İlkim Sarıçimen

I am trained in multiple schools of therapy such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy and EMDR. I have an person-centered approach to therapy which means that I’ll tailor myself to your goals and needs rather than following a strict protocolled therapy plan. In addition to my work as a psychologist, I am deeply rooted in the practice of yoga and mindfulness meditation, holding a qualification as a yoga teacher. Over the years, I've delved into yoga philosophy, traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda, drawing rich insights from these disciplines. This multidimensional perspective allows me to offer more holistic and body-oriented exercises during therapy sessions. Whether it's incorporating breathwork, mindfulness techniques, or somatic practices, I aim to provide a comprehensive framework for healing and self-discovery. I am a member of Dutch institute of psychologists (NIP) and follow their ethical codes. When I am not being a psychologist, you'll most likely find me admiring the dunes, being a curious cinephile, singing my heart out or catching up with friends. Some examples of issues I work with include; -Anxiety -Low mood -Psychotrauma -Stress and emotional exhaustion -Grief -Adjustment & acculturative stress living in a foreign country, second-generation migrant identity, third culture individuals -Assertiveness -ADHD coaching -Identity-exploration -Rumination -Low self-esteem -Feeling of not belonging -Perfectionism -Procrastination, fear of failure -Making our healthy adult mode stronger -Cultivating mindfulness and stress reduction techniques

2018-2020: Researcher in the area of mindfulness 2021- : Psychologist in the Dutch mental health care (GGZ) providing therapy and psychodiagnostics 2024- : Human in the Being, private practice

*Erasmus University Rotterdam, Clinical Psychology MSc. (2023) *KU Leuven, Psychology Theory and Research (Cum Laude distinction) MSc. (2020) *Koç University, Psychology (Summa Cum Laude distinction) BA (2018) *Koç University, Sociology (Summa Cum Laude distinction) BA (2018) Trainings: *Schema Therapy, International Society of Schema Therapy, training given by Dr. Alp Karaosmanoğlu (currently under advanced supervision) Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Rino Amsterdam *Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Vlokhoven Opleidingen *Cognitieve Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Vlokhoven Opleidingen *Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Vlokhoven Opleidingen