İrfan Darcan
Couples Therapist & Psychological Counsellor
Verified by It's Complicated
Available for new clients
In my work, I aim to increase the emotional intelligence of my clients, showing them how to embrace their "demons", as there is no such thing as a bad emotion.
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At a glance
US$60-90 per session
Istanbul, TurkeyAvailable online onlyLast active
Usually responds within 2 hours
About me
Irfan Darcan, a couples therapist living in Istanbul, Turkey. I’ve been working with couples and individuals since December 2016. While working with couples, my aim is to create better lasting relationships and heal the ones that may seem beyond repair. I have been using the Gottman Couples Therapy Method in this regard, and I’m the kind of therapist that focuses on emotions first.
While working with individuals, I must say that I personally enjoy defeating anxiety, in any way shape or form it presents itself with my clients. I have received several trainings in dealing with trauma as well, so I can add that trauma and/or stress management is another one of my strong suits.
While working with individuals, I must say that I personally enjoy defeating anxiety, in any way shape or form it presents itself with my clients. I have received several trainings in dealing with trauma as well, so I can add that trauma and/or stress management is another one of my strong suits.
I speak:
EnglishTurkish
Location:
Istanbul, Turkey
Approach
Treatment Approaches
CounsellingRecommended for those who want to talk through their emotional challenges with a professional in a safe, supportive environment.
Psychotherapy Recommended for those who want to work through emotional or mental health challenges by talking with a trained psychotherapist.
As a therapist who comes from a shattered family himself, I understand full well on how important it is to deal with childhood trauma. That is the reason why I focus working with couples, as the key to prevent childhood trauma is to heal the relationship between the parents. As a certified emotion coach, I can help my clients become better parents as well.
I believe therapy should be a fun learning experience, so no matter what ails you, I’m confident in my abilities as a therapist to show you the silly part in the things that terrify you.
I believe therapy should be a fun learning experience, so no matter what ails you, I’m confident in my abilities as a therapist to show you the silly part in the things that terrify you.
Experience
9 years in practice
2016 - Today: Freelance Psychotherapist
Education
2004-2013 - Koç University, B.A. of Psychology
February 2014 - Gottman Therapy, Level 1 Training given by Expert Psychologist Filiz Kaya
May 2015 - Imago Couples Therapy, Level 1 Training given by Harville Hendrix Ph.D., Helen LaKelly Hunt Ph.D.
March 2016 - Family Counsellor Certificate, Training given by Expert Psychologist Neylan Özdemir
December 2016 - Gottman Therapy, Level 2 Training given by Expert Psychologist Filiz Kaya, Expert Psychologist Özge Altan Aytun
October 2022 - Partner Violence Workshop, given by Julie & John Gottman, Carrie & Don Cole, Gökhan Oral, Duygu Bağa, Ceren Küpeli, Filiz Kaya Ataklı, Özge Altan Aytun.
October 2022 - Treating Affairs and Trauma: Helping Couples Heal and Rebuild Trust, given by Dr. Julie Gottman, Dr. John Gottman
January 2023 - Gottman Therapy, Level 3 Training given by Expert Psychologist Filiz Kaya, Expert Psychologist Özge Altan Aytun
February 2023 - Emotion Coaching Training given by Expert Psychologist Filiz Kaya, Expert Psychologist Özge Altan Aytun
November 2023 - PACT Level 1 Training (Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy), given by
Eda Arduman, MA.
February 2014 - Gottman Therapy, Level 1 Training given by Expert Psychologist Filiz Kaya
May 2015 - Imago Couples Therapy, Level 1 Training given by Harville Hendrix Ph.D., Helen LaKelly Hunt Ph.D.
March 2016 - Family Counsellor Certificate, Training given by Expert Psychologist Neylan Özdemir
December 2016 - Gottman Therapy, Level 2 Training given by Expert Psychologist Filiz Kaya, Expert Psychologist Özge Altan Aytun
October 2022 - Partner Violence Workshop, given by Julie & John Gottman, Carrie & Don Cole, Gökhan Oral, Duygu Bağa, Ceren Küpeli, Filiz Kaya Ataklı, Özge Altan Aytun.
October 2022 - Treating Affairs and Trauma: Helping Couples Heal and Rebuild Trust, given by Dr. Julie Gottman, Dr. John Gottman
January 2023 - Gottman Therapy, Level 3 Training given by Expert Psychologist Filiz Kaya, Expert Psychologist Özge Altan Aytun
February 2023 - Emotion Coaching Training given by Expert Psychologist Filiz Kaya, Expert Psychologist Özge Altan Aytun
November 2023 - PACT Level 1 Training (Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy), given by
Eda Arduman, MA.
Services
Individual Session
US$60 • 1 hr • Online
Couples Session
US$90 • 1 hr • Online
Insurances
Private Insurance
At a glance
US$60-90 per session
Istanbul, TurkeyAvailable online onlyLast active
Usually responds within 2 hours
Next available: May 24