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Nafsiyat is a pioneering charity offering intercultural therapy in over 20 languages to people from diverse cultural communities.

402

People who received therapy in 2023

305

People who received training in 2023

8.9

Average rating for our training services (out of 10)

About Us

"Nafsiyat" - reflecting the integration of 'mind, body, and soul' in Sanskrit, Persian, and Aramaic.

Woman in a hijab leading a training session

Nafsiyat is an intercultural therapy centre committed to providing effective and accessible psychotherapy and counselling services to people from diverse religious, cultural and ethnic communities in London.

We provide short-term intercultural therapy in over 20 languages via referral to individuals, groups, and couples. We deliver training workshops on cultural competency to organisations all over the UK.

Our Services

  • Individual intercultural therapy provides a safe space for those from minoritised communities to explore their mental health challenges. Learn more here.

  • Our Group Work gives clients the chance to speak in their native language in a supported group setting. Learn more here.

  • Our Family Intervention service works with families, couples and carers to develop communication and understanding. Learn more here.

  • Learn more about Nafsiyat’s Paid-For Service here.

  • 1. Training for Organisations

    • Bespoke intercultural awareness training for businesses, charities, and public sector organisations.

    • Customised workshops and EDI (Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion) sessions tailored to your organisation's needs.

    • Contact us to discuss a tailored programme for your team.

    2. Self-Paced Online Training

    • Learn at your own pace with our digital courses on intercultural awareness, mental health, and EDI strategies.

    • Perfect for individuals or teams who want flexible learning options.

    3. Eventbrite Training Sessions

    • Attend scheduled live training workshops via Eventbrite.

    • Topics include cultural sensitivity, inclusive leadership, and managing diverse teams.

    4. Online Shop

    • Access a range of resources, including guides and workbooks.

    • Browse our shop to find tools that support personal and professional growth.

  • Affordable and comfortable therapy and meeting rooms available for evening and weekend hire. Equipped with chairs, Wi-Fi, free parking, and accessible facilities, our spaces are perfect for therapy sessions, workshops, or small meetings.

    To learn more, click here.

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What Our Clients Say

  • “I felt relieved that I spoke my own language without someone translating back into English. I believe I cannot convey my feelings enough via translation. Speaking in Turkish gave me more freedom and trust and I felt understood”

    MAIN INTERVIEW PARTICIPANT, TURKEY

  • “It’s like every time we go a little bit deeper, it really helps”

    PILOT INTERVIEW PARTICIPANT, PALESTINE

  • “I was coming and going from therapy with no clear purpose... the therapist at Nafsiyat speaks Arabic and that made therapy more meaningful and useful compared to my previous experience”

    A PATIENT WHO HAD BEEN TO A THERAPIST ELSEWHERE (WHERE SHE COMMUNICATED WITH THE AID OF AN INTERPRETER)