Miray

Miray Erbey

Licensed Psychologist

verified by TherapyRoute

“My therapeutic approach focuses on creating a safe, supportive space where clients can feel seen and understood. I work collaboratively to explore how inner experiences and life circumstances shape emotional patterns, and to help individuals reconnect with their own strengths. This work offers room to understand challenges with care and curiosity, and to develop resilience at a pace that feels right for each person.”

About Me

I hold a degree in Psychology from Istanbul Bilgi University and spent part of my studies at the University of Winnipeg in Canada. I later completed my MSc in Neuroscience at Istanbul University and conducted doctoral research in Germany at the Max Planck Institute, where I focused on the relationship between mind, emotion, and the body. Over time, I felt drawn to clinical work as a way to connect this academic background with people’s lived experiences. My therapeutic approach is shaped by psychodynamic thinking, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Schema Therapy, and I work in a holistic, client-centered way. I began working in counseling settings during my undergraduate years through volunteer work with non-governmental organizations and continue to deepen my practice through ongoing training. In therapy, I value a warm, collaborative relationship where clients can feel safe to explore challenges and build inner resilience. I offer individual counseling in Turkish and English in Istanbul.

Approach

Sessions take shape collaboratively and unfold at a pace that respects individual needs and rhythms. I hold a balance between structure and openness, creating room for reflection as well as gentle movement when it feels right. The work is guided by what feels most relevant in the moment, with attention to how insights can quietly carry into everyday life. This way of working often resonates with people seeking thoughtful, steady support during periods of change or complexity.
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Basic Information

Services

I offer individual psychological counseling for adults navigating emotional distress, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and patterns that feel hard to shift. My work often centers on anxiety, stress, grief, identity questions, and the emotional impact of change, including relocation and major life adjustments. I am particularly drawn to working with people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves and are seeking a more grounded way forward. Sessions are offered in Turkish and English, in person in Istanbul or online.

Services Offered:

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    Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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    Psychology

    The scientific study and clinical practice of understanding the mind, emotions, and behaviour, applied to promote healthier functioning.

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Works With:

  • •Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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    Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

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    Behaviour or Conduct Issues

    Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.

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    Relocation / Expat

    The psychological challenges of moving to a new country or city, including loneliness, culture shock, identity shifts, and loss of social support.

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    Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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    Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

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    Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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    Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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Professional Title:

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    Licensed Psychologist

    A psychologist licensed to independently assess, diagnose, and treat psychological conditions.

Qualifications

Istanbul Bilgi University

Istanbul University

Registrations

Higher Education Council

Psychologist

Service Area

Private Practice

In-person & Online

Kadikoy

İstanbul, Istanbul

Turkey