Ready to start your journey online? Here’s how to prepare for your first day. Our approach to recovery involves treating the whole person: who you are – underneath the eating disorder – your goals for recovery and life, and what beliefs you want to hold onto and...
Orri Talks
Our Senior Occupational Therapist on navigating the emotions that come with exam results
We know that people living with eating disorders can feel enormous pressure around exams, and that receiving results can be a trigger for intensifying eating disorder behaviours. Our Senior Occupational Therapist, Kendra, discusses the emotions that can arise during...
Meet the Eating Disorder Associate: Jemina Nkwocha
Jemina joined the team as one of Orri’s Eating Disorder Associates. Her past experience working in inpatient settings, along with her passion for supporting those living with eating disorders, makes her a fantastic addition to the team. Read on to learn more about her...
Meet the Consultant Family Therapist: Karen Carberry
Karen is Orri’s Consultant Family Therapist and has been with the team since day one! We sat her down to learn more about her role and specialist work with our clients. How long have you been a clinician for and what were you doing before Orri? I have been...
Meet the Eating Disorder Associate: Haley Justice
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 living with eating disorders… How long have you been...
Meet the Chef: Ben
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, near-dessert disasters, and offers a glimpse...
BBC Five Live Interview: Kerrie Jones and Naga Munchetty
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 community...
Online or in person treatment?
Our London centre is opening its doors once more on Monday 12th April. Our online treatment, first launched during the first lockdown, will remain alongside in order to support individuals and their families who are further afield and need a virtual version of...
Meet the Registered Mental Health Nurse: Victoria Hall
Getting to know Orri’s Registered Mental Health Nurse, Victoria. Here, she shares her inspiration for her role and what destiny had in store for her career. How long have you been a mental health nurse for and what were you doing before Orri? I have worked in the...
Meet the therapist: Lauren Aron
Lauren is a Psychotherapist and joined the team in January this year. We’ve asked her about her approach and role within Orri. How long have you been a clinician for and what were you doing before Orri? I have been a clinician for 6 years and before...
Our Senior Psychologist on why emotions are important
This month we are talking about the emotional experience of having – and recovering from – an eating disorder. In this blog, Orri’s Senior Eating Disorder Psychologist, Katie, shares her thoughts on why emotions are important. People living with eating disorders can...
Dr Sara Morando, Consultant Psychiatrist
Dr Sara Morando is a Consultant Psychiatrist in General Adult Psychiatry, with more than 10 years of NHS experience. She has worked for 16 years across a variety of settings, including inpatient wards, community mental health teams, specialist eating disorder...