# The Development of EMDR Research in Türkiye (2004–2025): The First Bibliometric Analysis Article - URL: https://alisanburak.com/en/turkiyede-emdr-arastirmalarinin-gelisimi-2004-2025-ilk-bibliyometrik-analiz-makalesi - Language: en - Last updated: 2026-08-15 - Page title: The Development of EMDR Research in Türkiye (2004–2025): The First Bibliometric Analysis Article | Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alişan Burak Yaşar > The Development of EMDR Research from Türkiye (2004–2025): The First Bibliometric Analysis A comprehensive assessment of scientific studies conducted in Tü This page was translated automatically from Turkish. 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The study analyzed 79 scientific publications indexed in the Web of Science Core Collection database, encompassing 184 researchers, 38 academic sources, and approximately 20 years of scientific output. The findings show that EMDR research in Türkiye has grown steadily over the past two decades, with an average annual growth rate of 7.97%. > **What Is Bibliometric Analysis?** > Bibliometric analysis is a scientific evaluation method that uses quantitative methods to examine publications, researchers, institutions, and research trends within a particular scientific field. This approach aims to identify a field's development over time and its leading researchers using objective data. ## Research Methodology In this study, bibliographic data obtained from the Web of Science database were examined using science mapping techniques. **R Studio (Biblioshiny interface)** and **VOSviewer** software were used for data analysis and visualization. This method was used to map annual publication growth rates, researcher productivity, institutional collaborations, and keyword co-occurrence in the literature. ## The Most Productive Researchers in EMDR Research in Türkiye According to the bibliometric analysis, the most productive researchers (those contributing to the most documents) in EMDR publications from Türkiye indexed in Web of Science during 2004–2025 were ranked as follows: | Rank | Researcher | Number of Publications (WoS) | | --- | --- | --- | | **1** | Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alişan Burak Yaşar | 18 | | **2** | Emre Konuk | 11 | | **3** | Dr. Ayşe Enise Abamor | 8 | | **4** | Dr. İbrahim Gündoğmuş | 7 | | **5** | Dr. Murat Karadağ | 5 | | **6** | Dr. Fatih Onur Usta | 5 | | **7** | Prof. Dr. Önder Kavakcı | 4 | | **8** | Prof. Dr. Ümran Korkmazlar | 4 | | **9** | Dr. S. Betül İnci İzmir | 4 | *[Source: Çitil Akyol, 2026 / Figure 4: The Most Relevant Authors - Compiled using Web of Science Core Collection data.]* These findings indicate that EMDR research in Türkiye is not confined to a few centers but has a multicenter structure spanning different universities and research groups. ## Leading Universities in EMDR Research in Türkiye According to the study, based on the authors' institutional affiliations, the institutions with the highest scientific output in EMDR are: - **Sivas Cumhuriyet University** (12 publications) - **Istanbul Gelişim University** (10 publications)[ - **Istanbul University** (10 publications) - **Üsküdar University** (10 publications) - **Istanbul Şehir University** (9 publications) - **Marmara University** (8 publications) - **Gaziantep University** (7 publications) - **Sakarya University** (6 publications) This picture shows that EMDR research has developed strongly not only in major cities but also at universities in Anatolia, acquiring a decentralized structure. While the metropolitan institutions Istanbul Gelişim University, Istanbul University, and Üsküdar University stand out in institutional collaborations, Sivas Cumhuriyet University ranked first nationwide with 12 publications. ## Main Themes in EMDR Research in Türkiye The keyword analyses used in the study show that the EMDR literature in Türkiye primarily focuses on the following areas: - Trauma and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Depression and Anxiety - Child and adolescent mental health - Disaster psychology and group EMDR interventions Trauma-focused field research and intervention studies increased markedly, particularly following the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquakes. In studies extending beyond the traditional boundaries of trauma research, niche themes such as comorbidity, eating disorders, and schizophrenia have also begun to find a place in the literature. ## Emerging Trends and Technological Integration in EMDR Research The bibliometric analysis highlights not only the current state of the field but also research areas that may gain prominence in the future. Emerging and increasingly studied topics in EMDR research in Türkiye include: - Digital mental health applications and online EMDR - Artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted assessment systems - Telesupervision models - EMDR interventions for schizophrenia, psychotic disorders, and eating disorders (niche areas) Among emerging methodologies, the clinical outcomes of *Flash Technique* (Flash Technique) interventions and randomized controlled trials in this area are making a substantial contribution to the visibility of the Turkish school of practice in the international literature ## The Scientific Journey of EMDR in Türkiye The findings divide the development of EMDR studies in Türkiye into three main phases 1. **2004–2015 (Clinical Expansion Phase):** A period characterized by the introduction of EMDR in Türkiye, accredited training activities, and early clinical practice based on case reports 2. **2016–2020 (Institutionalization Phase):** A period in which empirical and academic studies gained momentum through contributions from universities, research centers, and structured programs within professional associations 3. **2021–2025 (Scientific Consolidation Phase):** A period of maturation in which randomized controlled trials, group protocols, disaster interventions, and the number of publications in international indexes reached their highest levels --- ### Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) **Who has published the most scientific papers on EMDR in Türkiye?** According to the bibliometric analysis published in 2026, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alişan Burak Yaşar had the highest number of EMDR publications from Türkiye indexed in Web of Science during 2004–2025 (n=18) **Who are the pioneers in the development of EMDR in Türkiye?** The study notes that figures such as Emre Konuk, Ümran Korkmazlar, and Asena Yurtsever laid the early foundations and made significant contributions to the expansion of EMDR clinical practice and training in Türkiye **Which topics does EMDR research in Türkiye focus on most?** Trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, disaster psychology, child and adolescent mental health, and group protocols are among the most frequently studied core topics **Is EMDR research in Türkiye growing academically?** Yes. The bibliometric analysis results demonstrate that the EMDR literature in Türkiye has shown steady growth of approximately 7.97% annually --- ### Source and Links - **Makale Künyesi:** Çitil Akyol, C. (2026). *From Clinical Practice to Scientific Growth: The Development of EMDR Research in Türkiye.* Turkish Journal of Traumatic Stress, 2(1), 17–28 - **DOI Bağlantısı:** [https://doi.org/10.63175/tjts.45](https://doi.org/10.63175/tjts.45) - **Orijinal Dergi Sayfası ve Tam Metin PDF:** [Turkish Journal of Traumatic Stress - Article View](https://traumaj.com/index.php/pub/article/view/45/52) [← Previous A lucky hour or a lousy hour? 🧠](https://alisanburak.com/en/esref-saati-mi-essek-saati-mi-%F0%9F%A7%A0)[Next → Lacanian Structural Diagnosis](https://alisanburak.com/en/lacanyen-yapisal-tani) --- Kaynak / Source: https://alisanburak.com/en/turkiyede-emdr-arastirmalarinin-gelisimi-2004-2025-ilk-bibliyometrik-analiz-makalesi İletişim / Contact: Bağdat Caddesi, Veli Güneysu Apt. No:453 K:4 D:9, Suadiye / Kadıköy, İstanbul · +90 532 642 95 25 · info@alisanburak.com · https://alisanburak.com/bagdat-caddesi-psikoterapi-iletisim