Health professionals for Anxiety and Stress near Kallithea

Asmanoglou Zoi is a Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Koukaki. She completed her undergraduate studies in the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a Master's Degree in Special Education from the Department of Primary Education. She has received psychotherapeutic training in systemic psychotherapy from the Society of Systemic Therapy and Intervention with Individuals, Families, and Wider Systems. Additionally, she has participated in specialized seminars and training in systemic psychotherapy of children, school psychology, and couples therapy. Professionally, she has gained valuable experience as a Psychologist in special therapy centers, focusing on individual psychotherapy of children and adolescents and parental counseling. In her private practice, she conducts individual psychotherapeutic sessions for adults, adolescents, and children, as well as couples therapy and parental counseling.

Η Λευκοθέα Μπεσίρη είναι Κλινική Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχαναλύτρια, απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του ΕΚΠΑ και κάτοχος μεταπτυχιακού διπλώματος Κλινικής Ψυχοπαθολογίας και Ψυχανάλυσης του Πανεπιστημίου του Παρισιού.

Από το 2021 εργάζεται με ενήλικες σε κοινοτικές δομές ψυχικής υγείας. Τα τελευταία 2 χρόνια βρίσκεται στο Κέντρο Ημέρας Αριάδνη του ΚΜΟΠ.

Είναι ενεργό μέλος του Ψυχαναλυτικού Συλλόγου Freud Lacan στην Αθήνα από το 2018 έως και σήμερα.

Nada Zin - Euaggelidis Mixalis is based in Nea Smyrni. Mixalis is a graduate Physiotherapist (member of P.S.F.), an Acupuncturist with postgraduate studies (MSc) in England. He obtained a Master of Chiropractic from the Ackerman College Stockholm. He followed further training in Medical Acupuncture and Electroacupuncture in England, Auricular Acupuncture with the Nogier method, Korean Microacupuncture method (UK), and Si Yuan - Balance Method in Switzerland. He also studied Traditional Chinese Medicine at OMC. His research focus is on Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain and its management through acupuncture and scientifically validated contemporary and traditional methods. His approach is holistic, individualized, and tailored to the needs of the patient. He applies Acupuncture, Ackerman Chiropractic, Osteopractic, and therapeutic physical movement.

Naoum Stauros is a Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Nea Smyrni. He studied at the Department of Psychology of Canterbury Christ Church University in England, with certified training in Integrative Psychotherapy from the European Association for Psychotherapy. He gained valuable experience by providing voluntary individual sessions at the Social Solidarity and Psychological Support Network "Synypaksi". Alongside his practice, he writes articles and offers advisory responses to readers’ concerns as an external collaborator for the website "Boro". As part of his ongoing education and professional development, he attends numerous training programs and seminars on psychotherapeutic topics. In his practice, he undertakes the treatment and management through individual sessions of anxiety disorders as well as obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress, depression, panic attacks, specific phobias, sleep and mood disorders, psychosomatic and eating disorders.

Anna Olga Stasinopoulou is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Nea Smyrni. She studied Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She continued her studies at the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, where she completed a Master's degree in Child and Adolescent Mental Health, followed by a second Master's degree in Applied Psychology for Children and Adolescents. During her studies in Scotland, she trained and gained clinical experience in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for children, adolescents, and families, and completed a one-year training program in the Person-Centered Approach in Counseling. Subsequently, she returned to Greece and completed a four-year training program in Systemic-Family Psychotherapy at the Institute of Systemic Thinking and Psychotherapy. In the past, she has worked as a Mental Health Counselor for adults and children/adolescents both in Greece and abroad, within mental health services of the National Health Service (NHS) in the United Kingdom, in day centers and support structures for adults with autism and Asperger's syndrome, in Non-Governmental Organizations, and in Primary and Secondary Education. She provides individual psychotherapy for adults, psychotherapy for children and adolescents, family psychotherapy, parental counseling, and couples therapy.

