The Tavistock Centre

The Tavistock Centre is a CQC-registered healthcare provider based at 120 Belsize Lane in London, within the London region. The registered provider is Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust, the legal entity accountable to the regulator for the quality and safety of care delivered here.

As a CQC-registered healthcare provider, The Tavistock Centre operates under the regulatory framework that governs health and social care in England. Registration is not a formality: it means the provider has satisfied the Care Quality Commission that its premises, staffing, clinical governance and safeguarding arrangements meet the fundamental standards of safe care. Providers must nominate a registered manager who is legally accountable for the quality of the service, and they remain subject to inspection and enforcement for as long as they trade.

Healthcare services in the UK range from large NHS-commissioned organisations to small independent practices, and the mix matters when you are choosing where to be seen. Independent providers often offer shorter waiting times and extended hours, while NHS-commissioned services are free at the point of use. Many providers, including practices like The Tavistock Centre, serve both routes — so it is always worth asking how you can access care and what each route involves before you book.

The registration covers more than one service type — community services - learning disabilities and community services - mental health — which is common where one location houses complementary services under a single provider.

The CQC's most recent recorded check of this location took place on 15 April 2014. Inspection reports are public documents, and the official record for this location is linked in the registration section below — reading the latest report is the single most reliable way to understand how the service performs day to day.

The Care Quality Commission records the population groups each provider is registered to care for. These declarations shape staffing, training and premises requirements, so they are a reliable indicator of what the service is genuinely set up to do. For The Tavistock Centre, the register lists the following care groups:

Caring for children (0 - 18yrs)

A children's registration brings its own regulatory expectations: paediatric-trained staff, enhanced safeguarding arrangements aligned to children's legislation, family-centred care planning, and premises and equipment appropriate to children and young people rather than scaled-down adult services.

Caring for adults under 65 yrs

Registration for working-age adults signals a service oriented around different goals than elderly care: maintaining employment and family roles, rehabilitation and independence, and care plans built around an active life rather than primarily around frailty management.

Learning disabilities

Providers registered for learning disability support are expected to work to national standards emphasising choice, community participation and the least restrictive support possible. Look for evidence of communication tailored to the person (easy-read, Makaton), annual health checks facilitation, and positive behaviour support in place of restrictive practice.

Mental health conditions

This registration covers support for people living with mental illness — from anxiety and depression through severe and enduring conditions. Expect staff trained in mental health, risk assessment and crisis planning, and joint working with community mental health teams and, where relevant, the Mental Health Act framework.

Treat these declarations as the service's public promise — inspectors check against them, and you are entitled to ask exactly how each one shows up in staffing and daily practice.

This reflects the standard service range of a healthcare provider; The Tavistock Centre will confirm which of these are offered on site and which are arranged by referral.

Initial assessment

A structured first appointment covering your history, current concerns and goals, used to plan ongoing care or refer you to a more suitable service.

Ongoing treatment and reviews

Scheduled follow-up appointments that track your progress against the care plan and adjust treatment where needed.

Health advice and signposting

Guidance on managing your condition day to day, plus referrals into NHS or specialist pathways when your needs go beyond the service's scope.

Care planning

A documented plan agreed with you (and family or carers where appropriate) setting out what care is delivered, by whom, and how often it is reviewed.

Safeguarding and advocacy support

All CQC-registered providers must operate safeguarding procedures and can connect you with advocacy services if you need support making decisions.

To contact The Tavistock Centre directly, call 02074357111 or use the enquiry route on its website (linked in the contact section above).

The quickest way to arrange care with The Tavistock Centre is to telephone the service directly — phone lines are usually the fastest route to a real diary, and the team can tell you immediately whether they are taking new patients, what information they need, and how soon you can be seen. If the provider runs a website, look for an online enquiry or booking form; these are typically answered within one working day.

Before you call, have three things to hand: your NHS number if you know it (it is on any NHS letter or prescription), a list of current medications, and a short summary of what you need — new assessment, ongoing care, or a second opinion. If you are enquiring for a relative, be ready to explain your relationship and whether you hold power of attorney, as data-protection rules limit what a provider can discuss without the patient's consent.

If your care may be NHS-funded, speak to your GP practice first: many services accept patients via GP referral, and a referral letter travels with your medical history, which speeds up triage at the receiving end. For privately funded care you can normally self-refer — ask for the service's current fee schedule and cancellation policy in writing before your first appointment.

