Dr Mahesh Kulkarni – Consultant Psychiatrist- London

Dr Mahesh Kulkarni – Consultant Psychiatrist- London

Dr Mahesh Kulkarni – Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist – London practices at Clinical Partners’ London clinic. He earned his MBBS from the University of Mumbai and completed CCST in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry through the Specialist Training Authority of the Royal Medical Colleges, UK. Moreover, he holds MRCPsych status with the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Consequently, he brings over 15 years of NHS experience, including a Clinical Team Lead role in the Emotional and Behaviour Disorders Team at Luton CAMHS.

Furthermore, Dr Kulkarni works as a Consultant for East London NHS Foundation Trust, where he manages complex presentations under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act. He specialises in ADHD, Behavioural Problems, Depression, OCD, and Anxiety Disorders, applying holistic methods from Systemic, Psychodynamic, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Meanwhile, he delivers group therapy programmes that support young people in developing resilience and coping skills. His peers describe him as a kind, committed, and thorough clinician who champions collaborative care with families and multidisciplinary teams.

Services

• ADHD Assessments & Management
  Conducts structured clinical interviews and rating-scale administration to clarify attention and executive-function profiles.

• Behavioural Problems Support
  Designs family-focused programmes that address conduct challenges, improve relationships, and reinforce positive behaviours.

• Depression Therapy
  Combines CBT-informed talking therapy with medication review to lift mood and restore daily functioning.

• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Care
  Applies exposure and response prevention alongside psychopharmacological optimisation to reduce intrusive thoughts and compulsions.

• Anxiety Disorder Treatment
  Delivers relaxation training, cognitive restructuring, and graded exposure to decrease excessive worry and panic.

• Mood Disorder – Severe & Treatment-Resistant
  Offers advanced pharmacological strategies, psychoeducation, and relapse-prevention planning for complex mood presentations.

• Psychiatric Assessments
  Provides comprehensive diagnostic evaluations to inform personalised care plans for children and adolescents.

• Panic Attack Intervention
  Utilises targeted breathing techniques, cognitive reframing, and supportive therapy to manage acute panic symptoms.

• Group Therapy Programmes
  Facilitates peer-support groups that develop social skills, emotional regulation, and collaborative problem solving.

• Family & Carer Liaison
  Coaches caregivers to embed therapeutic strategies at home, thereby reinforcing progress between sessions.

• Forensic Psychiatry Consultation
  Leverages extensive forensic experience to assess and support young people involved in legal settings.

Additional Information

Clinical Partners’ London clinic features purpose-built consultation rooms with interactive digital platforms for real-time symptom tracking and outcome measurement. Moreover, sensory-friendly décor and adjustable lighting create a calm environment that helps young clients feel at ease. Before each appointment, families complete secure online questionnaires via a protected portal, which optimises face-to-face time for core therapeutic work.

In addition, the clinic offers telehealth consultations through encrypted video links, ensuring continuity of care when travel proves challenging. Each person receives a bespoke resource pack, including visual aids, home-practice workbooks, and recommended digital apps. Consequently, clients reinforce new strategies between sessions and monitor their own progress through a protected dashboard.

Furthermore, weekly multidisciplinary case reviews bring together psychiatrists, psychologists, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapists. Therefore, every care plan benefits from collective expertise and the latest evidence-based guidance. Additionally, Clinical Partners hosts regular community workshops on topics such as emotional resilience, positive behaviour support, and school-transition strategies. Families leave with practical tools and supportive peer networks beyond clinic walls.

To begin your child’s tailored psychiatric journey, arrange an initial assessment with Dr Mahesh Kulkarni – Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist – London today. Let his specialist expertise guide your family toward clarity, confidence, and lasting well-being.