Welcome. I am a clinical psychologist and psychotherapist specializing in psychotherapy for adults. I currently run a private practice in Istanbul, where I provide therapy and consultation services to expatriates living in Istanbul, as well as online psychotherapy for English-speaking clients worldwide.
I received my B.A. in Psychology from Middle East Technical University and my M.A. from the University of New Haven in the United States. I completed my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at Middle East Technical University.
During my doctoral training, I pursued advanced clinical training in the United States. I trained and worked at the Trauma Center at JRI in Boston, Massachusetts, under the guidance of Bessel van der Kolk, M.D., a globally recognized leader in the field of trauma studies. I was also selected as a fellow in the LEND Program at Boston Children’s Hospital, where I participated in interdisciplinary training for one year.
Over the years, I have received ongoing clinical supervision from Dr. Marla Zucker, Director of Clinical Services at the Trauma Center. In addition to my private practice, I lecture at universities and provide training and supervision to mental health professionals and organizations. I also offer training and individual consultation to international humanitarian organizations.
My therapeutic approach is integrative. I draw from psychodynamic psychotherapy, parts-oriented approaches, and EMDR, tailoring the treatment to each client’s individual needs and psychological structure.
I work with a wide range of concerns, including:
Depression
Anxiety and phobias
Stress and burnout
Interpersonal and relationship difficulties
Eating disorders
Dissociation
Trauma and adverse life experiences
Grief and loss
If you wish to schedule a session, please feel free to contact me via:
Phone: 0532 297 5318
E-mail: hivren@gmail.com
Sariyer/İstanbul – Turkey