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...
Orri Talks
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 was and...
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 NHS experience. She has worked for 16 years across a variety of settings, including inpatient wards, community mental health teams, specialist eating disorder services,...
Why Orri is different
As a social impact-led business, we exist to make tangible change in the community. This means that we prioritise work that consciously serves the community and solves a community need. The prevalence of people with serious eating disorders that require specialist...
Orri’s Kitchen: Ooky-Spooky Cookie Recipe
Halloween parties may be off the cards for 2020, but we can still celebrate with baked goods! Michael, Orri’s Head Chef shares a tasty Ooky-Spooky Cookie recipe for you to try at home… Ingredients: 200g/7oz Dairy-free Margarine 125g/4½oz Soft Light Brown Sugar...
Meet the Eating Disorder Associate: Alice Pegram
Alice is one of Orri’s Eating Disorder Associates (EDAs) and has been part of the team since Orri reopened its face-to-face service this September. We sat her down to learn more about her role and interest in treating eating disorders… How long have you been an Eating...
Reflections on World Mental Health Day
This weekend we celebrated World Mental Health Day, reflecting on how in light of the pandemic mental health has been an urgent and consistent talking point over the past 6-7 months. Typically office-bound employees had to transform their kitchen tables and spare...
COVID-19 Health and Safety Information.
We understand that some clients may be anxious about coming into in person treatment, especially if they have never visited our London centre before. We want to reassure everyone that we have done everything we can to make Orri safe, for both our clients and our...