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Online therapy in Turkish for Utrecht and the surrounding area
Turkish Psychologist Utrecht
Utrecht is home to a large Turkish-speaking community, yet the supply of Turkish-language therapy is small. As a university city, it also attracts a young, highly educated group of prospective clients. Online therapy meets both needs without a waiting list.
From Utrecht (including Kanaleneiland, Overvecht, Zeist, Nieuwegein and Amersfoort) you can apply to ViaNova Praktijk without a referral. Sessions are held in Turkish over a secure video connection; Dr. Hüseyin Doğan is a PhD-level psychologist registered with the NIP (236936).
The search for Turkish-language therapy in Utrecht
Utrecht, particularly Kanaleneiland and Overvecht, is home to one of the Netherlands' most established Turkish communities, and Zeist, Nieuwegein and Amersfoort extend this catchment area further. Although the city has a high density of GGZ (mental healthcare) institutions, the availability of Turkish-language treatment is very limited: that density does not translate into language coverage. Online Turkish-language therapy closes this gap regardless of location.
Students and young adults
Utrecht's university identity adds a young layer of applicants: students from Turkey often present with adjustment difficulties, loneliness and anxiety about the future, while young people who grew up in the Netherlands more often struggle with the tension between family expectations and their own path. In this age group, themes such as anxiety, social anxiety and self-esteem stand out; early intervention helps before these patterns settle in.
For families: adolescents and parents
A significant share of referrals from Utrecht come from families: reluctance to attend school, withdrawal, conflict between parent and teenager. Sessions with adolescents and parallel parent guidance are conducted online; Dr. Doğan is SKJ-registered and has first-hand knowledge of the Dutch youth care system, with a bridge to schools when needed.
The application process
After an appointment request, an initial intake conversation is usually scheduled shortly after; no referral from a general practitioner (huisarts) is required. Fees and possible (partial) reimbursement are explained on the Fees and Insurance page. In an acute crisis, the huisarts, the out-of-hours GP service (huisartsenpost) or 112 are the appropriate contacts.
Frequently asked questions
Are in-person sessions available in Utrecht?
No, ViaNova Praktijk works entirely online. Sessions take place over a secure video connection.
Why choose private therapy instead of the university psychologist?
University services tend to focus on brief, general support and waiting times can grow. For structured, continuous work in your native language, private therapy is a useful complement.
My family lives in Turkey, is a joint family session possible?
Yes. The online format allows family members in different countries to join the same session. More details are on the Family Therapy page.
Is a referral or waiting list required?
No referral is required, and you can typically start within a short time, independent of regular GGZ waiting lists.
Clinical scope and emergencies
This page is for general information only. No diagnosis is made and no personal treatment advice is given through the website. In the event of an acute crisis, risk of self-harm or an unsafe situation in the Netherlands, please contact 112, your huisarts or the huisartsenpost. To talk to someone, the 113 Zelfmoordpreventie helpline (0800-0113) is available day and night.