Dr. Priyalakshmi Chowdhury

Dr Chowdhury explained everything very…

Dr Chowdhury explained everything very clearly about the process and also how ADHD symptoms can present in women.

She took a thorough history and was very empathetic which put me at ease during what is a very long assessment. She repeated and re-worded questions when needed and really listened to what I was saying.

By owning my truth, my struggles and my personality, I’ve been able to find and accept help. I’m proud to have made changes to improve my quality of life. Forever thankful for Dr Chowdhury’s care.

For years, I refused to believe there was something “wrong” with me. I believed that was just “me”. I masked my struggles behind perfectionism, distraction, and constant exhaustion—barely scraping through academic milestones, always feeling like I wasn’t enough. I knew I should be more consistent, organised, cautious… but I simply couldn’t. I lived in a cycle of burnout, distraction, and shame—never realising there could be a neurological reason for it all.

It wasn’t until I became a parent that I could no longer keep up the act. I was mentally and emotionally drained—despite only spinning the ‘essential’ plates of parenting, the home, and myself. Even without the pressures of work or study, I was drowning. At first, I thought it was depression. But antidepressants only dulled me—they didn’t make me feel like me.

Eventually, I stumbled across ADHD—something my brother and father were both diagnosed with—and it was like reading the story of my life. At first, accepting that I might have ADHD felt like failure. But the more I learned, the more it felt like freedom. Now I know that ADHD isn’t a flaw—it’s a difference. And with the right support, that difference can be understood, accommodated, and even embraced.

Dr Chowdhury was central to that journey. Her care—both during and after diagnosis—was professional, compassionate, and deeply human. She took time to understand my entire story, from childhood to adulthood, showing how ADHD had affected every corner of my life. Her understanding helped me break through the cultural stigma and shame I’d internalised. She never judged me—only guided me with kindness, clarity, and high professional and ethical standards.

I was seen quickly and thoroughly. Although the process was a financial stretch, it was one of the best investments I’ve ever made. For the first year, I used the diagnosis to seek behavioural support and environmental changes independently. But eventually, I realised I needed more. I returned to Dr Chowdhury in 2025 to explore medication, and it’s been a journey of growth ever since. Medication always arrived on time with no gaps in my treatment.

Titration was hard at first, but Dr Chowdhury handled everything with patience and care. She helped manage side effects and worked around my other chronic conditions. There were no delays, no unanswered questions—just support. Her admin team made the process smooth, easy to understand, and always efficient. It was refreshing to see that Dr Chowdhury was genuinely professionally concerned about the quality of the titration process, rather than the speed of it. I felt that I could take my time to trial its effectiveness, looking at how it fits into my life and circumstances, and tell her how I felt, at each titration appointment. Now I am very happy with the my current dose and I feel that I am at my optimum, improving the quality of my life in all areas.

Since starting medication, my life has genuinely transformed. The shame, the frustration, the constant overwhelm—they’re no longer daily battles. I can start tasks, follow through, and finish things without spiraling into self-doubt. I’ve become more present with my children, more hopeful about my future, and more in tune with who I truly am.

To anyone who suspects they might have ADHD—but feels unsure, afraid, or ashamed—I urge you to explore the possibility.

It’s important to say that medication is not a quick-fix to an easy life or a magic pill. It also requires conscious behavioural change and self-awareness everyday, to improve. Behaviours from 34 years, living unmedicated, don’t change over night.

But with the right diagnosis and the right care, your life can change in ways you didn’t even know were possible. You can make your life more manageable with the right clinical support, and see some improvements, with consistent effort and time. Mine did.

Thank you, Dr Chowdhury and ADHD Centre, for helping me rediscover myself. Highly recommend to others who desperately need the support to thrive.

Dr Chowdhury was incredible

Dr Chowdhury was incredible. Compassionate and committed during the whole process. Anyone sceptical of using a private medical service, I can confidently say my care and wellbeing was the primary objective and Dr Chowdhury has supported through my diagnosis and titration period and is now working towards my NHS shared care agreement.

Dr Chowdhury

Dr Chowdhury, was very clear, approachable and understanding. I was seeking a second opinion as I had a bad experience with my first diagnosis and lack of subsequent treatment. Elizabeth her secretary has communicated very well right from me first booking the assessment

great experience

Dr Chowdhury gave me my assessment this morning, she was very kind and understanding. She accommodated a break for me and relieved any nerves. She told me about my diagnosis and explained the next steps to me very carefully.

Life-Changing Support from Dr. Chowdhury and The ADHD Centre

Suffering from what I assumed was Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) my entire life, I was fortunate to have someone notice traits of ADHD that could be the root cause of my struggles. With NHS wait times nearing two years, I decided to seek private help. I was incredibly nervous, so I researched extensively before choosing The ADHD Centre, specifically Dr. Chowdhury. Her reviews made me feel the most comfortable, and I’m so glad I trusted them.

The process was extremely straightforward, but I was still filled with dread before my first appointment. That all disappeared the moment I met Dr. Chowdhury. She is so easy to talk to, and for someone like me, who finds it hard to open up, her calming presence made all the difference. I felt heard, understood, and supported throughout the entire process.

I was diagnosed with ADHD (combination type) and have been guided through titration and a medication change. This has been the best investment I’ve ever made in myself. My quality of life has vastly improved, and I truly believe that Dr. Chowdhury’s compassionate attitude played a huge role in that. She creates a safe space for open and candid conversations during reviews, which has been crucial in finding the right treatment plan for me.

If you’re considering The ADHD Centre or Dr. Chowdhury, I can’t recommend them enough. Their support has been life-changing, and I’m incredibly grateful for the care I’ve received.