If you live in Antalya and are looking for a psychiatrist you can speak to in English, Dr. Ali Barlas Koçak sees adults at his private practice in Konyaaltı. He is a specialist in psychiatry and an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Medicine of Kyrenia University. Appointments cover psychiatric assessment, medication treatment and psychotherapy, in person or online. You can pick a time in the booking calendar or message us on WhatsApp.
When people usually get in touch
You do not need to know what to call what you are going through. We work that out together in the first meeting. Common reasons include:
- Depression, low mood, loss of interest or energy
- Anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety
- Obsessive-compulsive symptoms
- Mood swings and bipolar disorder
- Sleep problems
- Grief, loss, and difficult life transitions, including the stress of living far from home
- Questions of meaning, direction and identity
- Attention difficulties in adults
- Reviewing medication you already take, including side effects
The practice sees adults only (18 and over).
Where the practice is
The practice is in the Altınkum neighbourhood of Konyaaltı, on Atatürk Boulevard, in Mehmet Özbek Plaza, 5th floor.
Address: Altınkum Mah. Atatürk Bulvarı No: 130/41, Mehmet Özbek Plaza, Floor 5, Konyaaltı / Antalya, Türkiye
The official unit number is 130/41, but the door itself says 7. If you see a different number on the map or on the door, you are in the right place.
- Get directions on Google Maps
- If you have trouble finding us, send a WhatsApp message and we will help.
- Phone / WhatsApp: +90 542 578 72 97
Getting there
- By bus: there is a bus stop right in front of the building.
- By car: the building has no parking for patients, but there is street parking along the road.
- Entrance: facing the building, use the entrance on the left. There is a lift to the 5th floor.
What the first visit is like
Not knowing what to expect is a common worry, and it can be larger when you are dealing with a health system in a second language. The first meeting takes about 50 minutes and unfolds in three steps:
- Listening. You describe what brought you in and tell your story at your own pace.
- Assessment. We talk about when the difficulties began, how they affect daily life, and any earlier treatment or medication.
- Plan. Options such as psychotherapy, medication or both are discussed with you. Decisions are made together.
It helps to bring a list of the medications you take (ideally the boxes or the generic/active ingredient names, since brand names differ between countries) and any previous reports or test results, even if they are in another language. What you discuss is covered by doctor–patient confidentiality.
Treatment approaches
- Psychiatric assessment and medication, started only after discussing benefits and side effects, with regular follow-up.
- Psychotherapy. The main approach is dynamic existential psychotherapy, with other methods used where they fit your needs.
- EMDR for processing traumatic experiences.
Online sessions
If you are travelling, live outside Konyaaltı, or simply prefer not to come in, video sessions can be arranged when they are clinically appropriate. Read more about online sessions.
Booking and hours
Hours: Monday to Saturday, 09:00 to 18:00.
- Choose a day and time in the booking calendar.
- Message on WhatsApp to ask questions or book.
- Call +90 542 578 72 97.
Fees and payment options are available before you book.
In an emergency (thoughts of harming yourself or someone else), do not wait for an appointment. Call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department.
About the doctor
Dr. Koçak completed his medical degree at Ankara University and his psychiatry residency at Bezmialem Vakıf University. His specialty thesis examined time perception in depression. He is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Medicine of Kyrenia University and a member of the Existential Psychotherapies Working Unit of the Psychiatric Association of Türkiye. Read the full CV (in Turkish).
Frequently asked questions
Are sessions held in English?
Yes. Consultations can be held in English or Turkish.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book directly with the practice.
What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who can diagnose, prescribe medication and provide psychotherapy. If you are unsure which kind of support you need, we can work it out in the first meeting.
How long is the first appointment?
About 50 minutes.
Are children and teenagers seen?
No, the practice sees adults only.
Can I still be seen if I live in another city or abroad?
Yes, online sessions are possible when clinically appropriate.