- Trauma-informed approach
- Focus on sleep and rest
- BACP accredited
About Nisha
Nisha Irfan is a counsellor with 12 years' practical experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, sleep problems and trauma. She also helps with depression, grief, self-esteem, relationship and intimacy concerns, LGBT issues, parenting strains and managing life changes. Nisha works in a straightforward, calm manner to help people find small changes that make daily life easier.
Her approach is rooted in humanistic, relational work that values the person rather than labels. She combines this with trauma-informed care and practical methods to reduce bodily tension and distress. Sessions focus on understanding what is happening now, and on simple steps to reduce overwhelm and improve rest.
Nisha trained to masters level in counselling and psychotherapy at the University of Nottingham and holds a Diploma in Clinical Supervision from the Centre for Personal and Professional Development. She is accredited with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which reflects adherence to its Ethical Framework.
In practice she uses a mix of approaches to meet different needs. These include attachment-based thinking, client-centred work, cognitive behavioural techniques, mindfulness and eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing. She may also draw on tension, trauma and stress releasing exercises to help with physical tension.
The focus is practical and collaborative. Conversations aim to make sense of difficult patterns, try new responses and support better sleep and rest. People are encouraged to set small goals and notice what changes between sessions.
Approaches that support rest and healing
Attachment-based work focuses on patterns in close relationships and how early bonds shape current trust and safety. It can help people understand why they react in certain ways and try different ways of connecting that feel less draining.Client-centred therapy places the person at the heart of the process, offering a non-judgemental space to talk and reflect. This approach is useful for building self-compassion, sorting out values and reducing inner pressure that interferes with sleep.
Cognitive behavioural techniques look at thoughts and behaviours that keep problems going, and teach practical strategies to shift them. These tools can be especially helpful for tackling anxious thinking and unhelpful bedtime routines that disrupt rest.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss different methods and together with the client decide which fits their goals, needs and preferences. This is a collaborative process and may change as therapy progresses.
Session formats are not specified here, so please confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can help fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time and make it easier to arrange appointments around work or family commitments. It also allows for shorter check-ins when needed or for conversations without being on camera, depending on the available session types.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Nisha help with?
She supports people experiencing stress, anxiety, trauma, sleep problems, depression, grief, low self-esteem and relationship or intimacy difficulties, among other issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her work is humanistic and relational, with a trauma-informed outlook. Sessions aim to be collaborative and practical, with a focus on calming the body and improving rest.
How much experience does she have?
She has 12 years of counselling and psychotherapy experience working with a range of concerns including post-traumatic stress, depression and anxiety.
What professional credentials and location are listed?
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. She is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions organised and what do they cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.