• Anxiety
• Depression
• Personality Disorders
• ADHD
• Phobias
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• PTSD
• Panic Disorder
• Trauma
• Relationship Problems
• Stress
• Separation
• Confidence Issues
• Mourning and Grief
• Adjustment Problems

2021 – 2023
Systemic Therapy Institute, Istanbul
Clinical Psychologist

2020 – 2021
Çınar Wellbeing Centre, Istanbul
Clinical Psychologist

2019 – 2021
Bogazici University Center for Psychological Counselling, Istanbul
Clinical Psychologist

2017 – 2018
French La Paix Psychiatry Hospital, Istanbul
Clinical Psychologist

2019
Bahçeşehir University, Istanbul
M.A., Clinical Psychology

2015
Yeditepe University, Istanbul
B.A, Psychology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What are Phobias, and what are their types?
Phobia is an intense and irrational fear of a specific object or situation that goes beyond normal anxiety and affects a person’s ability to function in daily life. One of the most common types of anxiety is social phobia (Social Anxiety Disorder), which is defined as a severe fear of social situations or performing in front of others. It is characterized by the fear of embarrassing oneself or being judged negatively by others, such as fear of speaking in public, eating, or writing in front of people.

2. What is Separation Anxiety Disorder?
Separation Anxiety Disorder is a specific type of anxiety disorder that causes intense fear and worry related to being separated from a person the individual depends on. It differs from normal concern for a loved one, as it causes significant distress and interferes with daily life. Symptoms last at least six months in adults and four weeks in children. Treatment can help alleviate the symptoms.

3. What is a Personality Disorder?
Personality disorder is a persistent and inflexible pattern of thinking, behavior, and emotions that differs from the average person. It leads to difficulties in interacting with others or adapting to life situations. This pattern usually appears in adolescence or early adulthood and lasts for a long time, affecting personal relationships, work, and daily life.

4. What is Schizoid Personality Disorder, and how can it be managed?
Schizoid Personality Disorder is a persistent pattern of emotional and social detachment, where the person tends to:
● Isolate from others and prefer being alone.
● Show limited expression of emotions or enjoyment in social relationships.
● Have difficulty forming close relationships or deep friendships.
It differs from normal introversion because it causes significant difficulties in daily life, work, and relationships. Treatment includes:
● Psychotherapy:
○ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to learn emotional expression and social communication.
○ Supportive therapy to help the person understand themselves and build better communication skills.
● Social support: Gradually encouraging the person to engage in appropriate social activities.
● Medications: Usually used only if there are other symptoms like anxiety or depression.
The goal of treatment is to improve social interaction skills and adapt to daily life.

5. What is Borderline Personality Disorder?
Borderline Personality Disorder is a persistent pattern of instability in emotions, relationships, and self-image. A person with this disorder may exhibit:
● Intense and rapid mood swings.
● Difficulty maintaining stable relationships, which may be very close at times and suddenly distant or broken.
● Extreme fear of abandonment or rejection.
● Impulsive behaviors that may be harmful, such as overspending, binge eating, or self-harm.
● A persistent feeling of emptiness or boredom.