Nisa immediately understood my problems and made me feel confident I could overcome them. After 3 months with her, I am taking a break from therapy because I feel much better. I have done therapy before and what stood out in Nisa was her empathy towards my problems and the fact that she doesn't rush into conclusions. She also sent me useful articles connected with the topics I was struggling with, making me more conscious of the theory behind the practice. I highly recommend her!
Nisa Farooq, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Nisa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Nisa. View 8 reviews
- Great news, Nisa is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Nisa is great. She truly appreciates and respects a person's way of explaining something. While intially slow to spur thought, she quickly picked up on my hesitance and took the reins, guiding me through a process until it became clear to me how to explain a feeling myself. A great person to work with.
More about Nisa
- 5 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
Perhaps you are feeling constantly low, or anxious about something, or feeling angry a lot of the time and might have a low opinion of yourself and struggle to find self-confidence. There is a ‘root cause’ which the counsellor helps the you to understand.
My role as a counsellor is to help you understand those feelings that might be hidden or repressed. Sometimes we repeat the same patterns of behaviour, which could be frustrating. Psychodynamic therapy provides insight into the unconscious parts of our mind, which helps us understand how we re-enact the same behaviours, themes and patterns in our lives.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, low mood, low self-esteem, bereavement, childhood abuse, shame, anger, low self-esteem, narcissistic injuries, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), body dysmorphia, relational trauma created through family dynamics, I am here, as finding the right person to work with is an important step in your journey. Seeking therapy can be challenging and daunting, and it takes courage to realise that we need help, and we no longer want to suffer and struggle to cope on our own.
Psychodynamic therapy explores the significance of earlier life experiences in shaping our psychological development and our relationships as adults. We will explore your past – and look at the present – to better understand past events, how they are remembered or re-lived, and what effect they may still be having, so that we can understand your present thoughts and what lies behind them. We all have experiences that shape how we think, feel and behave in the here-and-now. Making links between the present and the past will allow us to understand where certain emotions come from; through the process, we learn new ways to move forward.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
Eating disorders
Parenting issues
Hoarding
Multicultural Concerns
Obsessions
Compulsions
and OCD
Personality Disorders
Prejudice and Discrimination
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 384748 · Expires May 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Nisa Farooq
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Nisa immediately understood my problems and made me feel confident I could overcome them. After 3 months with her, I am taking a break from therapy because I feel much better. I have done therapy before and what stood out in Nisa was her empathy towards my problems and the fact that she doesn't rush into conclusions. She also sent me useful articles connected with the topics I was struggling with, making me more conscious of the theory behind the practice. I highly recommend her!
Nisa is great. She truly appreciates and respects a person's way of explaining something. While intially slow to spur thought, she quickly picked up on my hesitance and took the reins, guiding me through a process until it became clear to me how to explain a feeling myself. A great person to work with.
Nisa is kind and considerate in her approach to therapy. She makes me feel heard and understood as she listens to my thoughts and worries and helps me to untangle unhelpful thinking patterns and understand where they come from. From taking sessions with her I feel more confident in myself and my abilities to move forward and take positive action in my life.
Nisa was real lovely to me. She was my first therapist ever, by the way. My first session with her, I was feeling despondent about a lot of things ranging from school, to family, to life in general. She listened, asked relevant questions, and seemed genuinely interested in what I had to say. A couple minutes leading up to our first session, I felt so anxious and nervous because as stated earlier, she’s my first therapist. But less than five minutes into my call with her, she put me at ease and I soon felt comfortable. After the first session, I felt so relieved and was left in high spirits. I highly recommend Nisa.
Nisa was so helpful in helping me work through my attachment issues based in a psychodynamic approach, helping me to increase my wellbeing, independence, and self esteem, and reducing the effects of trauma, stress and anxiety, grief, and depression! Her experience with all these emotions and family dynamics was invaluable and my time in therapy was very much life-changing!!!
Very helpful
Nisa has been a great help in validating my feelings, and tying up many loose ends. Over 8 weeks I feel more confident in taking control of my mental well-being and develop some coping mechanisms to help overcome anxiety. Nisa considers cultural habits and feeds that into building a larger picture.
Nisa has been a considerate and professional therapist. Not only she helped me to see a new perspective, she also supported me to validate my emotions. She guided me to allow myself to feel all the feelings, even though we only encountered a short period of time. I trusted her with all my thoughts and beliefs and she has always accepted me as who I am and letting me know that it is okay to have negative feelings l. I truly appreciate Nisa’s help. Thank you Nisa, you have been wonderful and I hope our path cross again in the future.
Frequently asked questions
Does Nisa Farooq offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Nisa Farooq works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Nisa Farooq speak?
Nisa Farooq speaks English.
How many years of experience does Nisa Farooq have?
Nisa Farooq has 5 years of experience.
Where is Nisa Farooq licensed to practice?
Nisa Farooq is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Nisa Farooq accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Nisa Farooq accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Nisa Farooq offer?
Nisa Farooq offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
How can I communicate with Nisa Farooq?
Nisa Farooq can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Nisa Farooq?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.