Barbara Rooney Consultant Psychiatrist Surrey

Barbara Rooney Consultant Psychiatrist Surrey – Trusted Mental Health Expertise

Barbara Rooney Consultant Psychiatrist Surrey offers compassionate, tailored mental health care at Life Works. As a consultant adult psychiatrist, Dr Barbara Rooney provides expert treatment for eating disorders and various mental health conditions. She ensures clients receive respectful, professional support that aligns with their individual needs.

Specialist Mental Health and Eating Disorder Care

Dr Rooney focuses on a person-centred approach. She draws from acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and mindfulness. These therapeutic tools empower clients to manage symptoms and build lasting emotional resilience. As a result, her patients often report improved mental clarity and a stronger sense of self.

Qualifications and Professional Approach

Dr Barbara Rooney holds MBBS and MRCPsych qualifications. She believes in offering a safe, welcoming environment where clients feel seen and heard. Her background includes working with individuals across the lifespan—from children to seniors. She’s provided psychiatric care in school, community, international, and private clinical settings. This breadth of experience informs her practical and empathetic approach.

Conditions Treated by Barbara Rooney Consultant Psychiatrist Surrey

Dr Rooney specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of complex eating disorders such as:

• Anorexia nervosa

• Bulimia nervosa

• Binge eating disorder (BED)

• Other specified feeding or eating disorders (OSFED)

She also treats broader mental health concerns, including various anxiety disorders. Each treatment plan is personalised to reflect the unique circumstances of the client.

Holistic and Ethical Psychiatric Practice

Dr Rooney’s work is deeply rooted in existential philosophy. This influence supports her holistic outlook and her commitment to treating each client with integrity and respect. By blending philosophy with modern psychiatric practices, she creates a powerful framework for healing.

Why Choose Dr Barbara Rooney Consultant Psychiatrist Surrey?

Choosing the right consultant psychiatrist is vital. With Dr Rooney, clients benefit from expert clinical insight, extensive cross-cultural experience, and a thoughtful therapeutic style. Her work aims not just to reduce symptoms but to foster personal growth and lasting recovery.