10 Best Alcohol addiction Doctors in Turkey

Dr Pelin Tas Durmus has managed over 900 successful treatments at Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital, a leading centre for addiction recovery.

• Holds both MD and PhD degrees in the field of psychiatry
• Uses evidence-based protocols for managing dependency and withdrawal
• Published scientific research on the link between psychiatry and neurological diseases
• Practices at a specialised facility focused on holistic mental health and rehabilitation

Dr Yusuf is a specialist at Moodist Hospital who integrates medical treatment with psychological therapy to tackle alcohol addiction.

• Trained at Dokuz Eylül University and the Erenköy Mental and Neurological Diseases hospital
• Focuses on pharmacological support and motivation processes during recovery
• Expertise in managing internal dynamics and family approaches for lasting sobriety
• Previously served in outpatient and consultation liaison psychiatry roles
• Addresses cognitive processes and emotional schemas to reduce relapse risks

Assistant Professor Merve Setenay Gurbuz serves as the Head of the Department of Mental Health and Diseases at Istinye University, bringing senior academic leadership to addiction care.

• Treats alcohol addiction at Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital – a specialised facility for complex mental health needs
• Former Head of Department at Istinye University – responsible for training the next generation of psychiatric specialists
• Authored international research on mental health and disease management
• Completed specialist psychiatry training at the Erenkoy Mental and Nervous Diseases Hospital

Professor Cagdas Yokusoglu is a Consultant Psychiatrist at Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital, specialising in evidence-based care for addiction recovery.

• Provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to tailor recovery plans to individual needs
• Expert in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), a technique for managing triggers and cravings
• Trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's premier medical training institutions
• Specialises in psychopharmacology, using medication to manage withdrawal and maintain sobriety
• Focuses on existential analysis to help patients find long-term meaning beyond addiction

Dr Ozge Yukselay uses a holistic approach at Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital, combining medical treatment with innovative somatic therapies for addiction recovery.

• Treats alcohol addiction using Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) to regulate brain activity
• Employs neurofeedback techniques to help patients gain control over physiological responses
• Uses individual and group therapy sessions to address underlying psychological triggers
• Integrates psychodrama and group therapy to support long-term sobriety and social recovery

Dr Nese Ustun is a senior specialist at Moodist Hospital who previously served as Chief Assistant at Bakirkoy Mental and Neurological Diseases Hospital. She integrates medical treatments with specialised psychological therapies to manage dependency.

• Combines medication with Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies for addiction recovery
• Uses EMDR – a technique that helps process trauma often linked to substance use
• Supervised clinical research and specialist training at Turkey's largest psychiatric centre
• Experienced in treating dual diagnosis where mood disorders and addiction co-occur

Dr Merve Gumusay is a lead specialist at Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital, focusing on clinical psychiatry and evidence-based addiction recovery. She trained at the Bakirkoy Prof Dr Mazhar Osman Mental Health Hospital, Turkey's largest centre for neurological research.

• Specialises in addiction medicine using psychodynamic and supportive psychotherapy techniques
• Uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help patients manage addictive behaviours
• Expert in treating dual diagnosis cases where addiction occurs alongside bipolar or psychotic disorders
• Member of the Turkish Psychiatric Association and the Turkish Medical Association

Dr Alptekin Cetin leads addiction recovery at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, Europe's second-ranked brain hospital and Turkey's first JCI-accredited neuropsychiatric facility.

• Uses brain mapping and MRI to identify biological triggers for alcohol dependency
• Specialises in treating addiction alongside mood disorders like bipolar and depression
• Holds a PhD in Mental Health from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Coordinates 30-day inpatient rehabilitation programmes for intensive recovery support
• Provides evidence-based medical treatments for alcoholism within a specialist psychiatric unit

Dr Bahruz Shukurov specialises in addiction medicine at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, where he treats both chemical and behavioural dependencies.

• Completed specialist psychiatry training at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty
• Uses mindfulness-based therapy to help patients manage cravings and emotional triggers
• Conducts detailed alcohol abuse examinations for structured recovery plans
• Integrates psychoanalytic methods to address underlying personality traits in addiction
• Passed the national Medical Language Exam for clinical practice standards

Dr Khalida Rustamli is a dual-specialist psychiatrist and addiction expert at BHT CLINIC Istanbul Tema Hospital, focusing on adult recovery programmes.

• Specialises in treating alcohol and substance use disorders for patients over 18
• Manages dual-diagnosis cases involving alcohol addiction and clinical depression
• Treats complex behavioural addictions alongside chemical dependency
• Focuses on adult mental health within a major multidisciplinary hospital setting