Mental Health Counselors

Η Πήλιου Χρύσα (Harmonylife) είναι Σύμβουλος Ψυχικής Υγείας, Κλινική Υπνοθεραπεύτρια, Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και συγγραφέας του βιβλίου αυτοβελτίωσης "Βάλε χρώμα στις πληγές σου" με εξειδίκευση στη Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία και Συμβουλευτική, καθώς και στην Κλινική Ύπνωση, το Breathwork και το Mindfulness. Είναι τακτικό μέλος της Ελληνικής Εταιρείας Συμβουλευτικής (Ε.Ε.Σ) και διαθέτει 15ετή εμπειρία στον τομέα του HR, σε ρόλους διαχείρισης ανθρώπινου δυναμικού στον τραπεζικό κλάδο. Παράλληλα, συγγράφει βιβλία που αξιοποιούνται θεραπευτικά σε ομάδες αυτογνωσίας και προσωπικής ανάπτυξης. Η ειδικός είναι κάτοχος Higher National Diploma – HND στη Ψυχολογία από το University of Wales. Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη Συνθετική Συμβουλευτική και Ψυχοθεραπεία (Γνωσιακή – Συμπεριφορική, Ψυχοδυναμική και Συστημική προσέγγιση) και στην Κλινική Ύπνωση στο Πειραϊκό Ινστιτούτο Συνθετικής Συμβουλευτικής και Ψυχοθεραπείας (αναγνωρισμένο από το BACP). Είναι πιστοποιημένη στο Breathwork Level 1 (GPBA Certification Training, 262 ώρες) και στο Mindfulness & Meditation Therapy & Coach (International Association of Coaches, Therapists & Mentors). Έχει επίσης εκπαιδευτεί σε ομάδες προσωπικής ανάπτυξης και εναλλακτικές θεραπείες. Η ειδικός είναι ιδιοκτήτρια του Harmonylife.gr, ενός φιλόξενου και σύγχρονου κέντρου αυτογνωσίας και ψυχικής υγείας στον Άλιμο. Εκεί, μαζί με μια ομάδα έμπειρων συνεργατών και ειδικών ψυχικής υγείας, όπως ο Ψυχολόγος Ζαχαριάς Λουκάς-Ίαν, δημιουργεί εξατομικευμένα πλάνα θεραπείας που καλύπτουν σφαιρικά τις ανάγκες κάθε ατόμου. Στο Harmonylife πραγματοποιούνται συνεδρίες για ενήλικες, εφήβους, ζευγάρια, καθώς και συμβουλευτική γονέων. Παράλληλα, προσφέρονται ομάδες προσωπικής ανάπτυξης, βιωματικά σεμινάρια αυτογνωσίας-αυτοβελτίωσης, κλινική ύπνωση και υπνοθεραπεία. Για όσους προτιμούν εναλλακτικούς τρόπους θεραπείας, το Harmonylife φιλοξενεί ομάδες χαλάρωσης και ψυχικής ενδυνάμωσης, με πρακτικές όπως διαλογισμό, sound healing, breathwork και άλλες ολιστικές προσεγγίσεις. Εφαρμόζονται επίσης διαλογισμοί Mindfulness Meditation και τεχνικές Positive Psychology Coaching σε ατομικές και ομαδικές συνεδρίες, καθώς και σεμινάρια και προγράμματα για διάφορους οργανισμούς. Η θεραπευτική προσέγγιση της βασίζεται σε ένα ολιστικό μοντέλο, που συνδυάζει τη συνθετική ψυχοθεραπεία με σύγχρονες εναλλακτικές μεθόδους. Στόχος της είναι να προσφέρει εξατομικευμένες λύσεις για κάθε άνθρωπο, αντιμετωπίζοντας πολλαπλά ζητήματα σε όλα τα επίπεδα: νου, συναίσθημα, σώμα και πνεύμα. Πιστεύει βαθιά ότι η συνεργασία και η ομαδική εργασία μπορούν να οδηγήσουν σε πιο μακροπρόθεσμα και ουσιαστικά αποτελέσματα, με την ποικιλία ειδικοτήτων να ενισχύει την ολιστική προσέγγιση και να προσφέρει στον κάθε άνθρωπο μια ολοκληρωτική εμπειρία εξέλιξης και αυτογνωσίας. Η ίδια θεωρεί τη δια βίου μάθηση υποχρέωση αλλά και χαρά, φροντίζοντας να ενημερώνεται διαρκώς για τις εξελίξεις της επιστήμης της, συμμετέχοντας σε εκπαιδεύσεις, συνέδρια και σεμινάρια. Τέλος, το Harmonylife συνεργάζεται με εταιρείες για την ψυχική ενδυνάμωση των εργαζομένων (HR), αναπτύσσοντας προγράμματα που ενισχύουν την ευεξία και την παραγωγικότητα, συμβάλλοντας έτσι σε ένα πιο ισορροπημένο και υγιές εργασιακό περιβάλλον.

