Psychiatrist, psychologist or therapist: which one do you need Reviewed by Dr Mark Silvert, Consultant Psychiatrist and Medical Director, The Blue Tree Clinic Last updated: June 2026. The simplest way to tell them apart: a psychiatrist is a medical doctor who can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication; a psychologist provides assessment and talking […]
(Emotional Support Animal having undergone its checks and with Bluetree documentation on the Eurostar between Paris and London – posted with consent from owner) In the world of psychiatry and mental health, there’s a heartwarming tale unfolding at The Bluetree Clinic in London—one that involves furry companions known as Emotional Support Animals (ESAs). These fluffy […]
2020’s aspiring Bluetree psychologist and intern, Alexis Baker writes about life in the new normal….. As lockdown eases, shops are beginning to open, people are retuning to work, and life in general is getting busier. Perhaps you have also started meeting up with friends for that long-awaited face-to-face catch up? We are all gradually moving […]
Why Can’t I Keep My New Year’s Resolution? Blue Tree intern and aspiring psychologist Maddy Lykourgos describes the pressures of a new year and the dreaded resolutions… Happy New Year from your team here at The Blue Tree Clinic! It’s that time of year again, once the festivities are over and the hard work seems […]
The Benefits of Taking Medications (Arguments For and Against) One of our client’s requested we talk about medication in today’s podcast. Charlotte Turner (Clinic Manager and Nutrionist) and Dr Mark Silvert discuss this interesting topic, talking about personal experiences, and research. Listen here if you have a spare 15 minutes!