Dr. Maisha Murshed , HCPC

Dr. Maisha Murshed is a HCPC registered clinical psychologist based in the United Kingdom. She has eight years of professional experience supporting people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and parenting challenges.

She believes each person knows their own story best and that they already carry strengths that can be used to move forward. In sessions she listens closely and helps people notice patterns that get in the way. She works side by side with people as they try out different ways of coping and communicating.

Her approach draws on practical therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy alongside attachment-based and psychodynamic ideas. That mix allows practical strategies for day-to-day problems and space to look at deeper life patterns that affect relationships and wellbeing.

People often come to her for help with family problems, blended family issues, separation and divorce, or difficulties around parenting and caregiving stress. She also supports work on body image, eating and food-related issues, codependency, abandonment and attachment concerns.

Sessions are offered in English and can take different forms to fit people’s lives. Dr Murshed aims to make the process collaborative, helping each person set goals and try steps that fit their situation.

Therapy approaches you can access online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people notice their values and take small, meaningful steps even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings are present. It is useful for stress, anxiety and problems that come from feeling stuck. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, works on clear links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and offers practical strategies to change unhelpful patterns and improve day-to-day coping. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns shape current bonds and communication, which can help when relationship issues or family patterns cause pain.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals and preferences and will suggest methods to try. Together they decide what fits best and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls let people work face to face when they want that connection. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a simpler check-in is needed. Text and chat options are useful for shorter updates, ongoing support between sessions, or when written reflection helps. These formats make it easier to arrange therapy around work, childcare and day-to-day life.