Nisha Irfan

Nisha Irfan is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people struggling with stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, low self-esteem and anger. She brings 12 years of experience and works with a wide range of concerns including depression, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain and difficulties linked to identity and sexuality.

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

Her practice is grounded in a humanistic, relational style that aims to create space for honest conversation and emotional safety. She describes her approach as trauma informed and uses methods that address both body and mind. Sessions can include talking work alongside techniques that help the nervous system calm down.

Nisha uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, with people who are coping with traumatic memories. She also offers tension, trauma and stress releasing exercises, often called TRE, to release held muscular tension and support regulation of the body.

Clients who work with her can expect a collaborative process. She listens for what matters to each person, helps set realistic goals and adapts methods to fit individual needs. Practical coping tools and grounded emotional processing are central to her work.

How therapeutic approaches shape online work

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early close relationships influence feelings and behaviour. It helps people understand patterns that show up in adult relationships and build different ways of connecting.

Client-Centred Therapy emphasises listening and acceptance. The therapist follows the person’s lead, offering empathy and reflection to help them find their own answers and feel more confident about decisions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It teaches practical steps to change unhelpful thinking and behaviour, which can reduce anxiety and low mood.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and try methods collaboratively, based on each person’s needs, goals and preferences. This means plans can change as progress is made and new priorities emerge.

The practical benefits of online therapy include easier fitting of sessions into a busy week and reduced travel time. If you prefer a shorter check-in or a session without video, those are options to ask about when confirming formats. Because session formats were not specified in the biography, please check the available options before booking so you know how you will meet.