Dr Felix de Carvalho – Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

Dr Felix de Carvalho – Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

Dr Felix de Carvalho – Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist – London brings over twelve years of experience to Harwood Child Psychology. He earned his MBBS and BSc in Medicine from the University of Lisbon, followed by his MRCPsych qualification and CCT in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. After relocating to London, he served in both inpatient and outpatient CAMHS teams. Therefore, he understands the full spectrum of paediatric mental health needs.

Moreover, Dr de Carvalho specialises in ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). He conducts detailed neurodevelopmental assessments, combining standardised tools with clinical observation. Consequently, he designs treatment programmes that balance psychopharmacology and psychotherapy. He also leads family consultations, ensuring that caregivers receive practical strategies to support their child’s progress.

Furthermore, he contributes to professional development by supervising junior psychiatrists and delivering training on emerging evidence in child psychiatry. He collaborates with Harwood’s multidisciplinary team to integrate speech therapy, psychology, and occupational therapy into cohesive care pathways. As a result, families benefit from a seamless, holistic approach that addresses every aspect of their child’s mental health.

Services

• ADHD Assessment & Management: diagnostic evaluations, medication reviews, and behaviour‑modification strategies

• ASD Assessment & Support: comprehensive profiling with multidisciplinary input and family education

• Medication Management: personalised psychopharmacology plans for mood, anxiety, and behavioural disorders

• Mood & Anxiety Disorders: evidence‑based therapy planning and medication optimisation for depression, anxiety, and OCD

• Behavioural Interventions: structured programmes to address conduct issues and enhance emotional regulation

• Trauma‑Informed Care: sensitive approaches for children with adverse childhood experiences

• Sleep Disturbance Treatment: practical plans to establish healthy sleep routines and improve daily functioning

• Family Consultation & Coaching: collaborative sessions that strengthen family communication and coping skills

Additional Information

Harwood Child Psychology offers dedicated consultation rooms designed to feel welcoming and safe for children. These spaces include sensory‑friendly décor, interactive toys, and digital assessment tools. In addition, the clinic provides secure one‑way mirror observation for training and quality assurance, ensuring best‑practice standards.

Moreover, each client receives a personalised care plan, complete with visual aids, psychoeducational handouts, and recommended digital apps. These resource packs reinforce therapeutic gains between sessions. Consequently, families report clearer understanding of strategies and more consistent progress at home.

In addition to in‑person appointments, Dr de Carvalho offers telehealth consultations via a secure video‑conferencing platform. This flexibility accommodates busy schedules and supports continuity of care, even when in‑clinic visits are not possible. Meanwhile, he leads monthly multidisciplinary case‑review meetings that bring together psychiatrists, psychologists, speech therapists, and occupational therapists. Therefore, treatment plans benefit from collective expertise and the latest evidence‑based guidance.

Furthermore, Harwood hosts regular community workshops on topics such as positive behaviour support, emotional regulation strategies, and school transition planning. Families leave these events with practical tools and peer support networks beyond clinic walls. Additionally, Dr de Carvalho contributes to Harwood’s professional development series, presenting on advances in ADHD and ASD management for local clinicians.

Ultimately, we invite you to arrange an initial psychiatric assessment with Dr Felix de Carvalho – Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist – London at Harwood Child Psychology. Take the first step today to partner with our expert team and guide your child toward lasting mental well-being.