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Nisha Irfan, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Nisha is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Nisha. View 2 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom

Recent reviews

Nisha was excellent. Highly professional and very easy to talk to. She showed great understanding of my personal circumstances and offered superb advice and ways to manage. Would highly recommend!

Reviewed June 2024

Nisha makes me feel heard! She listen attentively and provide me with the tools and excersices I need to process things and cope.

Reviewed May 2024

More about Nisha

  • 12 years' experience
  • Female
  • BACP

I hold a Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy from the University of Nottingham and a Diploma in Clinical Supervision from the Centre for Personal and Professional Development (CPPD).

I have been awarded accreditation with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which is a quality status for experienced practitioners who can demonstrate high standards of competent and ethical practice. I adhere to the professional body’s Ethical Framework and Professional Conduct Procedure in all my work with clients, ensuring a high standard of professional practice.

While my counselling orientation is Humanistic and is based on experiencing relational depth in the therapy, my approach is trauma informed. I am a certified provider of tension, trauma and stress releasing exercises (TRE), which is a technique that releases deeply imbedded muscular patterns of tension, calming down the nervous system and encouraging the body to return to a state of balance. Additionally, I am a fully trained eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapist; an innovative psychotherapy that uses bilateral stimulation to alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories.

My interventions have been used to aid in the management of post-traumatic stress, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, phobias, complicated grief, anger, pain relief and relationship concerns.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Depression LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Attachment issues Body image Codependency Communication problems Dissociation Domestic violence Emptiness Family of origin issues Forgiveness Isolation / loneliness Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Somatization

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 117737 · Expires July 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Nisha Irfan

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

2 reviews

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Clients mention: Easy Excellent Great Professional Recommend Understanding Feel heard Easy to talk

Nisha was excellent. Highly professional and very easy to talk to. She showed great understanding of my personal circumstances and offered superb advice and ways to manage. Would highly recommend!

Reviewed June 2024

Nisha makes me feel heard! She listen attentively and provide me with the tools and excersices I need to process things and cope.

Reviewed May 2024

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Frequently asked questions

Does Nisha Irfan offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Nisha Irfan 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 Nisha Irfan speak?

Nisha Irfan speaks English.

How many years of experience does Nisha Irfan have?

Nisha Irfan has 12 years of experience.

Where is Nisha Irfan licensed to practice?

Nisha Irfan is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Nisha Irfan accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

No, Nisha Irfan does not accept 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 Nisha Irfan offer?

Nisha Irfan offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Nisha Irfan?

Nisha Irfan 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 Nisha Irfan?

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.