
Professional statement
Dr Nima Leffler is a child and adolescent consultant psychiatrist based in Guildford, Surrey, specialising in the assessment of ADHD and Autism. She works privately at Psychiatrist for Children and has extensive experience supporting children, young people, and their families across a wide range of mental health and neurodevelopmental conditions.
Her subspecialist areas include ADHD and Autism assessments, along with ADHD medication management when this is considered appropriate in addition to behavioural strategies. Dr Leffler has over fifteen years of clinical experience and completed her higher specialist training at South West London and St George’s NHS Trust, an organisation recognised for its strong psychiatric training and family-centred approach. Her work is grounded in careful assessment, clear communication, and treatment planning that is tailored to each young person’s needs.
She assesses within a multidisciplinary team and draws on a broad range of evidence-based approaches, combining therapeutic and systemic methods with medication when required. Her practice includes psychoeducation, behavioural strategies, parenting guidance, lifestyle measures, and techniques aimed at reducing stress and improving wellbeing. Her neurodevelopmental assessments are detailed, structured, and designed to give families clarity and practical direction. Dr Leffler is CQC registered, ensuring her practice meets the standards expected of NHS services.
Dr Leffler is a Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists and is registered with the General Medical Council as a consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist. She also holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education, has published work internationally, and contributes to training, supervision, and service development. Her approach reflects a strong commitment to thoughtful, patient-centred care and effective communication with both young people and their families.
Clinics

Psychiatrist For Children
Guildford, St Mary's Terrace, Mill Ln, Guildford GU1 3TZ, UKMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- Child and adolescent consultant psychiatrist, Psychiatrist for Children
- Child and adolescent consultant psychiatrist, Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Subspecialties
- ADHD diagnostic assessments
- Autism diagnostic assessments
Professional memberships
- The Association of Child and Adolescent Mental Health (ACAMH)
- Royal College of Psychiatrists
Education
- PGCert in Medical Education
- MRCPsych, Royal College of Psychiatrists
Publications and conferences
- National Poster: International Congress of the Royal College of psychiatrists 2021 The efficacy of quality management improvement system (QMIS) on reducing waiting times within SCT CAMHS team.
- International Poster and Audit: International Congress of the Royal College of Psychiatrists 2012. Plus re-audit presented 2013. No mental health without physical health.
Languages spoken
- English
Reviews
- Would you recommend this doctor?
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- Treatment of the staff
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- Really friendly reassuring treatment. Dr Leffler put us at ease from the very beginning talking to us in a non patronising, down to earth manner. I couldn’t recommend Dr Leffler enough.
- Dr Nima was insightful and compassionate. Super professional and generous with her time.
- Dr Leffler was fantastic. She was so friendly and professional, and made us feel completely at ease from the start. She explained everything thoroughly, making sure we felt comfortable every step of the way. She made what could have been a stressful experience feel easy and manageable. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her or use her again.