Compulsive behaviours such as substance use, gambling, or excessive work or gaming can disrupt health, relationships, and daily life. Dr McCann offers discreet, specialist psychiatric care for those struggling with these challenges, providing clear diagnosis, tailored treatment plans, and access to trusted therapeutic support where appropriate.
Every patient’s circumstances are different. Dr McCann works with you to identify the underlying causes of dependency and to design a treatment plan that reflects your personal goals. His approach is evidence-based, combining psychiatric expertise with proven therapeutic strategies to help you regain balance and build lasting resilience.
Dr McCann is recognised by most major private medical insurers, including Bupa, AXA Health, AVIVA, Allianz, WPA, and Vitality. If your insurer is not listed, we recommend contacting them directly to confirm your level of cover for outpatient psychiatry. Many providers will reimburse some or all of the treatment costs.
Appointments are available for adults and young people aged 16 and above.
The first step is a detailed assessment with Dr McCann. This session explores the challenges you are facing and forms the basis of a personalised treatment plan. The assessment also allows time to discuss your expectations and to agree on the most appropriate next steps.
Dr McCann provides comprehensive care for both substance use disorders and behavioural compulsions, addressing the psychological and physical aspects of recovery. His services include:
Dr McCann also offers support during your treatment to provide safe, effective, and personalised care for individuals facing the challenges of dependency. Treatment includes:
Dr Peter McCann, MBBS, MSc, MRCPsych, is a Consultant Psychiatrist and Medical Director at Castle Craig Hospital, one of Europe’s leading centres for addiction treatment. He specialises in treating both psychiatric disorders and dependency, with extensive clinical experience in the UK and the United States.
Dr McCann ensures that every patient receives treatment that reflects their individual circumstances. Whether you are seeking support for alcohol, drugs, gambling, or other compulsive behaviours, his approach is discreet, compassionate, and clinically rigorous.
We are committed to ensuring that everyone who seeks our support feels respected, understood, and cared for with compassion. Dependency affects each individual differently. Our approach is tailored to meet your specific needs and circumstances.
Dr McCann is highly regarded for his specialist work in dual diagnosis, providing care that addresses dependency alongside co-existing conditions such as depression or anxiety. Working with a skilled multidisciplinary team, he ensures that each person’s mental health combines psychiatric care with therapeutic interventions for truly holistic treatment.
Dr McCann recognises how vital it is to receive timely support. To make this possible, he provides rapid assessments with minimal waiting times, giving patients quick access to his specialist team. This approach ensures a prompt route to diagnosis and treatment for those seeking help with dependency.
Timely intervention can make all the difference. Dr McCann offers fast access to appointments, either in person in Edinburgh and the Scottish Borders, or online for patients across Scotland and the UK.
If you would like to arrange an initial assessment or if you plan to use your private medical insurance, our staff can guide you through the process and answer any questions you may have.
We provide a range of appointment options designed to fit around your needs. You can choose to see us in person at our Edinburgh clinic on Dundas Street, at our location near West Linton in the Scottish Borders, or connect with us online from anywhere in the UK. However you decide to meet with us, our focus remains the same: delivering professional, compassionate, and evidence-based care throughout your treatment journey.
Our team is here to guide and support you every step of the way, ensuring that the care you receive is of the highest quality and tailored to your individual circumstances. We are committed to helping you, or someone close to you, navigate dependency with sensitivity and expertise, protecting your mental, physical, and emotional well-being while providing access to treatment that fosters long-term recovery.
If you feel you are struggling with a mental illness or mental health challenges you can begin by self-referring through a phone call or email
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If you're unsure about what support you need or if you have any concerns, we're more than happy to assist you. Whether you’re looking for more information about the services, the types of treatments available, or simply need someone to talk to, don’t hesitate to get in touch.