Koç University, Department of Psychology
Koç University was founded in 1993 as a non-profit private university in Istanbul, Turkey. Since its establishment, Koç University has become one of the leading universities in Turkey, distinguished by notable contributions to the elevation of education, knowledge, and service both domestically and beyond.
Dr. Ceren Acaturk has expertise in mental health issues of Syrian refugees residing in Turkey. She conducted one of the first randomized controlled trials of EMDR for Syrian refugees in refugee camp settings and has several other projects focused on mental health interventions for Syrian adults and children. She supervises the Project Lift (Maya Foundation) which aims to provide art therapy-based psychosocial support for Syrian children living in Istanbul.
