Merve Irmak

I offer long-term psychodynamic and psychoanalytical therapy tailored to each individual’s unique needs and life story. Each client is a world of their own. With sensitivity to your individual history, personality, and potential, I aim to support you in reconstructing your life narrative—so that you're not only overcoming difficulties but also uncovering a more expansive sense of self.

My approach is grounded in the belief that the patterns we find ourselves repeating often have deep roots in our early relationships. In our work together, we explore these recurring dynamics—not only in your everyday life but also as they emerge within the therapeutic relationship itself. Therefore, we also pay close attention to what unfolds between us in the therapeutic relationship. This helps us gently bring hidden feelings and patterns into the light, where they can be understood and transformed. This kind of work takes time and trust, which is why I offer at least once-weekly sessions in a longer-term format.

Therapy is a collaborative journey. I do not give directions but walk beside you, offering a reflective and containing space where we can examine unconscious processes that may be keeping you stuck. Through weekly sessions, we build a relationship strong enough to allow for deep and transformative exploration.

I am currently employed at Gokmen Tokgoz Personal Growth Counseling. My previous experience includes working at the Center of Psychodynamic Therapies in Istanbul, one of Turkey's most respected institutions in this field. I also bring insight into the demands of corporate life through my background in finance, helping clients who face challenges balancing personal fulfillment with professional demands. I have a MA degree in Clinical Psychology from Bilgi University, Turkey and a BA degree in Psychology from Istanbul University, Turkey. 

In our first intake session, I collect information about why the client came to therapy, about the client's life story and the main issues where the client needs help. I also share in detail how I work and depending on the match of the expectations of the client and my threapy style, we together reach a conclusion to start the therapeutic process.