Best Depression Doctors in Turkey — TOP 35

Specializes in childhood depression and anxiety disorders – Dr. Allahyarova combines psychiatry expertise with psychosomatic therapies at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

• Child Psychiatry specialist since 2020
• Expertise in trauma-related disorders in children
• Uses cognitive behavioral therapies and TMS treatments
• Focuses on intergenerational trauma effects

Dr. Gulmammadov specializes in psychiatric illnesses, with a focus on depression, at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Completed psychiatry residency at Cerrahpaşa, one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Board-certified in psychiatry with over 13 years of experience of experience
• Graduated from Azerbaijan Medical University's prestigious program
• Fluent in Turkish and English in addition to native Azerbaijani

Prof. Dr. Husnu Erkmen brings 43 years of experience of experience in psychiatry, specializing in complex mood disorders at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Expert in treatment-resistant Depression, PTSD, and Bipolar Disorder
• Published in international medical journals
• Member of the American Psychiatric Association
• Advisory board member for scientific medical journals
• Graduated from Ankara University School of Medicine

Specializes in child and adolescent psychiatry, including depression, with international training at the University of Leicester and published research.

• Fluent in English, facilitating clear communication with international patients
• Works at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, specializing in psychiatric care
• Published articles in both national and international refereed journals
• Experienced in treating a wide range of psychiatric disorders in children

Dr. Elvin Guliyev specializes in depression treatment with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy – trained by a leading expert in the field.

• Completed psychiatry residency at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Skilled in psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention
• Fluent in English and Russian for international patient care
• Regular participant in national and international psychiatry congresses

Dr. Cetin specializes in mental health with advanced training from top Turkish universities, including a PhD from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa.

• Graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Completed a Master's Degree at Hacettepe University
• Earned a PhD in Mental Health from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa

Prof. Dr. Sinem Zeynep Metin specializes in psychosomatic disorders and eating disorders with cognitive-behavioral therapy training.

• Board-certified psychiatrist since 2010
• Certified therapist for sexual dysfunctions
• Supervises the Pink Clinic at NPIstanbul Hospital
• Lecturer at Üsküdar University, Department of Psychology

Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Medicine, Department of Mental Health and Diseases – Dr. Ciftci combines neuroscience expertise with psychotherapy techniques.

• Specialized in Neuroscience at Hacettepe University
• Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness
• Expert in Trauma and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
• Works at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital

Dr. Firdevs Seyfe Sen specializes in depression and brings over 33 years of experience of psychiatry experience, with a focus on innovative treatment approaches.

• Completed advanced training in EMDR and cognitive behavioral therapy
• Expert in psychodrama therapy and psychoanalysis techniques
• Trained under leading psychiatric experts across various therapeutic methods
• Works at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, a specialized psychiatric center

Dr. Fatma Duygu Kaya Yertutanol is a psychiatrist and neuroscientist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She holds a PhD in neuroscience from Gazi University. Dr. Yertutanol treats schizophrenia, psychotic disorders, and addiction. She works at Turkey’s first JCI-accredited neuropsychiatric hospital.

• Sits on the editorial boards of two medical journals since 2010.
• Completed two TUBITAK research projects on neurobehavioral science.
• Winner of national and international awards for her scientific research.
• Member of the NPFUAM Board and the Psychiatric Association of Turkey.

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.

Associate Professor Ceylan Ergul Arslan specializes in psychosis and addiction, combining clinical practice with ongoing research for evidence-based depression treatments.

• Trained at Istanbul University's prestigious Faculty of Medicine
• Currently pursuing doctoral studies in psychosis epidemiology in the Netherlands
• Works at Üsküdar University's Department of Mental Health and Diseases
• Recognized with the title of Associate Professor in Psychiatry
• Provides care at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital's AMATEM department

Prof. Dr. Nevzat Tarhan founded NP Istanbul Brain Hospital and has 41 years of experience of experience in psychiatry.

• Specializes in stress-related disorders and psychopharmacology
• Author of over 1 million books sold worldwide
• Published 150+ research articles and 45 book chapters
• Recipient of multiple awards including the Golden Axon Leadership Award

Dr. Nihal Tastekin is a psychiatrist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She specializes in addiction treatment and anxiety disorders. Her research focuses on computer-assisted cognitive improvement for opioid use disorder. She uses dynamic psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to treat patients.

• Experienced in AMATEM clinic outpatient and inpatient addiction care.
• Treats complex mental health conditions, including paranoia and depression.
• Expert in cognitive remediation and mood disorder management.
• Works at Turkey’s first JCI-certified private neuropsychiatric hospital.

Dr. Emine Yagmur Zorbozan is a psychiatrist. She graduated from Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine. She completed psychiatry specialty training in 2019 at Istanbul Erenköy Mental and Neurological Diseases Hospital. Her thesis was a controlled study on substance addiction. It compared frontal functions in synthetic cannabinoid and opioid use disorders.

Her practice includes Elazığ Mental Health Hospital (closed psychiatry, AMATEM). She also worked at Bursa City Hospital (outpatient, inpatient, high-security forensic psychiatry). She served as a trainer-of-trainers for Driver Behavior Improvement programs with the Ministry of Health.

Prof. Dr. Sermin Kesebir specializes in psych neurophysiology and psychoanalytically oriented psychotherapies with 24 years of experience of experience.

• Expert in treating depressive disorders and bipolar disorders
• Published in international and national peer-reviewed journals
• Graduated from İzmir Dokuz Eylül University School of Medicine
• Post-graduation from İzmir Ege University Faculty of Medicine Psychiatry Department

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.

Specializes in treating depression and related disorders at Medicalpoint International Hospital, with a focus on comprehensive psychiatric care.

• Graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Gained experience at Ege University Faculty of Medicine Department of Psychiatry
• Treats a wide range of psychological disorders including anxiety and bipolar disorder

Dr. Haluk Aksu specializes in treating depression with a range of evidence-based therapies at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in cognitive, behavioral, and interpersonal therapies
• Uses EMDR and schema therapy for complex cases
• Experience at Bakirkoy Mental and Nervous Diseases Hospital

Dr. Esen specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy for depression, with accreditation from the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies.

• Extensive training at Hacettepe University and Harvard
• Focuses on psychopharmacological and behavioral treatments
• Active member of European Psychiatric Association
• Coordinated psychosocial support for earthquake victims