Η Καραμπέρη Κωνσταντίνα MSc είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό κέντρο ψυχοθεραπείας στα Πετράλωνα. Είναι κάτοχος Μεταπτυχιακού τίτλου στην Κλινική Εφαρμοσμένη Ψυχολογία του University of Central Lancashire, όπου της απονεμήθηκε Διάκριση Πρώτης Τάξης και Τιμητικό Βραβείο, καθώς και του Μεταπτυχιακού Τίτλου (MSc) στην Συνθετική Συμβουλευτική και Ψυχοθεραπεία του University of Derby, όπου της απονεμήθηκε Διάκριση Πρώτης Τάξης, Βραβείο Αριστείας και Υποτροφία. Επιπλέον είναι πτυχιούχος στην Εφαρμοσμένη Ψυχολογία του University of Derby όπου επίσης της απονεμήθηκε Διάκριση Πρώτης Τάξης, Βραβείο Αριστείας και Υποτροφία. Η ειδικός έχει πραγματοποιήσει μεταπτυχιακή εκπαίδευση στις Βασικές Αρχές της Συμβουλευτικής και Ψυχοθεραπείας με LGBTQ+ άτομα του Orlando LGBTQ+, αλλά και εξελίσσεται έως σήμερα η μεταπτυχιακή της εκπαίδευση στη Βραχεία Εντατική Δυναμική Ψυχοθεραπεία στο Dynamic Health Psychological Services στον Καναδά. Επιπροσθέτως, ολοκληρώνει την εκπαίδευση στην κλινική εποπτεία από το Βρετανικό Σύλλογο Ψυχολόγων. Εργάζεται ως διαπιστευμένη διδάσκουσα από το University of Derby στο Mediterranean College, ενώ έχει συμμετάσχει ως εισηγήτρια σε σεμινάρια μεταπτυχιακών προγραμμάτων της Ιατρικής Σχολής του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών. Έχει εργαστεί ως Ψυχολόγος στο 3ο Επαγγελματικό Λύκειο Αθηνών και ως Εκπαιδευόμενη Συνθετική Σύμβουλος και Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια σε Ιδιωτικά Ψυχοθεραπευτικά Κέντρα. Το ερευνητικό της έργο πραγματεύεται κυρίως ψυχοσωματικές διεργασίες και αμυντικούς μηχανισμούς. Παράλληλα, στα πλαίσια της συνεχιζόμενης εκπαίδευσης, έχει παρακολουθήσει ποικίλα εκπαιδευτικά σεμινάρια. Τέλος, η Ψυχολόγος είναι ενεργό μέλος στο The British Psychological Society (BPS) και στο International Experiential Dynamic Therapy Association (IEDTA).

Η Σπόζετου Κωνσταντίνα αποτελεί συνεργάτιδα της Καραμπέρη Κωνσταντίνας. Είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια με μεταπτυχιακό Victimology and Criminal Justice του Πανεπιστημίου Tilburg της Ολλανδίας και πτυχιούχος της Εφαρμοσμένης Ψυχολογίας του Mediterranean College. Έχει αποκτήσει ειδίκευση στην Ψυχανάλυση & την Ομαδική Ανάλυση από την Ελληνική Εταιρεία Αναλυτικής Ομαδικής & Οικογενειακής Θεραπείας.

Ο Φίλιππος Ζουγανέλης είναι πτυχιούχος (BSc) Ψυχολογίας με εξειδίκευση στη Ψυχοθεραπεία και Συμβουλευτική από το University of Central Lancashire και τελειόφοιτος του μεταπτυχιακού (MSc) στη Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία και Συμβουλευτική στο University of Derby.