Mylonakis Emmanouil is a Doctor of Psychology, Mental Health Counselor, and maintains a private practice in Rethymno. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology as well as a PhD degree with studies completed in the United Kingdom. He has been trained in Cognitive & Behavioral Psychotherapy as well as Analytical Psychotherapy at the Psychiatric Clinic of the Naval Hospital of Crete. Highlighting key milestones from his extensive career, he has served as an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at North College, within the Department of Business Administration, MBA, at Abertay Dundee University in Scotland, as well as a Visiting Professor in the Department of Psychology at Nottingham Trent University in the United Kingdom. It is noteworthy that he has worked as a Mental Health Counselor at the Psychiatric Clinic of the Naval Hospital of Crete and has also been a Research Associate in the Department of Preventive Medicine at the Medical School of the University of Crete. He handles a wide range of cases guided by his recognized excellent scientific knowledge and supported by his indisputable professionalism, responding with a human-centered approach to the needs of each individual patient.

Koanta Stauroula is a Mental Health Counselor and Psychotherapist with a private practice in Athens. She is a member of the Hellenic Counseling Society and specializes in Drama Therapy and art-based psychotherapeutic approaches. She studied Set and Costume Design at the Lycurgus Stavrakos School of Cinema and Television and pursued postgraduate specialization in Cinematherapy at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has received training in Group Analysis, Psychotherapy, and Psychodrama through HAGAP and has completed a study program at the Hellenic Training Center “Psychotherapy through Arts” with a focus on Drama Therapy. She also holds an international certificate in the field of Psychogenealogy and Intergenerational Psychodrama. She works with a psychodynamic – analytical (Jungian) approach, offering individual sessions, therapeutic groups, and alternative forms of expression and processing through painting, music, cinema, storytelling, and other artistic media. She specializes in supporting individuals facing grief, anxiety, psychological trauma, identity crises, or changes in everyday roles, while also accompanying those seeking deeper self-awareness and personal development.

Diapouli Anna Maria is a Mental Health Counselor - Psychotherapist and maintains her private practice in Agia Paraskevi. After completing her undergraduate studies at Panteion University, she continued her education by obtaining her master's degree from the Department of Counseling Psychology & Counseling in Special Education, Education, and Health at the University of Thessaly. She has specialized in the Existential Approach in Psychotherapy, has worked in both private and public institutions, and currently also works as a trainee trainer at the Hellenic Society of Existential Psychology - Gignesthai.

Tzovaras Aleksios is a Mental Health Counselor with a private practice in Ioannina. He is a graduate of the Department of Philosophy, Pedagogical Psychology at the University of Ioannina and holds a master's degree in Psychology from Plymouth University, United Kingdom. Additionally, he holds a diploma as a Systemic Therapist, following completion of a four-year program in the Systemic approach. He completed his practical training at KETHEA Epirus. Finally, Mr. Tzovaras is a member of both the Hellenic and the European Association for Counseling.

Dimitriou Tatiana MSc, PhD is a Neuroscientist with a private practice in Chalandri. She holds a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a postgraduate specialization diploma in Occupational Psychology with a focus on Vocational Guidance for Adolescents & Adults from Kingston University, London. She earned her PhD from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, specializing in Dementia, and has experience in the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, as well as in the cognitive strengthening of her patients. In her private practice, she provides specialized solutions tailored to her patients' needs, addressing a wide range of disorders including anxiety disorders, panic attacks, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorders, grief management, and depression. Group counseling sessions are also available on topics related to obsessive-compulsive disorders, phobias, relationship issues, family matters, and sexual orientation concerns.

Karagianni Pinelopi is a Psychotherapist - Group Analyst and maintains her private practice in Exarchia. She successfully completed the training program of the Athens Institute of Group Analysis, which includes clinical practice in a Psychotherapeutic Community, coordination of analytic groups, participation in the Child and Family Therapy department, and supervision of therapeutic activities as required by the Hellenic Association of Psychotherapy. She has attended numerous trainings, including those on life coaching, eating disorders, adolescent psychopathology, parental counseling, LGBTQ+ counseling, and career orientation. It would be a significant omission not to mention that she holds a postgraduate degree in health unit management from the Hellenic Open University. In her private practice, she addresses a wide range of cases and specializes in Psychosomatic Symptoms, Individual, and Group Psychotherapy.

