Ebru Eksi

(she/her)

Counsellor

Available for new clients

I specialise in:

At a glance
Istanbul, TurkeyAvailable in-person and online
Usually responds within 2 hours

About me

Originally from Turkey, I lived as an expat in the Netherlands for six years. This experience allowed me to expand my outlook on the world. Now residing in İstanbul, I offer a space that bridges cultures, shaped by both my international experience and my roots.

As a therapist, I am continually inspired by the uniqueness each client brings into the room. Through my work and ongoing trainings, I continue to grow both as a therapist and as an individual, for which I am very grateful.

Outside of sessions, I’m deeply curious about emotional resilience, meaningful living, existential questions, and art. I bring that same curiosity, care and openness into my work: creating space for exploration, reflection, and growth.

On a personal note, I’m a cinephile, an animal lover, and someone who feels most grounded in nature.

I speak:

EnglishTurkish

Location:

Istanbul, Turkey

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.
CBT: Cognitive behavioural therapyRecommended for those looking for practical support and accountability to change unhelpful thinking and behaviors.
CFT: Compassion-focused therapyRecommended for those who want to be kinder to themselves and reduce negative self-talk, often using mindfulness techniques.

I tailor my approach to each individual, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-based approaches, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Art Therapy tools. Rather than offering one fixed method, I adapt to what the person and the moment require.

The most important thing for me is to create a non-judgmental, open space. My sessions focus on asking thoughtful questions rather than rushing to conclusions, exploring new perspectives and gently expanding possibilities.

I am here to facilitate you to gain awareness of what may no longer be working and to empower you to recognize what other choices are available to you, so you can move toward a life that feels more aligned and authentic.

If this resonates with you, I look forward to meeting you.

Education: Master of Science - Clinical Psychology - Erasmus University Rotterdam, The Netherlands Bachelor of Science - Psychology - Erasmus University Rotterdam, The Netherlands

Certifications:

  • Art Psychotherapy Training
  • Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
  • Compassion Cultivation
  • Suicide Prevention
  • Guided Imagery
  • Narrative Therapy Foundational Techniques
  • Psychological First Aid
  • Productivity and Time Management
  • Pragmatic Psychology Training

I have been working as a freelance clinical psychologist since March 2024, conducting online & in-person sessions addressing a range of mental health concerns. My work is grounded in evidence-based practice and guided by an individualized, flexible therapeutic approach.

In addition to my clinical practice, I have academic experience as a junior researcher, thesis supervisor, and substitute teacher at Erasmus University and Erasmus University Medical Center in the Netherlands.

Services

Intro Call

Free 15 min Online

Individual Session

€50 50 min Online & In-person

Insurances

Private Pay
At a glance
Istanbul, TurkeyAvailable in-person and online
Usually responds within 2 hours

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