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Dr Robin Colley, Clinical Psychologist for children, adolescents, and families in Lincoln.


 Autism, ADHD, Trauma and neurodiversity informed.

Child and Adolescent assessment, therapy and behaviour support.

About

I am a HCPC registered, doctoral level Clinical Psychologist with significant experience supporting children, adolescents and families. I work part time in the NHS in community paediatrics, working primarily with autism and trauma.

I work privately with children, adolescents and families with a range of presentations. Please note I do not currently take adult only (e.g those not relating to a child/young person) referrals through this service. However, please do refer to my Psychology Today page for separate adult information and support.

Over the course of my career, I have worked across NHS services (where I still work part time), private practice, and community settings, developing expertise in psychological assessment, formulation, therapy, consultation, and supervision. I have a particular interest in neurodevelopmental differences such as autism and ADHD and complex presentations, and I am committed to providing thoughtful, high-quality care tailored to each person’s unique needs.

Who I Work With
 I offer psychological support to:

  • Children and adolescents, supporting emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs

  • Parents and caregivers, offering reflective space and strategies to enhance relationships and family wellbeing

  • Professionals and teams, through clinical supervision, formulation, and consultation across health, paediatric, education, and social care contexts.

Difficulties I Work With
I work with a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties, including:

  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

  • Autism Spectrum Condition

  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

  • Anxiety and worry

  • Trauma, including complex and developmental trauma

  • Depression and low mood

  • Anger and emotional regulation difficulties

  • Complex presentations, including those with neurodevelopmental differences and attachment-related needs

  • Learning Disability

  • Brain Injury

My Approach

  • Evidence-based and integrative: Drawing on models including Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP); Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and trauma-informed CBT

  • Attachment-informed and person-centred: I place great value on relationships, early experience, and emotional connection in shaping psychological wellbeing

  • Collaborative and respectful: Therapy is a shared process—we work together, drawing on your insight and goals to guide our work

Qualifications

  • Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy), Trent Doctorate Programme – University of Lincoln

  • Master of Science (MSc) in Psychology – Sheffield Hallam University

  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB Hons) – University of Lincoln

Registration

  • Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

  • Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

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Services

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Initial Consulation (20 mins).     

Free

I offer a complimentary 20-minute phone or video call as an initial conversation.
This provides a chance to briefly discuss what kind of support you’re looking for and whether my service may be the right fit for you — or, for parents/carers, whether it could be helpful for your child or young person.

There’s no pressure or obligation — just a straightforward and professional opportunity to ask questions, learn more about how I work, and consider whether you’d like to take things forward. If I feel another service might be more suitable, I’ll always do my best to signpost you in the right direction. I also have links with a range of other trusted professionals in the area, which can be helpful when thinking about wider support.

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Initial Assessment (60 or 90 mins)

£140 (60 mins)

£200 (90 mins)

As a clinical psychologist, I am skilled at quickly identifying the core issues that need to be addressed, ensuring you feel safe, understood, and cared for throughout the process. During our initial assessment, we will work together to develop an initial formulation and treatment plan tailored to your needs or those of your child.

Assessment Duration

For children, young people, carers and families with straightforward needs, a standard 50-minute initial assessment may be sufficient. However, for more complex presentations, younger children, or those requiring a more detailed history and initial formulation, I recommend a 90-minute assessment. This allows ample time to understand your concerns thoroughly and begin thinking together about the best next steps. We can discuss what approach might work best for you at initial consultation if you wish.

Clinical Psychologist Robin Colley Child and Adult

£130 (50 mins)

I offer a range of therapeutic approaches guided by a thorough psychological formulation, allowing therapy to be tailored to the unique needs, strengths, and challenges of each child/young person/parent/carer This personalised method ensures that the support is relevant, effective, and meaningful, whether for you, your child, or a young person in your care.

Where appropriate, I use evidence-based progress measures tailored to your treatment to monitor how things are going and to adapt our approach as we progress. Some people find that a single session is enough to clarify an issue and move forward with greater confidence, while others may engage in therapy over a longer period 6, 12, 20 sessions or more—depending on their needs and circumstances. I have experience working with adults, young people, and families across this range. The length and focus of therapy are always agreed collaboratively, reviewed regularly, and shaped by what is most helpful to you—without pressure or expectation.

