Clinical Psychology

Clinical Psychology in Izmir

Clinical psychology is the branch of psychology that deals with understanding normal and abnormal behaviors in people of all ages. Specialists in this field are called “clinical psychologists.” The primary goal of clinical psychologists is to uncover the underlying reasons for human behaviors, assess abnormal behaviors, and help individuals overcome these issues. While physical health often comes to mind when thinking about human health, mental health is inseparable from it. Professionals in clinical psychology conduct their research across a wide scope.

At Private Ata Health Hospital, our clinical psychology department works with experienced clinical psychologists who continually develop themselves and closely follow scientific research. We provide therapy services in child, adolescent, adult, and family therapy to help our patients become happier, more successful, and healthier individuals.

Areas of Treatment in Clinical Psychology

Child Therapy (0–6 Years)

There is a strong connection between the emotional disorders children experience and behavioral abnormalities. Various factors, such as social environment, family, presence of siblings, and the community they are in, shape children's behaviors.

Sometimes, it can be challenging to interpret the psychological difficulties children encounter, leading to behavioral changes over time. They may become jealous, start bed-wetting, fear the dark, or avoid social settings. These behavioral changes need timely identification, and steps for correction should be taken by clinical psychologists.

In cases like sleep problems, developmental issues, aggressive behaviors, eating disorders, traumas, and gender identity disorders affecting mental health, consulting clinical psychologists should not be neglected. Clinical psychologists identify needs through observation, analysis, listening, case history, individual interviews, and assessment tests. They then apply suitable techniques and therapeutic methods for the individual's development, change, and problem resolution.

Adolescent Therapy

During adolescence, individuals face increasing challenges, changing environments, heightened anxieties about the future, and combined with hormonal differences, they may struggle with issues beyond their control.

Clinical psychologists work closely with families to ensure adolescents' healthy development. Issues such as adolescent problems, lack of self-confidence, motivation, and exam anxiety are addressed to support young people during this period.

Adult Therapy

Adults may struggle alone with psychological issues like withdrawal, unhappiness, stress, panic, anxiety, communication problems, addiction issues, sexual problems, obsessions, and adjustment problems. Clinical psychologists apply special treatment processes to improve adults' mental health and enhance their quality of life.

Therapies such as problem-solving therapy, solution-focused psychotherapy, behavioral techniques, sexual therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy are employed based on the individual's issues. Adults experiencing behavioral and emotional problems should seek professional support before their issues escalate.

Family Therapy

Identifying and resolving issues that could harm the essence of the family unit also falls under the scope of clinical psychology.

In family therapy sessions involving couples or the entire family, problems are discussed, and behaviors aimed at resolving communication issues are shaped. The goal is to help family members express their concerns under expert supervision and overcome challenges in areas like couple disagreements, sexual problems, communication issues, anger management, role-sharing ambiguities, and navigating divorce processes smoothly.

Clinical psychology services also encompass counseling. Regardless of age, individuals who struggle with facing their problems can seek support from clinical psychologists who listen, guide, and provide solutions for overcoming challenges.

From career path decisions to determining personal development methods, consulting with clinical psychologists in various areas is possible. For individuals wishing to lead a happy and healthy life, overcoming prejudices and consulting professionals can bring significant positive changes to their lives.