Co-Founder
Co-Founder
Consultant Psychiatrist, MBBS, Dip Level 5 Management and Leadership, Dip Level 5 Health and Social, PgDip Clinical Psychiatry, PgDip Business Administration, MRCPsych, MSc Clinical Psychiatry, Master in Business Administration Fellowship in Addiction Medicine, Senior Fellowship In Medical Leadership and Management
Dr. Sai Achuthan is a highly accomplished psychiatrist with an impressive array of academic achievements and professional experience. He obtained his MBBS degree from Malaysia and completed his consultancy in General Adult Psychiatry in the United Kingdom. Demonstrating his commitment to continuous learning and specialization, Dr. Achuthan further pursued a fellowship in Addiction Medicine, equipping him with the expertise to treat substance use disorders effectively.
Dr. Achuthan’s educational background is remarkably diverse, spanning both clinical and management domains. He holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychiatry, a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration, Master’s in Business Administration and Level 5 Diplomas in Leadership and Management in Healthcare and Health and Social Care along side his MRCPsych. This unique combination of clinical knowledge and management skills positions him as a well-rounded professional, capable of navigating complex healthcare systems and providing exceptional patient care. Additionally, Dr. Achuthan has been recognized with a prestigious award with a Senior Fellowship in Medical Leadership and Management, further highlighting his expertise in healthcare administration. The interesting part is Dr Achuthan is also currently awaiting completion of his Master in Psychology making a robust all rounder mental health consultant.
In the past, Dr. Achuthan held prominent leadership roles, serving as a Deputy Regional Medical Director and Medical Director for an independent organization. These positions showcased his ability to apply his extensive knowledge and skills to guide healthcare teams and optimize patient outcomes. His influence extends beyond his immediate work environment, as he also Chair’s the Royal College South West Division and serves as Vice Chair of the Approval Panel for South England Section 12 and Approved Clinicians. Furthermore, Dr. Achuthan co-chaired the development of a formal education program for specialty doctors nationally within an independent mental health organization, contributing to the advancement of professional development in the field. These roles demonstrate his active involvement in shaping the future of psychiatry and ensuring the highest standards of care.
Dr. Achuthan’s particular areas of interest and expertise lie in neurodevelopmental psychiatry, specifically in conducting assessments for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). His dedication to these areas underscores his commitment to improving the lives of individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions by providing accurate diagnoses and tailored treatment plans. Dr. Achuthan’s enthusiasm for ADHD and ASD assessments suggests a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by patients with these disorders and a desire to advance the field through evidence-based practices.
His excellence in the field of psychiatry has been widely recognized through numerous accolades. In 2023, Dr. Achuthan was honoured with the prestigious Consultant of the Year award, acknowledging his outstanding contributions to patient care and clinical practice. The following year, in 2024, he received the esteemed Medical Leader of the Year award in a national competition held by one of the largest independent mental health providers in the United Kingdom. Furthermore, Dr. Achuthan was recognized as one of the Top 100 Influential People in the UK, a testament to his significant impact on the field of psychiatry and healthcare as a whole alongside being featured in an international magazine Insight Success as the Trailblazing Leader to watch out in 2025.
Beyond his expertise in neurodevelopmental assessments, Dr. Achuthan boasts a diverse background in various psychiatric domains. He has extensive experience in clinical ASD and ADHD assessments, rehabilitation psychiatry, learning disability psychiatry, and personality disorders. This broad range of knowledge allows him to provide comprehensive care to patients with complex needs and to offer valuable insights to his colleagues and the wider medical community. Dr. Achuthan’s multifaceted experience enables him to approach patient care and healthcare management with a holistic perspective, considering the interplay between different aspects of mental health and tailoring treatments accordingly.
In conclusion, Dr. Sai Achuthan is an exemplary psychiatrist who has made significant contributions to the field through his clinical expertise, leadership, and dedication to improving patient care. His impressive academic background, diverse skill set, and commitment to neurodevelopmental psychiatry make him a valuable asset to the medical community. As he continues to shape the future of psychiatry through his work and leadership roles, Dr. Achuthan’s impact on the lives of patients and the advancement of mental healthcare is undeniable.
CEO & Co-Founder
Consultant Psychiatrist, MD, MRCPsych
Dr Dave Barker is a highly experienced consultant psychiatrist with extensive expertise across nearly all core fields of adult psychiatry. With over 30 years of clinical experience, he has demonstrated proficiency in general adult, forensic, addiction, older adult, rehabilitation and neuropsychiatry. Dr Barker obtained his medical degree from the University of Southampton in 1991. He became a Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists in 1996 and achieved the very prestigious award of Fellowship of the Royal College in November 2024 (FRCPsych).
Throughout his career, he has held various consultant roles, showcasing his versatility in adult psychiatry. Dr Barker’s comprehensive understanding of adult psychiatry is further enhanced by his academic pursuits, including holding two master’s degrees in the allied subjects of anthropology and philosophy, gained from the University College London and the University of Bristol respectively. He has published a number of scientific papers in major journals including the British Journal of Psychiatry and the Journal of the American Medical Association. In addition, Dr Barker is currently doing a PhD in philosophy of the mind at the University of Bristol.
Dr Barker has extensive medical leadership experience spanning over 15 years, including serving in a senior regional role with a major national healthcare company where he provided strategic medical leadership across an entire geographical region, overseeing clinical excellence, quality improvement initiatives including research, ensuring excellent recruitment and retention, and professional development programmes. His transformational leadership abilities were demonstrated when he successfully turned around a hospital in that region when he was Medical Director. He is a Member of the Faculty of Medical Leadership and Management, reflecting his commitment to advancing medical leadership standards and best practices across the healthcare sector.
Dr Barker is a highly experienced expert witness with specialist forensic psychiatry training, holding a Certificate of Completed Specialist Training (CCST) in Forensic Psychiatry since 2004 and registration on the General Medical Council Forensic Psychiatry Specialist Register. He has prepared over 100 medico-legal and court reports, providing expert testimony in Magistrates, County and Crown Courts on numerous occasions. His expertise extends to reports for the Parole Board, Crown Prosecution Service, and various civil and criminal cases including personal injury and employment tribunals. To maintain the highest standards, he has completed comprehensive Bond Solon training in most areas of Criminal and Civil Law. More recently his special interests have been related to neuropsychiatry cases.
Dr Barker is ADOS-2 and ADI-R trained for autism spectrum disorder assessments and has years of experience completing ADHD and ASD assessments. He has consistently achieved 5-star ratings and excellent reviews throughout. He maintains a very special interest in all neurodiverse conditions, bringing this expertise to his former role as Responsible Clinician and Consultant within a neuropsychiatry rehabilitation hospital in the past year.
Dr Barker is one of the Training Directors within the Royal College of Psychiatrists. He is a Member of the Academy of Medical Educators, a Member of the Association for the Study of Medical Education, and a Member of the Royal Society of Medicine. He was awarded Medical Leader of the Year for a major national company in 2021.
