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Throughout the month of June we’re talking about food and recovery. Today we’re talking about bulimia, and specifically about how to break out of the cycle of bingeing and purging that many find themselves in. Before we get started, let...
Haley is one of Orri’s Eating Disorder Associates (EDAs) and has been part of the team since we reopened our in person service in April. We sat her down to learn more about her role and interest in supporting those...
People often come to the practice of mindfulness in response to the realisation that they may not be engaging fully in the present, or having experienced their emotions as overwhelming and sudden. You may be wondering, where do I start?...
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week and the theme for the week is #ConnectWithNature. The organisers, The Mental Health Foundation, chose nature because it “is so central to our psychological and emotional health, that it’s almost impossible to realise good mental health...
The path of recovery asks us to become aware of our internal experience; our thoughts, our beliefs, our emotions and how these inform our actions, behaviours and relationships. Mindfulness can help us with this process. It’s a skill that so...
Ben, Orri’s Chef, joined the team just a few weeks ago – but he’s already stirred up much enthusiasm in the kitchen! We sat him down and discovered the inspiration behind the apron. Below he shares his love of leftovers,...
The aim of Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week is to raise awareness of the impact of mental illness both during and after pregnancy. For many, this is a difficult area to approach as it is often surrounded by silence and...
MANTRA, the Maudsley Model of Anorexia Nervosa Treatment in Adults, is just one of the different treatment modalities that we use here at Orri. Today, we’re doing a deep-dive into what MANTRA is and how we use it to support...
Lockdown has ended and life is beginning to return to “normal”. But for those living with eating disorders, “normal” might feel pretty daunting. Especially with the promise of pubs and restaurants reopening and the return of social eating. We spoke...
Following the tragic and untimely death of Nikki Grahame, Kerrie Jones, CEO & Founder, spoke with Naga Munchetty from BBC Radio 5 Live about the impact of lockdown on eating disorders, and how to support loved ones who are struggling. The Orri...
As is often the case with milestones in the year, sadly there has been a lot of negative talk around food in light of lockdown ending. This can be really tough for people living with eating disorders and those trying...
A client shares their heart-warming experience of Orri’s online treatment programme. How to save a life – Orri. I found Orri at a critical time when I could have easily gone into the depths of my eating disorder. I feel...
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Looking for more ways to engage with the eating disorder community? Discover more helpful resources designed to support you on your journey to recovery, such as our charity partner, Beat, and other accessible resources.
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