Psychiatry-UK 2023-10-27 Person 5 5 0

I was referred to Psychiatry UK in Oct 2022 by my GP as my diagnosis from another country wasn't 'accepted' here under the NHS. The local wait times were 3+ years. I was seen for my assessment in Feb 2023, the appointment was at a time to suit me so I didn't have to take time off work and it was online. My psychiatrist was thorough in my assessment and I felt the report was comprehensive. I waited until Aug 2023 for my titration. It was done supportively and with care. Any queries I had were dealt with extremely quickly by my prescriber (Lorraine) and she was excellent at respecting my autonomy in the titration as well as working for the best outcome for me. The process felt easy and supportive and I found the portal easy to navigate. I can't recommend them enough and think they set the standard of care that should be expected when you are dealing with mental health. The only thing that could have been better is the time taken between referral and assessment, assessment and titration but I recognise that is due to the significant increase in those needing assessments/titration throughout the country and absolutely not a reflection on Psychiatry UK who are providing an essential service when the NHS wait times are absurd.