How we Work
Nirvana Circle Therapy operates as a collective of independent therapists working under shared clinical values and leadership.
Every enquiry is reviewed with care to ensure the best possible clinical fit, rather than simply the fastest availability. Where Raisa is not the right clinician, or where her capacity is limited, clients are thoughtfully referred within the team based on their needs, preferences, and therapeutic goals. This approach allows clients to feel held by the practice as a whole, while working closely with a clinician who is well suited to support them.
Areas we work with
We work with individuals, couples, and families experiencing a range of psychological and relational difficulties, including:
Trauma and complex trauma
Anxiety and emotional regulation difficulties
Attachment and relationship patterns
Identity, cultural, and intergenerational issues
Life transitions and periods of uncertainty
Our focus is on understanding underlying patterns, not just managing symptoms.
We prioritise psychological formulation over symptom-led treatment.
Our Team
Raisa Luther has brought together a community of independent professionals, each with their own unique expertise and a shared passion for the values of Nirvana Circle Therapy. Our team members come from many different cultural backgrounds, offering rich perspectives on the ways race, culture, and gender shape our lives.
They share a heartfelt commitment to supporting the mental and emotional wellbeing of individuals and families. Please note that we operate as a collective of independent practitioners, with each clinician individually responsible for their own clinical practice.
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Raisa Luther
FOUNDER & CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
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Poorvaja Kelkar
ASSISTANT PSYCHOLOGIST
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Belinda Lawrenson
CLINICAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR
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Dr Ravi Gill
PRACTITIONER PSYCHOLOGIST
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Dr Taruna Jamalamadaka
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
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Dr Rina Kakad
COUNSELLING PSYCHOLOGIST
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Dr Komal Oza
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
We are often approached by individuals who have tried therapy elsewhere and are seeking a more structured, specialist approach.
We work alongside other private healthcare professionals including private GPs, Psychiatrists, legal professionals, occupational health and case managers.
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We work within a structured framework designed to ensure that care is appropriate, proportionate, and safe.
This includes:
Assessment prior to commencing therapy
Clear treatment planning
Ongoing review of clinical appropriateness
Consultant oversight of all work delivered within the service
Where appropriate, care may be delivered by a suitably qualified associate clinician working under consultant governance.
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Following assessment, a treatment plan is agreed collaboratively. This may include:
Individual psychological therapy
EMDR intensives or structured EMDR courses
Couples or family therapy
Time-limited or ongoing work, depending on need
Therapy is reviewed regularly to ensure it remains clinically appropriate and aligned with individual or relational needs.
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To provide safe and ethical care, we work within clearly defined boundaries.
Our service:
Is not a crisis or emergency service
Does not provide 24-hour support
Is not a substitute for acute mental health care
Where individuals require urgent, intensive, or crisis-level support, we will recommend alternative services better suited to those needs.
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All work is conducted in line with professional, ethical, and legal standards. Confidentiality is respected and maintained, subject to safeguarding and legal obligations.
Clear information about confidentiality, consent, and data protection is provided prior to commencing therapy.
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Psychological therapy is an individual process, and responses vary. While our work is informed by evidence-based approaches, no specific outcomes can be guaranteed. Our role is to provide professional, ethical care tailored to individual or relational needs.
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Fees are agreed in advance and reflect the specialist nature of the service, clinician expertise, and consultant oversight.
Some services are offered as structured, time-limited programmes, while others may involve ongoing work. This will be clarified during assessment
Next steps
If you are considering working with us, the first step is to arrange an assessment to discuss your circumstances and explore appropriate options.
Therapy in London and across the UK
Raisa has some limited availability for in-person appointments at London Bridge. Please note that we may operate from a private room within a co-working clinic shared with other healthcare professionals.
