Private Paediatric Mental Health Clinic in Birmingham

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Our mental health clinic for children in Birmingham provides a safe and secure space for patients to work through their mental health conditions. With a multi-disciplinary team of consultant psychiatrists, psychologists, and other mental health professionals, we are proud to provide a range of evidence-based treatments and recovery-focused therapies.

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Paediatric Mental Health Conditions We Treat

Our experts have a wealth of experience treating a number of paediatric mental health conditions, including:

Anxiety
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Eating disorders
Mental health challenges as a result of grief and bereavement
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Personality disorders
Stress
Trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Children's Therapies We Offer

We are proud to offer a range of therapeutic techniques, delivered by highly trained experts at our private mental health clinic in Birmingham, including:

Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
Cognitive analytic therapy (CAT)
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
Compassion focused therapy (CFT)
Dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT)
Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR)
Interpersonal therapy (IPT)
Person-centred therapy (PCT)
Psychodynamic therapy
Systemic therapy

Our Childrens Care Services in Birmingham

Paediatric ADHD Assessments and Support

We understand the impact that attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can have on your child’s life. That is why we provide comprehensive paediatric ADHD services, allowing your child to receive a diagnosis in no time. If your child is diagnosed with ADHD, we will work with you and your child to develop a bespoke treatment plan.

Paediatric Mental Health Care

Whether you are a parent or carer worried about a child or you’re a young person struggling with your emotional well-being, we provide specialist mental health services for children and young people.

Paediatric ASD Assessments and Support

We specialise in diagnosing and managing symptoms associated with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and work closely with families through follow-up appointments and psychological support.

Paediatric CBT

Our child behaviour specialists excel at uncovering the root cause of your child’s challenging behaviour and will work with you to help your child find more positive ways of dealing with their emotions without the unwanted behaviour.

Paediatric Eating Disorder Assessments and Support

Our expert-led eating disorder assessments allow us to diagnose a variety of eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder and other specified feeding and eating disorders. Our specialists work collaboratively with families to treat eating disorders in young people. We have a wealth of experience treating a range of eating disorders, using interventions recommended in the NICE guidelines.

Why Choose Us?

Your childs mental health does not have to define or limit them. With our specialist mental health services, we can manage your childs condition, overcome any challenges and lead a happier, more productive life. We can arrange specialist appointments with experienced mental health professionals at short notice. Instead of waiting for months on end to get the help your child needs, at Midland Health you can get an appointment for your child when they need it the most.

We excel at diagnosing and treating a range of paediatric mental health conditions. That is why our Birmingham clinic provides:

Outstanding patient care
Consultations with mental health specialists at short notice
No waiting lists or need for GP referrals
Cutting-edge medical facilities

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Visit Our Mental Health Clinic

Our Birmingham mental health clinic is in the heart of Edgbaston on Highfield Road, just off the A456. If you are travelling by public transport, our clinic is only 15 minutes away from Five Ways train station on foot.

Are you looking for exceptional mental health services near you? Contact us today to arrange a consultation with our highly trained professionals. Alternatively, complete the enquiry form below. Our consultants look forward to seeing you at our mental health clinic in Birmingham at their earliest availability.

Meet the Paediatric Mental Health Team

Naturally, as a parent, you want to make sure that your child is in good hands. Our friendly team of paediatric mental health professionals always provide first-class patient care. We understand how sensitive this time can be for the entire family and will be by your side throughout the entire process, ensuring your child gets the help they deserve.

Dr Pradeep Naganna, Consultant Paediatrician

Dr. Pradeep Naganna, a paediatrician with over 20 years of experience in the UK, graduated from Mysore Medical College and moved to the UK in 2003. He has worked in major hospitals like Birmingham Children's Hospital and holds qualifications including the Fellowship of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health.

Specialising in Neuro-diversity since 2007, he is currently a Consultant Paediatrician at Leicestershire NHS Partnership Trust and ADHD Lead. Dr. Naganna is dedicated to supporting neurodivergent children and their families, with expertise in Autism, ADHD, sleep issues, behavioural difficulties, dyspraxia, bed wetting, constipation, developmental delay, and various syndromes.

Sarah Barker, Speech and Language Therapist

Sarah Barker has over 15 years of experience working with children with communication difficulties, including learning disability, Mental health and Autism in an assessment and treatment capacity.

Sarah has also qualified in the coding and administration of the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule - Version 2 (ADOS-2) and the Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R). In addition to postgraduate courses in Trauma, Autism, Mental Health and Vulnerable Children in the Justice System. For Midland Health patients Sarah conducts paediatric ASD and ADHD assessments.

Cynthia Ewers-Cobb, Speech and Language Therapist

Cynthia is a dually qualified Speech and Language Therapist registered with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) and a Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst registered with the Behaviour Analytic Certification Board and Society of Behaviour Analysts UK.

Cynthia has worked with children and young people for over a decade specialising in autism, learning disabilities, social and emotional needs, challenging behaviour and positive behaviour support. She supports individuals, parents, community groups and schools with both communication and positive behaviour strategies.

Darren McCabe, Adult and Paediatric Neurodiversity Nurse

Darren is a qualified Learning Disability Nurse and Non-Medical Prescriber with extensive experience in the NHS and private sector. He also provides 1-2-1 support as a Disability Impact Trainer, specialising in ADHD and Neurodiversity. His past roles include support work for Accept Care and international volunteer work in Zambia.

Dr Gururaj Setty, Consultant Paediatrician

Dr Gururaj has been a UK Paediatrician for over 20 years, graduating from Bangalore Medical College and moving to the UK in 2004 for postgraduate studies. He has worked in several hospitals, including Brighton Children's Hospital and University Hospitals of Leicester, and holds specialist qualifications from the Royal College of Paediatrics and Madras University.

Currently, he is a Consultant Paediatrician at Leicestershire NHS Partnership Trust, focusing on ADHD and ASD. He has led various QI projects and Neuro-developmental Pathways. Dr Gururaj is experienced in Autism, ADHD, sleep problems, behavioural difficulties, developmental coordination disorders, bed wetting, constipation, developmental delay, syndromes, and other community paediatric issues.

Dr Minnie Joseph, Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist

Dr Minnie Joseph is a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist with extensive expertise in neurodevelopmental disorders, including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). She provides thorough psychiatric assessments, diagnosis, medication management, and psychotherapy tailored to children and adolescents.

Dr Joseph takes a personalised, compassionate approach, working closely with patients and families to create treatment plans that support developmental needs and improve quality of life. She collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for young people with complex neurodevelopmental profiles.

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