Elvan Ciftci
- Specialization: Psychiatrist
- 14 years of experience
- Speaks:English
- Online consultations: available
- Workplace: Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
Dr. Elvan Ciftci is a psychiatrist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She holds a PhD in Neuroscience from Hacettepe University. Dr. Ciftci is an Assistant Professor specializing in mental health and diseases. She treats complex conditions including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and autism. Her practice integrates therapeutic techniques with neuroscientific research.
- Specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness-based interventions.
- Uses supportive psychotherapy and motivational therapy techniques.
- Treats patients at a JCI-accredited neuropsychiatric hospital in Istanbul.
- Completed medical training and specialization at Hacettepe University.
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Qualifications
Elvan Ciftci is an Assistant Professor of psychiatry specializing in neuroscience and mental health. She works at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. The doctor earned a PhD in neuroscience from Hacettepe University and Medipol University.
Specialization and Therapeutic Approach
Dr. Ciftci treats psychiatric conditions using clinical medicine and psychotherapy. She treats disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar affective disorder, and autism. She also provides treatment for depression, anorexia, paranoia, and neuroses.
The specialist integrates several therapeutic techniques into her practice. These methods help personalize treatment for each patient's mental health needs. Her therapeutic toolkit includes:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Supportive Psychotherapy
- Psychoanalytic Therapy Techniques
- Motivational Therapy
- Mindfulness Training
- Acceptance and Commitment Training
- Family and Couple Therapy
Professional Experience
Dr. Ciftci balances clinical practice with academic duties in Istanbul. She researches the intersection of physiology and mental health. Her professional roles include:
- Assistant Professor, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Mental Health and Diseases
- Psychiatry Specialist, SBU Erenköy Mental and Neurological Diseases Hospital (2018)
- Physiology Researcher, Medipol University
Education and Advanced Training
Dr. Ciftci completed her medical and scientific training at Turkish institutions. She participated in an integrated MD-PhD program to bridge medicine and research.
- 2020 – PhD in Neuroscience, Hacettepe University Department of Neuroscience
- 2012 – Undergraduate Degree, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
- Kadir Kameroglu Primary School (2002)
- Aydin Science High School (2006)
- Trauma Main and Practical Training Program
- Theoretical and Supervision Training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Theoretical and Theoretical Training in Supportive Psychotherapy
- Motivational Therapy Techniques
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