Speak to a UK-registered GP about your anxiety from home, today. Get a clinical assessment, personalised advice and treatment where appropriate — without a long NHS wait.
Yes. A UK-registered GP can assess and treat anxiety through a secure video or phone consultation. During the appointment your doctor will discuss your symptoms, how long you have been experiencing them and how they are affecting daily life. They can then recommend a treatment plan which may include medication, a referral for talking therapy or both.
tapGP offers same-day and next-day private GP appointments for anxiety. Our doctors follow NICE clinical guidelines and can issue a private prescription electronically when appropriate. You can learn more about what to expect through our online mental health assessments service page.
Our GPs can help a wide range of people with anxiety, but this service is not suitable for everyone. The points below can help you decide whether to go ahead.
You may benefit from an online GP consultation if any of the following apply to you.
Please seek in-person or urgent care instead if any of the following apply.
There are several ways to get help for anxiety in the UK. The table below sets out the most common options and what each one typically involves.
| Treatment option | What it may help with | Important notes |
|---|---|---|
| Online GP consultation (tapGP) | Assessment of anxiety symptoms, medication discussion and referral for talking therapy where appropriate | Same-day appointments available. Private prescription issued electronically where clinically appropriate. See our online mental health assessments page for details. |
| NHS GP appointment | Assessment and first-line treatment including medication or IAPT referral | Waiting times vary. Average wait for a routine NHS appointment can be two weeks or longer in many areas. |
| Talking therapy (CBT or counselling) | Changing unhelpful thought patterns and developing coping strategies for anxiety | NICE-recommended first-line treatment for generalised anxiety disorder. Can be accessed via self-referral to NHS IAPT or privately. |
| Self-help and digital tools | Mild anxiety symptoms and building day-to-day coping skills | Useful alongside clinical treatment. Not a replacement for medical assessment if symptoms are persistent or worsening. |
| Urgent or crisis care | Immediate danger, feeling unsafe, suicidal thoughts or severe deterioration. | Call 999, go to A&E or call NHS 111 for urgent mental health help. |
Getting started is straightforward. Complete a short suitability check and you can be speaking to a doctor the same day. Find out more about our mental health treatment pathway before you book.
Answer a few short questions about your anxiety symptoms and medical history. This takes around two minutes and helps us confirm that an online GP appointment is the right option for you.
2-minute check
Your doctor will carry out a thorough assessment of your anxiety, discuss your symptoms and their impact on daily life and review any previous treatment. They will then recommend a personalised care plan.
Doctor-led assessment
Where clinically appropriate your GP can issue a private prescription electronically so you can collect your medication from any UK pharmacy. They can also provide a referral letter or sick note if needed.
Safe ongoing caretapGP is a CQC-regulated private GP service. Every consultation for anxiety is conducted by a fully qualified, GMC-registered UK doctor.
Common questions from patients who are considering an online GP appointment for anxiety.
You do not have to wait weeks for support. Book a same-day online GP consultation and get a personalised assessment today. Explore our full range of online mental health care options or start your suitability check now.
Start 2-minute suitability check Private prescriptions are issued only where clinically appropriate.