Ο Κωνσταντίνος Τζιάκος είναι Ψυχολόγος με εκπαίδευση στη σύγχρονη ψυχοδυναμική/ψυχαναλυτική ψυχοθεραπεία (σχεσιακό μοντέλο). Είναι απόφοιτος του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών και κάτοχος Μεταπτυχιακού Διπλώματος στην Εφαρμοσμένη Κλινική Ψυχολογία (M.Sc. Applied Clinical Psychology) από το University of Central Lancashire, με βαθμό διάκρισης (Distinction).

Έχει εμπειρία στην ατομική και ομαδική ψυχοθεραπεία ενηλίκων, στη διενέργεια κλινικών συνεντεύξεων και στην αξιολόγηση της ψυχικής κατάστασης, μέσα από πρακτική άσκηση και ανάληψη περιστατικών υπό εποπτεία σε αναγνωρισμένους φορείς ψυχικής υγείας. Επιπλέον, έχει υπηρετήσει ως Ψυχολόγος στο Στρατιωτικό Νοσοκομείο Ειδικών Νοσημάτων (414 ΣΝΕΝ), συμμετέχοντας στην παρακολούθηση και υποστήριξη στρατευμένων τόσο σε κλινικό όσο και σε εξωνοσοκομειακό πλαίσιο.

Την παρούσα περίοδο παρακολουθεί μετεκπαίδευση στην Έγκαιρη Παρέμβαση στην Ψύχωση, με στόχο την ενίσχυση της κλινικής του επάρκειας στην πρώιμη αναγνώριση και θεραπευτική αντιμετώπιση ψυχωτικών φαινομένων, στο Ερευνητικό Πανεπιστημιακό Ινστιτούτο Ψυχικής Υγείας, Νευροεπιστημών και Ιατρικής Ακριβείας «Κώστας Στεφανής». 

Παράλληλα, έχει λάβει εξειδικευμένη εκπαίδευση στη χορήγηση και ερμηνεία προβολικών δοκιμασιών, όπως το Rorschach και το Thematic Apperception Test (TAT), με έμφαση στην ψυχοδυναμική κατανόηση της προσωπικότητας και της ψυχοπαθολογίας.

Έχει επίσης παρακολουθήσει πληθώρα σεμιναρίων με θεματολογία τις αγχώδεις διαταραχές, τις διαταραχές προσωπικότητας, τη θεραπεία ζεύγους, ζητήματα τρίτης ηλικίας και την εφαρμογή βασικών αρχών ψυχικής υγιεινής, εμπλουτίζοντας διαρκώς τη θεωρητική του κατάρτιση και την κλινική του πρακτική.

Το θεραπευτικό του ενδιαφέρον εστιάζει στην κατανόηση των ασυνείδητων διεργασιών, των σχέσεων και των βιωμάτων που επηρεάζουν τη συναισθηματική ζωή του ατόμου, με στόχο τη δημιουργία μιας ασφαλούς και συνεργατικής θεραπευτικής σχέσης.

Η ψυχοθεραπεία αποτελεί έναν ασφαλή χώρο κατανόησης και ουσιαστικής επαφής, με στόχο τη βαθύτερη κατανόηση του εαυτού και των σχέσεων. Στο πλαίσιο αυτό δίνεται έμφαση στη δημιουργία μιας σχέσης εμπιστοσύνης, όπου κάθε άνθρωπος μπορεί να εκφραστεί ελεύθερα και με σεβασμό στον προσωπικό του ρυθμό.

Mpani Vanesa is a graduate of the Psychology Department at Panteion University and specialized in the Cognitive-Behavioral Model of Adult Therapy through the Society for Cognitive and Behavioral Studies. She is currently furthering her specialization in Schema Therapy at the Hellenic Society of Schema Therapy. Her research work has been presented at Panteion University and at the Institute for Research and Therapy of Behavior. Previously, she has collaborated with the mental health services center "Arsi," the rehabilitation and recovery center "Medical Exercise," and the supported living residence "To Petagma." Since 2019, she has maintained a private practice in Koukaki.

