Dr Dinesh Kumar

Professional statement

Dr Dinesh Kumar is an experienced adult psychiatrist who specialises in adult ADHD, anxiety disorders and depression, alongside PTSD, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and personality disorders. He privately practises at London Psychiatry Clinic and his NHS base is the North East London NHS Foundation Trust. Dr Kumar is committed to providing personalised and comprehensive mental health care.

Dr Kumar's expertise lies in the assessment and treatment of adult ADHD, where he conducts thorough evaluations aligned with National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines. For anxiety disorders, trauma and PTSD, as well as OCD, he employs therapeutic mentoring and coaching approaches alongside medication options when necessary. With regards to psychosis, schizophrenia and complex trauma/PTSD, Dr Kumar specialises in early intervention to prevent the progression of symptoms, working collaboratively with patients and their families.

Dr Kumar believes in treating patients with the utmost respect and dignity. His patient-centric approach involves active collaboration, ensuring that patients are involved in their treatment decisions. Dr Kumar actively engages with patients' families and loved ones. He emphasises that mental health problems don't define individuals and aims to help patients grow through their experiences.

Dr Kumar develops personalised treatment plans focusing on the individual, incorporating comprehensive clinical assessments, psychoeducation, various forms of therapy, and medication as needed. He considers lifestyle factors, including recommendations for physical health, fitness, sleep, nutrition, and routine stability.

Dr Kumar provides patients with a choice regarding their medication, explaining the associated benefits and potential side effects. He follows NICE guidelines and aims to reduce medication as soon as it is safe to do so.

Dr Kumar is registered with the GMC and a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, has extensive training and experience. Holding a medical degree (MBBS) and a postgraduate diploma in Enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, he's actively involved in clinical research and has contributed significantly to studies on reducing antipsychotic medication dosages.

Dr Kumar's commitment to excellence is evident through his role as a Medical Member of First Tier for the Mental Health Tribunal. Additionally, he serves as an appraiser for medical doctors, providing medico-legal reports. For patients seeking compassionate and expert mental health care in London, he is dedicated to helping individuals navigate their unique journeys toward recovery.