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- Attachment based
- EMDR therapy
- TRE technique
About Nisha
BACP accredited counsellor with 12 years' experience working in the United Kingdom. Nisha Irfan helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem and depression. She also supports clients on LGBT issues, relationship and intimacy concerns, sleeping problems, parenting strain, anger and career questions.
Nisha uses a humanistic, attachment-informed way of working that leans on relational depth. Her practice is trauma informed and includes Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and tension, trauma and stress releasing exercises (TRE). Sessions focus on practical steps and paced processing rather than labels or quick fixes.
Clients can expect a conversational style that attends to feelings and patterns in relationships. She works through memories, bodily responses and current problems in parallel. This can include grounding or mindfulness exercises alongside cognitive work when useful.
Her work has been applied to post-traumatic stress, complicated grief, phobias, low self-esteem, depression and anxiety. Nisha also uses approaches applicable to codependency, attachment issues, dissociation and domestic violence recovery.
Nisha holds 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. She is accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
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How her approaches work in remote sessions
In session Nisha draws on Attachment-Based and Client-Centred approaches to explore how relationships and past experiences shape present reactions. Attachment work looks at patterns of relating and safety in relationships, which can help with intimacy issues, codependency and family of origin concerns. Client-Centred practice prioritises the person's own perspective and fosters a steady, respectful dialogue that helps clarify goals and preferences.She also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, which can be useful for anxiety, sleep problems and mood challenges. These methods are combined with trauma-informed pacing and body-focused work when needed so that processing feels manageable rather than overwhelming.
Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and collaborate with the client to pick methods that suit their needs, goals and comfort level. This means approaches can be adjusted over time as progress is reviewed.
If you are considering remote sessions, confirm the exact session formats available before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example shorter check-ins during a lunch break or sessions without video when bandwidth is low. Registered or accredited professionals can use these formats to help people maintain continuity of care while juggling everyday commitments.
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Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem and depression, among other issues listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is humanistic and attachment-informed with an emphasis on relational depth and trauma-informed care.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience working in counselling and psychotherapy.
What credentials and location apply?
She is accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not currently accept international clients.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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