Best Alcoholism treatment Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 17

Specializes in alcoholism treatment at Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital – dedicated to helping patients achieve long-term recovery.

• Experienced in treating substance use disorders
• Works with patients to develop personalized treatment plans
• Part of a multidisciplinary team at a specialized psychiatric hospital

Dr. Yusuf specializes in alcoholism treatment at Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital.

• Experienced in treating complex addiction cases
• Focuses on personalized treatment plans
• Works at a leading psychiatry and neurology hospital

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

• Expert in treating PTSD, depression, bipolar disorder, and other mental health issues
• Active member of Psychiatric Association of Turkey and American Psychiatric Association
• Published in international and national medical journals
• Graduated and completed post-graduation at Ankara University School of Medicine

Prof. Dr. Nesrin Dilbaz specializes in treating alcoholism and schizophrenia in children and teens, with recognition for her contributions to psychiatry.

• Professor of Psychiatry with expertise in addiction and mental health
• Recognized jury member at the AUA 2020 event
• Public speaker on Burnout Syndrome and coping strategies

Dr. Alptekin Cetin specializes in mental health with extensive training at Hacettepe and Istanbul University.

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

Dr. Shukurov specializes in substance and behavioral addictions, combining psychoanalytic and mindfulness-based therapies at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Expert in adult psychiatry with a focus on addiction treatment
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• Research includes body image disorders in borderline personality patients
• Approach integrates psychoanalytic and mindfulness techniques

Dr. Ceylan Ergul Arslan specializes in addiction psychiatry at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, with a focus on alcoholism treatment and psychosis research.

• Associate professor in psychiatry at Üsküdar University
• Doctoral studies on psychosis epidemiology at Maastricht University
• Works at NPISTANBUL AMATEM department, specializing in addiction
• Awarded associate professor title in 2023

Dr. Eryilmaz specializes in family and relationship therapies, which are key in treating alcoholism.

• Graduated from Gazi University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained in psychoanalytic psychotherapy and cognitive therapy
• Published articles in both local and foreign journals
• Offers a comprehensive approach to alcoholism treatment

Dr. Neşe Üstün is a psychiatry specialist at Bakırköy Mental and Neurological Diseases Hospital, a role she has held since 2002. Earlier, she worked in clinical biochemistry at Istanbul University Çapa (1995–1996) and in neurology in 1996. She graduated from Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine. She later qualified as Chief Assistant after passing written and oral exams and submitting a publication portfolio.

She will continue her work at Bakırköy through 2025. She provides patient care, trains assistants, supervises theses, and conducts research. She has published in national and international journals and has presented many papers. She has taken part in patient follow-up and research at the Women’s Mental Health Unit and the Mood Disorders Center. She is trained in CBT, psychodynamic psychotherapy, interpersonal therapy, and EMDR. She uses these therapies alongside medication when needed.

Dr. Merve Setenay Gürbüz is a Psychiatry Specialist at Private Moodist Hospital. She completed her psychiatry training at Erenköy Mental and Nervous Diseases Hospital in 2017. She then worked for about two years at GOP Taksim Training and Research Hospital. In 2019, she worked at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She also served as an Assistant Professor at Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine. In 2021, she became the Responsible Manager at Rubi Medical Center. From June 2021, she was an Assistant Professor at İstinye University GOP Medicalpark Hospital and at İstinye University Faculty of Medicine. In 2022, she was appointed Head of the Department of Mental Health and Diseases at İstinye University Faculty of Medicine.

She has written articles and book chapters in Turkey and abroad.

Dr. Merve Gümüşay is a specialist in psychiatry and psychotherapy. She completed medical school at the Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. She finished her psychiatry residency at the Bakırköy Prof. Dr. Mazhar Osman Mental Health and Neurological Diseases Training and Research Hospital. She provides evidence-based psychotherapy. Her clinical focus includes depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, addiction, and women’s mental health.

She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Supportive Psychotherapy, and Sex Therapy. Dr. Gümüşay is a member of the Turkish Psychiatric Association and the Turkish Medical Association. She contributes to research and publications. She also takes part in national congresses.

Dr. Erhan Yuksek graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine and completed his specialty training there. He uses evidence-based psychopharmacology to treat addiction, anxiety disorders, depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. He often combines medication with psychotherapy to improve outcomes.

He tailors medication plans to each patient’s biological, psychological, and environmental factors. He closely monitors side effects, treatment response, and long-term progress. He also offers ECT, TMS, and VR therapy. He integrates CBT and other psychotherapy methods to help restore function and improve quality of life.

Dr. Cagdas Yokusoglu is a consultant psychiatrist with over 12 years of clinical experience. He specializes in adult psychiatry and evidence-based psychotherapy. He graduated from the English Medicine Program at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University. He completed his psychiatry residency at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine.

He has worked in public and private settings. He now provides psychiatric assessment and psychotherapy in private practice. His care is individualized and evidence-based, covering a wide range of psychiatric disorders.

His advanced training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Analysis, and psychopharmacology.

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Solmaz is a board-certified psychiatrist. He earned his M.D. from Hacettepe University in 1989. He completed his psychiatry residency at Bakırköy Mental and Neurological Diseases Hospital in 1996. He became an associate professor in 2014 and a professor in 2021.

From 2015 to 2020, he chaired the 4th Specialized Board of the Council of Forensic Medicine. He oversaw evaluations of criminal responsibility and legal competency.

He served on the psychiatry faculty at the Hamidiye Faculty of Medicine, University of Health Sciences. He was an educational supervisor at the Psychiatry Clinic of Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital. He is currently the chair of the Department of Psychiatry at Beykent University Faculty of Medicine.

Dr. Özge Yükselay is a psychiatrist. She earned her medical degree from Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine. She completed her residency at Erenköy Mental and Nervous Diseases Hospital. She has worked at Van Regional Training and Research Hospital, Erenköy Mental and Nervous Diseases Hospital, and Moodist Neuropsychiatry Hospital. She brings broad clinical experience.

She combines psychotherapy with medical treatment. She also uses somatic therapies such as TMS, ECT, tDCS, and neurofeedback. Her practice includes depression, OCD, anxiety disorders, addiction, psychotic disorders, and mood disorders. She is interested in group therapy and psychodrama. She has a special focus on individual and group therapy for eating disorders.