Dr Hazel Fernandes – Consultant Psychiatrist – London

Dr Hazel Fernandes – Consultant Psychiatrist – London

Dr Hazel Fernandes – Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist – London practices at Clinical Partners’ London clinic. She earned her MBBS and a Diploma in Obstetrics & Gynaecology (DGO), followed by a Master of Arts in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Moreover, she completed the Certificate of Completion of Specialty Training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and holds membership with the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Consequently, she brings over 25 years of clinical experience to her work with young people and their families.

Furthermore, Dr Fernandes understands how prenatal and postnatal factors shape mental health trajectories. She therefore emphasises attachment-based approaches and early caregiving in her assessments. In addition, she adopts a compassionate problem-solving method that builds resilience in children and caregivers alike. Meanwhile, she integrates psychotherapy and pharmacology to create balanced, evidence-based treatment plans. Her warm, collaborative style ensures that every family feels heard from the first consultation.

In her NHS role, Dr Fernandes continues to refine her expertise in complex developmental and emotional disorders. Accordingly, she draws on both public and private sector insights to deliver the highest standard of care. As a result, her patients benefit from clear diagnosis, practical recommendations, and sustained support.

Services

• Adjustment Disorder Management
  Restores emotional equilibrium through structured coping strategies and resilience-building exercises.

• ADHD & Autism Spectrum Assessments
  Conducts gold-standard evaluations—including clinical interviews and multi-informant rating scales—to map attentional and social-communication profiles.

• Anxiety & Stress Therapy
  Delivers targeted interventions—such as relaxation techniques, exposure exercises, and CBT—to reduce excessive worry and panic.

• Depression Treatment
  Combines pharmacological review with evidence-based talking therapies to lift mood and enhance daily functioning.

• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Care
  Applies exposure and response prevention alongside medication optimisation to address intrusive thoughts and compulsive actions.

• Self-Harm & Crisis Intervention
  Provides immediate risk assessment, safety planning, and compassionate support to stabilise young people in distress.

• Behavioural Difficulties Support
  Offers bespoke programmes for conduct challenges, bullying, and oppositional defiant behaviours, engaging both child and family.

• Family & Parent Coaching
  Equips caregivers with practical communication techniques and therapeutic strategies to reinforce progress at home.

• Sleep Disorder Interventions
  Develops behavioural plans and medication reviews to establish healthy sleep routines and improve overall well-being.

• Trauma & Complex PTSD Therapy
  Integrates EMDR and stabilisation methods to process traumatic memories and foster long-term recovery.

• Eating Disorder Management
  Coordinates nutritional liaison and psychological therapy—such as family-based CBT—to support recovery in anorexia and bulimia.

Additional Information

Clinical Partners’ London clinic features purpose-built assessment suites with interactive digital platforms for real-time symptom tracking. Moreover, sensory-friendly décor and adjustable lighting create a welcoming environment where children feel at ease. Families complete secure online questionnaires before appointments, enabling Dr Fernandes to focus directly on therapeutic work.

In addition, the clinic offers telehealth consultations via encrypted video, ensuring continuity for busy families or those at a distance. Each client receives a bespoke resource pack, complete with visual aids, home-practice workbooks, and recommended digital apps. Therefore, children reinforce new skills between sessions and maintain momentum outside the clinic.

Weekly multidisciplinary case reviews bring together psychiatrists, psychologists, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapists to refine care plans collaboratively. Consequently, every treatment plan reflects collective expertise and the latest clinical guidance. Additionally, Clinical Partners hosts regular community workshops on emotional resilience, positive behaviour support, and school-transition strategies. Participants leave with practical tools and supportive peer networks beyond clinic walls.

To begin your child’s tailored psychiatric journey, arrange an initial consultation with Dr Hazel Fernandes – Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist – London today. Let her specialist knowledge and compassionate approach guide your family toward clarity, confidence, and lasting well-being.