Skaltsas Mixail is a Psychologist who maintains a private practice in Neos Kosmos, where he provides services on both an individual and group basis. He studied Psychology at the University of Crete and subsequently moved to the United Kingdom to specialize in Clinical Psychology and Psychopathology, obtaining a master's degree (M.Sc.) from Swansea University in Wales. Following this, as part of the further continuation of his psychotherapeutic training, he enrolled in the four-year training program at the Institute of Group Analysis "S.H. FOULKES." In the past, he has worked at a counseling center for children, adolescents, and families, as well as at pre-departure detention centers for foreigners. He also has many years of experience as a psychologist in psychosocial rehabilitation units. His interests focus on individual psychodynamic psychotherapy, group analytic psychotherapy, psychoeducation, coordination of training for professionals working in mental health settings, as well as the study of psychoanalytic texts.

Tyropoulou Lilian is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Nea Smyrni. She graduated with honors in Psychology from the University of Greenwich, where she was awarded the highest grade in her department and achieved the second-best grade among international students at the university in 2015. Additionally, she holds specialized postgraduate degrees in Cognitive Neuroscience from University College London (UCL) and in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy from the University of Derby. During her research experience in London, she was trained in the assessment of psychometric and cognitive tools, as well as neuroimaging techniques. Beyond her university studies, she has received training on "Issues of Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity in Psychotherapy (LGBTQI+)" from psychologist Eva Spinou. As a volunteer, she has collaborated with the Non-Governmental Organization ANODOS, participating in clinical cognitive rehabilitation groups and promoting autonomy alongside the therapeutic team of the day center. Currently, she volunteers at the Polychromo School, which promotes research and education on Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity & Characteristics within the educational environment. Finally, she has attended seminars and conferences in Greece and London related to psychology and neuroscience, and she is a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Alixontzoti Vera is a graduate of Psychology from the University of Crete with postgraduate studies in child and adolescent psychology from the University of Central Lancashire. For years, she collaborated with the Peristeri Mental Health Center (KPSY) in the diagnosis and rehabilitation of learning difficulties. Since 2016, she has been working with special education centers, providing both educational and psychological support for children and adolescents as well as parent counseling, gaining extensive experience in the field. Additionally, she has worked as a psychologist in secondary schools in the Southern suburbs. She currently runs her own practice, offering support to children, adolescents, and their families. Furthermore, the office includes specially designed spaces for individual and group psychotherapy for adults and guardians of companion animals. These specific services are provided by Skrembou Paraskevi – Psychologist, MSc, Integrative Psychotherapist, a collaborator of Ms. Alixontzoti.

Chrysa Kritikou is a clinical psychologist and trainee psychotherapist, maintaining a private practice in Koukaki. Her academic journey began with undergraduate studies in the Department of Education Sciences and Early Childhood Education at the University of Patras. During her studies as a kindergarten teacher, she developed a strong interest in psychology, which led her to decide to pursue a new cycle of studies abroad.

After completing her first degree, she undertook a second undergraduate degree in the Department of Psychology at Leiden University in the Netherlands. Subsequently, she completed postgraduate studies in Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychology at the same university. She then proceeded with the recognition of her degrees by DOATAP and obtained a license to practice as a psychologist.

With a consistent focus on continuous scientific advancement, she actively participates in seminars and scientific conferences, continuously enriching her knowledge and clinical skills. Within the framework of her specialization, she has attended, among others, the Clinical Psychopathology seminar "Panagiotis Oulis," which substantially contributes to her clinical practice.

She is currently attending the four-year Clinical Specialization Program in Systemic Psychotherapy at the Institute for Education and Research "Logo Psychis," which is based on the SANE (System Attachment Narrative Encephalon) model, a comprehensive approach that combines systemic theory with emotional attachment theory.

