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Read article →I practise as both a physiotherapist and a psychologist. Physiotherapy for pain, injury and restricted movement; psychological counselling for anxiety, stress and periods of adjustment — combined in a single plan where that helps.
Detailed assessment to find the source of pain, hands-on treatment and an exercise programme built around you.
A safe, non-judgemental space to work on patterns of thought, emotion and behaviour using evidence-based methods.
Every programme is planned individually after a detailed physiotherapy assessment and updated with regular re-testing.
Post-operative care, fractures, meniscus injuries, shoulder impingement and low back or neck pain — restoring function step by step.
Joint mobilisation, soft tissue techniques and myofascial release to reduce pain and restore range of motion.
Stroke, MS, Parkinson's and peripheral nerve injury — balance, gait and activities of daily living.
Pregnancy and postpartum care, urinary incontinence and pelvic pain through targeted pelvic floor training.
Core stabilisation for postural problems and chronic pain, always under physiotherapist supervision.
Return-to-sport programmes, strength and balance testing, and reducing the risk of re-injury.
In the first session we map out a route together: what you want to change, which method we will use, and how we will track progress.
One-to-one sessions with adults; goal-oriented work grounded in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
Generalised anxiety, panic attacks, exam and work-related stress, burnout and sleep difficulties.
For persistent pain, fear of injury and movement avoidance — pain neuroscience education and acceptance-based work.
Pregnancy-related anxiety, birth preparation, postpartum mood changes and adjusting to parenthood.
Loss, separation, career change and other transitions; goal setting and behaviour change support.
50-minute sessions over secure video, for clients in Türkiye and abroad.
In chronic pain, long rehabilitation and return-to-sport, results last longer when body and mind are addressed together. I can run both strands within a single plan.
Pain lives not only in tissue, but in the relationship a person has with it.
I hold degrees in Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation and in Psychology ([University] / [University]). I work across both fields for a reason I see daily in practice: pain lives not only in tissue, but in the relationship a person has with it.
My approach is simple: thorough assessment first, then measurable goals. In every session we talk through what we are doing and why. Sessions are one-to-one and confidential.
The process follows the same structure for physiotherapy and psychology; the content adapts to your needs.
A short call or WhatsApp exchange: I listen to what you need and we decide together which service fits.
Physiotherapy: a 45–60 min physical assessment. Psychology: a 50 min intake session and history.
A weekly plan built on your goals: in-clinic treatment, a home exercise programme and/or therapy sessions.
Regular re-testing, plan updates and guidance to prevent recurrence.
Book directly in the calendar, or send the form and we will call you back. Physiotherapy and psychology sessions are scheduled on separate calendars.
Common questions, answered with examples from clinical practice.
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Read article →In Türkiye, physiotherapy is delivered within the framework of a physician's diagnosis and referral. Bring any reports or imaging you have to the first session; if you have none, I can refer you to an appropriate specialist after assessment.
No — you can book directly. If I think medication may be indicated, I will refer you to a psychiatrist; running the process jointly often gives the best outcome.
For presentations like chronic pain this is an advantage: working one plan from two angles saves time. It is not appropriate in every case — in the first session I clarify boundaries and the ethical framework, and refer you to a colleague where needed.
Physiotherapy: 45–60 min initial assessment, 40–50 min treatment sessions. Counselling sessions are 50 minutes.
In physiotherapy, typically a 6–12 session programme, reviewed with re-testing at session three. In therapy, we review progress together after the first four sessions.
Yes. All sessions are confidential under professional ethics and Turkish data protection law (KVKK). The legal exceptions to confidentiality (serious risk to self or others, court order) are explained clearly in the first session.
Counselling sessions are available online. Physiotherapy requires an in-person initial assessment; exercise follow-up can then continue online.
Message on WhatsApp for current session and package rates. [Cash / card / bank transfer] accepted.