When to seek a private assessment
An appointment offers space to discuss stress-linked physical symptoms, health anxiety, relationship distress or sexual wellbeing. The assessment considers physical and emotional factors without assuming that symptoms are only psychological.
Stress-linked physical symptoms
Health anxiety
Psychosexual concerns
Relationship-related distress
How the appointment is planned
The clinician asks about the concern, its timeline, physical health, medicines and relevant relationship factors. Previous medical investigations may help. Depending on the findings, care may involve psychotherapy, psychiatric treatment or referral to another medical specialist.



