Best Psychology Doctors in Turkey for Australians

The doctor has extensive experience in ophthalmology, specializing in treatments and surgeries for strabismus, ocular aesthetics, amblyopia, cataracts, and retinal diseases. Additionally, the doctor is proficient in pediatric eye health and conducts comprehensive general eye examinations.

Graduating from the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, the doctor completed specialization at Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital. The doctor is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Ophthalmology Association, and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Dr Elshad Gulmammadov is a specialist in psychiatric illnesses at the JCI-accredited NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Completed his medical specialisation at the renowned Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on the diagnosis and clinical management of mental health conditions
• Provides specialist psychiatric care within a dedicated brain hospital environment
• Trained at some of the region's most prominent medical institutions

Assistant Professor Elvan Ciftci is a dual-trained psychiatrist and neuroscientist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She holds a PhD in Neuroscience, bridging the gap between brain physiology and mental health.

• Treats patients using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and psychoanalytic techniques
• Specialises in trauma-informed care and supportive psychotherapy
• Uses mindfulness and motivational therapy to support recovery
• Provides clinical expertise as an Assistant Professor of Mental Health and Diseases
• Trained at Hacettepe University, one of Turkey's premier medical institutions

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Özlem Köroğlu is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Memorial Ankara Hospital (2024–present). She previously served as a faculty member at Gaziler Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital (2016–2024). She was Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Elazığ Military Hospital (2011–2015). She earned her MD in 2003 from the GATA Faculty of Medicine. She completed her PM&R residency in 2011.

Her credentials include Ministry of Health–approved certified prolotherapy training. She has taught Prolotherapy and PRP (2022) and Knee Prolotherapy and Campinject (2019). She also taught GETAT and Dextrose Prolotherapy (2018) and ISPRM Ultrasound (2009). She has additional training in musculoskeletal ultrasound, neural therapy, lumbar injections and manipulation, and botulinum toxin treatment for the spastic hand. She attended the Euro‑Mediterranean PRM School in Italy (2010). She is a member of the Turkish Society of PM&R, the Turkish Society for Research and Fight Against Rheumatism, the Association of PM&R Specialists of Türkiye, the Spinal Cord Diseases Association, and the Ankara Medical Chamber.

Dr Mustafa Emiroglu is a highly trained specialist who brings international expertise from the Europe Senology Academia in Germany to Memorial Bodrum Hospital.

• Specialises in oncoplastic breast surgery, focusing on cancer removal while maintaining aesthetic appearance
• Expert in endocrine surgery for thyroid and hormonal gland conditions
• Trained in proctologic surgery for treating haemorrhoids and colorectal diseases
• Member of the Turkish Society of Surgery and the Endocrine Surgery Association

Dr Huseynova is a specialist in child and adolescent mental health at Medicalpoint International Hospital. She brings together deep expertise in both child neurology and psychiatry to treat young patients.

• Focuses on neurodevelopmental conditions like Autism and ADHD
• Trained in Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies (CBT) to help children manage patterns of thought and behaviour
• Completed specialist training at Gazi University and Ege University faculties of medicine
• Member of the Association of Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies
• Holds professional membership with the Child Psychiatry Association (ÇOGEPDER)

Ecem Mizmizlioglu is a dedicated Clinical Psychologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital with specialist training in cognitive behavioural and EMDR therapies.

• Treats mood and anxiety conditions including bipolar disorder, panic disorder, and depression
• Member of the Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapies and EMDR Turkiye Association
• Uses the Moxo Attention Test to assess focus and ADHD-related symptoms
• Conducts Rorschach and MMPI personality assessments for clearer diagnostic insights
• Expertise includes managing obsessive compulsive disorder and healing from traumatic experiences

Haluk Aksu practised at the Bakirkoy Mental and Nervous Diseases Training and Research Hospital — the largest and most prestigious psychiatric centre in Turkey.

• Manages complex conditions like bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and panic disorder
• Uses EMDR therapy to help process and desensitise distressing life memories
• Specialises in cognitive and behavioural therapies for anxiety and depression
• Qualified at the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Uses psychopharmacological treatments to manage chemical imbalances in the brain

Ahmet Levent Mete is a specialist psychiatrist at Medicalpoint International University who handles complex mental health conditions. He focuses on helping patients manage severe mood and personality disorders through evidence-based care.

• Specialises in alcohol and substance addiction recovery
• Treats bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and clinical depression
• Expertise includes anxiety disorders, panic disorder, and social phobia
• Manages eating disorders and sleep-related psychological conditions
• Trained at Hacettepe University, a top-tier Turkish medical school