Mental Health and
Neurodiversity
Services
Lincoln
Mental Health and
Neurodiversity
Services
Lincoln
Private mental health and therapy clinic in Lincoln | Child Psychologists Lincoln | Adult Mental Health Services
Reclaim balance - the Purple House Clinic Lincoln can help you find a way forward.
Here at the Purple House Clinic Lincoln, we aim to provide an oasis of calm, in our homely clinic setting overlooking the beautiful and historical Lincoln Cathedral.
We will provide a safe and secure space where you feel guided and supported throughout your therapy or assessment journey. We have skilled and committed professionals who will ensure that you are guided by the expertise you need at different stages in your individual, or family life cycle.
At the Purple House Clinic in Lincoln, we are a centre of excellence in providing training for professionals working with children, young people and their families in EMDR Therapy. As a clinic we have a vast array of expertise, multi-disciplinary professionals (including Clinical, Educational and Forensic Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Psychotherapists).
Our clinicians understand the impact that trauma, neurodiversity, and mental health concerns can have on our core sense of stability, contentment, and balance.
Our goal is to help you rediscover your core sense of wholeness, balance and direction.
Our Services
For
Individuals and Families
Talking Therapy
At the Purple House Clinic, we create a safe and supportive environment for individuals of all ages to explore their emotions, discover healthy coping mechanisms, and gain a deeper understanding of their thoughts and feelings. This empowering journey towards mental wellbeing is at the heart of our work.
The Purple House Clinic offers talking therapy provided by a team of expert clinicians, including specialist Child Psychologists, as well as Psychologists and other highly trained mental health professionals with expertise across the age range.
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Educational Psychology
Our Educational Psychologists can provide expert assessment for both children and adults, identifying and diagnosing general learning disabilities and specific learning disabilities (e.g. dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia and dyspraxia). Our Educational Psychologists can also offer a specialist cognitive assessment to help identify Gifted and Talented children.
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Clinical Psychology Assessment
At the Purple House Clinic, we recognise that psychological issues can sometimes involve a complex interplay of emotional, interpersonal, behavioral, and cognitive/ intellectual challenges. For many individuals, these difficulties can be deep-rooted and intricate, often leaving one uncertain about how to effectively address them or which therapeutic approach might be most suitable. In such cases, our service provides comprehensive Clinical Psychology assessments designed to offer clarity and insight. Our thorough evaluations help identify the precise nature and severity of these challenges, enabling us to recommend the most beneficial interventions. These findings are documented in a detailed written report. Here, individuals gain a clearer understanding of their psychological struggles and a tailored pathway towards resolution.
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Autism Assessment
Our autism assessments are available to both children and adults, and are widely respected in the field due to their thoroughness and our commitment to a neuro-affirming approach. Be reassured that our expert team are dedicated to offering empowering assessments that are of the highest quality, and delivered with compassion. Let us help you uncover a clearer, fuller understanding of autism supporting a path towards meaningful and positive outcomes.
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ADHD Assessment
A comprehensive ADHD assessment at the Purple House Clinic can be crucial for individuals struggling with symptoms like short attention span, forgetfulness, and organisation problems. Our assessments help in identifying different types of ADHD and their associated difficulties. Following the assessment, the specialist psychiatrist will analyse the results and discuss the findings with you, writing a report to confirm the outcome and recommendations.
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Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy at the Purple House Clinic focuses on using everyday activities as therapeutic tools to help individuals overcome challenges posed by mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, trauma, and attachment difficulties. Occupational therapy aims to enhance engagement in meaningful activities, helping individuals reach their full potential.
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Consultancy & Training
Direct assessment or therapy with a client is not always what is required or of benefit to the situation. At Purple House, in addition to our therapy and assessment services, we provide psychological consultation and training services to family members and professionals. Here, we aim to help family members / professionals better understand the nature of a person’s difficulties through a process of analysis, formulation and psycho-education. We also help them learn how to best support the person, for example, through therapeutic parenting or Positive Behaviour Support plans.
