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This week, I’m chatting to Dr Anita Goraya from ADHD Wellness & Wisdom , GP-turned Psychotherapist who specialises in helping people with ADHD. Both Anita and I have diagnoses of ADHD, so this is a topic close to our hearts, and I hope this warm and compassionate conversation will be helpful whether you’re neuro-diverse, awaiting a diagnosis or just interested to know more!Things we talk about in this episode:* Being diagnosed with ADHD later in life* The neuro-developmental nature of ADHD, its hereditary aspects, and some of the common misconceptions people might have* Anita’s transition from GP to therapist, and her own diagnosis process* The importance of self-acceptance, leveraging strengths, and scaffolding weaknesses* Practical strategies for managing ADHD symptoms, such as mindfulness, problem-solving, and making use of tools and resources* The emotional impact of ADHD, the potential for neuro-plasticity, and the importance of seeking formal diagnoses and support.Links we mention in this episode:* Anita’s Substack ADHD Wellness & Wisdom* Anita’s website * Goblin to-do list tool* My Festive Marketing Guide & Planner* My coaching page, where you can book now for 50% extra coaching * Book a Discovery Call with me* My Me & Orla Christmas Cards* My new 2025 M&O photo calendarThanks for listening and following along! Get full access to Entre Nous at meandorla.substack.com/subscribe

This week, I’m chatting to my friend Sarahbeth Larrimore, the wonder-woman behind Unabashed Apparel. The mantra for her work says it all: “Empowering women to design & sew. Our bodies are worthy of our finest frocks, just as they are.” Um, yes please!Sarahbeth and I had a juicy conversation about personal style and the benefits of sewing for self-expression, creativity and body acceptance. I know next to nothing about sewing, but by the end of this episode Sarahbeth had me completely convinced I should start stitching my own wardrobe - and I bet you’ll feel the same!Things we talk about in this episode:* How sewing and clothing design can be empowering in unexpected ways* Sarahbeth’s Queen Robe Project (enrolling now!), and how anyone can learn to sew* The differences between historical garments and modern made clothes* How clothes impact our body image and self worth* The role of sewing and mending for sustainability and customisation* My collection of vintage French under-dresses, and my upcoming collection of them for sale* The stories our clothes can tell about us as they age and changeLinks we mention in this episode:* Sarahbeth’s Instagram* Sarahbeth’s Queen Robe Project (enrolling now!)* Sarahbeth’s post on mending, and sustainable fashion* Sarahbeth’s Website, Unabashed Apparel* Sarahbeth’s Substack* My upcoming collection of vintage French nightdresses* My coaching page, where you can book now for January availabilityThanks for listening and following along! Get full access to Entre Nous at meandorla.substack.com/subscribe

This is a republished episode from LFAHC In today’s episode we dive into listener questions all about Instagram - from building engagement up, feeling hopeful and excited about the platform again, coming back after a long break, adapting to creating more video content, whether to use hashtags anymore and lots more.Join Sara for her Instagram Summer School Class starts on Monday, the 29th, so you need to be quick. Would you love some encouragement and support in your business? Submit your letter for an upcoming episode here.More from SaraMore from Jen Get full access to Entre Nous at meandorla.substack.com/subscribe

I first met Sarah D Rees through my class, The Insta Retreat, quite a few years ago, and we’ve worked together ever since. Sarah is a mental health nurse and CBT therapist with over 10 years of experience in private practice. Through her mentoring and coaching services, she supports other therapists in setting up and growing their private practices. Sarah struggled with the lack of a business plan and structure in her private practice, leading to dissatisfaction and confusion, and wanted to help others so they don’t have to feel the same way.Her book, A Therapist’s Guide to Private Practice: Building a Values-based Business, is out this week (Happy publication week, Sarah 🥳), so it seemed the perfect time to ask her on the podcast to hear about it and how she supports therapists. Things we talk about in this episode:* Challenges of setting up a private practice for therapists and coaches* Identifying values in business and personal life* Marketing strategies for private practice therapists* The benefits of niching for mental health professionals* Using Substack for email marketing and membership platforms* Using Substack for therapists to build communities and generate income* Therapist social media presence and boundaries* Mental health services demand, therapy training and book launch.Links we mention in this episode:* Sarah’s book * Sarah’s website, Instagram and Substack group for therapists * My Instagram Summer SchoolThe Instagram Summer SchoolInstagram Summer School is my new 4-week refresher and revive-r for your instagram mojo! The whole of my bestselling Instagram Masterclass, The Insta Retreat, but condensed into 4 weekly highlight reels to get you straight to the good bits and set to work! With daily challenges, free templates, planners and guides, plus weekly AMA (ask me anything) calls with me, and mindset coaching calls with Katie Pulsifer, this is your sun-filled, breezy vacation from all the Insta drama! Check out all the details by clicking here ⬇️PS. If you have done The Insta Retreat before, look out for emails about how to take part Get full access to Entre Nous at meandorla.substack.com/subscribe