Frequently Asked Questions

Booking an appointment is simple: once you reach out, we'll find a day and time that works for you. Whether you'd prefer to meet in person at my practice in Kadıköy Suadiye or connect online, the first step is a brief introduction where we talk through what format suits you best. Before your appointment, feel free to ask anything on your mind — about the process, frequency, or fees — so we can find a schedule that genuinely fits your life.

Yes, absolutely. For clients living in Istanbul, or based in a different city or country who want to work with a psychologist in Istanbul, online psychologist support is just as effective as in-person sessions. At my practice in Kadıköy, I offer both in-person and online sessions — so whether you live in Kadıköy and the surrounding area and prefer meeting face-to-face, or you find an online psychologist more practical for your busy schedule, we can decide together on the format that fits you best. For many people searching for a psychologist in Istanbul, the online option makes it easier to get started, offering flexibility in both time and location.

If you're experiencing persistent worry, racing thoughts, physical tension, trouble focusing, or a constant sense of unease about the future, counseling can genuinely help. The goal isn't to eliminate anxiety completely — it's to understand how it shows up for you, recognize your triggers, and build strategies that actually work for your life. Over time, instead of anxiety running the show, you learn to manage it.

A few things matter when searching for a psychologist in Istanbul: their educational background, area of expertise, experience, and counseling approach. Beyond that, perhaps the most important factor is the sense of trust and comfort you feel with them. If you're looking for a psychologist in Kadıköy, Suadiye, or the surrounding area, it's worth considering both convenience and fit — including whether in-person sessions or online counseling suits your needs better. In the end, the right psychologist isn't just defined by credentials or experience, but by the connection you build together.

If you're facing recurring arguments, communication breakdowns, trust issues, emotional distance, or major life events that are putting strain on your relationship, couples counseling can help. The goal isn't to determine who's right or wrong — it's to understand what your relationship truly needs and build healthy, lasting communication. Recognizing difficulties early and seeking support is one of the most effective ways to strengthen a relationship.

Yes. For mild to moderate depression, counseling is a highly effective form of support. When needed, working alongside psychiatric support, this process can help ease symptoms and support your return to daily life. Coping with depression doesn't have to be a path you walk alone — with the right support, healing is possible.

Yes. The counseling process is carried out within the framework of professional ethics and confidentiality. Nothing you share in session is disclosed to third parties without your consent. This is one of the most fundamental conditions of the process — it's what allows you to speak freely in a safe space.

Both work in mental health, but they support people in different ways. Psychologists offer talk-based counseling and psychotherapy, and conduct psychological assessments; they don't prescribe medication. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can prescribe medication when needed. In some cases, the two work together to provide more comprehensive support — for example, alongside your counseling process, you might also be referred to a psychiatrist.

Yes, under the right conditions, online counseling can be just as effective as in-person counseling for many psychological concerns. For clients with busy schedules or those living in a different city or country, online counseling offers the same quality of care with added flexibility of time and place.

There's no single answer, it depends on the person and what you're working through. Some clients look for short-term, goal-focused support, while others prefer a longer process. Usually, after the first few sessions, we'll have a clearer sense together of what the right path looks like for you.

The first session is where we begin getting to know each other and build a foundation of trust. We'll talk about what's bringing you to seek counseling support, your life story, the difficulties you're currently facing, and what you hope to get out of this process. While I'm getting to know you, you're also welcome to ask anything you're curious about: how the process works, how often we'll meet, or anything else on your mind. This first meeting is both the first step in building trust between us and a chance to explore together whether this counseling process feels like the right fit for you.

If you're dealing with persistent anxiety, ongoing low mood, sleep difficulties, recurring patterns in your relationships, trouble coping with stress, or emotional struggles that are affecting your daily life, it may help to seek support from a psychologist. You don't need to wait for a crisis to reach out; counseling can also support personal growth, self-understanding, and overall quality of life. In short, instead of asking "is this bad enough?", it can help to ask "would it help me to talk about this?"