Health professionals for Treatment of ADHD in Athens

Oikonomou Eirini is a Psychologist with a private practice in Panormou. She studied Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and completed postgraduate studies in Health Psychology at the University of Surrey. She has specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Center for Research and Therapy of Behavior. She served as a Researcher at the University of Oxford, gaining significant research and teaching experience. Her scientific interests include chronic diseases, eating disorders, and more. In her practice, she handles cases related to interpersonal relationships, trauma recovery, self-improvement, obsessive-compulsive disorder treatment, anxiety disorders, phobias, eating disorders, addictions, and others.

Gianneli Mara is a Psychologist - certified Systemic Psychotherapist and holds a professional practice license. She studied Psychology at Panteion University and is pursuing her postgraduate studies in the Human Resources Management department at the University of Northampton, UK. She has attended seminars on stress management, eating disorders, and positive psychology. She has worked in initiatives and organizations with individuals on the autism spectrum, as well as with mental health disorders. She provides online sessions to adolescents, adults, as well as couples and families.

Despoina Papaggeli MSc is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist for adults, children, and adolescents. She completed her undergraduate studies in the Department of Psychology at Panteion University and holds a master's degree titled "Mental Health and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry" from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. 

She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling.

She has attended multiple seminars related to various fields of mental health, including Drama Therapy, Psychoeducation, Special Education, Play Therapy, and LGBTQI+ counseling.

She has been active in the mental health field privately for several years, conducting online psychotherapy sessions with adults and, in collaboration with specialized therapy centers, sessions with children, adolescents, and families. In the past, she has volunteered in providing mental health and creative activity services to individuals with disabilities, as well as to patients at the Piraeus Anti-Cancer - Oncology Hospital "Metaxa". 

Her goal, through the therapeutic process, is to help each individual acquire the necessary tools to manage emotional and behavioral difficulties they face; essentially, to become the therapist of themselves. 

Kalaitzi Myrto is a Psychologist who maintains a private practice in Nea Filothei. She graduated with honors from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, as well as from the Department of Philosophy, Education, and Psychology with a specialization in Psychology at the same university. Subsequently, she pursued postgraduate studies in "Applied Clinical Psychology" at UCLAN University in England and underwent psychodynamic training in the diagnosis and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults at DIKEPSY. She has worked as a Psychologist at KEDASY, in primary schools of the Chalandri municipality, and in a special secondary education school. Additionally, she has been employed at the Psychosocial Unit of the Samos Reception and Identification Center (KYT) of the National Public Health Organization (EODY) and at a center for therapy of children and adolescents. She possesses extensive experience with all age groups (children, adolescents, adults) and vulnerable populations. Finally, she has participated in numerous educational and scientific seminars, conferences, and workshops.

Savvidaki Dimitra is a Psychologist - Play Therapist and maintains a private practice in Ampelokipoi. She studied at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in the Department of Psychology and continued her studies in Psychoanalysis at the Academy of Clinical Studies of Athens. She provided individual and group therapies at the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica as an External Collaborator. She has participated in various educational seminars, including school psychology, facilitation groups, theatrical play, and several clinical research projects concerning mental illnesses. Since 2012, she has been working in public primary schools and special primary schools as a Mental Health Consultant. Simultaneously, she worked in special therapy centers as a Psychologist - Psychotherapist, offering individual therapies to children and adults. Following extensive training in Play Therapy at PlaytherapyGr, her passion for therapeutic play and Person-Centered Therapy emerged. She is also a certified play therapist by the World Play Therapy Organization and the Health Services Control Organization PSA, and the Founder of Paixnidoxoros. Paixnidoxoros is a space for exploration and discussion through shared play. In this space, through creative expression and play, each individual can care for themselves and evolve. The therapy of adults, children, and adolescents with the assistance of Play Therapy is a core element of Paixnidoxoros' philosophy. Paixnidoxoros embraces all ages, professional backgrounds, and social strata. Its philosophy is the empowerment of relationships for a happy and creative quality of life. It offers play therapy sessions to children and adolescents, as well as individual therapies to adults.

