Sena Elbasi
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Qualified counsellor with an MA in Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy (Goldsmiths, University of London).
Registered Member of MBACP (414455).
200+ hours of clinical counselling experience.
Currently seeking counselling roles to support individuals’ emotional wellbeing and personal growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Counselor
CGL
London, United Kingdom
2024.02 - 2025.04
- Completed counselling placement at CGL, fulfilling master's programme requirements.
- Conducted over 100 hours of counselling sessions.
- Participated in bi-weekly supervisory sessions to enhance professional development.
Project Coordinator
Turken Foundation
London, United Kingdom
2023.03 - 2025.08
- Organised diverse events, including workshops, seminars, and picnics, to engage minority groups.
- Focused on fostering networking connections among youth participants through targeted programmes.
- Implemented breakfast programs aimed at enhancing community involvement and participation.
Supervisor
Psikopark
Istanbul, Türkiye
2023.12 - 2023.12
- Supervised psychologists and students in Erzurum project, delivering psychosocial support to rural schools.
- Guided workshops and counselling sessions that enhanced mental health programmes for students.
- Ensured effective coordination of initiatives impacting student well-being in Eastern Turkey.
Educational Counsellor
International Migration and Refugee Association (IMRA)
Istanbul, Türkiye
2021.01 - 2021.09
- Provided emotional support to refugees and migrants as a counsellor at IMRA.
- Assisted clients in overcoming trauma, displacement, and cultural adjustment through individual counselling.
- Facilitated workshops addressing coping strategies, language barriers, and social integration.
- Guided clients in accessing resources and services for smoother transitions into new environments.
Social Counsellor
World Human Relief (WHR)
Istanbul, Türkiye
2018.01 - 2021.12
- Conducted awareness training on sexual abuse for students and educators.
- Facilitated interactive sessions to empower communities in recognising and preventing abuse.
- Collaborated with World Human Relief to visit village schools under supervisory guidance.
Member
Doctors Worldwide
Istanbul, Türkiye
2015.08 - 2025.08
- Facilitated networking connections to strengthen partnerships with international, national, and grassroots organisations.
- Contributed to initiatives aimed at improving community health through collaborative efforts.
Cofounder & Board Member
HAVLE Women's Association
Istanbul, Türkiye
2018.01 - 2021.11
- Co-founded a feminist solidarity network promoting inclusivity for all women.
- Shaped organisational vision while leading community-building and advocacy initiatives.
- Organised events and facilitated discussions on gender equality topics
- Managed various projects to ensure effective implementation and outcomes.
Research Assistant
Dept of Psychology, Istanbul Bilgi University
Istanbul, Türkiye
2019.01 - 2019.12
- Worked as an assistant in Psychologist Maria Aslan's research project on 'The Effect of Religion and Spirituality on Depression,' under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Daine Sunar.
- Assisted in data collection, participant interviews, and literature reviews to support the study's objectives.
- Analyzed the relationship between religious practices, spirituality, and their impact on individuals' mental health, with a particular focus on depression.
- Contributed to organizing and compiling research findings, ensuring accurate data recording and interpretation.
- Gained valuable insights into psychological research methods and the influence of spiritual and religious factors on mental health outcomes.
Intern
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Center for the Disabled
Istanbul, Türkiye
2018.06 - 2018.07
- I interned with a Therapist, observing in-patients during individual and group therapy sessions.
- I gained valuable insights into counseling techniques, patient behaviors, and treatment approaches while learning about the importance of support and communication in the counseling process.
Education
MA in Psychodynamic Counselling And Psychotherapy - Psychodynamic Counselling And Psychotherapy
Goldsmiths, University of London
2022.09 - 2024.12
Undergraduate in Psychology - Psychology
Istanbul Bilgi University
2015.09 - 2020.08
Amsterdam Summer School Programme - Anthropology And Ethnographic Storytelling
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
2018.06 - 2018.07
LSE Summer School Programme - Social sciences, journalism and information
London School of Economics and Political Science
2017.07 - 2017.09
HIGH SCHOOL -
Ihlas Anatolian High School (Private)
2011.07 - 2015.08
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Psychodynamic therapy
- Event organisation
- Project coordination
Languages
English
Fluent
Turkish
Native
Personal Information
- Visa status: Graduate Visa
- ID Type: Passport
- ID Number: U24855871
- Date of birth: 10/08/1997
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Turkish
Timeline
Counselor
CGL
2024.02 - 2025.04
Supervisor
Psikopark
2023.12 - 2023.12
Project Coordinator
Turken Foundation
2023.03 - 2025.08
MA in Psychodynamic Counselling And Psychotherapy - Psychodynamic Counselling And Psychotherapy
Goldsmiths, University of London
2022.09 - 2024.12
Educational Counsellor
International Migration and Refugee Association (IMRA)
2021.01 - 2021.09
Research Assistant
Dept of Psychology, Istanbul Bilgi University
2019.01 - 2019.12
Amsterdam Summer School Programme - Anthropology And Ethnographic Storytelling
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
2018.06 - 2018.07
Intern
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Center for the Disabled
2018.06 - 2018.07
Social Counsellor
World Human Relief (WHR)
2018.01 - 2021.12
Cofounder & Board Member
HAVLE Women's Association
2018.01 - 2021.11
LSE Summer School Programme - Social sciences, journalism and information
London School of Economics and Political Science
2017.07 - 2017.09
Undergraduate in Psychology - Psychology
Istanbul Bilgi University
2015.09 - 2020.08
Member
Doctors Worldwide
2015.08 - 2025.08
HIGH SCHOOL -
Ihlas Anatolian High School (Private)
2011.07 - 2015.08