Banu Ibaoglu Vaughn
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMHC, CIRT, CCH
Many of the women I work with are remarkably brilliant, yet they often struggle to own that brilliance while organizing their lives around everyone else's needs. This can lead to an exhausting cycle of swinging between anger, depression, and silence, usually driven by a critical inner voice that questions your right to take up space. I am deeply interested in women's creativity and vulnerability, helping you reclaim the desires and expressions you may have hushed to keep the peace. We work on reconnecting with your own voice and finding the laughter that returns when you stop self-interrupting and finally allow yourself to be tired or uncomfortable without losing your sense of worth. This shift allows confidence and genuine presence to become the foundation of how you show up in your life and your relationships.
24 Years Experience
Online in Istanbul, Turkey (Online Only)
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.
Women's Issues therapists in Istanbul, Turkey Statistics
Women's Issues therapists in Istanbul, Turkey average 24 years of experience. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Existential / Humanistic Therapy (100%), Imago Relationship Therapy (100%), and Somatic Therapy (100%).
Average years in practice
24 Years Experience
Offer sliding scale
100%
Gender ID
| 100% |
Female |
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Session Type
| 100% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 100% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 100% | Imago Relationship Therapy |
| 100% | Somatic Therapy |
| 100% | Transpersonal Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
Client Focus
| 100% | Asian |
| 100% | Black / African American |
| 100% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 100% | LGBTQ+ |
| 100% | Middle Eastern |