Venizelea Amalia is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist maintaining a private practice in Ilisia. She is a graduate of Psychology from Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences and holds a postgraduate degree in Clinical Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She also specialized in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy for Adults, Children, and Adolescents at the Institute of Research and Behavioral Therapy. She has clinical experience having worked as a Psychologist at Aeginiteio Hospital as well as at the Day Center of the Regional Development and Mental Health Company. Additionally, she worked as a Psychologist - Psychotherapist at the Vyronas - Kaisariani Community Mental Health Center, specifically in the Adult Department, in the Children and Adolescents Unit of the Peristeri Mental Health Center, and in the Adult Therapy Department of the Institute of Research and Behavioral Therapy. Finally, since 2021, she has been working as a Psychologist-Psychotherapist in the Endocrinology Unit of the University of Athens. In her office, she manages cases across the full spectrum of psychology and specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focusing on interpersonal relationships and anxiety and mood disorders.

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.

The Sygxrono Kentro Neuroanadrasis is located in Pangrati. It is a welcoming, modern Mental Health center, consisting of a team of Psychologists, Neuroscientists, Social Workers, and Biologists, who supervise the entire process of trainees, creating individualized treatment plans according to the needs of each patient. The services offered include Counseling, cognitive enhancement, Quantitative Electroencephalography, and Neurofeedback. Indicatively, it can be applied in cases of ADD/ADHD (attention deficit with or without hyperactivity), behavioral problems, specific learning disabilities, teeth grinding, chronic pain, sleep disorders, migraines, or fatigue. Additionally, it aids in the management of a range of emotional disorders such as anxiety and depression, as well as cases of epilepsy, cerebral palsy, and mild traumatic brain injuries.

Mauridi Afroditi is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Pangrati. She began her studies in Psychology in Groningen, Netherlands, and completed them in Cyprus. She has specialized in the diagnosis of children and adolescents through the systemic perspective SANE-System Attachment Narrative Encephalon and in systemic psychotherapy for adults at the Institute for Training and Research in Systemic Psychotherapy "Logos Psychis". Additionally, she has received training in various areas, including School Psychology, Psychosomatic Health, and Crisis Management. She possesses notable experience, having worked in various public and private institutions. Furthermore, she has significant research experience, participating in conferences and seminars, where she has also presented her work.

Diamantopoulou Sofia is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice at the Megaron Concert Hall. She specializes in Clinical Mental Health through postgraduate studies at the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences, and holds a Professional Practice License. Her psychotherapeutic specialization is in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) through the Society of Cognitive Behavioral Studies, and she works as a Psychologist - Psychotherapist in the Adult Therapy Department at the Institute for Behavioral Research and Therapy (I.E.TH.S.). Simultaneously, she has been trained in Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She has worked as a Psychologist in the Psychiatric Department of the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas," at the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica "DAFNI," and at the camp "Athitaki." She has been a regular member of the Hellenic Psychologists Association (SEPS) since 2020.

Apostolopoulou Pinelopi is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains her private practice in Gkyzi. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Derby in England and an MSc (Hons) in Child Psychology from the University of Central Lancaster. She trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Children, Adolescents, and Adults at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling, and has attended numerous continuing education seminars related to her scientific field. She works in Speech Therapy centers, provides parallel support, and in her private practice, she manages a wide range of cases covering the entire spectrum of her specialty, always focusing on the optimal service of the individualized needs of each person she undertakes.

Papadopoulou Georgia (Tzia) is a Psychologist - Integrative Psychotherapist, graduate of the Department of Psychology at the University of East London and holder of a master's degree in Counseling & Psychotherapy. She applies the integrative psychotherapy model, tailoring the approach to the unique needs of each individual client. She combines techniques from cognitive, psychodynamic, and person-centered approaches with the aim of improving emotional well-being, personal development, and self-understanding. She provides individual sessions for adults and young people over 18 years old who wish to address issues such as anxiety, stress, emotional difficulties, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, losses, or identity crises.

