Psychologist with experience in Adult counseling

Ο Πάλμος Τριστάνος (Τρίσταν) (ΒΑ, ΜSc) είναι Ψυχολόγος - Σύμβουλος ψυχικής υγείας Προσωποκεντρικής Προσέγγισης  και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στην Νέα Σμύρνη. Είναι κάτοχος προπτυχιακού (BΑ) στην Ψυχολογία από το Open University της Αγγλίας και μεταπτυχιακού τίτλου (MSc) στην Προσωποκεντρική Ψυχοθεραπεία από το University of Lancashire. Συνεργάζεται με προσωποκεντρική επόπτρια καθόλη την ενεργή επαγγελματική του πορεία. Με βάση την προσωποκεντρική προσέγγιση, το κάθε ένα άτομο από εμάς διαθέτει μέσα του το δυναμικό και την τάση για ανάπτυξη, θεραπεία και αυτοπραγμάτωση. Κατά συνέπεια, ως προσωποκεντρικός θεραπευτής αποποιείται τον παραδοσιακό ρόλο της αυθεντίας ή του δογματικού εμπειρογνώμονα που παρέχει κατευθυντήριες γραμμές και έτοιμες λύσεις. Αντίθετα, λειτουργεί ως ισότιμος αρωγός στη θεραπευτική διαδικασία, με κύριο μέλημα τη διαμόρφωση ενός ασφαλούς και υποστηρικτικού περιβάλλοντος, το οποίο διευκολύνει τον/την/το θεραπευόμενο να ανασύρει τις δικές του εσωτερικές απαντήσεις. Μέσω διαφόρων σεμιναρίων, οι εξειδικεύσεις του ειδικού βρίσκονται απάνω σε ζητήματα ταυτότητας φύλου και σεξουαλικού προσανατολισμού, και σε έμφυλα ζήτηματα ακολουθώντας φεμινιστικές προσεγγίσεις και θεωρίες. Έχει εργαστεί ως ψυχολόγος/συντονιστής με ομάδες ενδυνάμωσεις ΛΟΑΤΚΙ ατόμων σε συνεργασία με Μη Κυβερνητικές Οργανώσεις (StrongMe, QueerSpace). Επιπλέον, κατέχει επαγγελματική εμπειρία γύρω από ζητήματα όπως το άγχος, τη κατάθλιψη, την ΙΨΔ, το πένθος, την έμφυλη βία, τη χρήση ουσιών, τον εκφοβισμό, το τραύμα κ.α.

Eleni Karafylli is a Clinical Psychologist (MSc), licensed to practice, and maintains a private practice in Athens. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), with postgraduate studies in Clinical and Psychoanalytic Psychopathology at Rennes 2 University (France). She has worked in France as a hospital psychologist (Infectious Diseases Department, Hematology Department, Internal Medicine Department) and as a Clinical Psychologist - psychotherapist in public adult psychiatric facilities. Since 2024, she has been working at the Palliative Care Unit "Galilaia" while simultaneously maintaining a private practice in Athens. She undertakes cases across the full spectrum of psychopathology, applying a personalized approach to symptoms. Her practice is oriented by psychoanalytic theory, personal analysis, and psychoanalytic supervision. Her research and clinical interests focus on the clinical aspects of extremes, so-called "crisis" experiences, and the subjective impact of serious illnesses. She accepts adolescents (<16 years old) and adults, offering sessions in Greek or French, either in person or online.

