Hello! I’m Nidhi (Nid-Hee). I am a dedicated practitioner who places great emphasis on self-awareness, authenticity, and cultivating strong therapeutic relationships to facilitate my clients’ progress toward their therapeutic goals. With over 9 years of experience working within various NHS trusts, and in private practice, I have honed my skills in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS). In my role as a CBT therapist, I has supported clients facing a wide array of mental and physical challenges. My expertise lies in applying the CBT framework to address conditions such as depression, low self-esteem, panic disorders, health anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, body dysmorphic disorder, and trauma. As a trained EMDR therapist, I can bring innovative approaches to my practice, particularly benefiting clients seeking trauma-focused therapy. I am adept at using this modality to help individuals process and overcome distressing experiences. I am especially keen to work with clients that may struggle from developmental trauma from distressing experiences in their childhood. South Asian individuals are significantly more likely to experience neglect, abuse and other adverse life events during their childhood. This can result in complex PTSD (cPTSD) and other mental health challenges. I have a special interest in trauma, low self-esteem, and providing care to perinatal clients, ensuring that my practice remains attuned to the unique needs of these populations. As a South Asian therapist, I am deeply committed to supporting my community in navigating mental health challenges with compassion and cultural understanding. Growing up in a culture where mental health is often stigmatised, I know how difficult it can be to seek help, especially when facing generational expectations, family pressures, and unspoken struggles. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where South Asian individuals and families feel seen, heard, and validated.