Dr Anita Goraya

I have endured and healed from long-standing depression and anxiety. After over twenty years as a medical doctor, I now work as a CBT therapist. At 55, a diagnosis of ADHD helped me make sense of my life.

Through medical treatment, therapy, meditation, and Buddhist teachings, I have learned to heal myself, turning wounds into scars.
My motivation as a therapist is to teach from my scars and help people with ADHD reduce their emotional distress and tackle life's challenges.

I blog about ADHD to share my understanding of its neuroscience, emotional impact, and invaluable skills training.
This is my compassionate contribution to the community, my 'dana' or generosity, as described in Buddhism – because it matters deeply to me.

Dr Anita Goraya ADHD specialist

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Dr Anita Goraya

I have endured and healed from long-standing depression and anxiety. After over twenty years as a medical doctor, I now work as a CBT therapist. At 55, a diagnosis of ADHD helped me make sense of my life.

Through medical treatment, therapy, meditation, and Buddhist teachings, I have learned to heal myself, turning wounds into scars.
My motivation as a therapist is to teach from my scars and help people with ADHD reduce their emotional distress and tackle life's challenges. I blog about ADHD to share my understanding of its neuroscience, emotional impact, and invaluable skills training.
This is my compassionate contribution to the community, my 'dana' or generosity, as described in Buddhism – because it matters deeply to me.

 

Who I Work With

I work with individuals who either suspect they have ADHD or have a confirmed diagnosis. My clients are typically established professionals, businesspeople, or entrepreneurs who experience success in some aspects of their lives but often feel overwhelmed and find life 'too much' in other ways. They may be gradually burning out or currently in crisis. I also work with families of people with ADHD to help them better understand and support their loved ones.

I also work with professionals suffering anxiety or depression without ADHD. In addition, I offer expertise in working with Psychological Trauma.

Who I Don’t Work With

Specialising in certain clinical areas means I have limited experience in others. Therefore, if you are experiencing an active eating disorder, serious substance misuse, psychosis, personality disorder, or obsessive-compulsive disorder, I recommend seeking a CBT therapist with expertise in these issues.

Additionally, please note that I do not work with children.

Who am I?

I’m Dr Anita Goraya, a former GP and now an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and blogger specialising in ADHD, depression, and anxiety for established professionals. I hold a qualification in Enhanced CBT from the University of Oxford, with specialisations in Complex Cases and Psychological Trauma.

My mission is to support people with ADHD and their families in building on their strengths and resilience to better manage their challenges. My personal journey has given me deep insights into the strategies that work, and my professional training equips me to tailor these strategies to your specific needs. My years as a doctor means I understand medications, scientific research and how the body works, as well as the mind.

 

What’s It Like Working with Me?

Combining evidence-based CBT techniques with practical skills training, I offer a comprehensive approach to ADHD management.

Whether you’re looking to improve focus, enhance emotional regulation, or develop better organisational skills, I’m here to help.

What Does ADHD Look Like in established professionals?

ADHD isn’t just about difficulties with concentration and organisation; we are also creative, fun, innovative, and fearless individuals who think outside the box in our professional and social lives! Although ADHD doesn't define who you are, it often impacts on how you are. Here are some ways it can show up.
Even with career achievements, you might feel like you're constantly flying by the seat of your pants, fearing that you'll be exposed as an imposter. Procrastination might plague you, especially with mundane tasks like admin and paperwork. Your workspace could be messy and disorganised, and you might frequently forget or lose things. Time management might be a challenge, with fidgeting and restlessness during meetings, talking over others, and impatience to get things done. Sound familiar?
Your home life might contrast sharply with your work life. If you're expending most of your energy at work, you might feel overwhelmed by repetitive domestic chores like housework, shopping, cooking, and managing personal finances. Self-care and hobbies can fall by the wayside due to a lack of time or energy. Alternatively, you might start numerous projects with enthusiasm, only to abandon them soon after. You might be drawn to hobbies that provide a risk or adrenaline rush. Do you struggle to relax, hate waiting in traffic, or drive fast enough to accumulate speeding fines?
If your ADHD wasn't diagnosed until adulthood, you might have internalised a sense of being different because of your difficulties with tasks that others seem to handle easily. Frequent criticism for being 'lazy,' 'ditsy,' or 'useless' can lead to a harsh inner critic telling you that you're 'not good enough' and that your difficulties are 'your fault.' This might result in unassertive communication, consistently prioritising others' needs over your own, or frequent anger and impulsive actions. Do you get bored in romantic relationships and move on quickly, or avoid them altogether? Does your partner complain that you 'zone out' of conversations or try to multitask during them?
Although it's not a current diagnostic criterion, almost everyone with ADHD experiences heightened emotions in response to triggers. Highs are intensely high, lows are deeply low, making life feel like a rollercoaster. Would you like to feel less at the mercy of your emotions and more in control?

Testimonials

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I cannot recommend Anita highly enough. She is compassionate, personable and kind…. I found it very easy to build a rapport with her and I think this is why the therapy was successful…
I am a surgeon and was reluctant to engage with therapy as I had a negative perception of what talking therapy involved and also how the therapist would respond to me. These fears and misconceptions proved totally unfounded and I am now happily back in work and feeling very well. Thank you for your help, Anita. 'Dr C'

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What next?

If you’re ready to take control of your ADHD and achieve your life goals, I invite you to explore my website, read my blog, and reach out to schedule a consultation. Together, we can develop a personalised plan that empowers you to flourish.

Contact me

Read my ADHD Wellness & Wisdom blog

Please visit my Substack for the free full version of these blogs. It's where you'll find my take on the three pillars of ADHD - the neuroscience of your brain, the emotional impact of having ADHD, and skills training so you can become better at organisation, communication and self-regulation.

https://anitagoraya.substack.com/?utm_source=global-search

 



 

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