Irmak Basaran
About Irmak Basaran
Irmak Basaran LPCC
Irmak Basaran is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who provides culturally sensitive therapeutic services. She is bilingual in English and Turkish, enabling her to reach a broader client base. Irmak tailors her therapeutic techniques to meet the unique needs of each individual, focusing on enhancing strengths and improving the mind-body connection to help clients achieve a balanced, happy life.
Irmak Basaran Education and Professional Qualifications
Irmak Basaran holds a B.A. in Sociology from Uludag University in Bursa, Turkey. She earned her M.A. in Clinical Counseling from the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University, San Francisco. These academic credentials underpin her comprehensive understanding of human behavior and effective therapeutic practices.
Irmak Basaran Clinical Counseling Experience
Irmak Basaran has gained significant experience through various clinical placements. She worked as a Clinical Counselor Trainee at South Berkeley Senior Center and San Francisco Drug Court Treatment Center. Additionally, she served as an Intern Clinician at West County Child, Adolescent, and Family Services, and Valley Community Counseling Services. Furthermore, she has experience as a Mental Health Clinician at Alternative Family Services in Oakland, CA.
Irmak Basaran Therapeutic Approach
Irmak Basaran employs culturally sensitive therapeutic techniques focusing on each individual's distinct needs. Her approach is tailored to enhance the client's strengths, improve their mind-body connection, and help them re-establish a balanced, happy life. Her bilingual fluency in English and Turkish allows her to cater to a diverse client population effectively.
Irmak Basaran Personal Interests
Outside her professional responsibilities, Irmak Basaran enjoys outdoor activities, traveling, wine and food tasting, and spending quality time with family, friends, and her furry babies. These interests reflect her appreciation for life's simple pleasures and help her maintain a well-rounded and balanced lifestyle.