Mental Health Counselors

Dr. Papasavva Eui is a Mental Health Counselor - Psychotherapist and Communication Specialist, maintaining a private practice in Agia Paraskevi. She has completed studies in Communication and Mass Media at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, as well as Therapeutic Counseling at ICPS, and has attained postgraduate education in Visual Communication at the University of Derby. She has completed specialized training programs in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Behavioral Psychotherapy at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, she has attended specialized training seminars at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in Medical Psychology, Gender Identities, Borderline Personality Disorder, Social Clinical Psychology of Addictions, Mental Health concerning traumatic events and the management of loss and grief, Couple and Family Counseling Therapy, Panic Disorders – theoretical framework and practical management, as well as Sleep Disorders. Furthermore, she has participated in postgraduate seminars at Panteion University in Positive Psychology, and in the Theory and Techniques of Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy at Deree. Concurrently, she has earned a Professional Diploma in Group Psychotherapy and Counseling, as well as in Relationship and Couples Counseling from the European International University.

Το Κέντρο Behavior Therapy - Σαλμά Αναστασία & Συνεργάτες εδρεύει στην Πανόρμου. Η Σαλμά Αναστασία είναι Ειδική Παιδαγωγός ιδρύτρια και επιστημονικά υπεύθυνη του κέντρου ανάπτυξης και υποστήριξης παιδιού και εφήβου Behavior Therapy στην Πανόρμου. Είναι Διδάκτωρ Ψυχολογίας του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου, με εξειδίκευση στην Ανάλυση Συμπεριφοράς για παιδιά και εφήβους. Έχει ολοκληρώσει το μεταπτυχιακό της στην Εφαρμοσμένη Γνωστική και Αναπτυξιακή Ψυχολογία στο Πάντειο Πανεπιστήμιο και κατέχει μεταπτυχιακό στην Ειδική Αγωγή και Εκπαίδευση (ΜΑ SEN) από το University of East London, με ειδίκευση στη Διαταραχή Ελλειμματικής Προσοχής/Υπερκινητικότητα (ΔΕΠΥ) και στη Δυσλεξία σε παιδιά και εφήβους. Επιπλέον, σπούδασε Παιδαγωγικά στο Εθνικό και Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών και μετεκπαιδεύεται στη Θεραπεία Συμπεριφοράς για αγχώδεις διαταραχές, ιδεοψυχαναγκαστική διαταραχή και μετατραυματική διαταραχή στο Ερευνητικό Πανεπιστημιακό Ινστιτούτο Ψυχικής Υγείας (ΕΠΙΨΥ), με κλινική πρακτική στο Ειδικό Ιατρείο Θεραπειών Συμπεριφοράς του Αιγινητείου. Έχει εργαστεί για πολλά χρόνια σε δημόσιους και ιδιωτικούς φορείς που παρέχουν εξατομικευμένες θεραπείες σε παιδιά και εφήβους νευροτυπικής και άτυπης ανάπτυξης, καθώς και στις οικογένειές τους. Διαθέτει πολυετή εμπειρία στη θεραπεία ψυχολογικών και αναπτυξιακών διαταραχών σε παιδιά και εφήβους, όπως αγχώδεις διαταραχές, ΔΕΠΥ, αυτισμό, ιδεοψυχαναγκαστική διαταραχή (ΙΨΔ), φοβίες, επιθετικότητα, και προβλήματα συμπεριφοράς. Το 2016, τιμήθηκε με το B.F. Skinner Foundation Research Award από την European Association for Behaviour Analysis για την καινοφανή πρόταση της διδακτορικής της διατριβής. Τα ερευνητικά της ενδιαφέροντα επικεντρώνονται στη μεταβλητότητα της συμπεριφοράς και τα στερεοτυπικά μοτίβα που εκδηλώνουν παιδιά και έφηβοι με ΔΑΦ, ΙΨΔ, κατάθλιψη, κ.α. Διδάσκει από το 2019 στο πρόγραμμα του ΚΕΔΙΒΙΜ του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου με θέμα “Ανάλυση Συμπεριφοράς”. Τέλος, έχει συμμετάσχει σε πλήθος συνεδρίων και είναι ιδρυτικό μέλος και μέλος του Δ.Σ. της Ελληνικής Κοινότητας Ανάλυσης Συμπεριφοράς και μέλος της Ελληνικής Εταιρείας Έρευνας της Συμπεριφοράς και της European Association for Behaviour Analysis.

