Dr Paul Bain

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry in Bloomsbury

Dr Paul Bain is a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist seeing children and young people at 35 Great James Street in Bloomsbury, London. He assesses attention and hyperactivity difficulties including ADHD, and manages medication himself or jointly with the referring GP or paediatrician.

Why Choose Dr Paul Bain?

• Consultant-Delivered Throughout: On the GMC specialist register (GMC 6131572), with assessment and follow-up by the same clinician
• Medication Managed Directly: Prescriptions are provided at the appointment, managed alone or jointly with your GP or paediatrician
• Autism Considered Too: Including difficulties with social interaction where autism spectrum disorder is suspected
• Therapy Available: EMDR, mentalisation-based therapy and mentalisation-based family therapy
• French and Spanish Spoken: Alongside English
• Insurers Accepted: BUPA, AXA-PPP, Aviva, Cigna, Pru Health and Allianz

Assessment Process

A first appointment lasts about an hour and a half and involves questions to both parents and the young person, alongside a review of previous reports. Rating scales may be completed beforehand. A written report follows, and liaison with school or other clinicians is included where needed.

Practicalities

Appointments are in person only in Bloomsbury. Patients are usually referred by another doctor, most often a GP or paediatrician. Fees are not published: the hourly rate is available on request, with a first assessment charged at the equivalent of two hours and follow-ups charged pro rata.