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Sensory Assessments
A sensory assessment at the Purple House Clinic is aimed at helping children (5 years +) or adults who struggle with the processing of sensory information in their environment. Difficulty in processing sensory information can co-exist with certain conditions within childhood and adulthood including: autism, trauma and attachment difficulties, developmental coordination disorder, dyspraxia, mental health difficulties and learning disabilities. A range of sensory approaches, as well as Ayres’ Sensory Integration Intervention can assess and address these sensory processing challenges, helping people to engage in the everyday activities that matter to them.
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Adoption / Guardianship Support
Currently, the families of all adopted children and children under Special Guardianship Orders can apply to their Local Authorities for funding for therapeutic support from the Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund (eligibility criteria applies, England and Wales only). When ASGSF funding has been agreed, this type of work is carried out by Purple House Psychologists who have special expertise in the assessment and treatment of the complex psychological difficulties including developmental trauma and attachment difficulties.
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Speech & Language Therapy
At the Purple House Clinic, our Speech & Language therapy is focussed on supporting children with their speech, language and communication development e.g. listening and understanding, using speech and language to communicate information, and making and maintaining friendships.
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Child Neuropsychology Assessment
A Child Neuropsychology assessment at the Purple House Clinic is carried out by either an Educational or Clinical Psychologist who has additional training in neuropsychology. In comparison to a standard educational or clinical psychology assessment, a neuropsychological assessment examines a wider variety of brain processes. Emphasis is place on informing educational academic, social-emotional, and behavioural interventions.
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Post Autism/ADHD Assessment Support
Our experienced team works collaboratively to develop personalised management plans that address specific needs, incorporating a variety of therapeutic interventions such as behavioural therapy, occupational therapy, and social skills training. For children, we advocate within the educational system, assisting in the creation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) to ensure they receive the appropriate support and accommodations at school.
Beyond therapy, we prioritise family support and education, empowering families with the knowledge and strategies necessary to support their loved ones effectively. Our services include ongoing monitoring and adaptation of care strategies, ensuring that our support evolves alongside the individual’s development and needs. By choosing the Purple House Clinic, families gain access to a holistic approach that promotes positive outcomes and enhances the quality of life for individuals with ADHD or autism in the UK.
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Play & Art Therapy
Art and play therapy aim to support the social, emotional, and mental health of clients through creative and expressive modes of therapy. These therapies often employ drawing, painting, clay, sand tray, and other media to help clients explore their thoughts and feelings, providing insights and fostering self-compassion and self-worth.
Our services incorporate these elements and are designed to offer a safe space for children to express their feelings creatively, helping them articulate experiences they may not be able to verbalise. We focus on nurturing healthy and resilient relationships and providing therapeutic support through play.
Theraplay® (available at some of our clinics) is a child and family therapy method focused on enhancing attachment, building self-esteem, and improving trust and joyful engagement between children and their caregivers. This evidence-based approach employs guided playful interactions, emphasising structure, nurture, engagement, and challenge to create secure attachments and foster positive self-esteem.
By offering a range of therapies, our services are designed to address diverse client needs, encouraging development and growth through expressive and interactive activities, effectively supporting both children and their families.
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For
Businesses, Organisations & Professionals
Workplace Wellbeing Service
At the Purple House Clinic, we believe that a thriving, successful workplace is built on a foundation of empathy and compassion. Our services are designed to nurture these qualities, promoting a positive work environment where every individual feels valued and understood.
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Consultancy & Training
Direct assessment or therapy with a client is not always what is required or of benefit to the situation. At Purple House, in addition to our therapy and assessment services, we provide psychological consultation and training services to family members and professionals. Here, we aim to help family members / professionals better understand the nature of a person’s difficulties through a process of analysis, formulation and psycho-education. We also help them learn how to best support the person, for example, through therapeutic parenting or Positive Behaviour Support plans.
> Click here for more information about our Consultancy & Training Service.
EMDR Training for Clinicians
Our EMDR Europe accredited training courses are for mental health professionals who are seeking to extend their EMDR skills for therapeutic work with children and adolescents. Attendees will gain an in-depth understanding of the adaptations and creative techniques used with children and adolescents, and enable them to work confidently within the wider family / systemic context.
> Click here for more information about our EMDR Training Courses.
