Turkish-speaking therapist in London and online

Therapy in Turkish or English

Sessions with me are available in Turkish or English. Some people know straight away which language they want to use; others are not sure, especially if they have lived in the UK for many years or grew up with both. We can talk about this in the initial consultation and decide together what feels right for you.

Whichever language you choose, therapy is a confidential space to talk about what is on your mind, at your own pace, with someone who listens carefully and without judgement.

Why language can matter in therapy

The language we first learned is often the one our earliest feelings and memories are stored in. Many people find that some experiences feel different, closer or more vivid, when they talk about them in their first language. Others find a second language gives them a little distance that makes difficult things easier to say. Neither is right or wrong, and it can change over time.

If you have ever felt that something gets lost when you explain yourself in English, or that you are always slightly translating, it may be worth considering therapy in Turkish. You can read more in my guide to therapy in your first language.

In person in Farringdon, or online wherever you are

My therapy room is in Farringdon, Central London, a few minutes from the Elizabeth line, Thameslink and Underground. You can read more about in-person therapy in London.

I also offer online therapy by secure video to adults across the UK and internationally. This can suit Turkish speakers living outside London, elsewhere in the UK or in another country, as well as people whose work or family life makes travelling difficult.

What we can work on

People come to therapy for many different reasons. I work with adults, individually and as couples, with difficulties including:

• Anxiety and panic attacks
• OCD and intrusive thoughts
• Trauma and difficult past experiences
• Depression and low mood
• Grief and bereavement
• Relationship difficulties and low self-esteem
• Stress and burnout
• Life transitions, including moving to a new country

How I work

I am an integrative psychotherapist and a registered member of the BACP. I draw on person-centred, psychodynamic and CBT-informed ideas, and I work at a trauma-informed pace, so that you never feel pushed further or faster than is right for you.

Fees and practical details

Sessions last 50 minutes and usually take place weekly at a regular time. Online sessions are £85 and in-person sessions in Farringdon are £95. Payment is made in advance to confirm your session, and I ask for at least 72 hours’ notice to cancel or reschedule. You can find full details on the fees page.

Getting started

To begin, send me a short email and we can arrange an initial consultation. You are welcome to write in Turkish or English.