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.

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.

Eirini Printezi is a mental health counselor and psychotherapist. She holds a "Diploma in Integrative Counselling COSCA" and an ECP (European Certificate for Psychotherapy) from the European Association for Psychotherapy (EAP). She is a member of the European Association for Psychotherapy as well as the National Society for Psychotherapy of Greece (E.E.P.S.E.).

Victoria Papadimitropoulou MSc is a Mental Health Counselor - Psychotherapist specializing in psychodynamic approach and maintains a private practice in Neo Psychiko. She is a member of the American Psychological Association (APA). She holds a master’s degree (MSc) in Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy from Deree/American College of Greece, and a master’s degree (MSc) from the Business School of Strathclyde University. She has completed two years of training in the systemic approach (A.K.M.A), as well as in the psychodynamic approach, in which she specializes. Her work includes group therapy, adolescent developmental issues, internet use, body image, and identity formation. She is specialized in self-esteem issues, interpersonal relationships (work environment, personal relationships), family dysfunction, anxiety management, and depressive tendencies. She has conducted research on the impact of social media, particularly Instagram, on body image and identity formation during the emerging adulthood stage of development. Her clinical experience in psychopathology beyond private psychotherapy practice comes from individual Counseling Psychology sessions in the public framework of the Municipal Health Clinics of the Municipality of Athens, group psychotherapy practice at the 18Anō Addiction Unit of Attica Psychiatric Hospital, as well as individual psychoanalytic-type psychotherapy at the Institute of Mental Health for Children and Adults (IPSIPE). She regularly attends selected certified seminars and training as part of ongoing professional development. She provides sessions in both Greek and English.

Elena Papathanasopoulou MSW, Dip Psych (Hons) is a Psychotherapist - Mental Health Counselor with a private practice in Cholargos. She studied Psychology in the Department of Philosophy, Pedagogy, and Psychology at the University of Ioannina and subsequently at the Open University in the UK (Diploma in Psychology). Additionally, she completed postgraduate studies in the USA at the Smith College School for Social Work (Massachusetts) with a Fulbright scholarship. Upon returning to Greece, she continued her training at the Hellenic Psychoanalytic Society. She has worked as a therapist in psychotherapeutic centers in the USA and Athens. She possesses extensive teaching experience (in psychodynamic counseling seminars for mental health professionals and at the Technological Educational Institute of Patras). She has also worked in parent training schools and on various research projects. She has numerous presentations at conferences and educational and continuing education programs abroad and in Greece, as well as publications in scientific journals in Greece. She is a member of the British Psychological Society, the Hellenic Association of Social Workers, and the Hellenic Psychoanalytic Society. In her private practice, she treats a wide range of conditions such as anxiety disorders, depression, self-awareness, generalized anxiety disorder, interpersonal difficulties, mood disorders, using psychodynamic psychotherapy and counseling as her primary therapeutic modalities.

Eleutheria Fourtouni is a Mental Health Counselor and Sociologist with a rich academic background and specialized training in individual support. She holds a degree in Sociology from Panteion University and possesses the EPPAIK diploma (Educational Competence) from ASPAITE.

Her specialization as a Mental Health Counselor was completed through the three-year program at KETHESY, which included intensive supervised practical training and personal therapy. Her approach is based on the model of Recombinant Elective Counseling, a method that strategically combines different types of psychotherapy with a central focus on the psychodynamic approach.

Guided by holistic support,

she has further specialized in key areas such as: Career Counseling, Special Education, the Autism Spectrum and Learning Disabilities, Parent Counseling, Child Drawing Analysis, and Music Therapy.

Sociology plays an important role in her work as it takes into account both the individual's environment and its influence on them, as well as the reciprocal impact.

Combining scientific knowledge with empathy, she works with the aim of empowerment, support, and personal development of her clients, tailoring her tools to the unique needs of each individual.

Sarikoudis Apostolos is a Mental Health Counselor - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. He has completed studies as a Mental Health Counselor with full qualification and certification of a three-year training program at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling, as well as his three-year training at the same center as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychotherapist. Concurrently, he is pursuing additional training in new therapeutic approaches. He has been professionally involved in psychological support and parental counseling for the municipality of Oraiokastro, Thessaloniki. During his internship, he served as a coordinator in groups for individuals with addictions at the rehabilitation center "Change of Life" and as a research observer in a personal development and self-awareness group at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling. He is a registered full member of the Hellenic Counseling Society (HCS) and a recognized registered member of the European Association for Counseling (EAC). In his private practice, he handles a wide range of cases and notably offers the option for online sessions.

