In the quiet hours, after the emails, the errands, the meals, and the mental load, many women find themselves running on empty. In today’s hyper-connected world, we’re often expected to juggle careers, relationships, health, and home with grace. But behind the appearance of balance, many of us are silently navigating something much more complex: poor sleep, persistent overwhelm, or a sense that focus is slipping through our fingers.
And while “just push through” has become an unspoken mantra, an increasing number of women are seeking a different way forward.
Enter Private Psychiatry London : a specialist mental health clinic offering personalised assessments for Adult ADHD , sleep issues , and emotional wellbeing , all with a quiet, thoughtful approach that honours your lived experience. With flexible appointments and a deep understanding of how modern life impacts the female mind, it’s a refreshingly human alternative to the usual rushed and rigid healthcare experience.
A more nuanced view of mental health
For many women, the signs of mental strain aren’t loud. They’re subtle; brain fog, irritability, feeling wired at bedtime or waking up tired no matter how many hours you’ve had. Often, it’s hard to tell whether it’s burnout, hormones, anxiety, or something else entirely.
This is where Private Psychiatry gently changes the narrative. Rather than slotting you into a one-size-fits-all category, their team, led by Dr Bruna Sanader Vukadinovic , looks at the full picture: your sleep, your focus, your history, your life.
Meet the expert: Dr Bruna Sanader Vukadinovic
With a rare dual specialism in adult ADHD and sleep medicine , Dr Bruna brings both deep clinical knowledge and a warm, whole-person approach. Trained at Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich and now also practicing within the NHS at University College London Hospitals, she blends the best of traditional psychiatry with a keen understanding of the unique challenges women face.
She’s also a member of respected medical associations across Europe and the UK, but it’s not just her credentials that stand out. Patients often describe her as someone who listens fully, speaks gently, and sees them clearly, sometimes for the first time in years.
Could it be ADHD?
For too long, ADHD in women has been overlooked or misdiagnosed. Symptoms often show up as internal struggles: difficulty concentrating, emotional sensitivity, time blindness, or a relentless sense of underachievement despite working hard.
At Private Psychiatry, ADHD assessments are thoughtful, not checklist-based. Each consultation includes a full clinical history, professional screening tools, and the space to discuss how your symptoms play out in real life. Appointments are typically available within a week or two; no long waiting lists, no dismissive attitudes.
And for many women, receiving a diagnosis isn’t just a label, it’s a liberation. It marks the beginning of a new, more compassionate way of understanding themselves.
As one patient put it: “Being told I had ADHD didn’t feel like a problem. It felt like a solution. Suddenly, everything made sense. And with the right support, I’m thriving in ways I didn’t know were possible.”
Sleep: the missing piece
We all know sleep matters, but it’s often the first thing we sacrifice when life gets busy. Insomnia, night-time anxiety, and disrupted sleep rhythms can chip away at resilience, even when everything else looks fine on the outside.
Private Psychiatry offers in-depth sleep assessments for women dealing with chronic insomnia, early waking, or difficulty unwinding at night. Dr Bruna also works as a consultant at the NHS-run Insomnia Clinic at the Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine, bringing advanced clinical insight to her private work.
Treatment is always tailored and may include CBT for insomnia (CBT-I) , lifestyle strategies , guided relaxation , or medication review, depending on your needs. The emphasis is always on empowering you, not over-medicalising the process.
Sleep and focus are deeply intertwined, and the clinic’s dual specialism means both are considered together, so you’re not left wondering which came first.
What makes private psychiatry different?
In a world of five-minute appointments and “come back if it gets worse,” Private Psychiatry offers something quietly radical: time, care, and individual attention.
Here’s what sets them apart:
Fast-track access to experienced psychiatrists Evening and weekend availability A calm, respectful space – online or in-person Evidence-based care without judgment A focus on you – not just your symptoms
Whether you’re dealing with lifelong challenges or a sudden shift in your mental state, the clinic provides clarity, compassion and a clear path forward.
Rediscover what it feels like to thrive
Mental wellness isn’t about “fixing” yourself, it’s about reconnecting with who you are underneath the noise, the tiredness, the to-do lists. It’s about finding space to breathe and tools that actually work for your life.
If you’ve been quietly coping for too long, Private Psychiatry may be the turning point you’ve been waiting for.
Ready to take the first step?
Visit Private Psychiatry to explore ADHD and sleep assessments designed with women in mind. Because clarity, focus and rest aren’t luxuries – they’re your foundation.
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