About
Dr. Nitasha Borah
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist, Arts Based Therapist and E.Qi 2.0 & E.Qi 360 Practitioner and Coach.
I have spent more than a decade facilitating emotional health and psychological well- being for individuals and groups. My training and experience have allowed me to develop specialised skills in psychometric assessment, cognitive- behavioural, arts- based and psychodynamic interventions that I integrate in my work across deep, transformational dialogues with individuals, couples and groups.
For many, therapy is probably one of the most challenging things they will do in their lifetimes. It can be painful to access difficult emotions and lifelong relational patterns. However, it is also meaningful and fulfilling work. For me, as well as my clients. I recognise that the process takes courage and should be led by the client. My role is to walk alongside you and help you get unstuck and access your own healing resources so that you may grow into the life you long to create and experience. I facilitate this by helping you slow down, creatively explore your stories and discover new narratives. At the same time, I recognise the need to have access to specific tools and strategies that can help one translate an understanding of patterns into tangible actions towards goals. I will integrate these in our work response to your expressed or implied needs.
I am currently based in Goa where I practice as a consultant and also nurture my strong passion for teaching by engaging as Visiting Faculty with Goa Institute of Management, Naval War College and Goa University.
Professional Licensure & Affiliations
Clinical Psychologist- C.R.R No. A18071
Rehabilitation Council of India
Appointed Member, State Mental Health Authority
Government of Goa, India
International Affiliate
American Psychological Association, USA.
Affiliate Member
APA Division 12-Society of Clinical Psychology, USA
Professional Life Member
Indian Association of Clinical Psychologists, India
Professional Member
National Academy of Psychology, India
Associate Member
Goa Psychiatric Society, India
Empanelled Subject Expert- Clinical Psychology
Rehabilitation Council of India
E.Qi 2.0 & E.Qi 360 Certified Practitioner & Coach
Par Excellence Leadership Solutions, India and Multi Health Systems (MHS), U.K.
Certified Arts Based Therapist
World Centre for Creative Learning Foundation, Pune, India.
A detailed C.V can be provided upon request.
My Approach to Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy is a collaborative relationship between an individual seeking to fulfil certain personal goals and a professional psychologist (Master’s or higher degree in Clinical or Counselling Psychology) who uses scientifically validated procedures and techniques to facilitate this in a safe, non- judgmental and confidential setting. Because of these characteristics, the process is very different from a casual conversation with a friend or family member.
While an individual may initially choose to attend therapy to work through a set of ‘problems’; most find that the dialogue is deeply exploratory and often extends beyond the immediate crisis. The benefits of therapy extend to recognition and working through of one’s own strengths as well as repetitive, unhealed patterns so that one may utilize these to not just meet future challenges but also to grow and thrive.
There are many ways to co-create this process and therefore, many different kinds of psychotherapy approaches. My approach to therapy is grounded in current evidence-informed practices and is delivered efficiently and effectively with the highest professional standards. My clinical decision-making is guided by the client’s characteristics, strengths, cultural and social factors that have shaped their story, as well as their unique preferences. I believe that the question to ask is not "which psychotherapeutic technique works best" but "which technique works for whom and when?”
I prefer to discuss available options with clients and we collaboratively decide on the most suitable approach after considering the scientific evidence available, probable costs, frequency and available resources. Please visit the Services page to know more about the specific approaches I offer.