Η Αλευρά Καλλιόπη είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στα Πετράλωνα, Αθήνα. Είναι απόφοιτη του Cardiff Metropolitan University με πτυχίο BSc (Hons) στην Ψυχολογία, ενώ έχει ολοκληρώσει μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές (MSc) στη Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία & Συμβουλευτική στο EurAka – Ευρωπαϊκό Πανεπιστήμιο Ελβετίας και (MSc) στη Δικαστική Ψυχολογία στο Coventry University.

Επιπλέον έχει ολοκληρώσει την ειδίκευσή της στη Γνωστική Αναλυτική Ψυχοθεραπεία (ΓΑΨ) και διαθέτει επαγγελματική εμπειρία στην ψυχοθεραπεία και την ψυχολογική υποστήριξη ενηλίκων, εφήβων και παιδιών τόσο σε ιδιωτικό πλαίσιο όσο και σε συνεργασία με ιδιώτες ψυχιάτρους και παιδοψυχιάτρους, καθώς επίσης συνεργάζεται με κέντρα ειδικών θεραπειών, παρέχοντας ψυχολογική υποστήριξη και συμβουλευτική τόσο σε παιδιά, όσο και σε γονείς.

Έχει συμμετάσχει σε πολυάριθμα επιστημονικά συνέδρια, ενώ το ερευνητικό και ακαδημαϊκό της ενδιαφέρον επικεντρώνεται κυρίως στις διαταραχές προσωπικότητας, τις οριακές δομές οργάνωσης της προσωπικότητας, τις διαπροσωπικές & ενδοπροσωπικές δυσκολίες, τα τραυματικά γεγονότα, καθώς και το βίωμα της συντροφικής/ενδοοικογενειακής βίας.

Droulias Theodoros is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Koukaki. He studied at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He is a Systemic Psychologist - Psychotherapist and a member of the Systemic Society of Northern Greece (SEVE) as well as the European Family Therapy Association (EFTA). His personal therapy and part of his training were conducted at the Athens Center for the Study of Human Beings (AKMA). He completed his training at the Center for Systemic Study and Therapy (KESMETH). Additionally, he is a member of the Hellenic Developing Group for Analytical Psychology. He works with individuals, couples, and families applying the Systemic approach. He has been working privately for the last 10 years in therapy, as well as in the education and supervision of professionals. He has previously worked as a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and program manager for individuals with mental health conditions, autism, and as a parent counseling coordinator.

Karavela Fani is a Psychologist with a private practice in Koukaki. She graduated from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Department of Psychology, in 2005. During her studies, she volunteered for two summers at the Psychiatric Hospital of Leros and completed a six-month voluntary internship at the Thessaloniki unit for individuals with addictions, providing psychological support to them and their families. After completing her studies, she worked at the "NIKI" Association, a model nursery for children with special needs and pervasive developmental disorders. Subsequently, she transitioned to the business sector, working for one year in a private company before departing for postgraduate studies in London, where she completed an MSc in Social & Organizational Psychology at the LSE. Upon returning, she started her own business in collaboration with her brother, which has maintained a successful 12-year trajectory.

Her passion for psychology and people motivated her to return to education three years ago, pursuing a four-year course culminating in specialization in Gestalt Psychotherapy. Concurrently with her studies, she volunteers at the counseling helpline for parents and children, "TOGETHER FOR THE CHILD," and manages individual online sessions with adult clients. She acknowledges that education is an ongoing journey and therefore ensures to attend additional seminars and has incorporated systematic private supervision into her practice.

Malamatou Kelly is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Nea Smyrni. Motivated by the need to gain a deeper understanding of herself, life, and human relationships, she was led to study psychology. In 2004, she obtained her degree from the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete, as well as her professional practice license. Subsequently, she embarked on a significant journey to acquire valuable experience through various professional and educational settings. She has completed, among other programs, a clinical training program in adult individual psychodynamic psychotherapy, seminars in systemic psychotherapy, and workshops in art therapy. Professionally, she has supported elderly individuals in the “Help at Home” Program, parents in Parent Schools, trainees in Second Chance Schools, employees at the Ministry of Migration and Asylum, immigrants and refugees, women trainees in vocational counseling contexts, as well as children and parents at two schools and two specialized therapy centers.

