Best psychiatrists in Istanbul: TOP 51 doctors

Dr. Mukhtar Mursalli specializes in child and adolescent psychiatry at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital, with advanced training in therapeutic techniques.

• Certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for children and adolescents
• Trained in Play Therapy and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
• Expertise in schizophrenia and affective disorders in school-age children
• Member of the Psychiatric Association of Turkey

Prof. Dr. Husnu Erkmen specializes in complex mental health disorders like PTSD and schizophrenia with 30+ years of psychiatry experience at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Published in international and national medical journals
• Active member of the American Psychiatric Association
• Graduated and completed post-graduation at Ankara University School of Medicine

Specializes in childhood anxiety disorders and intergenerational trauma effects – Dr. Allahyarova combines psychosomatic therapies with traditional psychiatry at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

• Child Psychiatry specialist since 2020
• Expert in Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD
• Skilled in Cognitive Behavioral Therapies and rTMS
• Handles complex cases like PTSD and eating disorders

Dr. Elshad Gulmammadov specializes in complex psychiatric cases, trained at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa – one of Turkey's top medical schools.

• Over 5 years of experience in psychiatric care
• Focuses on mood disorders, neuroses, and neurodevelopmental conditions
• Board-certified in psychiatry with multilingual capabilities
• Works at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, a specialized mental health facility

Prof. Dr. Sermin Kesebir specializes in psychoanalytically oriented psychotherapies with 25+ years of experience at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Expert in psych neurophysiology and emotional disorders
• Published in international peer-reviewed journals
• Graduated from İzmir Dokuz Eylül University School of Medicine
• Trained at İzmir Ege University Psychiatry Department

Prof. Dr. Nesrin Dilbaz specializes in treating alcoholism and schizophrenia in children and teens, with recognition at prestigious events like AUA 2020.

• Focuses on psychiatric care for young patients
• Expert in Burnout Syndrome with public speaking engagements
• Professor with extensive academic and clinical experience
• Recognized for contributions to psychiatry

Specializes in child and adolescent psychiatry at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital, with international training at the University of Leicester.

• Published researcher in national and international refereed journals
• Fluent in English, facilitating communication with international patients
• Focuses on autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and anxiety disorders
• Experienced in treating complex psychiatric conditions in youth

Dr. Guliyev specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for various psychiatric conditions, trained by a leading expert at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Completed psychiatry residency at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy by Prof. Dr. Mehmet Zihni Sungur
• Regular participant in national and international psychiatry congresses
• Fluent in English and Russian for international patient care

Dr. Cetin holds a PhD in Mental Health from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa – one of Turkey's top medical institutions.

• Over 15 years focused on complex neuroses and schizophrenia
• Trained at Hacettepe University, a leading medical school
• Works at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, a specialist facility
• Specializes in evidence-based treatment protocols

Specializing in minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgeries with a focus on metabolic and oncologic procedures at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

• Over 20 years of experience in general surgery
• Trained at University of Miami's Jackson Memorial Hospital
• Expertise in sleeve gastrectomy and anti-reflux surgeries
• Associate professor with extensive academic and clinical background

Dr. Volkan Seneger specializes in psychiatry at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital, with extensive training at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital.

• Trained in psychiatry at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Psychiatry Association
• Works with various psychiatric conditions and treatments
• Experienced in both public and private healthcare settings

Dr. Shukurov specializes in psychoanalytic and mindfulness-based therapies at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, focusing on anxiety and behavioral addictions.

• Expert in adult psychiatry with a thesis on borderline personality disorder
• Specializes in anxiety disorders and behavioral addictions like gambling
• Trained in psychoanalytic and mindfulness-based therapeutic approaches
• Graduated from Azerbaijan Medical University and completed residency at Istanbul University

Assistant Professor in Mental Health and Diseases at Hacettepe University – Dr. Ciftci combines neuroscience expertise with diverse psychotherapy techniques.

• Trained in cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-focused techniques
• Specializes in mindfulness and acceptance and commitment training
• Completed neuroscience PhD at prestigious Hacettepe University
• Offers family and couple therapy options
• Works at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital – a leading neuropsychiatric center

Prof. Dr. Sinem Zeynep Metin specializes in cognitive and behavioral therapies for complex psychiatric cases at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Certified therapist for eating disorders and sexual dysfunctions
• Supervises Pink Clinic – dedicated to psychosomatic disorders
• Lecturer at Üsküdar University, contributing to academic psychiatry
• Fluent in English and French – accessible to international patients
• Published in both Turkish and English scientific journals

Dr. Noyan specializes in mood disorders, addiction, and sexual dysfunctions, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Hypnotherapy at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Trained at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
• Completed specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Hypnotherapy
• Focuses on mood disorders and addiction treatments
• Expertise in sexual dysfunctions and related therapies

Firdevs Seyfe Sen combines psychotherapy and psychoanalysis expertise with a focus on neuropsychiatric conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Over 25 years of experience in psychiatry
• Trained in psychodrama, EMDR, and cognitive behavioral therapy
• Specializes in psychotic disorders, depression, and anxiety conditions
• Pioneered TMU treatment in Izmir province
• Completed psychoanalysis training with Prof. Dr. Vamık Volkan

Prof. Dr. Nevzat Tarhan founded NP Istanbul Brain Hospital and has authored over 1 million books on mental health topics.

• 45+ years of experience in psychology and psychopharmacology
• Specializes in stress-related disorders and innovative treatments
• Recipient of multiple awards including the World Peace Invitation Award
• Rector of Uskudar University with 150+ research articles

Associate professor in psychiatry with ongoing doctoral research on psychosis epidemiology at Maastricht University – balancing clinical practice and cutting-edge research.

• Specialized psychiatry training at Istanbul Medical Faculty
• Works at NPISTANBUL AMATEM department focusing on addiction
• Teaches mental health at Üsküdar University
• Published researcher bridging psychosis and clinical practice

Prof. Serdar Nurmedov founded Turkey's first private Addiction Treatment Center and has published nearly 50 scientific articles with 1000+ citations.

• Specializes in addiction-related neuroses, autism, and schizophrenia with a neuroscience focus
• Trained in psychiatry and addiction rehabilitation centers in the USA, Netherlands, and Russia
• Associate Professor in Psychiatry at Üsküdar University
• 20+ years of clinical experience in psychiatry

Dr. Gul Eryilmaz specializes in family and relationship therapies – a key approach for treating neuroses and schizophrenia at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• 20+ years of experience in psychiatry
• Trained in cognitive and psychoanalytic psychotherapy
• Published articles in local and international journals
• Expert in family-focused alcoholism treatment