Assessments & Treatments
You will find below an extensive list of the Assessments and Treatments we offer at Medana Mental Health. If there is something you require but is not listed, do not hesitate to find a clinic which suits you best and get in touch.
Initial Assessment
If you are unsure what Mental Health issues someone is suffering from. We are here to help identify, diagnose, and treat an array of problems/ disorders. Get in touch to let us help you.
Child ADHD Assessments
If you think you or your child may have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you might want to consider speaking to your GP about it. If you're worried about your child, it may help to speak to their teachers, before seeing your GP, to find out if they have any concerns about your child's behaviour. Your GP cannot formally diagnose ADHD, but they can discuss your concerns with you and refer you for a specialist assessment.
Our specialist Child ADHD Assessment is usually completed over 3 appointments (90 mins per appointment) plus written report:
- Initial meeting to with you, including your child, to discuss problems at home/ school. This meeting will include an observation, to gain a further understanding of your child. You will be given Connors questionnaires to complete in wait of your follow up meeting
- Follow up meeting with you only, to discuss developmental history of your child
- The final meeting of the Assessment will detail feedback, and diagnosis. We will also discuss any treatment recommended and if any further follow up sessions will be beneficial.
- A detailed report will be written following the final appointment.
Adult ADHD Assessments
Our specialist Adult ADHD Assessment is usually completed over 3 appointments (total 3 hours) plus written report:
- Initial meeting with you and your representatives (parent/ friend/ spouse) discuss problems at home/ work. You will be given Connors questionnaires to complete in wait of your follow up meeting
- Follow up meeting with your representatives only, to obtain collateral information
- The final session of the Assessment will detail feedback, and diagnosis. We will also discuss any treatment recommended and if any further follow up sessions will be beneficial.
- A detailed report will be written following the final appointment.
Bipolar Assessments
If you think you have bipolar disorder we recommend speaking to your GP in advance. In the event of a determined analysis, your GP may refer you onto Medana.
Our specialist Bipolar Assessment is completed over 2 appointments (total 2 hours) plus written report. During the assessment, you'll be asked about your symptoms and when you first experienced them. We will want to know about your medical background, and family history, especially whether any of your relatives have had bipolar disorder.
Follow Up Meetings
Depending on the nature and severity of the assessment. Follow up sessions are evaluated and prescribed on a case by case basis. We offer a range of follow up meetings, ranging from; Medication Reviews through to Consultations.
Supplementary Work
Medana Mental Health can offer additional services outside of assessment/ treatments:
- Medico-Legal
- Home Visits
- Reports e.g. Department for Work and Pensions
- Private Prescriptions
- Telephone Consultations
- External Meetings e.g. School Visits
- Liaison with Health/ Education and/ or Other Services
- Consultation to other professionals and teams
- Training on range of mental health problems in adults and children (ASD, ADHD and others)
If you have any questions about the above outlined services we offer, please get in touch.
Clinics
Please find below, the list of available clinics. If you have any questions or queries regarding any assessment and/ or treatment, please do not hesitate to get in touch using the details provided.
Park Hill Hospital (Adults Only)
Important Information for New Customers
Customers that are going to self-pay:
- It is recommended for you to visit your GP to discuss your situation.
- Once your GP has agreed that a psychiatric consultation is appropriate, obtain a referral from them, which can be sent in prior to the appointment or, can be brought with you on the day of your appointment.
- Contact us with your preferred clinic and time. Your appointment confirmation will be sent via email or text.
- A paper invoice will be given at the end of your assessment or session.
- Payment can be made by cash, cheque, BACs (bank transfer), unless otherwise stated on the clinic.
- The appointment(s) will be held in a private consulting room.
- New assessments are consisted of 3 appointments, that last approximately 60-90 minutes.
- For new assessments regarding young children, there will be play-based activities as well as parent interviews.
- New assessments regarding adolescents and adults, consist of self questionnaires and spouse/ next of kin interviews.
- An outcome report is included within the assessment.
Customers who are covered by Private Healthcare/ Insurance:
- Visit your GP to discuss your situation.
- Once your GP has agreed that a psychiatric consultation is appropriate, obtain a referral from them, which can be sent in prior to the appointment or, can be brought with you on the day of your appointment.
- Contact your insurance provider, as some providers require you to obtain a pre-authorisation code before contacting for an appointment.
- Contact us with your preferred clinic and time. Your appointment confirmation will be sent via email or text.
- PLEASE NOTE: You will be responsible for any shortfall fees your insurance/ healthcare provider won't cover.
- The appointment(s) will be held in a private consulting room.
- New assessments are consisted of 3 appointments, that last approximately 60-90 minutes.
- For new assessments regarding young children, there will be play-based activities as well as parent interviews.
- New assessments regarding adolescents and adults, consist of self questionnaires and spouse/ next of kin interviews.
- An outcome report is included within the assessment.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Multidisciplinary Assessment Package
Medana Mental Health offers a comprehensive assessment package designed to enable parents, carers, young people and other professionals to gain a better understanding of a child’s needs.
The child is central throughout the process and as such we endeavor to put their needs first. Following the assessment and diagnosis where appropriate, a comprehensive report is compiled which includes advice and strategies pertinent to the child.
Our team comprises of highly experienced professionals including:
- Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
- Consultant Clinical Psychologist
- Speech and Language Therapist
- Occupational Therapist
Comprehensive ASD assessments consist of the following services:
- Screening questionnaires will be sent to the family before assessment is commenced
- Family will attend initial appointment to obtain medical and family history. This will determine if child should have full a ASD assessment.
- Detailed early years developmental history.
- Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2)
- Speech & Language Therapy Assessment done by Annette Smith Independent Speech and Language Therapist
- OT assessment and sensory profile.
Assessments often include joint professional working. This enables us to work together to formulate a professional opinion on a child’s strengths and areas of need as well as reducing unnecessary assessments. On completion, a multi-disciplinary team meeting will take place where a consensus will be reached. Parents will then be invited to attend a feedback session. A comprehensive assessment report will then be written and issued to the parents and the child's General Practitioner. Once the assessment is complete a Cognitive Assessment is occasionally required (additional fees will apply).
ASD Assessments are available at; The Tower Clinic (Leeds), and The White House Clinic (Sheffield)
Hello, I'm Anna. I have spent over the last 20 years practising psychiatry in Poland and the UK. For the last 10 years I have worked as a Consultant in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry in Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Trust, Pennine Care NHS Trust, and within the South/ West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. I am a specialist in Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry and Psychotherapy. I have also worked as a Locum Consultant for PULSE and Medax. I have extensive training in diagnosing and managing Autistic Spectrum Disorders, including a wealth of experience in working with children with Learning Disabilities.
I'm Emma, Anna's secretary. I have worked in the NHS as a medical secretary for over 10 years. Over this time I have gained extensive knowledge in a range of medical areas; Psychiatry, Orthopaedics, Gynaecology, Pain Management, General Surgery, Dental, Ear Nose and Throat (ENT), Renal and Dermatology. Working with Anna has given me the opportunity to enhance my knowledge and expertise. Being a mum of 3 myself, I know how difficult things can get in day-to-day life, but we are here to help. Please do not hesitate to contact me using the methods outlined on each clinic for further information about our services. Alternatively, click the link below and get in touch.