Ο Λευτέρης Κογεράκης είναι αδειούχος Ψυχολόγος και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Ηράκλειο Κρήτης. Είναι απόφοιτος Ψυχολογίας του University of Nicosia και διαθέτει μεγάλη επαγγελματική εμπειρία καθώς έχει εργαστεί ως Ψυχολόγος στο Mentor Programme στην Κύπρο, στον Οίκο Αγίας Αικατερίνης, στο Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Ηρακλείου Κρήτης, στο Ψυχιατρικό Τμήμα του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου "Βενιζελείο", στο "Δικαίωμα στη Ζωή" και στην Κοινωνική Υπηρεσία του Δήμου Ανωγείων. Έχει εμπειρία σε διάφορες θεραπευτικές μεθόδους, όπως η γνωσιακή-συμπεριφορική θεραπεία και οι οικογενειακές παρεμβάσεις και προσφέρει εξατομικευμένη φροντίδα για ένα ευρύ φάσμα θεμάτων ψυχικής υγείας. Παρέχει υποστήριξη σε άτομα που αντιμετωπίζουν καταστάσεις όπως κατάθλιψη, επαγγελματική εξουθένωση, τραύματα και εθισμούς – είτε πρόκειται για εθισμό σε ουσίες, είτε σε παιχνίδια ή τεχνολογία. Στόχος του είναι να βοηθήσει τους πελάτες να αναπτύξουν ανθεκτικότητα και να βρουν ισορροπία στη ζωή τους. Αναλαμβάνει επίσης ζευγάρια και οικογένειες για να βελτιώσουν την επικοινωνία και να επιλύσουν συγκρούσεις, ενώ προσφέρει και καθοδήγηση σε παιδιά και εφήβους που αντιμετωπίζουν αναπτυξιακές και κοινωνικές προκλήσεις. Παρέχει επίσης, υποστήριξη σε LGBTQ+ άτομα, ενδυναμώνοντας τους να αντιμετωπίσουν τις προκλήσεις που συνδέονται με την ταυτότητά τους, σε ένα περιβάλλον αποδοχής και υποστήριξης. Επιπλέον προσφέρει ψυχολογική υποστήριξη σε ευάλωτες και περιθωριοποιημένες ομάδες, σε άτομα με αναπηρίες, πρόσφυγες, και εκείνους που πλήττονται από κοινωνικό αποκλεισμό με σκοπό την ευαισθητοποίηση, την καταπολέμηση του στίγματος και την προώθηση της ψυχικής υγείας για όλους. Σε έναν κόσμο που αλλάζει γρήγορα, βοηθάει άτομα να αντιμετωπίσουν τους κοινωνικούς και παγκόσμιους στρεσογόνους παράγοντες, παρέχοντας εργαλεία για τη διαχείριση του άγχους, της θλίψης, της αβεβαιότητας και των εθισμών.

Androvitsanea Anthi Psyxologos Msc - Psyxotherapeutria Gsth is a Psychologist - Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a Master's Degree in "Health Promotion and Education" from the Medical School of NKUA. She is a certified Psychotherapist in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. Additionally, she has been trained in Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). She has worked in various mental health settings, both public and private, providing psychotherapeutic and counseling support to adults and young people facing diverse psychosocial difficulties, as well as manifestations of psychopathology such as anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, psychosomatic symptoms, or other emotional difficulties that affect functionality and quality of life. The focus of her professional career is the support of vulnerable populations, such as women who have experienced gender-based and/or domestic violence, and patients with chronic illnesses.

Samari Vasiliki is a Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist, with undergraduate studies in the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and postgraduate studies (MSc) in Child and Adolescent Mental Health at the European University Cyprus. She specializes in the Systemic Approach at the training and research institute “Logos Psychis” in the SANE-System Attachment Narrative Encephalon model, an approach that enriches contemporary postmodern systemic theory with attachment theory, narrative psychology, and recent findings in neuroscience. In psychotherapy, this approach is applied in sessions with individuals, couples, families, and groups. She has also received specialization in couples therapy and marriage counseling from the European Institute of Counseling and Psychotherapy, and has attended numerous seminars and conferences as part of her continual professional development and updating on new developments in the fields of psychology, psychopathology, and neuroscience. She has collaborated with the Social Protection and Solidarity Organization of the Municipality of Vrilissia, providing counseling-based therapy to adults and adolescents. She completed her practical training at the psychiatric clinic of the 414 Military Hospital of Special Diseases. She is a regular member of the Hellenic Psychological Society (SEPS) and holds a professional psychologist license issued by the Public Health Directorate of the Athens Prefecture. In her private practice located in Melissia, she works with adults, couples, adolescents, and families.

Metta Kalliopi, MSc, is a Psychotherapist offering online sessions in both Greek and English, based between Athens and Amsterdam. She holds two Master’s degrees — in Clinical Psychology (Leiden University, the Netherlands) and Neuroscience (Carleton University, Canada). Kalliopi works exclusively online, providing psychotherapeutic support to adults in Greece and abroad. She works with individuals experiencing anxiety disorders, panic attacks, work-related stress, depression, ADHD, emotional regulation difficulties, interpersonal issues, psychosomatic symptoms, self-esteem challenges, addictions, as well as existential concerns related to meaning and identity. In her therapeutic practice, she integrates techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Psychodynamic Therapy, aiming to help clients understand and change limiting patterns of thought and behavior. She supports individuals in managing anxiety, improving relationships, and enhancing self-esteem. Kalliopi also places particular emphasis on empowering and supporting members of the LGBTQIA+ community, approaching every individual with acceptance, respect, and authenticity. She has completed over 300 hours of personal psychotherapy, deepening her understanding of the therapeutic process and human experience.

