Best Psychotherapy Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 14

Dr. Pelin Tas Durmus specializes in psychotherapy at Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital, focusing on personalized treatment plans.

• Expert in cognitive-behavioral therapy and psychodynamic approaches
• Works with patients dealing with anxiety and depression
• Part of a leading psychiatric hospital in Turkey

Specializing in personalized psychotherapy at Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital.

• Focuses on tailored treatment plans for diverse mental health needs
• Works at one of Turkey's leading psychiatric facilities
• Employs evidence-based therapeutic approaches

Prof. Husnu Erkmen has over 43 years of experience of experience treating complex mental health conditions, including PTSD and bipolar disorder, at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Specializes in eating disorders, depression, and schizophrenia
• Published in international medical journals
• Member of the American Psychiatric Association
• Graduated from Ankara University School of Medicine

Dr. Elshad Gulmammadov specializes in psychiatric illnesses and psychotherapy at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Completed psychiatry residency at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Istanbul University
• Practices evidence-based psychotherapy approaches
• Bilingual in English and Turkish

Dr. Volkan Seneger brings 12 years of experience of psychiatry experience, currently practicing at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

• Specialized in psychiatry at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Psychiatry Association
• Also holds membership in the Turkish Medical Association
• Works with patients across various state and private hospitals

Specializes in schizophrenia and psychotic disorders – Dr. Yertutanol combines clinical practice with neuroscience research at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• PhD in Neuroscience with a focus on psychiatric conditions
• Published multiple articles and book chapters on psychopharmacology
• Member of Turkish Psychiatric Association and Neuropharmacology Research Center
• Holds awards for scientific posters in psychiatry

Uzm. Dr. Gunay Hajiyeva is a psychiatrist. She graduated from Azerbaijan Medical University in 2013. She completed her psychiatry residency at Cukurova University Balcali Hospital in 2021. She received training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and Dynamic Sexual Therapy.

Her clinical focus includes schizophrenia, mood disorders, trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, alcohol and substance use disorders, and sexual dysfunction. She speaks English, Russian, and German. She is active in academic and clinical research. She has presented at national and international congresses.

Dr. Melek Gozde Lus is a child psychiatrist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She contributed to Turkey’s Autism Action Plan. She trained family physicians on early autism detection. Dr. Lus treats ADHD, autism, and dyslexia. She also manages anxiety and OCD in children and adolescents.

• Member of the American Association of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Holds international certification in schema therapy.
• Specially trained in CBT-based play therapy and filial therapy.
• Authored research on bipolar co-diagnosis in children with ADHD.

Prof. Dr. Sermin Kesebir brings 24 years of experience of expertise in neurophysiology and psychoanalytically oriented psychotherapies.

• Specializes in emotional disorders like depressive and bipolar disorders
• Published in international and national peer-reviewed journals
• Graduated from İzmir Dokuz Eylül University School of Medicine
• Completed post-graduation at İzmir Ege University Psychiatry Department

Specializing in psychotherapy with a focus on addiction and anxiety disorders, Dr. Tastekin brings expert care to NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Completed specialization in Psychiatry at Istanbul Erenkoy Mental and Neurological Diseases Training Hospital
• Thesis on computer-assisted cognitive improvement for opioid use disorder
• Extensive experience in AMATEM clinic for addiction treatments
• Skilled in cognitive behavioral therapy and dynamic psychotherapy

Dr. Yildirim provides expert psychotherapy at Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital, focusing on personalized patient care.

• Specializes in evidence-based therapeutic approaches
• Works with diverse patient populations
• Affiliated with a leading psychiatric hospital

Dr. Selin Birgul Baran provides specialized psychotherapy at Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital, known for its focus on mental health.

• Works at a leading institution for psychiatry and neurology
• Specializes in personalized treatment plans
• Trained in modern psychotherapy techniques

Dr. Karaca specializes in psychotherapy after years at Bakırköy Mental & Neurological Disorders Hospital, one of Turkey's leading psychiatric centers.

• 25 years of experience of experience in psychiatry & psychotherapy
• Former specialist at Turkey's top psychiatric training hospital
• Currently practices at Emsey Hospital in Istanbul