Schools Wellbeing Service
The Purple House Clinic offers a comprehensive range of in-house provisions to schools designed to address the mental health and neurodiversity needs of both pupils and staff. These services include consultancy, staff training, group work, and individual therapy and assessment sessions tailored for students. By partnering with schools, the clinic ensures that mental health support is easily accessible within the educational environment, which is crucial for timely intervention and support.
The Purple House Clinic, Glasgow’s established partnership with The High School of Glasgow serves as a testament to our effective service delivery. Over several years, this collaboration has resulted in enhanced wellbeing frameworks within the school, significantly benefiting both pupils and teaching staff by providing professional mental health support and equipping staff with the necessary tools to care for children in times of need.
The Purple House Clinic’s approach can be particularly appealing for schools because it focuses on integrating mental health and wellbeing into school culture. This includes the establishment of safe spaces like the ‘Chill Out Zone’ where pupils can find solitude, ongoing support from clinic psychologists who become integral parts of the school’s pastoral care team, and the delivery of talks on mental health topics to reduce stigma and promote understanding.
Furthermore, the clinic’s emphasis on addressing both mental health and neurodiversity needs comprehensively, including guidance on conditions such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), in addition to conventional mental health services like anxiety and depression support, makes it a versatile choice for schools aiming to foster a supportive educational environment. This holistic and flexible service model encourages schools to tailor the clinic’s provisions to their unique needs, potentially improving both educational outcomes and student wellbeing.
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Media Work
The Purple House Clinic has established itself as a key player in providing expert commentary and consultation around mental health and neurodiversity. When working with the Purple House Clinic, media organisations can expect:
Expertise and Specialisation
Qualified Professionals: Our team consists of experienced psychologists, psychiatrists, and mental health professionals with a deep understanding of mental health issues and neurodiversity. This ensures accurate and insightful commentary on even the most complex topics.
Broad Range of Topics: We cover a wide array of mental health subjects, including autism, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental disorders, making us versatile contributors on these crucial topics.
Proven Track Record
Experience with Major Media Outlets: We have worked successfully with the BBC and other leading media organisations. This history validates our ability to provide timely and precise insights that resonate with audiences.
Reliable Information Source: Our commentary is rooted in evidence-based practices, ensuring that all information conveyed is accurate and up-to-date.
Innovative and Engaging Approach
Tailored Content: We offer tailored commentary that can be adjusted to suit the specific needs of your audience, whether it’s for news articles, documentaries, or podcasts.
Interactive Involvement: Beyond just commentary, our experts can engage in panels, live discussions, webinars, and more, providing an interactive layer to media presentations.
Commitment to Public Education
Raising Awareness: One of our core missions is to raise awareness about mental health and neurodiversity. Partnering with media outlets enables us to effectively reach larger audiences and foster greater understanding.
Educational Initiatives: We support media projects with educational initiatives, providing additional resources and information that enhance audience engagement and learning.
Accessible and Responsive
Quick Turnaround: We understand the fast-paced nature of media and are committed to providing prompt responses and readily available experts for commentary.
Multiple Locations and Online Availability: With clinics across the UK and an online presence, we are accessible for media engagements no matter where you are based.
Future Collaborations and Expansion
Co-create Impactful Content: We are open to developing co-branded content that educates and entertains, maximising reach and impact.
Expand Audience Reach: By leveraging our network and expertise, media outlets can tap into new audience segments interested in mental health and neurodiversity.
By partnering with the Purple House Clinic, media organisations can enhance their offerings with authoritative, high-quality insights on mental health and neurodiversity, ensuring valuable content for their audiences.
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Lincoln Clinic
Here in Lincoln, our team of highly qualified and experienced Psychologists provide a range of therapy and specialist assessment services. We offer help for adult mental health and child / adolescent mental health. We are specialists in child behaviour / parenting, adopted children and learning difficulties. At our Lincoln practice we have Psychologists with special expertise in treating trauma (PTSD/ developmental trauma). We are also specialists in EMDR therapy. We accept private referrals as well as referrals from organisations (e.g. solicitors, insurers, schools, employers). All enquiries are treated with the utmost confidentiality.
What Do We Help With?
