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Ozan Akbas

Psychologist

License Number: DHA-63072180-001

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Location

alkalma Wellbeing Clinic, City Walk

Telephone

(+971) 4 385 4493

Email

citywalk@alkalmahealth.com

Ozan Akbas is a licensed Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience providing individual therapy for adolescents and adults, as well as couples counselling. He has previously worked as a Clinical Psychologist in several mental health hospitals in Istanbul, Turkey, and is also the founder of a private clinical practice. In addition to his clinical work, he has served as a Consultant and Therapist at Bogazici University in Istanbul and as a University Lecturer in the Psychology Department at Yeditepe University.

Ozan is committed to using evidence-based treatment approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), to support individuals dealing with a wide range of psychological concerns. He has also contributed to academic publications, including book chapters on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

He is known for creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment where clients can explore their challenges, heal, and grow.

  • Conditions Treated:
  • Anxiety & Panic Attacks
  • Phobias
  • Depression
  • Mood Disorders (e.g., Bipolar Disorder, Dysthymia)
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Grief & Loss
  • Interpersonal Difficulties
  • Schizophrenia
  • Couples Therapy
  • MA in Clinical Psychology – Bahcesehir University, Istanbul
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology – Bilkent University, Ankara
  • PhD Candidate in Clinical Psychology – Health Sciences University, Istanbul (In Progress)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Systemic Psychotherapy
  • Supportive-Oriented Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Ozan believes in the transformative power of the therapeutic relationship, emphasizing empathy, trust, and collaboration. He integrates systemic thinking with psychodynamic insights to support clients in navigating life’s complexities. His goal is to help individuals access the quality of life they deserve, fostering healing, resilience, and personal growth in every session.

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