Nisa immediately understood my problems and made me feel confident I could overcome them. After 3 months with her, I am taking a break from therapy because I feel much better. I have done therapy before and what stood out in Nisa was her empathy towards my problems and the fact that she doesn't rush into conclusions. She also sent me useful articles connected with the topics I was struggling with, making me more conscious of the theory behind the practice. I highly recommend her!
Nisa Farooq, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Nisa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Nisa. View 8 reviews
- Great news, Nisa is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Nisa is great. She truly appreciates and respects a person's way of explaining something. While intially slow to spur thought, she quickly picked up on my hesitance and took the reins, guiding me through a process until it became clear to me how to explain a feeling myself. A great person to work with.
More about Nisa
- 5 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
Hello! I am Nisa.
I am a BACP registered and accredited Psychodynamic Counsellor. I am also an experienced Bereavement Counsellor trained at Cruse Bereavement Care.
In my practice, I have helped clients with a broad range of presenting concerns, anxiety, addictions, depression, bereavement, childhood abuse, shame, anger, low self-esteem, narcissistic injuries, victims of crime, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), eating disorder, body dysmorphia and relational trauma created through family dynamics.
Reaching out for counselling and psychotherapy isn’t easy to do, especially if you haven’t gone to therapy before. Taking that first step is, perhaps the hardest step of all and it takes huge courage to realise that you may need help, and no longer want to suffer and struggle to cope on your own.
At first, speaking to a therapist may feel daunting and you may feel uncertain about what to say or what it is that the therapist can do for you.
Counselling could make the difference between ‘continuing to struggle and suffer in silence’ or ‘developing inner strength and the self-belief’ needed to bring about real change
My Practice:
I am psychodynamic/bereavement practitioner with a background in banking management. My work is driven with compassion and integrity and will sensitively explore your past and present circumstances, to better understand how past events are remembered or relived. I work short-term on specific goal-oriented concerns and also offer long-term therapy.
Finding the right person to confide, is an important part in your healing journey. When you are ready, please contact me on this directory
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
Eating disorders
Parenting issues
Hoarding
Immigration issues
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Personality disorders
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Prejudice and discrimination
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 384748 · Expires May 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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Nisa Farooq
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Nisa immediately understood my problems and made me feel confident I could overcome them. After 3 months with her, I am taking a break from therapy because I feel much better. I have done therapy before and what stood out in Nisa was her empathy towards my problems and the fact that she doesn't rush into conclusions. She also sent me useful articles connected with the topics I was struggling with, making me more conscious of the theory behind the practice. I highly recommend her!
Nisa is great. She truly appreciates and respects a person's way of explaining something. While intially slow to spur thought, she quickly picked up on my hesitance and took the reins, guiding me through a process until it became clear to me how to explain a feeling myself. A great person to work with.
Nisa is kind and considerate in her approach to therapy. She makes me feel heard and understood as she listens to my thoughts and worries and helps me to untangle unhelpful thinking patterns and understand where they come from. From taking sessions with her I feel more confident in myself and my abilities to move forward and take positive action in my life.
Nisa was real lovely to me. She was my first therapist ever, by the way. My first session with her, I was feeling despondent about a lot of things ranging from school, to family, to life in general. She listened, asked relevant questions, and seemed genuinely interested in what I had to say. A couple minutes leading up to our first session, I felt so anxious and nervous because as stated earlier, she’s my first therapist. But less than five minutes into my call with her, she put me at ease and I soon felt comfortable. After the first session, I felt so relieved and was left in high spirits. I highly recommend Nisa.
Nisa was so helpful in helping me work through my attachment issues based in a psychodynamic approach, helping me to increase my wellbeing, independence, and self esteem, and reducing the effects of trauma, stress and anxiety, grief, and depression! Her experience with all these emotions and family dynamics was invaluable and my time in therapy was very much life-changing!!!
Very helpful
Nisa has been a great help in validating my feelings, and tying up many loose ends. Over 8 weeks I feel more confident in taking control of my mental well-being and develop some coping mechanisms to help overcome anxiety. Nisa considers cultural habits and feeds that into building a larger picture.
Nisa has been a considerate and professional therapist. Not only she helped me to see a new perspective, she also supported me to validate my emotions. She guided me to allow myself to feel all the feelings, even though we only encountered a short period of time. I trusted her with all my thoughts and beliefs and she has always accepted me as who I am and letting me know that it is okay to have negative feelings l. I truly appreciate Nisa’s help. Thank you Nisa, you have been wonderful and I hope our path cross again in the future.
Frequently asked questions
Does Nisa Farooq offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Nisa Farooq 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 Nisa Farooq speak?
Nisa Farooq speaks English.
How many years of experience does Nisa Farooq have?
Nisa Farooq has 5 years of experience.
Where is Nisa Farooq licensed to practice?
Nisa Farooq is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Nisa Farooq accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Nisa Farooq accepts 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 Nisa Farooq offer?
Nisa Farooq offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Nisa Farooq?
Nisa Farooq 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 Nisa Farooq?
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.