ensuring consistent care.
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Establishing positive rapport: We build supportive relationships with your child and family, creating an empathetic environment.
We offer a comprehensive range of evidence-based therapies provided by leading experts in child and adolescent psychiatry including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), psychotherapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and more.
Private CAMHS assessments in London
At Schoen Clinic Chelsea, our expert team supports children who are experiencing difficulties by offering a variety of private CAMHS assessments.
These assessments include:
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General mental health assessments
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General paediatric assessments
We assess and manage risks, identifying potential dangers and implementing interventions to minimise harm. These limited crisis interventions aim to stabilise individuals during acute mental health crises, ensuring their safety and providing a plan for ongoing support and treatment.
Excellent clinical outcomes for children and young people with mental health conditions
At Schoen Clinic Chelsea, we are dedicated to providing proven and effective treatment for a wide spectrum of mental health conditions affecting children, teenagers and young people. See our full list of conditions and treatments here.
Our commitment to excellence drives us to continually develop and refine our treatment pathways, all with the goal of delivering tangible and meaningful results.
We understand the importance of measuring progress and ensuring your satisfaction. That's why we employ a range of outcome metrics to track your journey. We ask every young person who utilises our CAMHS services to share their treatment experience and offer insights on how we can enhance our support.
The feedback we receive from our patients serves as a compass, guiding us in our ongoing efforts to develop and improve.
How long does it take to get a private CAMHS assessment at Schoen Clinic Chelsea?
Fortunately, our team comprises specialists who are readily available, often within days, for self-paying patients. This prompt availability ensures a comprehensive assessment without unnecessary delays.
Assessment durations vary based on each condition's specific criteria.
A typical initial assessment at our London outpatient clinic would last for up to 90 minutes to give space for the CAMHS professional to meet with the family, the young person individual and also with the parents/caregivers separately so that voices can be heard.
This would usually be offered as an in-person assessment with subsequent appointments taking place in-person or remotely.
If you’re concerned about a child, don’t hesitate to reach out. Contact us directly at 0203 146 2300 or refer your child yourself and our dedicated team will promptly assist you.
Meet our leading London child mental health specialists
Our team at Schoen Clinic Chelsea comprises some of the best CAMHS specialists in London, passionate about supporting the wellbeing of young individuals. With expertise in a wide range of teen and child mental health difficulties, they bring compassion, experience, and innovation to every aspect of care.
Our team includes highly skilled child psychologists, child psychiatrists, therapists, and other mental health professionals. We specialise in providing anxiety treatment for children, addressing eating disorders in children, and offering comprehensive mental health treatment for teenagers, including teenage depression and teenage anxiety treatment. Many of our specialists are recognised and published experts in their respective fields.
Page/author information
This web page was developed and reviewed by Dr Gil Myers, Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist on 12th December 2023.
Dr Myers has almost 20 years of experience in clinical practice and medical education. He is an expert in early intervention for conditions such as bipolar affective disorder. He also has a strong experience with the acute mental health challenges and unique mental health needs of children and young adults, especially those aged 16-21.
Learn more about Dr Myers here.
Last review date 12th December 2024.
Next review date 12th December 2025
