Clinical Psychologist · Child, Parent & Sport Psychology
By your side as you grow, play and compete.
I work with children and teens, parents and athletes, with a warm, evidence-based approach. We can meet in person or online.
- In person and online
- Children, teens, parents and athletes
- Evidence-based approach
Education & certification
- Başkent UniversityMSc in Exercise and Sport Performance
- Üsküdar UniversityMA in Clinical Psychology
- Yeditepe UniversityBA in Psychology
- Attached at the Heart – Certified Parent Educator
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Who I work with
Children and teens
Understanding feelings, coping with anxiety, struggling at school or with friends — through play and conversation, in ways that suit their age.
Read moreParents
Parent sessions and Attached at the Heart parent education to understand your child, set boundaries and strengthen your bond.
Read moreAthletes and teams
Individual and team work on performance anxiety, motivation, focus and team communication.
Read moreEvery child, every family and every athlete comes with their own story.
Hello, I’m Berfin Koç. I studied psychology at Yeditepe University and completed my master’s in clinical psychology at Üsküdar University, followed by a second master’s in Exercise and Sport Performance at Başkent University.
In sessions I care about creating a safe, non-judgemental and curious space. With children I put play at the centre, with parents the bond, and with athletes the power of the mind in performance.
Areas of work
The main topics we can work on together.
- Child and adolescent psychologyAge-appropriate, play- and talk-based support for emotional, behavioural and social difficulties.
- Parent counsellingSessions for parents to understand their child, set boundaries and strengthen their bond.
- Attached at the Heart parent educationA certified parent education programme for families who want to learn attachment-focused parenting step by step.
- Sport psychologyWork with athletes, coaches and teams on performance anxiety, motivation, focus and team communication.
- Play groupsSmall groups where young children build social and emotional skills through play.
- Preschool, school and club consultingPsychological consulting, training and seminars for preschools, schools and sports clubs.
How I work
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Attachment-focused
I don’t see a child’s development apart from their bond with their family. When it helps, parents become an active part of the process.
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Play and experience
Children express themselves best through play, athletes on the field. I adapt my methods to age and need.
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Evidence-based
I use approaches supported by research and we review progress against our goals together.
How to get started
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Get in touch
Leave a short message through the contact form and I’ll get back to you soon.
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Introductory call
A short conversation about what you need and expect.
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Getting started
When working with children, the first meeting is usually with the parents. Then we set up a rhythm that suits you, in person or online.
Let’s take the first step together.
Get in touch any time with questions or to book a session.
Get in touch