Nivedita

Mrs Nivedita Gunesh Özkan

Clinical Psychologist

“As a clinical psychologist specializing in child and parent psychology, I am dedicated to fostering the mental and emotional well-being of children and families. My approach is grounded in holistic assessment, evidence-based practices, and a strengths-based approach, with a commitment to culturally competent care.”

About Me

As a clinical psychologist, I guide children and parents through challenges, fostering emotional well-being for the whole family. My work is rooted in holistic assessment, exploring each family's unique strengths and cultural background. We use evidence-based practices to develop practical strategies. This tailored approach creates a safe space for children to thrive. Parents feel empowered, finding effective ways forward on their journey.

Approach

That attention to culture and family strengths shapes how I structure session time and follow-up. Sessions move at a steady, child-friendly pace, blending play, brief assessment moments and collaborative problem-solving with parents; between sessions I offer clear, practical strategies and short check-ins to track progress. I use English, Turkish, Russian, French or Hindi/Urdu in person in Istanbul or online to keep communication accessible. Families seeking hands-on, practical steps to improve behaviour and relationships often find this way of working helpful.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

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Services

Services Offered:

  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

  • Family Therapy

    A form of therapy that works with family members together to improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen relationships within the family system.

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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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  • Parenting Support

    Guidance for the psychological challenges of raising children, including discipline, communication, co-parenting, and managing the emotional demands of parenthood.

  • Play Therapy

    A therapy for children that uses play as a natural form of communication, allowing them to express feelings and process difficult experiences.

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  • Child / Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy for children and teenagers using age-appropriate methods, such as play, art, or adapted talk therapy, to address emotional and behavioural difficulties.

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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Children
  • Families
  • Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Relationship Issues

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

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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.

  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Parenting Support

    Guidance for the psychological challenges of raising children, including discipline, communication, co-parenting, and managing the emotional demands of parenthood.

Professional Title:

  • Clinical Psychologist

    An advanced mental health professional trained to assess and treat a wide range of difficulties, from anxiety and depression to trauma and complex conditions.

Credentials

Registrations

EuroPsy Certificate

Qualifications

Saint Petersburg State University

Service Areas

My Online Practice

In-person & Online

Istanbul, Istanbul

Turkey

Istanbul, Turkey