Depression Therapists in Istanbul, Turkey

Creative Arts Therapy is a powerful specialty which provides us to express our subconscious in a safe and easy way. Since the subconscious is a great power that directs our behaviours, depression issues, CAT is very effective and gives great results.

Together, we explore how depression affects your daily life and relationships. Using psychoanalytic and semi-structured approaches, we work to uncover emotional roots and help you rediscover meaning, vitality, and joy.

Istanbul's position as Turkey's largest city and cultural hub creates a unique mental health landscape shaped by rapid urbanization, political uncertainty, and economic volatility, all of which drive demand for anxiety-, stress-, and trauma-focused therapy. The city hosts a substantial Syrian refugee population alongside a growing expat community, and English-speaking therapists can be found primarily in the Beyoglu, Sisli, and Kadikoy neighborhoods. Therapy culture has grown significantly among younger, urban Istanbulites, though stigma remains a barrier for older generations and more conservative communities. Many private practices offer both in-person and telehealth sessions, making access feasible across the city's sprawling geography.

Gender ID

100%

Female

Session Type

	50%	In Person and Online
	50%	Online Only

Top Treatment Approaches

50%	Art Therapy
50%	Biopsychosocial Therapy
50%	Dance / Movement Therapy
50%	Drama Therapy
50%	Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
50%	Existential / Humanistic Therapy
50%	Gestalt Therapy

Ages Served

100%	Adult
100%	Senior
50%	Children
50%	Teen
50%	Young Adult

Depression therapists in Istanbul, Turkey TR

Dr. Nilgun Turkcan Ataoglu, BCT, RDT

Dr. Damla Yildirim, PhD