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Dr. Ela Ari
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Psychotherapist & Clinical Psychologist
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I’m a psychotherapist and clinical psychologist specializing in resilience, offering evidence-based interventions to help you overcome challenges and thrive. Academician and researcher with a focus on mental well-being.
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At a glance
Istanbul, TurkeyAvailable in-person and online
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Offers free 15 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Note from Dr. ElaRecognizing the significance of a good therapy match, I offer 15 min. free consultation to have an insight into my approach and support.
Your story is important.Feel free to contact me here if you feel that we could be a good fit.
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About me
I hold degrees in both psychology, clinical psychology, organizational and consumer behavior. Additionally, I have undergone extensive training and supervision from peer reviewed trainers listed in Association of Contextual Behavioral Science where I am a member and listed therapist. I am also an assistant professor in a local university's psychology department. Since 2010, I am an academician and researcher in Applied Psychology.
I am a trained psychotherapist currently practicing in Istanbul. However, I spent nearly 10 years living and working in California, specifically in San Francisco Bay Area. During my time there, I personally encountered and navigated through various psychological challenges commonly faced by expatriates. This first hand experience allows me to empathize closely with individuals dealing with the difficulties of cultural adaptation and lifestyle changes.
I am a trained psychotherapist currently practicing in Istanbul. However, I spent nearly 10 years living and working in California, specifically in San Francisco Bay Area. During my time there, I personally encountered and navigated through various psychological challenges commonly faced by expatriates. This first hand experience allows me to empathize closely with individuals dealing with the difficulties of cultural adaptation and lifestyle changes.
I speak:
EnglishFrenchTurkish
Location:
Bağdat Caddesi, Istanbul, Turkey
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Approach
Treatment Approaches
ACT: Acceptance and Commitment TherapyRecommended for those who want to stop fighting negative thoughts and learn how to live with more acceptance and focus on what really matters in life.
CFT: Compassion-Focused TherapyRecommended for those who want to be kinder to themselves and reduce negative self-talk, often using mindfulness techniques.
Clinical psychologyRecommended for those who need help with diagnosing and treating more complex mental health issues, often involving assessments and evidence-based treatments.
I use evidence-based psychotherapeutic approaches that focus on improving mental health and well-being. As a therapist, I'm committed to helping you accept your emotions, thoughts, and experiences while taking actions aligned with your values. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, social problems and relationship issues. My therapeutic approach helps me to work with various psychological disorders such as loss, eating, personality, bipolar disorders as well as life challenges as parental or job burnout. In our sessions, I use mindfulness, acceptance exercises, and metaphors to support your well-being.
I use Acceptance and Commitment therapy and also incorporate Compassion-Focused Therapy and Functional Analytic Therapy. Understanding your emotions and thoughts is my top priority, especially in challenging times. My goal is to enhance your self-awareness and nurture self-compassion during our sessions.
You're invited to schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation to explore whether we're the right fit to collaborate on your journey towards growth and healing.
Experience
6 years in practice
2022– present Co-founder of Resilience Lab, Istanbul Medipol University, Department of Psychology
2022 – present Co-founder of Resilience Academy and Psychology
2020 – present Psychology Department Full Faculty Member,
Istanbul Medipol University,
2016-2020 Psychology Department Chair,
Istanbul Commerce University,
2012-2020 Psychology Department Full Faculty Member,
Istanbul Commerce University
2022 – present Co-founder of Resilience Academy and Psychology
2020 – present Psychology Department Full Faculty Member,
Istanbul Medipol University,
2016-2020 Psychology Department Chair,
Istanbul Commerce University,
2012-2020 Psychology Department Full Faculty Member,
Istanbul Commerce University
Education
2021 Msc. Clinical Psychology, Gedik University, Istanbul
2015 PhD, Consumer Behavior PhD, Ozyegin University, Istanbul
2005 MA, Organizational Behavior, Marmara University, Istanbul
