Chhaya Pandit – Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist – Leeds

Chhaya Pandit – Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist – Leeds

Dr Chhaya Pandit – Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist – Leeds practices at Clinical Partners’ Leeds clinic, where she leads neurodevelopmental assessments within the CAMHS West Community Team. She earned her MBBS from Shivaji University, followed by MRCPsych and an MSc in Psychiatry, equipping her with a robust medical and research foundation. Moreover, Dr Pandit conducts comprehensive evaluations for Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC), ADHD, and other complex neurodevelopmental presentations. Consequently, she designs tailored care plans that balance diagnostic clarity with therapeutic innovation.

Furthermore, she holds specialist training in therapeutic assessment—including ASD assessment protocols—and medical hypnosis, enabling her to offer advanced intervention techniques. In addition, Dr Pandit supports her colleagues through dedicated training sessions on self-harm assessment for Core Trainees and GPs. Therefore, her contributions extend beyond patient care to include professional development and clinical supervision. Colleagues describe her as a thoughtful, hardworking clinician who maintains high standards and engages in continuous professional growth.

Services

• ADHD/ADD Assessment & Management: detailed evaluations using clinical interviews, rating scales, and behaviour-management strategies

• Autism Spectrum & PDD Assessments: structured ADOS and ADI-R sessions to clarify social communication and sensory profiles

• Anxiety Disorder Treatment: evidence-based interventions combining CBT techniques and medication reviews

• Depression Care: personalised therapy plans that integrate psychotherapeutic approaches with pharmacological support

• OCD Treatment: exposure-based techniques and medication optimisation to address obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours

• Psychosis Assessment & Care: antipsychotic management alongside supportive psychotherapy for early intervention

• PTSD & Trauma-Informed Therapy: sensitive approaches that foster stabilisation and gradual processing of distressing memories

• Therapeutic Assessment & Medical Hypnosis: innovative assessment methods and hypnosis for symptom reduction and insight

• Training & Clinical Supervision: mentoring sessions and workshops on CAMHS assessment protocols and self-harm management

Additional Information

Clinical Partners’ Leeds clinic features purpose-built consultation suites equipped with interactive digital platforms for real-time symptom tracking and outcome measurement. Moreover, sensory-friendly seating and adjustable lighting create a welcoming environment for young clients. In addition, secure telehealth consultations via encrypted video links ensure continuity of care for families who cannot attend in person.

Each client receives a bespoke resource pack—complete with visual aids, home-practice workbooks, and recommended apps—which reinforces therapeutic strategies between sessions. Consequently, families often report greater engagement and more consistent progress. Furthermore, Dr Pandit leads weekly multidisciplinary case reviews, collaborating with psychologists, speech therapists, and occupational therapists to refine integrated care plans. Therefore, every treatment pathway reflects collective expertise and the latest evidence-based practices.

Meanwhile, the clinic hosts community workshops on topics such as emotional regulation, positive behaviour support, and school transition planning. These events equip caregivers with actionable strategies and supportive peer networks beyond the clinic walls. Additionally, Dr Pandit contributes to ongoing quality improvement initiatives, ensuring that Clinical Partners remains at the forefront of innovation in child and adolescent mental health.

To begin a personalised psychiatric assessment with Dr Chhaya Pandit – Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist – Leeds, arrange your initial consultation at Clinical Partners’ Leeds clinic today. Let her specialist expertise guide your family toward clarity, confidence, and lasting well-being.