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Dr James Woolley

Consultant Psychiatrist | ADHD Specialist

BSc (Hons), MBBS, MRCP, FRCP, FRCPsych, PGDip (CBT)

Dr Woolley is available for appointments at Schoen Clinic Chelsea on Tuesdays and Fridays.


Dr Woolley trained at St Mary's Hospital Medical School in London, subsequently specialising in psychiatry at the prestigious Maudsley Hospital and Institute of Psychiatry. He undertook a further degree in psychology at University College London and achieved Membership of the Royal College of Physicians at The Royal Free Hospital London.


He also gained additional experience in psychiatry in Sydney, Australia and was elected to both the prestigious Fellowships of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (FRCPsych) in 2021 and the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP) in 2023.


Undertaking a variety of specialist posts and working with leaders in the field, has provided Dr Woolley with a wide range of expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of many conditions; from anxiety and depression to bipolar disorder, using both evidence-based medication and psychological therapy. Dr Woolley has particular expertise where mental health conditions overlap with physical illnesses.


Dr Woolley has also been actively involved in research at The Institute of Psychiatry at King's College London, leading to numerous publications in high-impact peer-reviewed scientific journals. He was appointed as a Consultant Psychiatrist over 10 years ago and has worked for much of this time in high-profile private clinics, having been a senior member of the medical team at the Priory.

Read patient feedback and outcomes and further details about Dr Woolley’s experience and qualifications.


NHS Base: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust and Honorary Consultant at Central and North West London NHS Trust


Consultant website: www.drwoolley.info


New self-funding initial appointment - £700


Dr Woolley welcomes self-funding and insured* patients to his Schoen Clinic Chelsea practice.


Book an appointment today by calling +442031462300 or complete our online registration and screening questionnaire, anytime to suit you.


*Private Medical Insurers: Bupa | AXA | Cigna | WPA | Healix | Vitality

Dr James Woolley

Areas of expertise



Awards and accolades:


  • Consultant Psychiatrist of the Year 2023 (UK Enterprise Awards)

  • Most Trusted Consultant Psychiatrist 2019 - South East England (Global Healthcare Awards)


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