Costs depend on how you access the service. NHS-commissioned care is free at the point of use, though waiting times vary by area and specialty. Private care is paid either directly (self-pay) or through medical insurance — if you hold a policy, contact your insurer for pre-authorisation before booking, as most insurers require an authorisation number and some restrict which providers you can use.

For self-pay patients, reputable providers publish or supply on request a clear fee schedule covering the initial consultation, follow-ups and common procedures. Ask specifically about what is included: some quotes cover the consultation only, while others bundle diagnostics or aftercare. UK consumer law entitles you to transparent pricing before you commit to treatment.

The service operates from 120 Belsize Lane,London in London — postcode NW3 5BA, within the NW3 district. For turn-by-turn directions, the full postcode is the reliable input for any navigation app — or use the Google Maps link for this exact location.

For public transport, enter the full postcode into a journey planner (National Rail, Traveline or your maps app) rather than searching the service name. Drivers should ask about parking at the point of booking — availability differs sharply between town-centre and residential locations, and knowing before you travel removes the most common source of appointment-day stress.

If you use a wheelchair, travel with a carer, or need any adjustment — a quieter waiting area, longer appointment, or interpreter — raise it when booking rather than on arrival. CQC-registered providers are expected to make reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act, and almost all handle them smoothly given notice.

If this location is not convenient, the nearest comparable alternative is Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust Headquarters, roughly 2.0 miles away — the nearby providers section below lists more options with distances.

Every provider on this site is registered with the Care Quality Commission — but registration is the floor, not the ceiling, and the public record lets you judge far more than the badge.

The CQC inspects against five questions — is the service safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led — and publishes its findings. For The Tavistock Centre, the registered provider is Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust. The most recent recorded check took place on 15 April 2014. The official CQC record for this location carries the current registration status, ratings where awarded, and every published inspection report.

Reading a report efficiently: start with the well-led section (it predicts everything else), then safe. Look at the direction of travel across the last two inspections rather than a single snapshot, and treat "requires improvement" with a credible action plan differently from the same rating with repeated findings. If anything in a report concerns you, raising it with the service directly is both fair and revealing — well-run providers answer plainly.

London has 5,528 CQC-registered healthcare providers in total, of which 18 are healthcare providers — so genuine comparison is possible before you commit. The full London directory and the local community services - learning disabilities listing let you shortlist alongside this profile.

When comparing the 18 providers of this type in London, three checks separate a confident choice from a gamble. First, read the provider's most recent CQC inspection report — not just the headline rating but the safe and well-led sections, which reveal how the service actually runs. Second, confirm practical fit: opening hours, accessibility, and whether the location works for repeat visits. Third, ring the service and ask your specific questions; how a provider handles a first phone call tells you a great deal about how it treats its patients.

Where is The Tavistock Centre located?

The Tavistock Centre is at 120 Belsize Lane,London, NW3 5BA, in London (London region). The full postcode works in any sat-nav or journey planner.

How do I contact The Tavistock Centre?

Call 02074357111 during opening hours. The practice also runs a website with an enquiry route. For funding-route questions (NHS availability, fees), asking directly by phone gets the current position.

Is The Tavistock Centre regulated?

Yes — it is registered with the Care Quality Commission (location ID RNK01) under the registered provider Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust. Registration is a legal requirement for delivering this type of care in England and brings ongoing inspection.

When was The Tavistock Centre last checked by the CQC?

The most recent check recorded on the register took place on 15 April 2014. The full inspection history is on the official CQC record linked from this page.

What are the nearest alternatives to The Tavistock Centre?

The closest comparable providers are Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust Headquarters (2.0 miles), Trust Headquarters, 350 Euston Road (2.1 miles), Hannah London Beauty Ltd (2.3 miles). Each has a full profile on this site with contact details and registration information.

Do I need a GP referral?

It depends on the funding route. NHS-funded care usually requires a GP or specialist referral, while privately funded patients can normally self-refer. Call the provider to confirm which routes it accepts.

What does CQC registration actually guarantee?

It guarantees the provider has met the fundamental standards for safety, staffing, governance and safeguarding required by law in England, and that it remains subject to ongoing inspection and enforcement by the regulator.