Nisha Paliwal

Compassionate multicultural mental health support

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

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.