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Breathing, grounding and acceptance techniques you can use during an attack; when to see a specialist.
Anxiety, relationship problems, loss or burnout... At Dingin we stand with you using evidence-based therapy approaches, within a framework of confidentiality and respect. The first introductory call is free.
Sessions are fully confidential; your records are shared only with your specialist.



We founded Dingin in Kadıköy in 2017, at a time when access to therapy was still hindered by shame and lack of information. All our specialists are licensed, receive regular supervision and work in line with the ethical principles of the Turkish Psychological Association.
Individual work based on cognitive-behavioural and schema therapy for anxiety, depression, self-esteem and life transitions.
DetailsEmotion-focused and behavioural couple work that addresses argument cycles, trust issues and communication breakdown together.
DetailsPlay therapy, cognitive-behavioural work and parent guidance for children and adolescents aged 4–17.
DetailsSystemic family counselling with joint sessions that resolve conflict patterns.
DetailsOnline therapy of the same quality as in-person sessions, 50 minutes on an end-to-end encrypted platform.
DetailsEMDR and trauma-focused CBT that reduce the effects of traumatic experiences such as accidents, loss, abuse or natural disasters.
DetailsExplore the topics we work on, common signs and the therapy approaches we suggest. What is written here is for information and does not replace a diagnosis.
Short self-assessment tests of your anxiety and stress symptoms over the last two weeks. The result is not a diagnosis; it helps you understand whether talking to a specialist may be right for you.
This test is for information only and does not make a diagnosis; results do not replace a clinical assessment. Your answers are not saved. If you have thoughts of harming yourself, call 112 immediately or go to the nearest emergency department.

Approach: cognitive-behavioural therapy, schema therapy. Focus: anxiety disorders, panic attacks, depression…

Approach: EMDR, trauma-focused CBT, psychodynamic. Focus: trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, post-earthquake…

Approach: emotion-focused couple therapy, systemic family therapy. Focus: couple conflicts, trust crises…

Approach: play therapy, CBT, parent management training. Focus: separation anxiety, school refusal, anger…
Describe what you need in a free 20-minute call and we will pick the right specialist together.
In the first 1–2 sessions we hear your story and clarify your goals and working plan.
We work with weekly or fortnightly 50-minute sessions.
We hold regular progress reviews and plan follow-up sessions after the end of therapy.
Package sessions can be used with any specialist within six months.
From a single session to a 12-session process · Compare
To try and get to know us
A single 50-minute individual session, in person or online.
Short-term focused work
Four individual sessions; for exam anxiety, a crisis period or a clear goal.
Most popular
Eight individual sessions; a standard CBT course for anxiety, depression and relationship problems.
In-depth process
Twelve individual sessions; for schema therapy and trauma-focused work.
For couples, families and remote clients working together · Compare
Start from home
Four online individual sessions via encrypted video call.
Lasting remote work
Eight online sessions; also suitable for those living abroad.
Noticing the cycle
Four couple sessions; relationship assessment and first communication exercises.
Repair process
Eight couple sessions; argument cycle, trust and repair work.
Session notes are stored in an encrypted system; sharing with third parties happens only when legally required and with your knowledge.
Our staff consists of clinical psychologists, counsellors and family therapists, each working with regular supervision.
You can have sessions with the same specialist in our Kadıköy office or by video call.
Sessions until 20:00 on weekdays and on Saturdays; free rescheduling up to 24 hours before.
In the first sessions we set goals together and review progress every 6 sessions.
Session and package fees are on the site with no surprise extras. Packages carry an 8–17 percent discount.
Breathing, grounding and acceptance techniques you can use during an attack; when to see a specialist.

Pick a suitable time and a specialist will call you. You do not have to decide anything; let us just meet.
In the 20-minute call we listen to you and decide on the specialist and approach that suit your need. The aim is to spare you from paying before the right match is found.
Individual sessions last 50 minutes and couple and family sessions 75 minutes. Most courses are weekly; frequency can increase during crisis or intensive work periods.
Yes. Apart from a serious and imminent risk of harm to yourself or others, suspected child abuse and a court order, no information is shared without your permission. Details are on the Ethical Principles page.
The duration depends on the issue and the goal. Anxiety and panic may take 8–20 sessions, while working on deeper patterns may need 20 or more. We review progress together every 6 sessions.
No. Medication assessment is the job of psychiatrists. When needed we refer you to psychiatrists we trust and share information with them with your permission.
You can cancel or reschedule for free up to 24 hours before. For later cancellations the full session fee is charged; we are flexible in emergencies.