Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
World Health Organisation
Dr Pavan Joshi
MBBS, FRCPsych, MSc with distinction (Transcultural Mental Health)
I am a consultant psychiatrist working in the NHS and private practice. Psychiatrists are trained to assess, formulate, diagnose, treat and monitor mental, emotional and behavioural disorders.
I believe, like us, our mental health is an intricately woven pattern of several interesting, complex, and creative factors that is in our mind, our body, and the circumstances we live in- making us all unique.
I have more than 20 years of experience working in the field of mental health. In my assessments and care plans, I consider each person's journey thus far, mental health history, needs & requirements, and their own unique circumstances. I then discuss this formulation to draft individual care plans; based on best available evidence, specific individual circumstances, and their preferred options.
I can meet in-person in north London, or via a virtual meeting. I also offer a free 10-minute initial consultation in which I can answer any questions you may have about the assessment and support I can offer.
Outside clinical work I help run a voluntary support group, and lead a monthly well-being group, called ‘Saathi’- translates to friends.
Why choose to work with me?
1. Bespoke treatment based on your care needs.
There are no two journeys that are the same, and there are no two assessments that are the same. I regard each person as an individual, so you can rest assured that you will receive the best evidence-based assessment and treatment recommendations tailored to your specific needs.
2. Accredited psychiatric provider
I am a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, as well as a number of other professional organisations in the fields of Psychiatry and LGBTQ+ mental health.
I have finished training in adult psychiatry and hold a liaison psychiatry accreditation. Liaison psychiatry is a subspecialty of mental health that combines medical and mental health knowledge and expertise.
I am an approved clinician, under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act.
In 2019, I was grateful to receive Fellowship from the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
3. Many years of experience
I have been privileged to provide mental health support for past 20 Years. I am grateful for this opportunity and to the people I have met along the way.
4. Working with LGBTQ+ people
I've had training and am personally aware of the needs of LGBTQ+ people.
In addition to my medical degrees, I also have a Master's degree in Transcultural Mental Health with honours.
I am chair of a special interest group- Rainbow, and lead monthly voluntary support groups for LGBTQ+ people of diverse backgrounds.
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