Ο Κουραβάνας Κωνσταντίνος είναι Σύμβουλος ψυχικής υγείας και Συνθετικός ψυχοθεραπευτής και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στην Ηλιούπολη. Είναι κάτοχος πτυχίου Συμβουλευτικής και ψυχολογίας(HND) από το Μεσογειακό κολέγιο (Mediterranean college) πιστοποιημένος απο το BTEC με υποτροφία που διατήρησε όλα τα έτη σπουδών του.Ολοκλήρωσε την πρακτική του άσκηση στο Πειραικό Ισνστιτούτο (ΕΨΥΘΕ), εταιρία ψυχολογικής υποστήριξης , θεραπείας και εκπαίδευσης.

Ακολούθησε διετής συμμετοχή σε ομάδα εποπτείας και πρακτικής άσκησης στο κέντρο συμβουλευτικής και ψυχοθεραπείας " ΨΥΧΗΛΑΤΟΝ".Στη συνέχεια παρακολούθησε τετραετές πρόγραμμα Συνθετικής ψυχοθεραπείας μέ έμφαση στη Γνωσιακή- Συμπεριφορική, την Ψυχοδυναμική και τη συστημική -οικογενειακή ψυχοθεραπεία στο Πειραικό Ινστιτούτο (ΕΨΥΘΕ) που αποκόμισε τον τίτλο-εξειδίκευση του Συνθετικού ψυχοθεραπευτή.Είναι μέλος της (ΕΕΣ) Ελληνικής Εταιρίας Συμβουλευτικής και του Βρετανικού ψυχοθεραπευτικού συλλόγου(BACP) που απορέει απο τον τίτλο σπουδών του στη Συνθετική ψυχοθεραπεία.

Ήταν για αρκετά χρόνια ενεργό μέλος της κοινότητας "Ξεναγέτης" που έχει σκοπό την ανάπτυξη των ανθρωπίνων σχέσεων σε μια λειτουργική και ανθρώπινη προοπτική.

Έχει εργαστεί για πολλά χρόνια στο διατροφολογικό κέντρο του κλινικού διαιτολόγου -διατροφολόγου Πανόπουλο Παναγιώτη ώς Σύμβουλος Ψυχικής Υγείας σε διατροφολογικές διαταραχές και συνεργάζεται μέχρι σήμερα.

Επίσης σε ανδρολογική κλινική σε θέματα σεξουαλικών δυσλειτουργιών.

Παρακολουθεί ατομική, ομαδική ψυχοθεραπεία και εποπτεία όπως επιτάσσει ο Βρετανικός σύλλογος Συμβουλευτικής και ψυχοθεραπείας και η Ελληνική Εταιρία Συμβουλευτικής.

Στο γραφείο του ως ψυχοθεραπευτής προσφέρει ατομική ψυχοθεραπεία και Συμβουλευτική ενηλίκων σε διατροφικές διαταραχές(ψυχογενή βουλιμία, νυχτερινή υπερφαγία, παχυσαρκία), αγχώδεις διαταραχές(άγχος, κρίσεις πανικού, φοβίες, ψυχαναγκασμοί), διαταραχές της διάθεσης (κατάθλιψη), αδυναμία λήψης αποφάσεων, βελτίωση διαπροσωπικών σχέσεων, ανάπτυξη -αυτογνωσία, βελτίωση αυτοεικόνας ,διαχείρηση Πένθους και σεξουαλικές δυσλειτουργίες(στυτική δυσλειτουργία, απουσία ερωτικής διάθεσης,πρόωρη εξπερμάτωση.)

Επίσης κάνει συνεδρίες Ζεύγους και συντονίζει θεραπευτικές ομάδες.

Έχει παρακολουθήσει και παρακολουθεί πλήθως ημερίδων και σεμιναρίων που έχουν σκοπό την ανάπτυξη και σωστή επαγγελματική κατάρτιση του λειτουργήματος του.

Τέλος αρθογραφεί για διάφορα θέματα - δυσκολίες του σύγχρονου ανθρώπου στην ηλεκτρονική του σελίδα και σε άλλες και έχει υπάρξει ομιλητής σε δημόσιους και ιδιωτικούς φορείς .

