In the first instance, feel free to contact me for an initial discussion on john@drjohnbainton.com regarding my availability and suitability for you.

After this initial enquiry, as of January 2023 your care, assessment and treatment will be offered by me through the Psychiatry-UK practice.

The conditions I can help with, and the assessment, diagnosis and treatments offered by Psychiatry-UK are the same as in my independent practice. The Psychiatry-UK platform is convenient and safe for patients.

Psychiatry-UK is an established online psychiatry service with a confidential and secure online consultation system. It is rated as ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission, and ‘Outstanding’ in the area of caring.

Fees charged by Psychiatry-UK to you are generally around the same as my independent fees. I regret I am unable to offer care outside of Psychiatry-UK at this time, if this is not suitable for you. Many patients are able to access healthcare provided by me in Psychiatry-UK funded by the NHS Right To Choose scheme. The Psychiatry-UK website has more information on this.

Please follow the link above to make a booking or read more. There is extensive information available on the Psychiatry-UK website.

Appointments information

Referrals are accepted from private and NHS general practitioners and specialists. Psychiatry-UK also accepts some self-referrals from patients.

Timing and location: Clinic slots are available generally on weekends, with some ad hoc availability on weekdays, by discussion. All consultations are through the Psychiatry-UK online video system.

Your confidentiality and discretion are maintained, within the framework of the General Medical Council’s guidance to all UK doctors regarding patient confidentiality.