She does not undertake a diagnostic role but focuses on psychological support and counseling, offering a safe, confidential, and warm environment for the client. She deeply believes in the power of acceptance, authenticity, and internal change. Her goal is to provide high-quality and scientifically supported psychological care, with humanity, empathy, and respect for each person's needs.

“I am not here to tell the client what to do. I am here to explore together what is happening within and around them, and to find, step by step, the path that fits their unique personality.”

Polyxronaki Panagiota is a clinical psychologist - psychotherapist providing online sessions.

She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete and a master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Leiden University, Netherlands. She has been trained in the Cognitive Behavioral Approach by the Society of Cognitive Behavioral Studies.

She is certified in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, has completed the one-year postgraduate program in Clinical Psychopathology at the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and the Research University Mental Health Institute (EPISY), as well as holding a diploma in Coaching from UGROW and the Positive Psychology Society.

In parallel, she has attended numerous specialized trainings and continually pursues her professional development through supervision and ongoing education.

Regarding her professional training, she completed her internship as part of her postgraduate studies at the Psychiatric Clinic of the University Hospital of Heraklion and at the Alzheimer Day Center "Nefeli". Additionally, she completed an internship at the Student Counseling Center of NKUA, providing therapeutic support to students.

She works privately, providing sessions to adults and adolescents.

The Center for Study and Special Therapies "Smart Development" is comprised of a specialized team of professionals providing psychological support for parents and children, as well as speech therapy, occupational therapy, and special education services. Smart Development has over 15 years of experience in private education and therapeutic services. The team's passion for children serves as both the foundation and driving force for continuously delivering their services to the utmost of their capabilities. They remain consistently vigilant and update their teaching methods, as well as the implementation of the center’s therapeutic programs, adhering to the most modern and validated standards.

Elena Georgakopoulou is a Counseling Psychologist - Psychotherapist for children, adolescents, and adults. She holds a professional license to practice in England (HCPC Register PYL 15025) since 2006, and a professional license in Greece since 2008. She is also a regular member of the Hellenic Psychological Society and has worked as a Psychologist in the National Health Service of the United Kingdom (NHS), providing therapy to adults and children with severe clinical symptomatology. She has worked with adults and children and utilizes an eclectic and integrative model combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), systemic, and person-centered approaches. Her work often involves collaboration with parents, as well as coordination with other agencies such as educational settings, while in Greece she works remotely. She is interested in and can assist in areas such as autism and autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, anxiety and depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), low self-esteem and self-confidence, loss of meaning and direction in life, relational and attachment difficulties, and parental counseling. Sessions are also provided in English.

The Kentro Psyxopaidagogikis Ypostiriksis Psyxagogein is a modern, fully equipped, and specially designed center to meet the needs of children, adolescents, and adults. The Director of the Center is Kentro Psyxopaidagogikis Ypostiriksis Psyxagogein, Psychologist - Child Psychologist - Special Systemic Therapist for Couples and Families. She holds a degree in Psychology from the Faculty of Philosophy of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. The Center's goal is to provide specialized support to children and their families by offering comprehensive services in the field of diagnosis, assessment, therapy, and rehabilitation of developmental and learning difficulties in children and adolescents. Finally, it covers a wide range of therapeutic programs for adults.