Emirza Savvina MSc is a Psychologist - Family Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Metamorfosi. She holds a degree from the Psychology Program of the Faculty of Philosophy at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and graduated with honors from the postgraduate program "Health Promotion and Education" at the Medical School of the same University. She has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Drama (CBD) as well as in Systemic - Family Psychotherapy at the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Department of the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas." Additionally, she completed further training in the annual program "Child Psychiatry - Child Psychology" at the University of the Aegean and received training in the Rorschach projective personality test and the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-III). She completed her practical training at the Special Education Workshop "MARGARITA" and at the Substance Abuse Prevention Center of the Municipality of Kifisia OKANA, "PRONOI." Since 2013, she has gained significant professional experience offering her services as a Psychologist in Psychoeducational Centers. She provides support to infertile couples and individuals undergoing in vitro fertilization. Her personal therapy and temperament support the belief that "strength comes through sharing." Finally, Ms. Emirza has attended and continues to attend numerous conferences and seminars aimed at ongoing professional development in her field of expertise and has presented numerous papers.

Ioanna Marmarou BSc, MSc, PhD is a Clinical - Counseling Psychologist who maintains a private practice in the center of Athens, in Exarchia. She holds a PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University of East London, a master's degree in Clinical & Community Psychology, and a bachelor's degree in Psychology from the same university. The therapist is a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society with professional license number 309612. The therapeutic process follows the Integrative Approach, which successfully incorporates Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic therapy, and Gestalt therapy. She holds certifications in School Psychology, Sexual Education for Children and Adolescents, and Drama Therapy. At Ioanna Marmarou's private practice, the counseling and psychotherapeutic process focuses on the uniqueness of each individual, allowing them to express every right - wrong, good - bad, normal - abnormal, realistic - imaginary, light - dark aspect of themselves and their broader life. The purpose of this therapeutic process is to serve as a journey for the client to explore their own self and their relationship with themselves, as well as the relationships and boundaries they have established within their social environment. A core principle of the therapist is the empowerment of the individual, aiming to build healthy relationships, achieve inner fulfillment, and maintain functionality in daily life.

Tympanidou Viky is a Psychologist practicing in Eastern Thessaloniki. She studied Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and subsequently completed her postgraduate studies in Developmental Psychopathology (MSc) at the Faculty of Medicine of Aristotle University. She has completed a four-year training program in Systemic and Family Counseling and Therapy, as well as additional training in systemic child therapy and systemic parent counseling. Furthermore, she has been trained in grief counseling and in counseling and support for adults, children, adolescents, and families experiencing loss or serious illness. She has extensive experience, having worked in organizations and centers providing psychosocial support, counseling, and psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, parents, and families.

Papaioannou Natassa is a Psychologist - Child Psychologist and maintains her private practice in Alimos. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the Open University of the United Kingdom and completed her postgraduate studies in developmental psychology with distinction (Master of Science in Child Psychology) at the University of Central Lancashire, England. As part of her ongoing education and training, she is being trained in the approach of Systemic Family and Couple Therapy at EPIPSY (Research University Institute of Mental Health), as well as in the theoretical foundations and practice of the modern and innovative therapeutic approach ‘Play Therapy.’ Additionally, she is a certified member of Play Therapy (PTUK - Play Therapy UK) in England. She has served as a Psychologist at the largest special education school in the Balkans (EEEAK of Agios Dimitrios) and in child protection structures in both the public and private sectors, most notably at SOS Children’s Villages, where she continues to provide her services always with the aim of the best possible service tailored to the individualized needs of each person she undertakes. Since 2020 and to the present, she has also been working at the Aiginiteio University Hospital of Athens (1st Psychiatric Clinic) as a Psychologist in research projects. The pioneering results of the research conducted so far have been published in two reputable international scientific journals. Finally, it is worth mentioning that sessions are available for both adults and children, offered in-person as well as online.

Nektarios Oikonomou is a Psychologist with private practice offices in Markopoulo and Porto Rafti. He graduated from the Department of Psychology at UCLAN University (2017-2021) and has enhanced his knowledge with specialized studies at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT, Social Clinical Psychology of Addictions, Sports Psychology, and Counseling and Therapy for Couples and Families), strengthening his ability to approach psychological issues from multiple dimensions.

Professionally, he maintains private practice offices in Markopoulo and Porto Rafti, offering psychotherapy services, addiction treatment, psychological support, and counseling.

He is also active as a sports psychologist with PAO Kalyvia (2024-present), where, combined with his status as a final-year student at the Department of Physical Education and Sport Science (TEFAA), he employs a comprehensive scientific approach that links mental empowerment with physical performance, supporting athletes in enhancing mental resilience and competitive performance.

Additionally, he has collaborated as an addiction counselor at KETHEA DIAVASI (2020-2021). In the field of addictions, he integrates his scientific training with profound experiential understanding of addiction and recovery mechanisms, which enhances empathy and the effectiveness of the therapeutic approach.

