Dr. Maisha Murshed , HCPC

Dr. Maisha Murshed is an HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist practicing in the United Kingdom with eight years of professional experience. She has supported people coping with stress and anxiety, resolving relationship and family conflicts, recovering from trauma and abuse, and navigating parenting challenges. Her background as an HCPC registrant means she meets professional standards set by the Health and Care Professions Council, the UK regulator for health and care professions.

Dr. Murshed approaches therapy with the belief that each person is the expert on their own life and brings strengths that can be used to overcome current difficulties. She emphasizes a collaborative and empowering style, helping clients build on their existing resources while taking the courageous steps needed for change. Seeking a more fulfilling and happier life is acknowledged as an important and brave act, and Dr. Murshed aims to provide steady support and practical guidance throughout that process.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Dr. Maisha Murshed draws from evidence-informed approaches that are well suited to online work and to the kinds of concerns she treats. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values, learn skills for accepting difficult thoughts and feelings, and take meaningful action despite discomfort - it is often used for anxiety, stress, and avoidance patterns. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relationship patterns influence emotions and behavior, and it can be helpful for relationship difficulties, attachment concerns, and family dynamics. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering structured techniques to reduce symptoms and improve everyday functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Murshed works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as therapy progresses. This shared decision making helps ensure therapy feels relevant and practical.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for people balancing work, family, and other responsibilities. These options make it easier to attend regular appointments, maintain continuity of care, and access licensed professionals from a convenient location, while still receiving focused therapeutic support.