Η Κονταξοπούλου Διονυσία, MSc, PhD, είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια - Νευροψυχολόγος και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στους Αμπελόκηπους. Ολοκλήρωσε τις προπτυχιακές της σπουδές στο τμήμα Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού & Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών (ΕΚΠΑ). Στην συνέχεια, αποφοίτησε με Άριστα από το τριετές μεταπτυχιακό πρόγραμμα στην «Κλινική Νευροψυχολογία» που πραγματοποιήθηκε από την Ιατρική Σχολή του ΕΚΠΑ σε συνεργασία με το University of Texas, Health Science Center και εκπόνησε τη διδακτορική της διατριβή στην Β΄ Νευρολογική Κλινική του Αττικού Νοσοκομείου, Ιατρική Σχολή ΕΚΠΑ, την οποία και ολοκλήρωσε με Άριστα. Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στην Γνωσιακή -Συμπεριφοριστική Θεραπεία στο Ινστιτούτο Έρευνας και Θεραπείας της Συμπεριφοράς. Έχει εργαστεί ως κύρια ερευνήτρια σε ερευνητικά προγράμματα και φαρμακευτικές μελέτες ενώ παράλληλα έχει πραγματοποιήσει πολυάριθμες δημοσιεύσεις σε διεθνή και ελληνικά επιστημονικά περιοδικά και παρουσιάσεις σε διεθνή και ελληνικά επιστημονικά συνέδρια. Έχει εργαστεί ως Επιστημονικός Συνεργάτης στην Β΄ Νευρολογική Κλινική του του Π.Γ.Ν. “Αττικόν” ενώ στην παρούσα φάση εργάζεται ως Επιστημονικός Συνεργάτης στην A΄ Νευρολογική Κλινική στο Αιγινήτειο Νοσοκομείο, ΕΚΠΑ. Τα τελευταία έτη διδάσκει μαθήματα Ψυχολογίας και Νευροψυχολογίας στο Πανεπιστήμιο Δυτικής Αττικής, Tμήμα Αγωγής και Φροντίδας στην Πρώιμη Παιδική Ηλικία ενώ έχει διδάξει στο Ανοικτό Πανεπιστήμιο, στο Εθνικό και Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών και στο Μητροπολιτικό Κολλέγιο – University of East London. Τέλος, είναι μέλος της Επιτροπής Δεοντολογίας στο Ινστιτούτο Έρευνας και Θεραπείας της Συμπεριφοράς.

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Η Εύα Σμαραγδάκη είναι Νευροψυχολόγος (MSc), γνωσιακή συμπεριφοριστική ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και υποψήφια διδάκτωρ της Ιατρικής Σχολής Αθηνών, στην Α' Νευρολογική Κλινική, στο Αιγινήτειο Πανεπιστημιακό Νοσοκομείο. Αποφοίτησε με Άριστα από το τμήμα Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών. Στην συνέχεια, παρακολούθησε το ετήσιο σεμινάριο για την άνοια της Ελληνικής Γεροντολογικής και Ψυχογηριατρικής Εταιρίας. Έπειτα, παρακολούθησε και αποφοίτησε πρώτη σε κατάταξη από το πρόγραμμα μεταπτυχιακών σπουδών της Ιατρικής Σχολής του ΕΚΠΑ «Κλινική Νευροψυχολογία - Νοητικές Νευροεπιστήμες» σε συνεργασία με το πανεπιστήμιο McGill του Καναδά. Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στην Γνωσιακή -Συμπεριφοριστική Θεραπεία στο Ινστιτούτο Έρευνας και Θεραπείας της Συμπεριφοράς. Έχει εργαστεί ως κύρια ερευνήτρια σε ερευνητικά προγράμματα, ενώ παράλληλα έχει πραγματοποιήσει παρουσιάσεις σε διεθνή και ελληνικά επιστημονικά συνέδρια. Έχει εργαστεί ως Επιστημονικός Συνεργάτης στην Β΄ Νευρολογική Κλινική του του Π.Γ.Ν. “Αττικόν” ενώ στην παρούσα φάση εργάζεται ως Επιστημονικός Συνεργάτης στην A΄ Νευρολογική Κλινική στο Αιγινήτειο Νοσοκομείο, ΕΚΠΑ, όπου εκπονεί τη διδακτορική της διατριβή. Τα τελευταία έτη έχει διδάξει μαθήματα Ψυχολογίας και Νευροψυχολογίας σε μεταπτυχιακό επίπεδο στο Εθνικό και Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών και στο IST college.  

