Dr. Alessio Platania MD MRCGP DFSHR FECSM – Neuropsychosomatic GP & Clinical Sexologist in London
Work experience in Italy
Dr. Alessio Platania (he/him) graduated cum laude in Medicine and Surgery at the University of Catania in 2012 and completed GP training in 2016. During this time, he embraced a holistic, bio-psycho-social model of care that put the individual patient at the centre. In 2017, he qualified as a Psychosexual Counsellor at the Istituto di Ricerca e Formazione in Florence and became a Fellow of the Italian Federation of Scientific Sexology.
In Italy, Dr. Platania worked as a GP across several practices and out-of-hours centres in Catania, volunteered with the Italian Red Cross, provided medical assistance to immigrants, and delivered sexual education programmes in secondary schools. His early clinical and educational work laid the foundation for his integrative, person-centred approach to health, developing research interests in women’s health, psychology, and nutrition. His work contributed to peer-reviewed publications on endometriosis, infertility, and chronic pelvic pain, reflecting his early commitment to an integrated view of medicine that connects physical health with emotional well-being.
Work experience in UK
Since relocating to London, Dr. Platania has built over a decade of experience across NHS services, private practice, and international projects. At the Archway Centre Sexual Health Centre, he worked at the Sexual Problem Assessment and Treatment clinic, managing complex cases of sexual function alongside contraception and GUM clinics.
His background also includes serving as Lead GP for LIVI, one of the UK’s largest NHS telemedicine providers, volunteering as a remote GP for Virtual Doctors in Zambia, and working as an expedition doctor in the Mexican rainforest. These diverse experiences shaped his adaptable, patient-centred approach to healthcare.
Alongside his NHS roles, he works in private practice as a GP, Clinical Sexologist, and Psychosexual Counsellor. His approach integrates medical, neuro-psychosomatic and psychotherapeutic models, enriched by training in mindfulness, somatic counselling, and ongoing training in body psychotherapy. He has also gained international recognition, earning the Fellowship of the European Committee of Sexual Medicine (FECSM), the Diploma of the College of Sexual & Reproductive Health (DCSRH), and further certifications in supporting adult ADHD and autistic patients.
A regular lecturer at conferences across Europe and as a guest lecturer at UK universities, Dr. Platania has presented on topics ranging from autism and sexuality to kink-aware healthcare. He has authored scientific publications in international journals on sexology, gynaecology, and nutrition. He has also collaborated with Cosmopolitan UK magazine, helping to bring accurate, sex-positive medical knowledge to a wider audience.
Expertise
Dr. Platania’s expertise lies at the crossroads of medicine, sexuality, and mind-body health. He is a Fellow of the European Committee of Sexual Medicine (FECSM), Diplomate of the Faculty of Sexual & Reproductive Health (DFSRH), and a certified Psychosomatic Mindfulness Instructor. His clinical focus includes:
- Sexual Medicine & Psychosexual Therapy – medical and therapeutic support for erectile dysfunction, vaginismus, painful sex, desire concerns, orgasm difficulties, and relationship challenges.
- Neuro-Psychosomatic Medicine – integrative care for autoimmune disorders, gut issues, chronic fatigue, and stress-related illness, where vagal neuromodulation can help, recognising the deep connections between nervous system regulation, trauma, and physical health.
- Somatic & Mind-Body Approaches – mindfulness, breathwork, and body awareness practices, woven into medical care to help patients reconnect with safety, pleasure, and resilience.
- Neurodivergence Support – tailored care for autistic and ADHD adults, combining medical knowledge with a somatic approach to provide affirming, practical pathways to wellbeing.
Languages:
Italian (native), English (C2).
Summary:
As a Private GP and Clinical Sexologist in London, Dr. Alessio Platania combines medical expertise with a holistic, person-centred approach. His unique integration of sexual medicine, neuro-psychosomatic care, and body-based psychotherapy creates a compassionate and inclusive space where patients can address both physical health and emotional wellbeing.