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Dr Alex Cappai

Psychiatry

Verified by EuroClinics European Board of Psychiatry Trust score 98/100

5 60 verified reviews

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English · Italian · Spanish
6,351+ Patients seen
12 Years practising
13 h-index
5 / 5 Patient rating
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From 360.00 EUR first consult
Next slot 2026-05-22 09:00
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Specialises in
  • Psychiatric evaluation
  • Medication management
  • CBT session (45m)
  • Family therapy
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About Dr Alex Cappai

Dr Alex Cappai is a Consultant Psychiatrist and a Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists. She specialises in General Adult Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry and is a qualified expert witness for criminal and civil courts. She obtained her medical degree in Medicine and Surgery in Italy, equivalent to an MBBS, and has over 18 years’ experience working in psychiatry. Dr Cappai has worked as a General Adult Psychiatrist in Italy and has been practising within the NHS since 2012. Her clinical experience spans a range of settings, including community mental health services, general psychiatric hospitals, secure forensic hospitals, and prison services. Dr Cappai has a specialist interest in neurodevelopmental conditions, particularly Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). She is currently employed as a Consultant Psychiatrist in an NHS Adult ADHD Clinic at North London NHS Foundation Trust. Her work includes the assessment, diagnosis and management of ADHD, including cases where ADHD coexists with other mental health conditions. In addition to her clinical practice, Dr Cappai has been involved in psychiatric research, teaching and quality improvement initiatives. She has presented at national and international conferences and has published research in peer-reviewed journals. Her clinical work includes the assessment and treatment of a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including neurodevelopmental disorders, personality disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, and complex trauma. She provides general psychiatric consultations as well as Adult ADHD assessments, with treatment plans that may include medication, psychological therapies and lifestyle considerations.

"Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions."

— Dr Alex Cappai, on practice philosophy

Credentials & verification

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Medical license

Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC) · GB

#GB-908887

Valid until 2028-12-31

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Certified

Board certification

European Board of Psychiatry

#EB-E6BBC36E

Renewal due 2025

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In good standing

Malpractice cover

AXA Healthcare Liability

2,000,000 EUR

Valid until 2026-12-31

No claims on file

Education & training

  1. 2004–2010
    MD · Medicine and Surgery

    Universidad Complutense de Madrid (GB)

  2. 2010–2014
    Residency · Psychiatry

    Universidad de Sevilla (GB)

  3. 2014–2015
    Fellowship · Subspecialty training

    Cleveland Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2014-09–2015-08
    Junior consultant

    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Psychiatry

Procedures & conditions

Procedure Code Lifetime volume
Psychiatric evaluation 90791 2,413
Medication management 90833 1,106
CBT session (45m) 90834 1,629
Family therapy 90847 2,288

Patient reviews

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bedside manner 5
knowledge 5
wait time 4.75
staff friendliness 5
ease of appointment 4.9
value for money 4.92
would recommend pct 99
★★★★★

"Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming."

Anna B. · 2026-05-28 Verified
★★★★★

"Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend."

Marco V. · 2026-04-25 Verified
★★★★

"Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent."

Helena F. · 2026-04-14 Verified
Patients seen 7,436
Avg rating 5 / 5
Typical wait 3 days
Research h-index 13

Recognition & press

Awards

  • Top-rated Psychiatry — — EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 regional
  • Excellence in Patient Care — National Society · 2024 national
  • Young Investigator Award — European Society · 2023 international

Society memberships

  • European Psychiatric Association — Member · since 2015
  • World Psychiatric Association — Member · since 2015
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2015

Your consultation, step by step

  1. 1 Choose a slot
  2. 2 Brief pre-consult form
  3. 3 Consultation
  4. 4 Follow-up note & plan

Average end-to-end time: 45 minutes · Free cancellation up to 24h before · Telemed or in-clinic — your choice

Services & pricing

New patient consultation (60m)

60 min in_clinic|telemed

Follow-up consultation (30m)

30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone

CBT session (45m)

120 min in_clinic

Family therapy

90 min in_clinic

Insurance compatibility

In-network Direct billing
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For international patients

Multilingual care

Coordinator: Patient liaison · alessandra.cappai@euroclinics.example. Care delivered in English · Italian · Spanish.

Travel & transfer

Aftercare worldwide

Coordinated follow-up by request.

Research & publications

h-index: 13 · i10: 10

Selected publications

  1. Outcomes of Psychiatry in adults — a multi-centre cohort

    Dr Alex Cappai, et al. · JAMA Psychiatry, 2025

  2. European registry analysis of Psychiatry outcomes

    Dr Alex Cappai, et al. · World Psychiatry, 2024

  3. Outcomes of Psychiatry in adults — a multi-centre cohort

    Dr Alex Cappai, et al. · JAMA Psychiatry, 2023

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Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Psychiatry · European Annual Congress (Psychiatry) · Vienna · 2024
  • Single-centre experience in Psychiatry · National Society Meeting · · 2023

Articles by Dr Alex Cappai

Frequently asked

01. Do you accept new patients?

Dr Alex Cappai is currently accepting new patients. Use the booking module to choose a slot.

02. Which languages can I be seen in?

Consultations are available in English, Italian, Spanish.

03. Is the consultation in-person or online?

Most services are offered both in-clinic and via telemedicine. Each service card above marks its modalities.

04. Do you accept my insurance?

In-network with major international insurers (Allianz Worldwide, AXA Global, BUPA Global and others). Use the "Verify my insurance" button to confirm your plan.

05. What is the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your slot. Last-minute cancellations may incur a small administrative fee.

06. How is my health data protected?

All records are stored on EU servers, field-level encrypted, and GDPR compliant. Data is never shared with third parties without your explicit consent.

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