Therapy sessions are typically 50 minutes long, which is a standard practice in psychology and psychotherapy. This duration, often referred to as a “therapeutic hour”is designed to allow for a focused and manageable session, while also giving time between sessions for the therapist to reflect, complete clinical notes, and prepare thoughtfully for the next client. This structure supports a consistent and high-quality therapeutic process across appointments.

Ongoing Sessions.                            

Therapy Rooms

I deliver therapy primarily from The Relationship Hub, Lincoln (a refurbished building run by therapists; that provides free off street parking; in quiet location close to Lincoln centre)
They have various rooms for individual; child and group sessions.

https://www.uktherapyrooms.co.uk/united-kingdom/lincoln/therapy-room/the-relationship-therapy-hub

I can also see clients at Lincoln Counselling Centre, which is a well equipped therapy space close off Lincoln High Street.

https://www.lincolncounsellingcentre.co.uk/

Child, adolescent and adult assessment and therapy

The Scampton Room at the Relationship Therapy Hub is the smallest, most intimate of the rooms at The Relationship Hub

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The Cranwell Room is the largest of the therapy rooms at the relationship Therapy Hub.

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Lincoln Counselling Centre has 2 large rooms for individual and group appointments.

FAQs

  • While counsellors, psychotherapists, clinical psychologists, and psychiatrists all play valuable roles in supporting mental health, their training and approaches differ:

    • Counsellors provide focused support to help people explore specific issues, emotional distress, or life challenges. Their training is often at diploma or undergraduate level, and they emphasise creating a safe, supportive space to talk through difficulties and develop coping strategies.

    • Psychotherapists are trained, usually at postgraduate or master’s level, to work with a wide range of psychological difficulties, often over longer periods. They specialise in therapeutic approaches such as psychodynamic, humanistic, or integrative psychotherapy to help clients understand longstanding patterns, relational dynamics, and deeper aspects of psychological distress.

    • Clinical psychologists are trained to doctoral level in the assessment, formulation, and treatment of psychological difficulties across the lifespan. They integrate biological, psychological, and social factors to understand each person’s needs and are skilled in behavioural assessment, consultation, and evidence-based therapies. Many clinical psychologists also undertake additional specialist training in psychotherapy approaches such as cognitive-behavioural, systemic, or psychodynamic therapy, enabling them to provide both brief and long-term therapy while working individually and within multi-disciplinary teams.

    • Psychiatrists are medical doctors specialising in mental health. They diagnose mental health conditions, oversee medical aspects of treatment, and can prescribe medication. Many integrate psychological understanding into their work, and they also have the authority to use legal powers under the Mental Health Act where necessary to ensure safety and treatment in high-risk situations.

    Each of these professionals offers unique and valuable expertise. The right support depends on individual needs, goals, and the nature or severity of the difficulties being experienced.

  • This varies depending on your goals and the nature of the difficulties. Some people benefit from short-term work (6–12 sessions), while others may need longer-term support. We will review progress regularly to ensure that therapy remains helpful and focused.

  • Yes. What you share in therapy is confidential and treated with care and professionalism. There are some legal and ethical limits to confidentiality, such as concerns about serious risk to yourself or others. These boundaries are always explained clearly at the start of our work together.

  • Clinical psychology services reflect the level of expertise, regulation, and care involved. Clinical Psychologists are trained to doctoral level, with a minimum of six years of rigorous academic and clinical training. We are uniquely qualified to assess and treat a wide range of complex mental health, neurodevelopmental, and emotional difficulties across the lifespan.

    The fee also covers more than just the session time. It includes time spent on preparation, formulation, safeguarding, supervision, and professional development — all of which are essential to ensure safe, ethical, and effective practice. Clinical Psychologists are regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and work to the highest professional standards, often integrating multiple evidence-based models tailored to each individual.

    While the cost may seem high, many people find that working with a Clinical Psychologist offers a depth of understanding and quality of care that can lead to lasting and meaningful change.

  • Whilst I am qualified to assess and diagnose autism and ADHD, and whilst I work to support those with these diagnoses or associated needs. Due to my local NHS employee commitments I do not currently offer this service here.

Get in Touch

Get in touch to book your free consultation, or any other enquiries.