The therapy method is chosen according to each person’s needs, concerns and goals. Below are the main approaches used by psychologists listed in our Istanbul directory.
Methods
All methods
1
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
An evidence-based approach linking thoughts, feelings and behaviours.
2
EMDR
Bilateral stimulation to help process traumatic memories.
3
Schema Therapy
Understanding and changing long-standing life patterns.
4
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Making room for difficult feelings while living by your values.
5
Psychodynamic Therapy
Explores unconscious processes and how the past shapes the present.
6
Gestalt Therapy
Focuses on here-and-now awareness of feelings and needs.
7
Systemic Family & Couples Therapy
Addresses problems within the family and relationship system.
8
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Reduces stress and anxiety through present-moment awareness.
9
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Builds emotion regulation, distress tolerance and relationship skills.
10
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
A brief approach focusing on solutions and strengths.
11
Emotion-Focused Therapy
Centres on understanding and transforming emotions, often used with couples.
12
Play Therapy
Helps children express feelings through play.