Η Άνκα Δαβίλα, MSc, είναι ψυχολόγος, ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και νευροψυχολόγος και εργάζεται σε ιδιωτικό γραφείο στους Αμπελόκηπους. Αποφοίτησε από το Τμήμα Ψυχολογίας στο Πανεπιστήμιο του Kent στην Αγγλία, όπου συνέχισε τις σπουδές της και ολοκλήρωσε το μεταπτυχιακό πρόγραμμα «Γνωστική Ψυχολογία και Νευροψυχολογία». 'Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφοριστική Θεραπεία στο Ινστιτούτο Έρευνας και Θεραπείας της Συμπεριφοράς. Έχει εργαστεί ως νευροψυχολόγος στην Εταιρεία Alzheimer Αθηνών, στο Κέντρο Ημέρας για Άτομα με Άνοια στο Ίλιον και στο Κέντρο Ημερήσιας Φροντίδας Ηλικιωμένων (ΚΗΦΗ) του Δήμου Σπάτων, ενώ παράλληλα έχει συνεργαστεί ως ψυχολόγος με το κέντρο ειδικών θεραπειών για παιδιά «Focus Lab» στον Πειραιά. Τέλος, έχει συμμετάσχει ως ερευνήτρια σε ευρωπαϊκά προγράμματα (Erasmus+) που αφορούν την υποστήριξη και τη φροντίδα ατόμων με άνοια και των φροντιστών τους, σε συνεργασία με την Εταιρεία Alzheimer Αθηνών.

H Καλλιόπη Βούρου είναι Νευροψυχολόγος (MSc, PhDc), Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και εκπαιδευμένη στην Τραυματοθεραπεία (EMDR), με πολυετή εμπειρία τόσο σε ατομικές συνεδρίες όσο και σε ομάδες συστημικής ψυχοθεραπείας. Εργάζεται με παιδιά, εφήβους και ενήλικες, έχοντας εξειδικευθεί στη διάγνωση και αντιμετώπιση ψυχοπαθολογίας εφήβων και ενηλίκων, καθώς και στη διαχείριση μαθησιακών δυσκολιών. Έχει ολοκληρώσει ετήσια μοριοδοτούμενα σεμινάρια του ΕΚΠΑ στην Ειδική Αγωγή, στην Ψυχοπαθολογία παιδιού και εφήβου, καθώς και σε θέματα ψυχοπαθολογίας ενηλίκων και μαθησιακών διαταραχών. Είναι Υποψήφια Διδάκτωρ της Ιατρικής Σχολής Αθηνών, στην Α’ Νευρολογική Κλινική του Αιγινήτειου Πανεπιστημιακού Νοσοκομείου, όπου από το 2023 εκπονεί τη διδακτορική της διατριβή με αντικείμενο τη μουσική αντίληψη στις νευροεκφυλιστικές παθήσεις. Παράλληλα, είναι Επιστημονική Συνεργάτιδα του Αιγινήτειου Νοσοκομείου, ενώ έχει ολοκληρώσει το μεταπτυχιακό πρόγραμμα «Κλινική Νευροψυχολογία – Νοητικές Νευροεπιστήμες» της Ιατρικής Σχολής ΕΚΠΑ σε συνεργασία με το Πανεπιστήμιο McGill. Τα επαγγελματικά και θεραπευτικά της ενδιαφέροντα επικεντρώνονται στην υποστήριξη ατόμων με τραυματικές εμπειρίες, στη συστημική προσέγγιση της οικογένειας, στη βελτίωση των διαπροσωπικών σχέσεων και της συναισθηματικής ανθεκτικότητας, καθώς και στην ενίσχυση της ψυχικής υγείας παιδιών, εφήβων και ενηλίκων. Συμμετέχει ενεργά σε ελληνικά και διεθνή συνέδρια και στη συγγραφή επιστημονικών άρθρων.