Currently, she offers psychological support, counseling, and psychotherapy services for adults in her private practice, utilizing a psychodynamic approach in which she continues to deepen her expertise. Her personal need for understanding and development remains as strong as her desire to meet and assist others. Her primary concern is the creation of a safe and stable therapeutic environment characterized by acceptance, empathy, genuine interest, and adherence to ethical standards, so that individuals who approach her can share their feelings, difficulties, and any concerns they may have.

Aggelaki Dimitra - Eugenia is a Psychologist with a private practice located in Neos Kosmos. She graduated in Psychology from the University of Crete and specializes in Psychodynamic Clinical Practice. She has completed the two-year postgraduate program "Psychosexual Disorders: Diagnosis and Treatment" at the Research University Institute of Mental Health (EPIΨY). She has also been trained in "Eating Disorders" at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, as well as in the "Management and Psychoeducation of Anxiety and Depression" at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, she has completed the training program in Psychodynamic Clinical Practice at the Hellenic Organization for Psychotherapy and Education in Group Analysis (HOPEinGA). She has also attended postgraduate seminars in advanced-level psychodynamic psychotherapy and existential psychotherapy. She has worked in a private elder care facility, a private center for special therapies, and in the sexual health clinic of the University Psychiatric Clinic at Aeginiteio Hospital. Furthermore, she has given presentations at parent and guardian associations on the topic of psychosocial issues during adolescence. Additionally, she has volunteered with the Greek seropositives association "Positive Voice." In her private practice, she offers individual psychotherapy and counseling services for adults, both in-person and online, along with specialized interventions for the management and treatment of emotional disorders, interpersonal relationship issues, and eating disorders.

Asimakopoulou Ioanna is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Petralona, conducting individual psychotherapy sessions both in-person and online (also in Italian). She is a graduate of the Psychology Department of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and is currently training in Integrative Relational Psychotherapy at the Athens Synthesis Center. She has received training on issues related to HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections concerning the education and psychological support of people living with HIV/AIDS and their relatives. She has attended training cycles in brief couples therapy, parent and adolescent education, Gestalt therapy, Integrative Trauma Therapy and PTSD, as well as Integrative Group Therapy. She has participated in various seminars, psychotherapy marathons, and conferences (including a presentation at the 3rd Forensic Psychiatry Conference). Concurrently, she has worked as a Mental Health Counselor at the NGO "Center of Life" providing psychological support to individuals living with HIV/AIDS. Additionally, she has volunteered as an external collaborator with Attikon Hospital in the Psychiatric Department’s Clinic A, the Addiction Clinic (detoxification from alcohol and other addictions), the Pain Clinic, and in cooperation with the Special Infectious Diseases Unit in the Chemsex Detoxification Clinic. She has coordinated experiential training and professional development workshops for NGO employees at the Institute of Educational and Vocational Guidance (EKEP).

Kanellopoulos Dimitrios is a Neurologist who maintains a private practice in Petralona. He is a graduate of the Medical School of Turin in northern Italy and serves as a Consultant Neurologist and Scientific Head of the Neurology Department at Euroclinic Athens. He holds a postgraduate specialization in biomedical acupuncture, as well as training in electroencephalography and electromyography. In his private practice, he provides high-level services for the prevention and monitoring of vascular cerebrovascular accidents, for the diagnosis, prevention, and management of dementia (Alzheimer's disease) and other memory disorders, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, as well as for the investigation and treatment of vertigo, myasthenia, and myopathy. The physician applies biomedical acupuncture as a complementary or alternative therapy for conditions and diseases where conventional pharmacological treatment has proven to have limited efficacy and numerous side effects, such as migraine, trigeminal neuralgia, vertigo, and insomnia.