A calm place to be heard — and to feel better.
Specialist psychiatric care for adults across Canterbury
Why see a psychiatrist?
A medical specialist for the mind
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who has completed at least thirteen years of training — a medical degree, followed by many years of specialist training in mental health. That depth matters when things are complex, longstanding, or haven't shifted with the support you've had so far.
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Meet Dr Lin
Dr Allie Lin
Dr Alanah "Allie" Lin is a consultant psychiatrist who trained in the public sector, with a focus on general adult psychiatry. She has a particular interest in difficult-to-treat depression, ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and trauma. She also has a special interest in the role circadian rhythms play in mood disorders.
Above all, Dr Lin believes that good care starts with listening and understanding you as a person, and then ensuring you remain in control of your recovery while she provides expert advice.
Above all, Dr Lin believes that good care starts with listening and understanding you as a person, and then ensuring you remain in control of your recovery while she provides expert advice.
What we treat
Be heard and feel better
We work with adults across Canterbury facing ADHD, depression, anxiety, and other conditions, including presentations that haven't responded well to previous treatment. Ōtautahi Clinic offers a wide range of treatments, and we utilise modern, well researched options to ensure you have the best chance at recovery.
ADHD
Assessment and management of adult ADHD, including where it sits alongside anxiety, mood or other concerns.
Depression
Care for low mood and depression, including depression that hasn't lifted with previous treatment.
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Referrals & fees
How to get started
We do request a GP or psychologist referral before you get booked in. This means we have a clear understanding of how we can help before you come and see us and that we are the best health professionals to meet your needs. If there are significant barriers to obtaining a referral prior please contact our clinic by email.
Referral Information for your GP
ERMS: Otautahi Clinic, Adult Mental Health Referral
EDI: otauclin
Email: info@otautahiclinic.co.nz
Referral Information for your GP
ERMS: Otautahi Clinic, Adult Mental Health Referral
EDI: otauclin
Email: info@otautahiclinic.co.nz
Recovery looks different for everyone
Wherever you're starting from, your perspective comes first. We'll hold the hope with you, while we work towards feeling better.
Specialist mental health care for adults across Christchurch.