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Duygu Balan LPCC

About

Duygu Balan, LPCC, developed her expertise in intergenerational trauma while working as a clinical counselor in New York City treating patients on society’s margins. A licensed psychotherapist, she is the co-author of Re-Write: A Trauma Workbook of Creative Writing and Recovery in Our New Normal and a contributor to the best-selling medical textbook, Big Book of Emergency Department Psychiatry: A Guide to Patient Centered Operational Improvement. Born in Germany and raised in Istanbul, Duygu’s upbringing provides her with a fresh perspective on how to navigate tension between cultures; adverse childhood experiences; and attachment wounding through hope and resilience. She is based in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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Recent Posts
Stuck in a Situationship?

Noncommittal romantic relationships, referred to as situationships, have increased in prevalence.

Noncommittal romantic relationships, referred to as situationships, have increased in prevalence.

Why It Should Be All Right to Cry

Vulnerability is a necessary component of intimacy, yet many societies view crying as a sign of weakness. 

Vulnerability is a necessary component of intimacy, yet many societies view crying as a sign of weakness. 

Capturing Today's Worst Dating Trends

As social media platforms amplify dysfunctional dating dynamics, new viral terms to describe them emerge.

As social media platforms amplify dysfunctional dating dynamics, new viral terms to describe them emerge.

Unveiling the Therapeutic Journey of 'Good Will Hunting'

‘Good Will Hunting’ (1998) portrays one of the most powerful representations of the healing power of the therapeutic relationship.

‘Good Will Hunting’ (1998) portrays one of the most powerful representations of the healing power of the therapeutic relationship.

Are You Gaslighting Me, or Am I Really Too Sensitive?

Gaslighting can occur in the workplace, medical settings, and romantic relationships. If you are concerned you are being manipulated or abused, trust your feelings and seek help.

Gaslighting can occur in the workplace, medical settings, and romantic relationships. If you are concerned you are being manipulated or abused, trust your feelings and seek help.