Ezgi Soymen
Psychologist
Istanbul
Summary
Licensed Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist Intern specializes in adult counseling and psychotherapy. Provided crisis assessment and intervention through specialist services. Familiar with collecting, organizing and analyzing clinical data to aid in diagnosis and treatment of diverse disorders. Trained in evidence-based practices and skilled in maintaining records. Continued educations in the field of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Charted an interdisciplinary path in both research and clinical practice. Research areas are body image, clinical health psychology, psychological flexibility, spinal deformities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Clinical Psychologist
Acibadem University
11.2022 - Current
- I started psychotherapy sessions with supervision and I still continue.
Psychologist (Volunteer)
Earthquake Psychosocial Solidarity Network
03.2023 - 08.2023
- After the February 6 Kahramanmaras Earthquake, I worked with the people affected by the earthquake with the team.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, de-escalating situations and connecting individuals with appropriate resources for ongoing support.
- Led group therapy session using the ACT method with people affected by the earthquake about trauma.
- Prevented escalation of mental health crises by responding promptly to urgent requests for psychological support from patients and their families.
- Conducted individual interviews with clients who had self-harm and suicidal tendencies.
Psychologist Intern
Istanbul Erenkoy Mental And Neurological Diseases Hospital
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Implemented behavior modification plans for clients struggling with emotional regulation issues, promoting healthier coping mechanisms.
- Conducted group sessions on various mental health topics such as self-care or conflict resolution skills, equipping attendees with valuable tools for personal growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of psychology.
- Shadowed experienced clinicians and psychiatrists to gain in-depth knowledge of treatment, diagnosis and assessment techniques.
- Interacted with clients to assist in gaining insight, defining goals, and planning action to achieve effective personal development and adjustment.
- Identified psychological, emotional or behavioral issues and diagnosed disorders using information obtained from evaluation techniques.
- I attended case meetings with doctors, psychologists and psychiatric nurses
Psychologist Assistant
Psychology And Psychotherapy Practices Institute - Istanbul
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Assisted psychologists with research projects, contributing to advancements in the field of psychology.
- Participated in case meetings
- Participated in psychological test interviews (such as Rorschach, WISC-R) with the client as an observer.
Psychology Intern
Mizmer Psychological Counseling Center
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Participated in psychoeducational meetings held within the institution
- Participated in case meetings
- Participated in psychological test interviews (such as Rorschach, WISC-R) with the client as an observer.
- Conducted clinical testing applications
Research Assistant
Istanbul University
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Performed qualitative analysis using the Grounded Theory
- Transcribed the recordings of the interviews with the participants were.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
Psychology Intern
Istanbul Cerrahpasa University Department Of Mental Health And Diseases
12.2018 - 01.2019
- Attended group therapy sessions with inpatients in the clinic on a variety of topics that facilitated interpersonal connections and encouraged skill development opportunities, accompanied by a specialist psychologist.
- Conducted intake interviews with new patients, gathering essential background information to inform subsequent treatment planning efforts.
- Attend psychoeducational classes, workshops and seminars.
- Attended sessions in psychiatry outpatient clinics.
- I attended case meetings with doctors, psychologists and psychiatric nurses
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Acibadem University
Istanbul 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Istanbul University
Istanbul 04.2001 -
Skills
Research (Qualitative and Quantitative)
Certification
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy -, The Association of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies / Turkiye
Timeline
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy -, The Association of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies / Turkiye
01-2024
Psychologist (Volunteer)
Earthquake Psychosocial Solidarity Network
03.2023 - 08.2023
Clinical Psychologist
Acibadem University
11.2022 - Current
Psychologist Intern
Istanbul Erenkoy Mental And Neurological Diseases Hospital
10.2022 - 06.2023
Family Counseling, Biruni University
07-2020
Psychologist Assistant
Psychology And Psychotherapy Practices Institute - Istanbul
07.2019 - 09.2019
Psychology Intern
Mizmer Psychological Counseling Center
07.2019 - 08.2019
Psychology Intern
Istanbul Cerrahpasa University Department Of Mental Health And Diseases
12.2018 - 01.2019
Research Assistant
Istanbul University
11.2018 - 05.2019
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Acibadem University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Istanbul University
04.2001 -