The Purple House Clinic provides individualised, easy to access, psychological services at the time people need help the most. We work with both adults and children, helping a range of mental health difficulties including depression, anxiety, phobias, PTSD, complex trauma and personality issues. We also provide a number of specialist assessment services including assessments for ASD, ADHD, learning difficulties (Educational Psychology), and sensory difficulties (Occupational Therapy).
Our Team
Our services are delivered by a team of highly qualified and experienced mental health professionals led by Clinical Director, Alice Vine. Please click the ‘Meet the Whole Team’ button below to see all of our Clinicians.
Alice Vine
Forensic Psychologist & Clinical Director
BSc (Hons), MSc, CPsychol.
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Expertise and Experience
Alice is the Director and lead Psychologist of the Purple House Clinic, Lincoln.
Alice is a highly experienced Psychologist, having led an NHS Forensic Child and Adolescent Service in Lincolnshire. She is a Registered and Chartered Forensic Psychologist. Alice is experienced in working with clients of all ages – adults, children and adolescents. She provides assessment and therapeutic intervention for a range of psychological difficulties including depression, anxiety, phobias, obsessive/compulsive problems, complex grief, addictions, trauma, and child behavioural problems. Within her NHS role Alice has gained a vast experience providing assessment and treatment, working predominantly with Looked After Children and young people whose behavioural difficulties have brought them into contact with criminal justice agencies, or have caused them to be excluded from educational settings. For this type of work, Alice works with children, their families and involved professionals in order to gain a deep understanding of the specific circumstances which may have contributed towards their difficulties. This holistic approach seeks to engender effective coping strategies, increased personal resilience, and minimise risk-related behaviours.
Alice specialises in Child Psychology, offending and behavioural problems, attachment and trauma (PTSD). She also has extensive experience of working with adults suffering with emotional and interpersonal difficulties (often linked to childhood), personality disorders and accompanying risk-related behaviours. Alice is skilled in working with complex presentations including dissociative conditions. She utilises several therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) and Schema Therapy.
Alice is an EMDR Consultant who supervises groups and individuals in their EMDR practice. She also facilitates regional EMDR training events.
Alice has over 17 years’ experience working with clients within secure and community settings. Alice provides supervision, consultation and service development. She also provides supervision services for a number of public and private service providers.
Qualifications
2005 – Qualification in Forensic Psychology (Stage 2), British Psychological Society.
2002 – Master of Science in Applied Forensic and Legal Psychology (MSc.), University of Leicester.
1999 – Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology (BSc. Hons).
Professional Registrations & Memberships
Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC): PYL06784
British Psychological Society (BPS): 098653
EMDR Association UK and Ireland.
Specialisms
Child/Adolescent Psychology (mental health problems, behaviour problems and parenting).
Attachment difficulties, including Looked After and Adopted Children.
Adult Psychology (PTSD, Personality Disorders, childhood trauma, interpersonal problems).
Offending Behaviours, Risk Assessment, Formulation and Management.
Main Therapeutic Approaches
EMDR – Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (Alice is an accredited EMDR Practitioner, Consultant and Facilitator).
Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP).
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
Dr Mary Jinks
Clinical & Forensic Psychologist
BA (Hons), MSc, DClinPsy.
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Expertise and Experience
Dr Mary Jinks is an Associate Clinician of the Purple House Clinic. She is a registered dual qualified Clinical and Forensic Psychologist (HCPC) and a Chartered Psychologist.
Mary is experienced in working with clients of all ages – children, adolescents and adults. She provides assessment, formulation and therapeutic intervention for a range of psychological, emotional and relational difficulties including anxiety, depression, phobias, eating disorders, low self-esteem, interpersonal difficulties, behaviours of concern, addictions, and trauma.
Mary draws on several therapeutic approaches depending on clients’ needs. For example, Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT), Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), Schema Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Analytical Therapy (CAT). She is an accredited Schema therapist. Mary is creative in her ability to adapt the model to suit each individual client and is responsive to their particular needs. Mary engages in evidence-based practice.
Mary delivers staff training and consultancy and can assist with service evaluation and reflective practice-based groups/team supervision.
