Dr. Ikizler specializes in treating generalized anxiety, depression, intergenerational cultural conflict, LGBTQ+ concerns, life transitions, identity concerns and multicultural psychology (e.g., gender, sexuality, race/ethnicity), relationship/interpersonal concerns, and relational trauma. Dr. Ikizler tailors her integrative therapeutic approach to meet client’s specific needs, style, and worldview. She creates a safe, supportive, and collaborative space to help clients develop insights about themselves and develop skills to address life’s twists and turns.
Dr. Ikizler leads with warmth and empathy and uses humor and gentle challenge, as appropriate. With attention to clients’ pasts, identities, and cultural backgrounds, Dr. Ikizler can help you uncover and nurture your authentic self to increase self-awareness, coping skills, and well-being.
Dr. Ikizler has experience working with survivors of interpersonal violence and second-generation immigrants, especially those from Arab/Middle Eastern countries. She's a tenured professor and researcher who has authored book chapters/publications focused on identity development, stress, and links between oppressive experiences and mental health outcomes.