Αν θα μπορούσε να χαρακτηριστεί η ψυχοθεραπευτική εργασία στους πελάτες-ψυχοθεραπευόμενους του θα την ονόμαζε ευθυνοκεντρική με Συνθετικό προσανατολισμό.

"Οι δυσκολίες ,οι κρίσεις και οι ανάγκες είναι τα εργαλεία για να επιτύχουμε μια ζωή με πληρότητα αρκεί να τις προσεγγίσουμε αναπτυξιακά και όχι καταστροφικά και αυτοκαταστροφικά.Είναι εκεί που το τραύμα στη ζωή με συνειδητή επιλογή και ανάλυψη της χαμένης ευθύνης μετουσιώνεται στο θαύμα μια όμορφης λειτουργικής και ευχαριστιακής ζωής."

(Life is not about waiting for the storms to pass

It' s about learning how to dance in the rain).

Xorianopoulou Andriani is a Mental Health Counselor - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Pangrati. She holds a degree in Sociology from Panteion University and a master's degree in Counseling and Psychotherapy from the University of East London. Additionally, she specialized in Cognitive Psychotherapy at the Kostas Stefanis Research University Institute of Mental Health, Neurosciences and Precision Medicine, in collaboration with the First Psychiatric Clinic of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has also volunteered as a psychotherapist at the Social Protection and Solidarity Organization of the Municipality of Vrilissia and at the Parental Equality for the Child Association. Furthermore, in the context of ongoing professional development, she has attended numerous training programs, workshops, and seminars and is a member of the Hellenic Association of Cognitive Psychotherapies and the European Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies.

Lizardou Nefeli is a Mental Health Counselor specializing in integrative psychotherapy. She holds master's degrees (MSc) in Psychology and in Counseling and Psychotherapy from the University of East London and is a member of the Hellenic Counseling Society. Her professional career has focused on the person-centered approach, specializing in individual psychotherapy and interpersonal relationships. For her, life is a process of an ongoing journey toward self-awareness and personal growth. The relationships we develop provide us with a wealth of experiences and shape our personality. From close family and friends to strangers we meet, all contribute to the cultivation of our bonds. In this process, we discover the core of our humanity as we exchange empathy and understanding with others. Life is not confined to a static state but is a continuous evolution and adventure. As we face inevitable changes and challenges, we learn, discover, and empower ourselves. Through psychotherapy, we uncover the power of connection and develop closer and enriched relationships. This experience leads us to personal fulfillment and the discovery of the meaning of our lives. I am here with you on this journey of self-awareness and personal growth, offering you the support you need to find inner balance and well-being.

Doksastaki Anna is a Psychotherapist specializing in Psychoanalytic Art Therapy and runs the private practice "Art Can Talk Dramatherapy and Wellness Centre" in Heraklion, Crete. She completed postgraduate studies in Applied Theatre "Applied Drama: Theatre in Education, Community and Society" at the University of London, as well as in Psychoanalytic Dramatherapy at Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge. Her training is based on a psychodynamic approach, and consequently, her clinical practice is rooted in psychoanalytic theory. During her stay in the United Kingdom until 2015, she worked in numerous organizations, theatres, counseling centers, and schools as a Theatre Facilitator, Dramatherapist, and Director. The main focus of her studies, academic research, and professional experience is depression and anxiety disorders in children and adults. Additionally, she has conducted research on the beneficial effects of art and play in health crisis situations and has led workshops in Greece and the UK on managing anxiety and grief through creative activities.

Mitsopoulou Maria is a Mental Health Counselor who conducts individual sessions. After completing her studies in the Department of Communication and Mass Media at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, she continued her education at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling (Kallithea), obtaining a diploma in Mental Health Counseling following three years of training and practical experience, including case management and observation of self-awareness groups and individual sessions. Simultaneously, she complements her academic knowledge and skills by studying for a BSc (Hons) in Psychology at the Metropolitan College of Athens in collaboration with Oxford Brookes University (UK). Additionally, the specialist continually enhances her expertise by attending seminars and specialized training programs in various fields of mental health. Finally, she offers online sessions, with in-person counseling services expected to be available soon.

Priniotaki Katerina is a Mental Health Counselor with a private practice in Pangrati. She has experience in individual psychotherapy and counseling. She studied Psychology at the American College (Deree) and holds a Master's degree (MA) in Counseling and Psychotherapy from the University of East London, with extensive hands-on experience in psychoanalytic therapy and supervision. Additionally, she has worked at the Elderly Care Unit of the Moschato Social Welfare Center. She has expertise in cases of anxiety disorders, panic attacks, eating disorders, depression, relationship counseling, bereavement, and more.

