Senior Psychologist Gokhan Pinarbasi

Professional Profile

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​Gokhan Pinarbasi is a Senior Psychologist based in Ireland and a member of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI), providing structured, evidence-based psychological assessment and therapy across a range of mental health presentations, including anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties, and Adult ADHD.

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His clinical approach is grounded in formulation-driven practice, integrating Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based interventions, and outcome-focused treatment planning. He works collaboratively with clients to develop clear, individualised pathways that support both symptom management and long-term psychological wellbeing.

Gokhan has extensive experience across clinical, corporate, and digital mental health settings, delivering both in-person and online therapy. His work includes individual therapy, group-based interventions, and psychological wellbeing programmes, alongside active involvement in clinical risk management and multidisciplinary care.

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Areas of Clinical Interest

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• Anxiety, stress-related difficulties, and emotional regulation
• Adult ADHD assessment, screening, and clinical formulation
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based interventions
• Behavioural pattern identification and coping strategy development
• Psychological wellbeing, adjustment, and resilience

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Clinical Practice at Vera Mental Health Clinic

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At Vera Mental Health Clinic, Gokhan delivers structured, person-centred psychological interventions while contributing to the maintenance of high clinical standards, ethical practice, and service quality.

Working within a multidisciplinary framework, Gokhan supports comprehensive assessment processes, including Adult ADHD evaluations, and ensures that all therapeutic work remains aligned with evidence-based clinical guidelines and transparent care pathways.

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Education & Training

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Gokhan holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Health Psychology from Bournemouth University (UK), awarded with Merit. His postgraduate research focused on international students’ sociocultural adaptation, perceived stress, and coping strategies.

He completed his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Middle East Technical University (METU), graduating early with strong academic performance and consistent placement on the High Honour Roll.

His clinical training includes advanced postgraduate certification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), alongside professional training in mindfulness-based interventions and psychological assessment.

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Professional Experience

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Gokhan has worked across a range of mental health services in Ireland and internationally, including clinical, corporate, and digital healthcare environments.

His experience includes roles as a Psychologist, Wellbeing Specialist, and Global Therapist, delivering evidence-based interventions, facilitating group programmes, and supporting individuals across diverse populations.

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Certifications & Professional Development

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• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy 
• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (Irish Mindfulness Institute)
• MOXO Attention Test Practitioner
• Psychological First Aid (Johns Hopkins University)
• Research Ethics in Practice (Oxford University Press)

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Languages

 

Psychologist Gokhan Pinarbasi provides therapy in English and Turkish, supporting a diverse international client population.