Dicle Ay
Clinical Psychologist
Overview
Dicle is a clinical psychologist who blends evidence-based treatments, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion-Focused Therapy with mind-body approaches. She has broad experien.... Dicle is a clinical psychologist who blends evidence-based treatments, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion-Focused Therapy with mind-body approaches. She has broad experience working with clients in private practice, the charity sector, higher education and within private inpatient and outpatient treatment settings. Having previously practiced in Turkey and the UK she is acquainted with cross-cultural adjustments and challenges from clients of different nationalities and cultural backgrounds. The relationship with her clients is at the heart of her work. Her role as a psychologist is to accompany you on your journey; to help make sense of your story, your relationships, and acquire a deeper understanding of your authentic self. She provides a collaborative, safe, and non-judgemental space which forms the foundation for self-exploration and growth. She is passionate to support you to reconnect with yourself, access your own inner resources and create a life full of meaning, purpose, and fulfilment.
- 4+ Years of Experience
Expert in
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
- Panic disorder & Panic attacks
- Social Anxiety Disorder
- Somatic Symptom Disorder
- Dysthymia
- Clinical Depression (MDD)
- Binge-Eating Disorder
- Complex PTSD
- Acute Stress Disorder
- Adjustment Disorder
- Psychosomatic Disorders
- Communication & conflict resolution
- Trust, intimacy & infidelity
- Separation/Divorce
- Communication & Conflict Resolution
- Productivity & Procrastination
- Existential crisis
- Anger management
- Confidence & self-esteem
- Positivity, spirituality & wellbeing
- Work-life balance
- Emotional/creativity block
Speaks
- Turkish
- English
Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness-Based Approaches
Education
What you can expect from your first session:
I'm excited to witness and become a part of your journey as a companion and guide. It takes courage to begin a therapy and my intention is to provide create a supportive, warm and welcoming space in which there is also space for curiosity. I am here to support you to live into your truest self while creating a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling. Together, we’ll work to grow your self-awareness, build a more compassionate mind, and identify what really matters.