89 Best Psychiatry Doctors in Turkey

Dr. Omer Faruk Oge is an ophthalmologist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in surgeries for strabismus, cataracts, and retinal diseases. He is a member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. Dr. Oge also focuses on pediatric eye health and ocular aesthetics.

• Trained at the Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital.
• Treats complex conditions including amblyopia and retinal disorders.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Dr. Pelin Tas graduated from Trakya University, Faculty of Medicine in 2013. Then, she was admitted to receive Psychiatry Specialization Training at Trakya University in 2014 and completed her speciality training in 2018. She worked as an assistant in the field of Psychiatry at Trakya University, Faculty of Medicine between 2014-2018. She then served as a Psychiatrist at Adiyaman Besni State Hospital(2019-2020), Gaziantep Private Deva Hospital and Gaziantep Private Hatem Hospital (2020-2022).

Dr. Pelin Tas is currently employed at Private Moodist Hospital.

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. Yusuf Erçin Yılmaz, a Psychiatry Specialist at Private Moodist Hospital, completed his medical education at Dokuz Eylül University and his specialization training at Erenköy Mental and Neurological Diseases Training and Research Hospital. After completing his thesis on “The Relationship between Suicide Risk in Bipolar Depression Patients and Metacognition and Emotional Schemas,” he fulfilled his mandatory service for two years at Manisa Demirci State Hospital, followed by work in psychiatry at Istanbul Istinye University Gaziosmanpaşa Medical Park Hospital. He provided support in outpatient services and consultation liaison areas. As of 2024, he has started working in the treatment of outpatient and inpatient psychiatry patients at Private Moodist Hospital.

Dr. Yusuf Erçin Yılmaz adopts an approach to treatment that includes both pharmacological and therapeutic support. In treatment, he considers complementary, sincere approaches in areas such as individuals’ motivation processes, environmental factors, internal dynamics, cognitive processes, and family approaches to be important.

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

• Over 13 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

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

Prof. Dr. Husnu Erkmen specializes in complex mental health disorders like PTSD and schizophrenia with 43 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

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

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

• Over 20 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

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. 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

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

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. Emel Torun specializes in child health and development, with a focus on nutrition and vaccination at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• 28 years of experience in pediatric health
• Expertise in childhood vitamin-mineral supplements
• Published research on vitamin D deficiency therapies
• Professor at Biruni University Faculty of Medicine

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

• Over 33 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

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

• 41 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