Ceyda Kıyak 

Alongside my clinical practice, I have built an academic career with an MSc in Experimental Psychology in Italy, an MRes in Digital Health in the UK, and I am finalising a PhD in Psychology at the University of East Anglia in UK, where I investigated how loneliness shapes our perceptions and behaviours using immersive technologies such as virtual reality. This dual expertise allows me to bridge science and practice: I translate cutting-edge research into therapy, while my therapeutic work grounds my research in real-world needs. Above all, I aim to create a safe and supportive space where people can explore what is happening for them and take steps towards positive and meaningful change.

When I am not working, I love spending time in nature, being around all kinds of animals, and appreciating the small joys of everyday life. Social issues matter deeply to me, and I enjoy learning new languages and cultures while striving to become a better version of myself. Colours in life are the way I experience life: vibrant, layered, and deeply expressive. In many ways, whether in or outside of therapy, my aspiration is the same: to accompany people on their journey of growth and wellbeing.