Psychologist Elif Sena Özata

Psychologist Elif Sena Özata Graduated from Marmara University with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology (100% English) in June 2020. Completed internship training at Moodist Hospital in July 2020 and worked as an assistant psychologist (DEKAP) until September 2021. Since 2022, she has been working as a psychologist at Moodist Hospital, where she has been conducting Group Therapy for Gambling Addiction since 2021. She is currently in the thesis phase of her Master’s in Clinical Psychology, specializing in the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach.

She works with various psychological issues, including gambling addiction, alcohol and substance abuse, anxiety, depression, impulsivity, ADHD, and bipolar disorder. Throughout her career, she has gained extensive experience in addressing the complex nature of addiction and mental health issues, supporting her clients in developing self-awareness and leading healthier lives. Her goal is to empower her clients both personally and professionally

Psychologist Elif Sena Özata works as a psychologist at Moodist Hospital.

Education:
Postgraduate: Istanbul Kent University, Beyoğlu, Istanbul — MSc Clinical Psychology (2022-present, Thesis process)
Bachelor’s Degree: Marmara University, Kadıköy, Istanbul – Psychology (100% English) (2015-2020)

Training Courses:

• Addiction Approach Training, Başkent Psychology Workshop, Prof. Dr. Kültegin Ögel (2022)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Training, Prof. Dr. Mehmet Z. Sungur (2022-2023)
• Gambling Addiction Approach Training, Başkent Psychology Workshop (2023)
• Motivational Interviewing Training, Başkent Psychology Workshop, Prof. Dr. Kültegin Ögel (2023)
• Phobia Treatment with VR Therapy, Specialist Psychologist Elif Öztürk Yeşildere (2023)
• Solution-Focused Therapy, Nevin Dölek – M. Fulya Kurter (2024)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Supervision, Psychologist Dr. Buket Unver (2023–present)

Certificates:

• Moxo Test Practitioner Certificate (2020)
• MMPI Test Practitioner Certificate (2020)
• Gambling Addiction Symposium Participation Certificate, Speaker (2024)