Professional Experience
- Current Position: Clinical Psychologist at Bloom Psychology, Istanbul
- Previous Position: Clinical Psychologist at Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital, 2023–2024
- Community Engagement: Facilitated individual and group therapies at Sultanbeyli Community Center, 2021–2023
- Internships: Completed internships at Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital, Bezmialem Vakıf University Hospital, and various counseling centers
Academic Contributions
- Schema Therapy Training: Schema Therapy Institute, Prof. Dr. Gonca Soygüt Pekak
- Group Schema Therapy: Schema Therapy Turkey, Joan Farrell & Ida Shaw
- Advanced EMDR Techniques: EMDR 2.0, Therapy Sciences Academy, Ad de Jongh & Suzy Matthijssen
- CBT Training: Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy Association, Prof. Dr. Hakan Türkçapar
- Crisis, Trauma, and Grief Counseling: Moodist Hospital, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nevin Dölek
- Psychological First Aid: Asst. Prof. Dr. Mert Akcanbaş
Areas of Expertise
- Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorders
- Childhood Trauma
- Depression
- Anxiety Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Bipolar Disorder
- Personality Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Attachment Problems
- Emotional Eating
- Procrastination
- Somatization
- Stress and Anger Management
- Low Self-Esteem
- Grief and Loss
- Phobias
Publications and Research
Dr. Semanur Konuk Düzgün has contributed to various professional journals and conferences. Specific publications include:
- Thesis: “The Impact of Cognitive Flexibility, Intolerance of Uncertainty, and Psychological Well-Being on Emotion Regulation Difficulties in Adults”
- Contributions: Articles in “İyi Hissetmek” magazine, focusing on mental health and well-being
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Düzgün adopts a holistic, patient-centered approach to therapy, emphasizing:
- Empathy and active listening
- Collaborative goal-setting with clients
- Utilization of evidence-based therapeutic modalities
- Commitment to continuous professional development
- Focus on long-term emotional resilience and well-being
She offers both in-person and online consultations to accommodate diverse patient needs.
Professional Affiliations
- Member, Turkish Psychological Association
- Member, Schema Therapy Association
- Contributor, “İyi Hissetmek” magazine
FAQs
- Is Dr. Semanur Konuk Düzgün board-certified?
- Yes, she is a licensed clinical psychologist in Turkey.
- What types of therapies does she offer?
- She provides Schema Therapy, EMDR, CBT, and other evidence-based modalities.
- Does she treat international patients?
- Yes, she offers online consultations for international clients.
- How long is the typical therapy session?
- Sessions typically last between 50 to 60 minutes.
- What languages does she speak?
- She is fluent in Turkish and English.
