Why talk in your mother tongue?
Feelings such as longing, shame, anger or grief are often easier to put into words in the language you grew up with. Many people of the second and third generation live between two cultures: one at home, another at school or work. In a session in Turkish, you do not need to explain family expectations, religious holidays or cultural details from the beginning; they are already understood.
For many Turks abroad, speaking Turkish brings a sense of familiarity that makes it easier to open up. Others search in English because that is the language they use online every day, while Turkish remains the language of home and family. This service is for both.
Who is this for?
- Turks living in the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Austria, Switzerland, Scandinavia, the US, Canada, Australia and elsewhere
- Second- and third-generation adults who feel at home in Turkish when it comes to emotions
- Students and professionals who have recently moved abroad
- Couples and families in which everyone taking part is comfortable in Turkish
Topics we work on
- Loneliness, homesickness and adjusting to life abroad
- Identity between two cultures
- Stress, worry and everyday pressure
- Relationships, marriage and family
- Raising bilingual children
- Grief and guilt when loved ones live in Türkiye
How it works
- Write to us on WhatsApp (+90 552 418 79 73) in English or Turkish. Tell us your country and the times that suit you.
- We agree on an appointment, always confirmed in your local time as well as Türkiye time.
- The session takes place in Turkish over a secure video connection and lasts about 50 minutes.
Ready to take the first step? Message us in English or Turkish.
💬 Message us on WhatsAppTime differences
Türkiye uses UTC+3 all year round and does not change its clocks. Sessions can be scheduled between 09:00 and 22:00 Türkiye time, every day. As a guide:
- United Kingdom: 3 hours behind Türkiye in winter, 2 hours behind in summer. A 20:00 session in Türkiye is at 17:00 in London in winter.
- Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Austria, Switzerland: 2 hours behind in winter, 1 hour behind in summer.
- US East Coast and Toronto: 8 hours behind in winter, 7 hours behind in summer, so morning sessions in North America match the evening in Türkiye.
- Sydney: 8 hours ahead during Australian summer time, 7 hours ahead the rest of the year.
We reply to WhatsApp messages Monday to Saturday, 10:00 to 19:00 Türkiye time. Messages sent on Sunday are answered on Monday.
Confidentiality
What you share in a session stays between you and your psychologist. Sessions take place over a secure video connection; for your own comfort, choose a quiet room where you will not be overheard and use headphones if possible.
About Rojin Nazik
Rojin Nazik is a psychologist and family counsellor based in Ankara, with 13 years of professional experience. She completed her family counselling training at İstanbul University, is the author of three books, and has appeared as a guest expert on Turkish television, including CNN Türk, Beyaz TV and TV8 INT. Her interviews have been published in Hürriyet, Milliyet, Sabah, Cumhuriyet and other national newspapers. She works with adults, couples and families.
Important notes
This is psychological counselling offered online from Türkiye. It is not a replacement for medical or psychotherapeutic treatment in your country of residence, and it is usually not covered by health insurance.
If you are in immediate danger or thinking about harming yourself, contact your local emergency number straight away: 999 in the UK, 112 in the EU, 911 in the US and Canada, 000 in Australia. In the UK and Ireland, Samaritans are available free, day and night, on 116 123.
Frequently asked questions
Are the sessions in English?
No. All sessions are held in Turkish. This page is in English so that Turkish speakers who search in English can find us. You can write to us in English or Turkish, but the session itself takes place in Turkish.
Do I need to speak Turkish fluently?
You should be comfortable expressing your feelings in Turkish. Many second- and third-generation clients mix Turkish with an occasional word from another language, and that is fine. If you are unsure, write to us first and we will talk about it.
Can my partner join if they do not speak Turkish?
Couple sessions require both partners to be comfortable in Turkish. If your partner does not speak Turkish, individual sessions in Turkish may still be an option for you.
How do you handle the time difference?
Appointments are always confirmed with your local time as well as Türkiye time. Sessions can be scheduled between 09:00 and 22:00 Türkiye time, every day.
Is this a replacement for treatment in my country?
No. This is psychological counselling offered online from Türkiye. It does not replace medical or psychotherapeutic treatment in your country of residence, and it is usually not covered by health insurance.
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