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Dr Kevin Pankhurst is a consultant general adult psychiatrist and the founder of Pankhurst Psychiatry, an independent private practice providing psychiatric assessment and treatment to adults across Surrey and Berkshire. With over 15 years' experience in psychiatry, he has a special interest and extensive expertise in adult ADHD, including comprehensive diagnostic assessment, complex differential diagnosis, titration and long‑term pharmacological management, and the assessment of ADHD where it can co‑occurs with mood, anxiety, autism spectrum, substance‑use and emotionally unstable presentations.
Through Pankhurst Psychiatry, Dr Pankhurst consults from three clinic locations: Berkshire Grove Hospital in Maidenhead, Esher Groves Clinic in Esher, and Jo Gee Psychological Therapies in Guildford.
At Jo Gee Psychological Therapies he works collaboratively alongside the practice's DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) team and wider psychological therapies service, providing integrated psychiatric assessment, diagnostic clarification and medication management for patients engaged in DBT and other evidence‑based psychological therapies. This joint working is particularly suited to adults presenting with emotional dysregulation, self‑harm, complex trauma, co‑morbid ADHD, where coordinated psychiatric and psychological input meaningfully improves outcomes.
Alongside his private practice, Dr Pankhurst is a consultant psychiatrist with Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, working in community general adult mental health services and providing clinical and educational supervision to psychiatry trainees.
His approach is holistic and collaborative, integrating biological, psychological and social perspectives, built on careful diagnostic formulation and a strong therapeutic alliance. Treatment plans typically combine evidence‑based pharmacological management with practical, skills‑based strategies and, where appropriate, joint working with psychological therapists.
Dr Pankhurst qualified MB ChB at the University of Stellenbosch and completed his M.Med (Psychiatry) at the University of the Free State. He is a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, the British Medical Association, and other national and international professional bodies in psychiatry and psychopharmacology.
Clinics
Pankhurst Psychiatry - Esher Groves Private Clinic
13-17 Church Street, Esher, KT10 8QSMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 30 years of experience
- Consultant psychiatrist, Berkshire Grove Clinic (Present)
Subspecialties
- Substance issues
- Addictive and risky behaviours
Professional memberships
- Royal College of Psychiatrists (RCPsych)
- British Medical Association (BMA)
Education
- M.Med (Psychiatry) University of Free State, South Africa (2004)
- MB ChB, University of Stellenbosch, South Africa (1995)
Teaching posts
- Educational and clinical supervisor for trainees, Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Languages spoken
- Afrikaans
- English
Registration number: 4332240
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- I have just had my initial meeting with Dr Pankhurst. He was patient, thorough and reassuring throughout. This morning I received a very detailed and incredibly thought provoking report from him, less than a day after we met! Hugely impressive.
- First appointment went really well. I felt very welcomed and comfortable to talk openly. Left feeling listened to with a plan in place.
- Dr Pankhurst is a fantastic doctor and I would have no hesitation referring him to a friend or contact. He combines a deep knowledge of his field with a relaxed and calm manner, which means that his overall service delivery is fantastic and effective. Dr Pankhurst has helped me on a number of levels and I have been extremely for his support and guidance.
- Dr Pankhurst is an excellent psychiatrist. He is calm, kind and completely professional. He put me at ease at a time when I was unwell and finding things very hard. Couldn’t recommend him more highly.
- Kevin has a professional and caring manner.
- Very measured and skilled handling particularly of difficult issues at difficult times. Always supportive and helpful.
- Dr Pankhurst provides support and signposting without pushing an agenda whilst working in collaboration with his patients for positive outcomes
- I cannot recommend Dr. Kevin Pankhurst highly enough. From the very first appointment, I felt genuinely heard and at ease. Dr. Pankhurst has a rare and wonderful ability to create a calm, unhurried space where you feel safe to open up at your own pace. He never rushes or makes you feel like you’re on the clock — instead, he listens with real attentiveness and gives you the time and space you need to explore what you’re going through. What sets Dr Pankhurst apart is his genuine compassion. Expert
- Kevin is a professional kind human being. Through his care and kindness I have managed to take control of my mental health to live a better, happier life knowing I am in control and have the coping mechanisms to activate. I can’t thank him enough x I highly recommend Kevin!