Ioanna Psomiadi MSc is a Mental Health Consultant - Psychotherapist with private practices in Voula and Acharnes. She holds a degree in Psychology from the American College of Athens and possesses a Certification of Specialization in Cognitive Behavioral Theory & Clinical Practice from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA). Continuing her studies, she obtained a Master's degree in Human Resource Management for large enterprises (HR) from Bolton University and completed the Group Psychotherapy program at the Athens Center for the Study of Human Behavior (AKMA), as well as the one-year One-Way Mirror Seminar: Effects of mirrors on individual human behavior program. Subsequently, through a series of seminars and clinical training, she has worked in group psychotherapy programs at various psychological support centers in Athens, where she has developed extensive experience in emotional disorders, interpersonal relationships, mood disorders, separations, management of low self-esteem, and generally psychological monitoring and support of adolescents and adults. Since 2022, she has collaborated and contributed articles as a Scientific Associate on Mental Health topics for health and wellness blogs and magazines (Vita.gr, Shape.gr, etc.). In February 2025, she was awarded by the HEALTH EAGLES for patient preference and trust as a psychotherapist. Finally, she undertakes individual therapies providing flexible sessions outside regular office hours, conducting daily appointments by telephone and via Skype for urgent issues, for individuals residing abroad, and for those with difficult and inflexible work schedules and daily obligations.

Mpita Eirini is a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist – Mental Health Counselor and a graduate of Sociology from Panteion University, with private practices in Athens and Norway. She has been trained in Couples Therapy & Parenting Counseling and has further specialized in Child Psychology and Infant and Preschool Child Psychology (NKUA). Additionally, she regularly attends annual seminars and lectures. Her internship at the Greek Forum of Migrants and her voluntary work with the Norwegian Red Cross have enhanced her sensitivity to issues of cultural integration, identity, and mental health support for vulnerable populations. Having lived and worked in multicultural environments, she approaches therapy with openness, understanding, and respect for the uniqueness of each individual. She works with adults and couples facing difficulties such as anxiety, depression, panic attacks, relationship challenges, or life transitional phases. For Mpita Eirini, therapy is a profound dialogue where symptoms serve as starting points for understanding and processing what has not yet been expressed. She creates a safe space where each person can freely express themselves and meaningfully connect with their inner self.

Falari Marianna BSc is a Mental Health Counselor and conducts sessions online. She graduated from the University of Greater Manchester (Bolton University, UK), where she completed her studies in Psychology (BSc). She is a Mental Health Counselor trained in the Integrative Model at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling of Ioannis Dovelos. Currently, she specializes in Existential Psychotherapy of Becoming, approaching the individual through an existential perspective that respects the uniqueness and journey of each person towards meaning and authenticity. Additionally, the specialist has attended numerous seminars in various fields of counseling and psychotherapy, covering topics such as human relationships, anxiety management, grief, depression, and other critical mental health issues. Since 2022, she has maintained her private practice, working with adults in individual sessions, offering a safe space for expression, understanding, and psychological empowerment. She is an active member of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and is committed to continuous education and providing quality services with respect, empathy, and professionalism. Her work is supported by ongoing supervision, ensuring the quality and ethical adequacy of the therapeutic process.

Kontogiannis Lampros is an Integrative Psychotherapist - Clinical Hypnotherapist and maintains a private practice in Sepolia, near the Attiki metro station. In 1997, he moved to the United Kingdom, where he attended specialized seminars in the Department of Clinical Psychology on "Eating Disorders," with a project titled “Anorexia Nervosa” at the private British College. Concurrently, he participated in a postgraduate program specializing in Counseling and Integrative Psychotherapy, earning an MSc in "Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy" from the University of Derby. He has since completed his specialization in systemic family therapy and couples therapy. He was distinguished among 250 scholars at the University of Derby, being one of only four Greeks to graduate as integrative psychotherapists. He excelled in his thesis on the personality traits and eating habits, examining how an individual’s personality influences both their nutritional and physical condition, and the role of gender as a factor. Integrative psychotherapy involves the synthesis of three different methods and approaches applied conjointly to each patient: cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, and the psychodynamic approach (attachment theory). Finally, he has also undergone further training at the Piraeus Institute of Integrative Counseling and Psychotherapy (EPSYTHE - Society for Psychological Support and Therapy) in clinical hypnosis, earning a specialty as a clinical hypnotherapist. He is among the founding members of the Greek Clinical Hypnotherapists Association and the International Hypnosis Association.