Dilek Aygun

Dilek Aygun

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  • About me

    Psychotherapist & EMDR Practitioner

  • Education

    • Selcuk Ozsoy Grammer School

      2000 - 2003
      High School degree (university entrance) Science
    • Queen Mary University of London

      2013 - 2014
      Master’s Degree Mental Health : Psychological Therapies Merit

      i gained knowledge about psychological therapies including individual cognitive behaviour therapies, cognitive analytic therapies, psychodynamic therapies, as well as group and family therapies.i became knowledgeable and experienced in deciding which interventions may be helpful, and knowing more about which therapies might work for whom. In addition, during the experiential groups and clinical placements i became more mindful and experienced in working with emotional, behavioural and… Show more i gained knowledge about psychological therapies including individual cognitive behaviour therapies, cognitive analytic therapies, psychodynamic therapies, as well as group and family therapies.i became knowledgeable and experienced in deciding which interventions may be helpful, and knowing more about which therapies might work for whom. In addition, during the experiential groups and clinical placements i became more mindful and experienced in working with emotional, behavioural and psychological distress.i have conducted a systematic review as a part of my dissertation with the topic;Effectiveness of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy in female patientswith Borderline Personality DisorderGrade: Distinction Show less

    • University of West London

      2009 - 2013
      Bachelor’s Degree Psychology 2:1

      i have learned the main areas of psychology: cognition, development, biology and the history of psychological theories and knowledge of core subjects in psychology to meet the requirements for British Psychological Society accreditation.On the final year i have conducted my own empirical research project and select six specialist modules from a wide range of modules led by expert academic staff and practitioners. My dissertation was on"Personality traits, adult attachment and culture: a… Show more i have learned the main areas of psychology: cognition, development, biology and the history of psychological theories and knowledge of core subjects in psychology to meet the requirements for British Psychological Society accreditation.On the final year i have conducted my own empirical research project and select six specialist modules from a wide range of modules led by expert academic staff and practitioners. My dissertation was on"Personality traits, adult attachment and culture: a comparisonof Turkish and British adults" Grade: Distinction Show less

  • Experience

    • Mind

      Jul 2012 - Aug 2013
      Peer Mentor

      I have organised creative workshops (music, theatre) for isolated teenagers young people aged 16-25. I was part of a team of graduate psychology students committed to leveraging their experience to help young people. I have run various meetings and activities to raise awareness of mental health problems within the wider community and increase the visibility of MIND. In conjunction with other volunteers I have organised the World Mental Health Day

    • Private Therapy Clinic

      Jan 2014 - now
      Psychological Councellor

      i work with variety of clients who have mental health difficulties such as anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) or panic disorders.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • EMDR