Istanbul Psychologist Directory
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If emotional difficulties affect your daily life, relationships or work — or you want to know yourself better — therapy can help.

Difficult feelings, thoughts and behaviours are explored safely to understand them and build new coping skills.

A psychiatrist is a doctor who can prescribe; a psychologist provides psychotherapy and assessment.

They have different training. Check the specialist’s education on their profile or ask them.

Look at experience with your concern, method, location and online options. Feeling safe in the first session matters most.

You talk about what brings you, your expectations and background, and agree a plan.

No special preparation is needed; noting topics, medications and questions helps.

Usually 45–50 minutes; couples and family sessions may be longer.

Usually weekly, later spaced out as needed.

It depends on the issue, goals and method; progress is reviewed regularly.

Yes, under professional ethics and KVKK, except for legal obligations or risk to life.

Via a secure video platform; a quiet room, stable internet and headphones are enough.

Research shows similar effectiveness to in-person therapy for many concerns.

Yes, times are arranged with the time difference in mind.

Yes, they often work best together, coordinated with your psychiatrist.

Each psychologist sets their own fees; contact them directly.

Usually yes, with at least 24 hours’ notice.

Choose a psychologist working with children; parental consent is required under 18.

Listen to their reasons; a parent session first can help.

You can start individually; that alone can create change.

That is normal — you move at your own pace.

Some feel relief early; lasting change usually takes weeks or months.

Discuss it openly; switching to another specialist is normal.

Some methods such as CBT include small exercises between sessions.

Not without your explicit consent; notes are kept confidential.

If you think of harming yourself or others, call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department.

No, people of all ages can receive therapy.

No, it is your personal decision.

Ending is planned together; follow-ups are possible.

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