Zeynep Sadun

Diversity, curiosity, growth… all of these and many more can be found in EUR. When I started studying in the clinical track, I had certain expectations, such as learning more extensively about psychopathology and basic therapeutic techniques for such pathologies. Yet, the experiences and perspectives I gained through this course went above and beyond anything I could have ever imagined. Thanks to the fantastic staff of EUR, I felt heard, seen and supported. All of the professors and tutors I had during my master's, listened to me about my concerns or questions. They guided me closer to my goals by giving advice, sharing scientific literature and helping me to form new connections that proved to be immensely valuable in my pursuit of academic excellence. Additionally, it was such a precious moment for me when I saw one of our professors including her pronouns in her presentation. Even though it was such a small detail, its positive impact on students was much bigger in terms of inclusivity. 

To elaborate on the insights I gained during my studies, EUR welcomed a variety of guest lecturers who brought very personal and profound aspects of clinical practice. To give some examples, hearing about psychosis from someone who experienced it five times, learning more about gender dysphoria from a therapist who went through gender transitioning herself, and taking part in a group dance that an art therapist guided were all utterly unique experiences that greatly influenced both my personal and academic growth. Moreover, most professors and tutors have backgrounds as therapists, which brought such valuable perspectives to the classroom that couldn't be obtained from books.

As for the future, this master’s program offers many opportunities in various areas, such as education, psychotherapy, research and more. For my plans, I realized that I don't want to leave the campus for a bit longer; therefore, I will continue working as a tutor at EUR for psychology bachelor students. I am thrilled to see what life will bring and how I will incorporate the skills I gained during my studies. I wholeheartedly recommend the Clinical Psychology Master program at EUR if you're looking for a master's program in which you can progress both academically and personally!