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Nisha Paliwal

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

I am Nisha Agmata Paliwal, Clinically Licensed Psychotherapist & Healing Professional

My deepest honor is to be able to authentically energize & utilize my heart, spirit, & global healing expertise in order to enhance your personal, unique, & transformative journey towards true & total mental wellness. If you feel like you are “not okay”, tell me what you really need. I’m here for your pain, your goals, your amazing potential, & your GROWTH. I am a multicultural human, & it is important to me to practice cultural humility & provide unconditional positivity towards you, no matter what. I take respectful responsibility of your allowance of my presence in your personal wellness journey, & continue evolving myself specifically to serve our humanity. I honor & respect you as a whole; Your personal wisdom, various inner & outer experiences, & true Self finds home.

If you’re on your mental wellness journey, I’d be honored to join you – to be by your side, supporting you with my expertise and authenticity.

My approach is to keep you at the center of all we’re doing – this is YOUR space! We can journey forward towards your growth & healing, safely & honestly…

Years Experience: 12
Location: Illinois, United States
Accepting New Clients: No
Gender: Female
Accepting international clients: Yes
NPI Number: 1750023610
Credentials: IL LCPC 180012019
Languages Spoken: English, Hindi, Tagalog
Licenses: LCPC (Illinois) #180012019 exp 2027-03-31
List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Depression, Coping with life changes, Addictions, LGBT, Relationship, Family, Intimacy-related issues, Eating, Sleeping, Parenting, Anger, Self esteem, Career, Bipolar, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Black therapist, Therapist of color, Female therapist, Gay, Older, Non-religious, Liberal therapist
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: Yes
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Nisha Paliwal

Compassionate multicultural mental health support
  • Culturally humble care
  • Client-centered approach
  • Flexible session options

Licensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime

About

Nisha Paliwal is a clinically licensed psychotherapist and healing professional who brings a heart-centered, multicultural approach to mental health care. She holds IL LCPC 180012019, which denotes a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor credential in Illinois, and she has 12 years of experience supporting people in their mental wellness journeys in Illinois.

She works from a place of cultural humility and authentic presence, combining compassion, spirit, and a global perspective on healing to support each person’s unique path. Nisha honors the whole person – personal wisdom, varied inner and outer experiences, and the true Self – and offers steady, unconditional positivity as part of the therapeutic relationship.

Nisha keeps each person centered in the work and strives to create a safe, honest space where growth and healing can unfold. She welcomes those who feel “not okay” to share what they truly need and offers attentive support for pain, goals, potential, and continued growth.

Location: Illinois, United States
Years Experience: 12
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: English, Hindi, Tagalog
Therapist of Color: Yes
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus: Coping with life changes, Depression, Grief, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, ADHD, Adoption, Aging and geriatric issues, Anger, Antisocial personality, Asperger syndrome, Attachment issues, Autism, Avoidant personality, BDSM, Bipolar, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Coaching, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Control issues, Dependent personality, Disability, Disaster relief therapy, Dissociation, Divorce, Domestic violence, Eating, Family, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Foster care, Gambling, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Kink, LGBT, Life purpose, Men’s issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Non-monogamous relationships, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Parenting, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory, Porn, Post-traumatic stress, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy, Prejudice and discrimination, Relationship, Relationship, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self esteem, Self-harm, Self-love, Separation, Sex addiction, Sexual dysfunction, Sexual trauma, Sexuality, Sleeping, Smoking, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Vaping, Veterans, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues

Therapeutic approach: Client-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: No
Accepting International Clients: Yes

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: IL LCPC 180012019
  • NPI Number: 1750023610
  • License: LCPC (Illinois) #180012019 exp 2027-03-31

Is Online Therapy the Right Choice for Your Mental Health Journey?

Many people ask whether online therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One major advantage is flexibility. Individuals can choose the format that fits their needs and comfort level – video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging – making it easier to integrate therapy into daily life.

Therapy delivered online is provided by licensed professionals and therapists, and clients may switch providers if they feel a different fit would be better. Online care offers a practical, evidence-informed option for many people seeking support for everyday mental health concerns.

How much experience does Nisha Paliwal have?

Nisha Paliwal has 12 years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Nisha Paliwal a licensed therapist?

Yes. Nisha Paliwal is licensed in Illinois as IL LCPC 180012019.

In which languages does Nisha Paliwal provide therapy?

Nisha Paliwal provides therapy in English, Hindi, Tagalog.

Where is Nisha Paliwal located?

Nisha Paliwal is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Nisha Paliwal as my therapist?

You can work with Nisha Paliwal by phone, video, live chat, or messaging.

Does Nisha Paliwal work with international clients?

Yes, Nisha Paliwal does work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Nisha Paliwal cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with Nisha Paliwal. Depending on availability, you can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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