Athineli Stauroula is a mental health counselor and psychotherapist specialized in the Person-Centered approach. She is a graduate of the Department of Philosophy, Pedagogy, and Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has obtained the European Certificate of Psychotherapy (ECP) from the European Association for Psychotherapy (EAP), having completed a four-year training program in person-centered psychotherapy at the ICPS College of Human Sciences. Her work focuses on acceptance, empathy, and authentic dialogue. Her goal is to provide a safe environment for deeper self-awareness and personal development. Additionally, she has volunteered at a residential care facility of the non-profit urban organization IASIS, where she actively participated in the creative engagement of the residents. In the context of continuous professional development, she has attended numerous training seminars, as she is committed to staying informed about advancements in the field.

Mantouka Ioanna is a Systemic - Family Therapist with additional training in couples therapy and maintains a private practice in Kolonaki. She has 18 years of experience in the mental health field, working in both public and private institutions. She is a certified member of the European Family Therapy Association (EFTA), with studies and seminars completed in Greece and abroad.

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.

Potsis Georgios is a Psychotherapist (trainee) - Mental Health Counselor and maintains a private practice in Galatsi. He has completed the Professional Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling from ICPS College (Pearson Edexcel). Subsequently, he specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the European Institute of Counselling and Psychotherapy (EICP) and is continuing with a comprehensive 4-year training program at the Institute of Synthetic - Systemic Therapy of Thessaloniki, where he specializes in Synthetic - Systemic Psychotherapy. He has also completed a one-year study program in School Psychology. He actively participates in seminars and workshops focused on mental health. He has worked in private counseling and specialized therapy centers, as well as volunteering at NGOs that provide psychosocial support to adolescents and adults. Currently, he offers individual sessions online, providing flexibility and convenience, thereby facilitating access for individuals from all over Greece and abroad.

Pantelis Vranas is a Mental Health Counselor with a integrative approach, holder of a diploma in integrative counselling from COSCA (Counselling & Psychotherapy in Scotland), and maintains a private practice in Ano Patisia. He provides individual and group support using a comprehensive therapeutic method that integrates various approaches, emphasizing counseling for individuals facing difficulties, as well as supporting couples wishing to strengthen their relationship or resolve conflicts. He focuses particularly on counseling individuals from the LGBTQ+ community and addressing issues of loneliness and interpersonal relationships. He is a graduate of the Athens Synthesis Center and has attended educational programs at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) on "Psychology of Religion" and "Interpersonal Relationships: The Phenomenon of Loneliness in the Modern Era," as well as workshops on LGBTQ+ counseling (Psychopedia). He is a regular member of the Hellenic Society of Integrative Counseling and Psychotherapy (EESTP).

Katsikia Iliana is a Mental Health Counselor, HND Psychology (University of Derby) - Psychotherapist specializing in Psychodynamic - Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, maintaining a private practice in Aigaleo. She graduated from the Mediterranean College (Higher National Diploma in Psychology) and has completed a three-year training program in Psychodynamic/Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy for adults and children at DI.K.E.PSY (Interdisciplinary & Research Psychosocial Support for Children and Adults). Additionally, she has been trained in Cognitive Approach Techniques for the Management of Panic Attacks, Anxiety Disorders, and Anxiety Crises. Furthermore, she completed her training in Grief and Loss Counseling, providing counseling to adults as well as training groups on managing and understanding loss and self-care. Over the past ten years, she has volunteered at the Association for Abused Women and Minors "ELPIDA," offering empathetic counseling support to abused women. Finally, she has attended numerous educational seminars and is currently training in Gestalt Group Therapy.

Tzouliadaki Terpsixori is a Systemic Psychotherapist & Mental Health Counselor, maintaining a private practice in Heraklion, Crete. She has three years of training in Mental Health Counseling (COSCA - Counselling & Psychotherapy in Scotland, Napier University) and four years of training in Systemic Psychotherapy at the Systemic Thinking and Training Laboratory. She is a member of the European Family Therapy Association. She has performed voluntary work at the “Euzo with Cancer” association, providing family and individual psychotherapy to cancer patients and their families (2016-2018), and completed an internship at the Association of Women’s Organizations of Heraklion - an organization for the protection of women's and children's rights (2015). Finally, she actively participates in conferences in Greece and abroad.