Robin Lawrence

Overview

Robin Lawrence is a Consultant Psychiatrist with decades of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of adult mental disorders. He combines psychiatric medication management with psychotherapeutic work, offering integrated care that addresses both acute symptoms and longer-term psychological change. The profile highlights his long association with 96 Harley Street where he has practised for many years and where he is Director of the medical practice and 96 Harley Psychotherapy.

Dr Lawrence’s practice emphasises a balance between pharmacological expertise and psychotherapeutic insight. He treats a broad range of recognised mental health conditions and is also available for public speaking on topics related to adult psychiatry.

Best for

This clinician is best suited for adults seeking combined psychiatric assessment, medication management and psychotherapy for common and complex mental health conditions. Typical clients include individuals presenting with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, neurodevelopmental conditions and addictive problems who would benefit from an integrated medical and talking-therapy approach.

• Adults with depression and low mood
• People experiencing anxiety disorders or panic-type symptoms
• Individuals with attention-deficit difficulties or obsessive-compulsive symptoms

Approach

The practice combines evidence-based psychiatric assessment with psychotherapeutic interventions. Dr Lawrence uses psychiatric formulation to identify immediate symptom drivers and then integrates talking therapies where appropriate to support longer-term change and recovery. This combined approach allows for both rapid symptom relief through medication when indicated and parallel work on psychological processes that sustain mental health.

Treatment typically begins with a thorough psychiatric assessment, including history-taking and diagnostic clarification. When medication is prescribed, it is offered alongside psychotherapy rather than as a standalone intervention, reflecting the clinician’s view that psychotherapeutic insight is often indispensable to sustained mental health outcomes.

Education and Training

Dr Lawrence holds MB ChB, MRCP (UK) and MRCPsych and is PSE-trained. He trained in Medicine and Surgery at Birmingham University, completed psychiatric training at the Maudsley Hospital and has worked for many years as a senior mental health professional. He is Director of 96 Harley Street medical practice and 96 Harley Psychotherapy.

Support

Clients are supported through structured assessment, treatment planning and follow-up. The practice emphasizes safety, clinical governance and ethical boundaries, ensuring medication is prescribed appropriately and that psychotherapeutic work is offered with clear goals and reviews.

Support includes preparation and follow-up discussions as part of integrated care, and referral pathways are used when specialist or adjunct services are required. The clinician also offers public speaking and professional engagement on adult psychiatry topics.

Practical details

Consultations are provided from 96 Harley Street in central London; the listing presents a clear in-person clinic location. Booking is via the practice contact details and the practice website. Sessions combine psychiatric review and psychotherapy as clinically indicated. Languages of service are presented in English.

• Location: 96 Harley Street, London W1G 7HY (in-person clinic)

This description was generated based on information from the official website and other materials provided by the provider.