Η Βλάχου Μαρία είναι Κοινωνική Λειτουργός - Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και κατέχει άδεια ασκήσεως επαγγέλματος. Διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στην Ηλιούπολη όπου παρέχει συνεδρίες συμβουλευτικής και ψυχοθεραπείας τόσο δια ζώσης όσο και διαδικτυακά. Είναι πτυχιούχος του Τμήματος Κοινωνικής Εργασίας του Πανεπιστημίου Δυτικής Αττικής (Πρώην ΑΤΕΙ) και κάτοχος Μεταπτυχιακού Διπλώματος στη Συμβουλευτική Ψυχολογία και στη Συμβουλευτική στην Ειδική Αγωγή, την Εκπαίδευση και την Υγεία από το Πανεπιστήμιο Θεσσαλίας με ειδίκευση στην Ψυχική υγεία - Ψυχοθεραπεία και στην Εκπαίδευση - Σχολική Συμβουλευτική. Επιπλέον, έχει ολοκληρώσει κλινικό πρόγραμμα ειδίκευσης στη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία (SANE – System Attachment Narrative Encephalon) στο Ινστιτούτο Εκπαίδευσης και Έρευνας στη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία "Λόγω Ψυχής" και έχει εξειδικευτεί στη θεραπεία ζεύγους στο ίδιο Ινστιτούτο. Επαγγελματικά δραστηριοποιείται ως Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια ενώ διαθέτει σημαντική εμπειρία ως Κοινωνική Λειτουργός σε ζητήματα ενδοοικογενειακής βίας παρέχοντας ψυχοκοινωνική / ψυχοσυναισθηματική υποστήριξη και συμβουλευτική σε γυναίκες που είναι θύματα έμφυλης βίας. Η ειδικός είναι ενεργό μέλος της Ελληνικής Εταιρείας Συστημικής Θεραπείας, της Ελληνικής Εταιρείας Συμβουλευτικής και του Συνδέσμου Κοινωνικών Λειτουργών Ελλάδος. Τέλος, στόχος της είναι μέσα από ένα ασφαλές πλαίσιο και την δημιουργία θεραπευτικής σχέσης να υποστηρίξει κάθε θεραπευόμενο/η στην κατανόηση του εαυτού του, στη διαχείριση δύσκολων συναισθημάτων, στην αντιμετώπιση ψυχικών δυσκολιών, στην αλλαγή δυσλειτουργικών μοτίβων σκέψεων και συμπεριφοράς, στη βελτίωση των διαπροσωπικών σχέσεων, στην ενίσχυση της αυτοεκτίμησης, της ψυχικής ανθεκτικότητας και στην προσωπική ανάπτυξη του.

Diakatou Eleni is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Kypseli. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete, specializing in Systemic Psychotherapy. She is in the fifth year of her training at the Systemic Center for Education and Psychotherapy (SKEPSYS), where she actively participates in theoretical and experiential training, group supervision, and practical internship. She has clinical experience in individual psychotherapy and counseling of adults, adolescents, couples, and parents, which she has gained through her private practice in Kypseli, as well as through collaborations with other mental health professionals and social services. She has worked in settings such as the Municipality of Galatsi and the Day Center "Vavel," where she received training in cultural sensitivity and psychosocial support. Additionally, she has pursued further education in special education and mental health, and regularly participates in conferences, workshops, and research programs. Her therapeutic approach is based on the principles of systemic theory, emphasizing the development of a relationship of trust, understanding, and active participation in the therapeutic journey.

Marina Cresta is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist, holding a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology & Psychotherapy. She completed her clinical training at Evangelismos General Hospital of Athens, Attikon University General Hospital, and the 6th Municipal Medical Center of Athens, gaining experience in supporting individuals facing mental health challenges and chronic health conditions.

She has been trained in group therapy by the Hellenic Society for Existential Psychology and actively participates in seminars and conferences across various therapeutic approaches. Her work integrates psychodynamic thinking with an existential and person-centered stance, always tailoring the therapeutic process to each individual's unique needs.

In her sessions, she emphasizes building a relationship based on trust and authentic connection, providing a safe space where individuals feel heard, understood, and accepted.

Makedou Eirini MSc is a Clinical Psychologist - Psychotherapist based in Kavala. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and a master's degree (MSc) in Clinical and Community Psychology from the University of East London. She has been trained in Cognitive Analytic Psychotherapy (CAT) at the Medical Psychotherapeutic Center of Thessaloniki and is currently attending a training seminar on "Child and Adolescent Psychopathology" at the same Center. She completed her clinical internship at the Psychiatric Outpatient Department of the 424 General Military Training Hospital of Thessaloniki, with primary responsibilities including diagnostic assessment, training, and administration of psychometric tools such as the MMPI, as well as participation in therapeutic team activities for individuals with psychosis. Her main areas of practice include anxiety disorders, depression, personality disorders, and counseling support aimed at improving individuals' quality of life. Drawing on her education and clinical experience, her primary goal is to provide high-quality care and support to individuals seeking therapy.