The Purple House Clinic, Edinburgh

The Purple House Clinic, Edinburgh Trusted Psychologists & mental health professionals offering a range of therapies & assessments.

Reaching out for help takes strength, not weakness.You don’t have to face things alone.
17/11/2025

Reaching out for help takes strength, not weakness.
You don’t have to face things alone.

Is anyone else finding stress levels in their household somewhat elevated now we have hit prelims season!!! We had an a...
17/11/2025

Is anyone else finding stress levels in their household somewhat elevated now we have hit prelims season!!!

We had an afternoon of cookery practice yesterday ready for today's prelim and it has brought up lots of questions for us about what is in place from a reasonable adjustment perspective.

For those with ADHD and Dyscalculia preparing and cooking a meal is particularly challenging.
• ⏰ Time Awareness: Losing track of time, underestimating or overestimating how long tasks take, or struggling to juggle multiple steps at once.
• 🗂️ Planning & Organising: Difficulty sequencing tasks, remembering instructions, or keeping track of what’s already been done.
• 🔢 Numbers & Measurements: Dyscalculia makes it hard to read clocks, measure ingredients, or manage timings—crucial in cooking assessments!

The impacts can look like:
• Missing steps or skipping instructions
• Running out of time or finishing too early
• Mis-measuring ingredients, leading to mistakes
• Feeling anxious or overwhelmed, which can make symptoms worse

Some reasonable adjustments that can make all the difference include:
• Extra time to plan and complete tasks
• Written instructions broken down into clear, step-by-step guides
• Visual timers or alarms to help with time management
• Allowing the use of checklists or planners
• Support with measuring or sequencing if needed
• Quiet environments to reduce distractions

As we discovered yesterday, it can be stressful when they don't know what accommodations are in place. For example, my daughter didn't know if she is allowed to set a timer on her ipad as she knows they aren't allowed an ipad during exams. Prelims give a chance to see what supports and accommodations are in place, what are helpful and what needs to be put in place for May.

These adjustments aren’t about giving an “unfair advantage”—they’re about levelling the playing field so everyone can show their true abilities.

Men struggle too even if they don’t always say it.Myths keep people silent. Facts help people heal.Let’s make it easier...
14/11/2025

Men struggle too even if they don’t always say it.
Myths keep people silent. Facts help people heal.
Let’s make it easier for men to open up.

Men struggle too even if they don’t always say it.Myths keep people silent. Facts help people heal.Let’s make it easier...
14/11/2025

Men struggle too even if they don’t always say it.
Myths keep people silent. Facts help people heal.
Let’s make it easier for men to open up.

Talking about mental health isn’t a weakness.It’s the first step toward feeling better.
10/11/2025

Talking about mental health isn’t a weakness.
It’s the first step toward feeling better.

Talking about mental health isn’t a weakness.It’s the first step toward feeling better.
10/11/2025

Talking about mental health isn’t a weakness.
It’s the first step toward feeling better.

We’re now offering online therapy across the UK, so you can get the support you need from the comfort of your home.Wheth...
07/11/2025

We’re now offering online therapy across the UK, so you can get the support you need from the comfort of your home.

Whether it’s for you or someone you care about, our experienced team is here to help.

Find out more at www.purplehouseclinic.co.uk

05/11/2025

November’s a good time to pause and reset.
Slow down, take care and give yourself space to breathe.

Summer seems like a long time ago now however, it doesn't seem like a whole year has gone by since the stress of prelims...
04/11/2025

Summer seems like a long time ago now however, it doesn't seem like a whole year has gone by since the stress of prelims yet here we are again! It feels like the school year has barely got going and yet there is no time at all before the prelims will be underway for young people. This year we have 2 in our house who are at this stage. Whilst some young people take this in their stride, for many it is a time of such significant anxiety as they feel the pressure of what this may mean for their future.

For some young people this pressure is compounded when there are unrecognised or unsupported learning needs. At our clinic (and in my own household) I see time and time again how assessment can be transformative, highlighting barriers to learning that can be overcome with the right supports and accommodations.

Whether a young person is affected by a specific learning difficulty such as dyslexia or by executive functioning differences due to autism and/or ADHD, supports can make such a difference. Extra time, assistive technology, or tailored strategies can lead to a 10-30% improvement in formal assessment outcomes. Assessment can not only identify challenges but can truly help young people to reach their potential.

If you’re a parent, carer, or educator concerned about a young person’s performance or wellbeing, there is still time to act. Early intervention can make all the difference — not just for prelims, but for long-term confidence and success.

For more information about our services or to make an enquiry:
https://www.purplehouseclinic.co.uk/psychologists-edinburgh/

I often speak about the outcomes of assessments being so much more than a diagnostic label. A diagnosis can be invaluab...
01/11/2025

I often speak about the outcomes of assessments being so much more than a diagnostic label. A diagnosis can be invaluable, a good quality assessment should also bring insight and a deeper understanding of a person's overall profile of strengths and needs. This then means that recommendations and ultimately supports and accommodations can be tailored to that person. It therefore means so much when we receive reviews such as this one from one of our recent clients. Comments such as these at the bottom of the review are our driving purpose in every single conversation we have with our clients.

A huge thank you to Dr Ray Cabrera who was the clinical lead for this assessment and also Joanne Cook and Alix Dutch who were also part of the assessment team. And also a huge thank you to this client and their parent for putting their trust in our service, it is always our absolute pleasure and privilege.

A fun and thoughtful way for kids to track their growth and creativity. This three-year journal asks the same question e...
27/10/2025

A fun and thoughtful way for kids to track their growth and creativity. This three-year journal asks the same question every day so they can reflect and look back over time.

Progress is not about big leaps it is about small steps that add up over time. Keep going you are further along than you...
24/10/2025

Progress is not about big leaps it is about small steps that add up over time. Keep going you are further along than you think.

24/10/2025

This ADHD Awareness Month, Sarah Gallacher, Clinical Director at The Purple House Clinic Falkirk, is opening up about her late diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) shining a light on how the condition can often go unrecognised, particularly in women and girls.

Here is a positive quote to encourage you to open up and express yourself.
20/10/2025

Here is a positive quote to encourage you to open up and express yourself.

17/10/2025

Get clear answers with a Clinical Psychology Assessment and understand yourself or your child better and plan next steps

Two things can be true at once. You can be proud of how far you have come and still want to grow.
15/10/2025

Two things can be true at once. You can be proud of how far you have come and still want to grow.

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Edinburgh
EH12AS

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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
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