Frankish Psychological & Counselling Services

20/11/2025

A new report from Cerebra has found that disabled children and families are facing systems generated trauma due to severe harm caused by hostile, relentlessly bureaucratic, and combative policies.

20/11/2025

20/11/2025

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, there is now a 24/7 dedicated line to call for urgent support.

A person’s emotional or mental state can deteriorate quickly, and this can mean that they are experiencing a mental health crisis or a mental health emergency.

By calling 111 and selecting Option 2, you can reach the Lincolnshire 111 Mental Health Team. They can quickly assess people’s needs and determine the best way to support.

The service is for all ages, including children, and is also open to those with neurodevelopmental needs.

The service is available to anyone facing a mental health crisis, which could include:

- Changes to your mood
- Withdrawing from people (close family, friends, or work colleagues)
- Not taking care of yourself like you usually would
- Having increased thoughts about your life not being worth living
- Excessive worry
- Feeling out of control or unable to cope
- Feeling anxious about leaving the house
- Hearing voices or seeing things that others can’t
- Thinking about harming yourself.

If people have physically harmed themselves, or if their life is at risk, then they should continue to call 999 or go to A&E.

The line is managed by Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LPFT).

Those who require emotional support or less urgent signposting can visit the H.A.Y. Lincolnshire website at https://haylincolnshire.co.uk/, or self-refer to Lincolnshire Talking Therapies at Lincolnshire Talking Therapies service.

Those seeking emotional wellbeing and mental health support for children and young people can continue to call the Lincolnshire Here4You advice line on 0800 234 6342 (open 24/7). Children and young people can also self-refer online at www.lpft.nhs.uk/young-people/lincolnshire/young-people/self-referral.

Alternatively, the Shout text messaging service is also available for those who are unable to call. People can text 'SHOUT' to 85258 to start a conversation, via text, with a trained volunteer, who will provide free and confidential support.

There are also lots of community resources available such as Night Light Cafes, community hubs and other groups and activities that may support people. People can search for their local area and what is available at https://www.haylincolnshire.co.uk/

20/11/2025

17/11/2025

If in need of an ear to listen. Why not contact head office to speak with one of our therapist to start your therapy journey.

A little reminder as we head into the new week. You carried on, you are trying, and that will always be enough x

12/11/2025

Always nice to get feedback for the work that we are doing.

Thank you to the individual who provided the review below on our Amara Care google account this feedback has been passed on to the team:

"Amara Care are absolutely amazing!! The staff that we dealt with are highly professional, kind and empathetic. They go above and beyond to ensure you are satisfied with the service they provide. They are truly the best company I've ever dealt with. I highly recommend them to anyone that is looking to be assessed"

04/11/2025

28/10/2025

TONIGHT - Wednesday 22 October, 6pm ☺️

Will be lovely to see you there - all adults 18+ with neurodiverse experience are welcome, whether this be yourself or support of a partner, child or family member ☺️

See you later, I'll grab some cakes too of course ☺️

Hannah ☺️

28/10/2025

Interested in ADHD medication?

The FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) is an information database that holds reports about adverse effects and medication errors, that have been submitted to the FDA.

Wu et al, 2025 conducted an analysis using the FAERS data from 2004 to 2023. They included the reports in relation to the most commonly prescribed medications for ADHD: Methylphenidate, Atomoxetine, and Amphetamine.

72,298 reports were made in relation to the 3 drugs, describing adverse effects.

37,471 linked to methylphenidate (24.15% aged 6-12), 17,335 to atomoxetine (31.79% age 6-12), and 17,492 to amphetamine (43.52% aged 19+).

It is believed only 1 to 10% of serious adverse events are actually reported (Nisssen, 2006) as it isn’t compulsory to report these, it is a voluntary system so the numbers may be much higher.

The main adverse effects of methylphenidate, atomoxetine, and amphetamine were related to what was described as “psychiatric disorders”, with the most common manifestations including aggression, abnormal behaviour, and restlessness. They found a significant association between all three ADHD drugs and su***de related reactions. (The FDA warning indicates su***de ideation, risk of misuse, abuse and addiction on the box for atomoxetine).

Mydriasis (dilation of the pupil), trichotillomania (hair pulling), somnolence (sleepiness), application site erythema (redness where medication is applied) and
headaches were also associated with all three drugs.

Methylphenidate was significantly associated with coronary artery dissection, carotid artery dissection and precocious puberty.

Atomoxetine was significantly associated with testicular and pe**le lesions, and liver damage, requiring special attention.

Amphetamine was significantly associated with serious neurological adverse effects and cardiovascular effects.

Their analysis shows there were significant associations with both methylphenidate and atomoxetine and delayed growth. Atomoxetine and amphetamine were associated with anti social behaviour. The highest reports from methylphenidate and atomoxetine were in relation to children aged 6-12.

Limitations of the study are that the results were mainly from individuals in the US.

The data stored doesn’t state how long the individuals have been on the medication, any additional medication being consumed or the dosage being taken. Additional health needs are also not listed.

ADHD is a highly comorbid condition, other disorders are not always diagnosed at the same time as an ADHD diagnosis is received. Therefore we are potentially treating individuals with medication which may exacerbated other symptoms, if there are underlying difficulties (example, anxiety or depression).

This is just one study which highlights the complex nature of using ADHD medication.

This is not a critism of parents/ carers who choose to medicate their children. It’s an insight into the information that’s out there but not publicised as well as the information that promotes medication. Everyone should be provided more information to make an informed decision.

The equivalent of the FAERS in the UK is the yellow card scheme. For anyone wanting to look up UK reports.

Study link:
https://scholar.google.co.uk/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0%2C5&as_vis=1&q=faers+database+wu+et+al+adhd&btnG= =gs_qabs&t=1761637905931&u=%23p%3DH7PQwDG3p9UJ

24/10/2025

We are able to offer counselling and are BACP registered. Please contact the office on 01652 648335 for more details

24/10/2025

Recently used NHS Community Mental Health Services and been invited to complete the 2025 ?

Don’t miss your opportunity to provide valuable feedback on the care you received.

Whether your contact with services was regular or minimal, your voice is valued.

Contact helpline-QH@IQVIA.com or call freephone 0800 783 1775 if you need support completing the Survey.