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Nisha Irfan

Nisha Irfan

BACP

United Kingdom

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Support for stress, trauma and parenting

Profile at a glance

Credentials
BACP
Registration
BACP, United Kingdom / 117737
Experience
12 years
Languages
English
Location
United Kingdom

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp.

  • Trauma informed
  • BACP accredited
  • Practical techniques

About Nisha

Nisha Irfan is a counsellor with 12 years' experience helping people tackle stress, anxiety, grief and parenting strains. She works with individuals facing relationship and intimacy-related issues, depression, self-esteem difficulties, ADHD and trauma-related concerns. Nisha uses straightforward language and practical steps so conversations feel clear and manageable.

She trained at the University of Nottingham, earning a Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy, and holds a Diploma in Clinical Supervision from the Centre for Personal and Professional Development. Nisha is accredited with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Nisha's humanistic approach emphasises relational depth and a trauma-informed perspective. She offers tension, trauma and stress releasing exercises (TRE) to reduce persistent muscular tension and calm the nervous system. She is also fully trained in eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing, commonly known as EMDR, for working with distressing memories.

In sessions she blends client-centred listening with practical tools from cognitive behavioural and mindfulness approaches. Conversations often include breathing and grounding techniques, gentle movement practices, and clear steps to try between meetings. The aim is to help people feel steadier and more able to manage day-to-day challenges.

Nisha works in the United Kingdom and communicates in English. She follows the BACP Ethical Framework and Professional Conduct Procedure in her practice. Prospective clients are encouraged to use the site matching process to arrange an initial consultation and discuss goals before starting work together.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in relationships and how early connections shape current responses. It helps people understand why they react a certain way in close relationships and develop new, healthier ways of relating.

Client-Centred Therapy puts the person’s experience at the heart of sessions. The therapist listens without judgement and supports clients to find their own solutions and build self-trust.

EMDR, or eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing, is a method used to reduce the emotional charge of traumatic memories. It combines focused memory work with bilateral stimulation and is often used for trauma, panic and complicated grief.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist will work collaboratively to decide which methods fit a person's needs, goals and preferences. That choice can change as progress is made and new priorities appear.

Online therapy can make it easier to attend sessions around work and family life and to maintain continuity when schedules are busy. Before booking, confirm the session formats available with the therapist so you know what to expect. Many people appreciate the ability to fit shorter check-ins into a day, avoid travel time and choose a setup that suits their energy and concentration levels.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBody imageCodependencyCommunication problemsDissociationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesForgivenessIsolation / lonelinessSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatization

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

12+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems can Nisha help with?

Nisha supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression and self-esteem issues. She also helps with parenting strains, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, ADHD and career stress.

What is her style in sessions?

Her style is humanistic and client-centred with a trauma-informed focus. Sessions combine empathic listening with practical tools like breathing, grounding and movement exercises.

How long has she been practising?

She has 12 years of professional experience working in counselling and psychotherapy settings.

What professional credentials does she hold and where is she based?

She holds a Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy and a Diploma in Clinical Supervision, and is accredited with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?

Costs vary with location and the therapist subscription structure; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Exact pricing is provided through the platform when booking.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Before you get in touch

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  • Think about when you could talk for an hour without being interrupted.
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