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Berru Doğan
Clinical Psychologist
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About me
I am a Clinical Psychologist and School Psychologist based in Istanbul, dedicated to supporting psychological well-being across different stages of life. I completed my graduate studies in Clinical Psychology at Bahçeşehir University, an academic foundation that anchors my practical approach in evidence based methods and deep clinical understanding. My professional identity is defined by this strong academic background combined with a versatile, hands-on approach to mental health.
My career spans both clinical settings and educational institutions, allowing me to build a diverse and comprehensive practice. As a school psychologist, I work closely with children, designing creative and symbolic developmental projects, such as interactive festival activities, that help them navigate their inner worlds. Concurrently, I provide trauma-informed counseling for adults, utilizing structured case formulations to help clients process complex emotional experiences and establish healthy boundaries in their lives.
Driven by a strong interest in international collaboration and environmental psychology, my work extends beyond the traditional therapy room. I actively engage with community initiatives and volunteering networks. By integrating clinical expertise with educational insight and a global perspective, I strive to offer a holistic, supportive space tailored to the unique and multi-layered needs of every individual I work with.
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My therapeutic approach is collaborative, structured, and deeply tailored to the unique developmental and psychological needs of each client. Grounded in my academic foundation from Bahçeşehir University, I integrate evidence-based clinical methodologies with creative and somatic practices to support both adults and children in a safe, non-judgmental environment. In my practice with adults, I combine cognitive behavioral and relational frameworks to help clients navigate emotional difficulties and life transitions. During my master's degree, I received comprehensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). To further specialize in relationship dynamics and emotional boundaries, I completed Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT/KİPT) training certified by the Interpersonal Psychotherapy Association (Kişilerarası İlişki Psikoterapileri Derneği). Additionally, I am currently broadening my trauma-informed framework by pursuing online training in "Guided Drawing for Trauma" through the Institute for Sensorimotor Art Therapy. This allows me to incorporate somatic, sensorimotor, and expressive arts elements into therapy, helping clients process complex trauma and emotional experiences beyond verbal expression. When working with children, my style is interactive, developmental, and creative. I hold an APT-approved (Association for Play Therapy) Level 1 Play Therapy certification, which enables me to use symbolic and play-based methods to communicate with children at their own developmental level. Whether working with an adult processing relational patterns or a child navigating their inner world, my goal is to provide structured, multifaceted support that fosters resilience and meaningful growth.
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