2004 Master of Business Administration, San Jose, CA, USA
2001 Ba in Psychology, Bosphorus University, Istanbul
1996 Notre dame de Sion French High School
Continuing Education:
Intense Training on Self-as Context, 12 hours, January 2024 By: Matthieu Villatte
Advanced clinical RFT course: The Therapy of Everything, 3 months September-December 2023 By: Matthieu Villatte
Act for Worrying, Ruminating, and obsessing, Nov 30th, 2023, 3.5 hrs, Nov 2023, By Russ Harris
ACT in Focus: Navigating, Processes, Procedures, and Future Directions, Nov.2023, Richard Bennett
Act for Adult ADHD, 3.5 hrs, Nov 2023, By Russ Harris
Mastering the Clinical Conversation: Clinical Relational Frame Theory in Experiential Practice Course (6 months), March - September 2023,
Functional Analytic Therapy II (8weeks, 16 hours), May - June 2023
Truffle Hunting: Bringing Values to Life in the Therapy Room (2 hours), February 24, 2023
Functional Analytic Therapy I (8weeks, 16 hours) January-March 2023
Grief and Loss Workshop (16 hours), August 13-14, 2022
The Courage to Connect Workshop, (16 hours) March 26-27, 2022
Powering Up Creative Hopelessness (3,5 Hours), 28th February 2022
Act Case Conceptualization (4 hours), January 25th 2022
The Experiential Act Therapist (4 hours) March 17, 2022
Act Enhanced Exposure (4 hours), Jim Lucas, July 7th 2022,
Experiential Therapy Application (16 hours), Istanbul, September 16th 2021
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Theory and Application (40 hours), Contextual Behavioral Sciences, Istanbul, June- August 2021
Family Counselling Program (464 hours) Ankara, August, 2020
The Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) Program (16 hours-8weeks) Berkeley, CA March, 2019
The Courses I am teaching : Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Psychology (Social, Organizational, Applied), Research Methods, Statistics, SPSS, Psychological Measurement
Trainings I am delivering: Resilience, Emotion Regulation, Self-compassion, Mindfulness, Burnout, Well-being, Values, Improvisation
2015 PhD, Consumer Behavior PhD, Ozyegin University, Istanbul
2005 MA, Organizational Behavior, Marmara University, Istanbul
2004 Master of Business Administration, San Jose, CA, USA
2001 Ba in Psychology, Bosphorus University, Istanbul
1996 Notre dame de Sion French High School
Continuing Education:
Intense Training on Self-as Context, 12 hours, January 2024 By: Matthieu Villatte
Advanced clinical RFT course: The Therapy of Everything, 3 months September-December 2023 By: Matthieu Villatte
Act for Worrying, Ruminating, and obsessing, Nov 30th, 2023, 3.5 hrs, Nov 2023, By Russ Harris
ACT in Focus: Navigating, Processes, Procedures, and Future Directions, Nov.2023, Richard Bennett
Act for Adult ADHD, 3.5 hrs, Nov 2023, By Russ Harris
Mastering the Clinical Conversation: Clinical Relational Frame Theory in Experiential Practice Course (6 months), March - September 2023,
Functional Analytic Therapy II (8weeks, 16 hours), May - June 2023
Truffle Hunting: Bringing Values to Life in the Therapy Room (2 hours), February 24, 2023
Functional Analytic Therapy I (8weeks, 16 hours) January-March 2023
Grief and Loss Workshop (16 hours), August 13-14, 2022
The Courage to Connect Workshop, (16 hours) March 26-27, 2022
Powering Up Creative Hopelessness (3,5 Hours), 28th February 2022
Act Case Conceptualization (4 hours), January 25th 2022
The Experiential Act Therapist (4 hours) March 17, 2022
Act Enhanced Exposure (4 hours), Jim Lucas, July 7th 2022,
Experiential Therapy Application (16 hours), Istanbul, September 16th 2021
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Theory and Application (40 hours), Contextual Behavioral Sciences, Istanbul, June- August 2021
Family Counselling Program (464 hours) Ankara, August, 2020
The Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) Program (16 hours-8weeks) Berkeley, CA March, 2019
The Courses I am teaching : Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Psychology (Social, Organizational, Applied), Research Methods, Statistics, SPSS, Psychological Measurement
Trainings I am delivering: Resilience, Emotion Regulation, Self-compassion, Mindfulness, Burnout, Well-being, Values, Improvisation
Services
Intro Call
Free • 15 min • Online & In-person
Individual Session
€140 • 45 min • Online & In-person
Insurances
Private PayPrivate Insurance
At a glance
Istanbul, TurkeyAvailable in-person and online
Last active
Offers free 15 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Note from Dr. ElaRecognizing the significance of a good therapy match, I offer 15 min. free consultation to have an insight into my approach and support.
Your story is important.Feel free to contact me here if you feel that we could be a good fit.
Usually responds within 8 hours
Explore more
My publications
How we disenfranchise grief for self and other: An empirical studyJournal OMEGA-Journal of Death and Dying
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