Mary currently works full-time in the NHS with clients with complex needs. She has worked in criminal justice and forensic mental health settings. She previously held an academic post at the University of Nottingham whereby she co-authored publications on topics including alcohol-related violence and engagement and readiness for intervention for individuals with personality difficulties.
Qualifications
2016 – Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy), University of Lincoln.
2013 – Qualification in Forensic Psychology (Stage 2), British Psychological Society.
2008 – Masters in Forensic Psychology (MSc), University of Leicester.
2006 – BA (Hons) Psychology.
Professional Registrations & Memberships
Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC): PYL29371.
The International Society of Schema Therapy (ISST).
Specialisms
Adolescent psychology (mental health problems, attachment difficulties, behaviour problems).
Adult psychology (PTSD, eating disorders, Personality Disorders, childhood trauma, interpersonal difficulties).
Forensic Psychology (offending behaviours, risk assessment, formulation and management).
Main Therapeutic Approaches
Schema Therapy (Mary is an accredited schema therapist).
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
Cognitive Analytical Therapy (CAT).
Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET).
Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Dr Lynn Chapman
Clinical Psychologist
BSc Hons, DClinPsy.
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Expertise and Experience
Dr Lynn Chapman is a Specialist Clinical Psychologist and Associate with Purple House. Lynn has been employed within the NHS since 2006; she has experience working with Children, Adolescents and Adults both in the community and inpatient settings.
Lynn is highly experienced in working with a range of mental health challenges. This includes difficulties with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma (PTSD and Complex Trauma where the trauma has occurred during childhood); Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Psychosis and Interpersonal difficulties.
Psychological assessments and therapies are tailored to each individual. Lynn will draw on her range of skills, therapeutic knowledge and evidence-based best practice, in order to support the person in working towards their goals.
Lynn has extensive experience working with individuals who have experienced trauma; this may be due to a ‘single-event’ such as a road traffic accident, work-place accident or an assault. Lynn has also worked with more ‘complex’ trauma such as with veterans, individuals who may have experienced abuse from a young age or domestic abuse.
Qualifications
2011 – Doctorate in Clinical Psychology.
2004 – Bachelor of Science.
1999 – Counselling Skills and Counselling Theory.
Professional Registrations & Memberships
Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC): PYL27190.
Specialisms
Adult Psychology, including but not limited to:
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PTSD;
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Childhood trauma;
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Interpersonal difficulties.
Main Therapeutic Approaches
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT).
Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR).
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
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Clinic Location
Our main clinic in Lincoln is situated in the city centre within 'The Terrace', Grantham Street. However, some appointments are held at other clinic rooms in Lincoln. Consequently, please check the location details on your booking confirmation email.
Our Other Clinics
Join Our Team
The Purple House Clinic is a growing community. All of our clinics are getting busier every day and there is a growing need for more Associate Clinicians to join our teams. If you’re a Practitioner Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Occupational Therapist, Speech and Language Therapist or a Mental Health Nurse please get in touch!
We also have franchise opportunities for ambitious Practitioner Psychologists who wish to own and operate a Purple House clinic themselves. If your goal is to own a large and successful multi-practitioner practice, get in touch to benefit from the support and operational systems of our established and respected organisation.
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By being open and honest about our mental health, we are unconsciously setting the example, giving people the confidence to do the same.
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Sometimes what a person needs is a friend of family member to be able to understand what they are going through, so that they can talk to them about it.
At Purple House Clinic, in addition to our therapy and assessment services, we provide psychological consultation and support services to family members.
Through these services, we aim to help family members better understand the nature of a person’s difficulties through a process of analysis, formulation and psychoeducation.
We also help them learn how to best support the person, for example, through therapeutic parenting or Positive Behaviour Support plans.
These services might be relevant for family members of a child/adult:
• Showing distress in a way that people perceive to be challenging
• With a learning disability
• On the autism spectrum
• With mental health problems
To find out more, visit: www.purplehouseclinic.co.uk/consultation-support/
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With October half-term in full swing this week, the quick switch-up in daily routines can be challenging for both children and parents.
Here we have shared some tips for coping with the difficulties of the school holidays for parents of neurodivergent children.
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