Sümeyye

Sümeyye Sancaktar

Clinical Psychologist

“I’m a clinical psychologist working in Turkish and English. I'm here to hold space for you and truly listen. Together, we’ll explore, understand, and make sense of the journey ahead. Face-to-face and online sessions are possible. Feel free to reach out and ask your questions!”

About Me

I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your experiences. As a psychodynamic therapist, I help adults in English or Turkish uncover how past patterns might influence their present. We work together to foster self-understanding and emotional growth. You might find this approach helpful if you seek to understand yourself more deeply.

Approach

I’m a clinical psychologist specializing in psychodynamic therapy, working with adults to explore the unconscious processes and internal conflicts that shape their thoughts, emotions, and interpersonal relationships. I hold a Psychology degree from Boğaziçi University and a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Istanbul Bilgi University, completed in 2021. During my master’s program, I gained hands-on clinical experience at the university’s psychological help unit, working with individuals from various backgrounds and receiving intensive supervision in both English and Turkish. Since 2020, I have been running my private practice, providing psychological help to individuals facing a range of challenges. I started to build my practice in Istanbul while also working in a state hospital. In 2023, I relocated to Berlin, where I currently continue my practice, offering both in-person and online sessions. I support my clients in working through issues like depression, anxiety, identity crises, existential questions, loss, and relational difficulties. I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. My relocation from Istanbul to Berlin has sparked a deeper curiosity and exploration of the psychological aspects of immigration, identity, and boundaries.
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Services

Psychodynamic Approach In my work, I prioritize creating a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you can feel truly heard and understood. I believe that a trusting therapeutic relationship is fundamental to the healing process. During our first sessions, we’ll focus on understanding your unique experiences, needs, and the goals you hope to achieve in the process. Together, we’ll explore how to begin this transformative journey and build a meaningful therapeutic relationship. We’ll move at your own pace, hearing the present moment and the echoes of the past.

Services Offered:

  • 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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  • Wellness Support

    Holistic support focused on overall well-being, including stress management, lifestyle balance, and building sustainable healthy habits.

Works With:

  • Adults
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Anxiety

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

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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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  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • LGBTQI+ Support

    The unique psychological experiences of LGBTQI+ individuals, including identity exploration, coming out, discrimination, minority stress, and relationship dynamics.

  • Life Transitions

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

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  • Online Therapy

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

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  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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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

Clinical Psychologist

Qualifications

Istanbul Bilgi University

Boğaziçi University

Service Areas

My practice

In-person & Online

Berlin, Berlin 12043

Germany

Berlin, Germany