Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
ADHD, Emotional Wellbeing, and Medication Support
Dr Kristy Fenton is a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist based in London, providing ADHD assessments, general psychiatric assessments, and medication support for children, adolescents, and young adults.
Her work focuses on understanding attention, behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and day-to-day functioning. Assessments are detailed and structured, drawing on developmental history, clinical interview, and information from parents, schools, and other professionals where appropriate.
The aim is to build a clear, accurate understanding of each young person’s profile, including both strengths and areas of difficulty, and to provide practical, evidence-based recommendations.
Consultant-Led Assessments
Assessments provided by an experienced Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist.
Detailed Written Reports
Clear, structured reports with practical recommendations for families, schools, and GPs.
Collaborative Approach
Liaison with parents, schools, and other professionals where appropriate and with consent.
What is Offered
- ADHD assessments
- General psychiatric assessments, including anxiety, low mood, and emotional regulation difficulties
- Medication assessment and ongoing review
Approach
Assessments are conducted in a careful and systematic way, with time taken to explore the young person’s development, current presentation, and wider context. Feedback is provided in clear, structured language, alongside written reports that can be shared with families, schools, and GPs.
For Families and Schools
Dr Fenton works closely with families and, where appropriate, liaises with schools to ensure that recommendations are practical and can be implemented in everyday settings.