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TRTurkish-speaking psychiatrist in Oslo
Sessions are offered in Norwegian, English, and Turkish.
Overview
For Turkish-speaking patients, it may be easier to describe difficult emotions, family history, and nuances in Turkish. Sessions can therefore take place in Turkish within the same clinical framework.
Who is this for?
- You prefer Turkish in clinical sessions.
- You want to explain symptoms and life history without an interpreter.
How it works
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Same professional framework
Assessment, treatment, and follow-up follow the same standard as in Norwegian.
Our approach
The aim is that language should not be a barrier to precise and safe psychiatric assessment.
Frequently asked
Do I need a referral?
No, you do not need a referral from a general practitioner or other healthcare professional — you can contact us directly. After the first session, the therapist may request relevant documentation, such as previous discharge summaries or reports, if you have these available.
How do I book a consultation?
You can book by clicking the "Book appointment" button on this page, emailing info@maresante-mentalhelse.com or maresante.mental@gmail.com, or using the WhatsApp chat button. We respond with available times and practical information.
What happens during the very first session?
It is completely normal to feel a little nervous or excited before your first meeting with a psychiatrist. My goal is for you to feel cared for, heard, and safe from the very first moment.
The first session is usually called an assessment or intake consultation. Here is an overview of what we go through together:
Getting to know each other and mapping the situation We start with an informal conversation where you tell us in your own words what has led you to seek help right now. We discuss, among other things:
- What symptoms or difficulties you are experiencing in daily life.
- How long the challenges have lasted, and whether specific events triggered them.
- How the difficulties affect your daily life, such as work, school, sleep, and relationships.
Your background history (Anamnesis) To see the whole person and not just the diagnosis, we spend some time understanding your background. As a specialist in both child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry, I am interested in your entire life journey. We briefly touch on your previous physical and mental health, whether there are similar issues in the family, and how your upbringing has been.
Clarification of expectations and framework We go through the practical aspects of the treatment. Here we also clarify the framework for my private practice, such as the fact that I do not treat ongoing substance abuse or issue sick leave certificates. You will of course also have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
The way forward Towards the end of the session, we summarise what we have found. Often we will need 1–3 sessions to fully complete a thorough assessment of your situation and history. We make a preliminary plan for whether to proceed with a more comprehensive assessment (e.g. for ADHD or a mood disorder), start directly with targeted talk therapy, or consider medication support. You will be consulted throughout — the best treatment is one we agree on and that you feel comfortable with.