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Everyone has a different emotional make-up. I believe our previous relationships shape the way we perceive ourselves, the world and the others. As we grow older we have a tendency to repeat the patterns that were constructed during early childhood. Recognizing recurring patterns and their function in emotional make up is transformative. As a psychodynamic psychotherapist I focus on underlying roots of emotional suffering. My aim is not only to alleviate obvious symptoms but also to create a capacity for self-reflection, to evoke self-curiosity, to diversify psychological coping mechanism and to develop insight. I focus on deeper level changes that are fundamental to relational difficulties. I believe examining emotional blind spots and understanding relational patterns provide a deeper understanding of oneself through which losing their functional aspects acute symptoms disappear in time. My approach is based on exploring and understanding unique needs and concerns of each individual. I provide a facilitative and holding environment for self-exploration, insight and transformation. The therapeutic relationship is a mirror that can demonstrate how the person interacts outside of the therapy. I intend to be a companion in your journey the agenda of which is going to be determined by you.

2019-Present, Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist, Private Practise 2018-2019, Psychotherapist, İstanbul Bilgi University Psychological Counseling Center 2011-2012, Research Assistant, Sabancı University 2005-2008, Psychologist, Private Rehabilitation Center

2017-2020, MA in Clinical Psychology, Bilgi University 2010-2013, MA in Conflict Analysis and Resolution, Sabancı University 2000-2005, BA in Psychology, Middle East Technical University