Health professionals for Anxiety and Stress in the Eastern suburbs of Athens

Vasileiou Eui is a Psychologist with a private practice in Varkiza. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete, holds a license to practice as a Psychologist, and has obtained a postgraduate degree in "Stress Management and Health Promotion" from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, she has specialized in Systemic Psychotherapy at the Center for the Exploration of Human Systems, Skills, and Interventions in Systemic Counseling, as well as in Group Therapy. Furthermore, she has been trained in the use of Vocational Guidance tests by Ison Psychometrica. Previously, she worked as an Associate at the Psychology Center "Psychodos," where she managed cases involving anxiety disorders and coordinated their psychiatric follow-up. Since 2008, she has been working as the Head of Public Relations and Human Resources and as a Psychologist, conducting both online and in-person sessions aimed at helping patients cope with stress, as well as sessions with couples, individual therapy, and therapy groups. Moreover, she has published numerous articles related to her field of expertise. Finally, she is a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society.

Parastatidou Natalia is a Psychologist and Psychotherapist. She conducts online sessions, personal development groups, and experiential seminars. She earned her degree in Psychology from the University of Crete and subsequently specialized in the research postgraduate program in Cognitive Science at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), acquiring a broad range of knowledge and tools that enhance the understanding of mental functions and human behavior. She continued with four years of studies in Person-Centered Psychotherapy, obtaining the European Certificate of Psychotherapy. Since 2017, she has been working privately, supporting adults and adolescents facing a wide range of mental health difficulties, as well as collaborating with various organizations to provide psychosocial services to communities. Honoring the uniqueness of each individual's experience, she creates a safe, confidential environment where her clients can freely explore their thoughts, feelings, and concerns. She connects authentically with her clients and, trusting in their capacity for growth, offers a therapeutic approach based on acceptance and respect.

Kollia Mairi is a psychologist. She holds a professional practice license with protocol number 4346/07-11-2019. She graduated with honors from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Athens. She specialized at the postgraduate level in Clinical Psychology (MSc in Clinical Psychology) at Leiden University in the Netherlands, where she graduated with distinction cum laude. She has completed a four-year study program in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at the Society of Cognitive and Behavioral Studies (ΕΓΣΣ). Additionally, she has been trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), also provided by the Society of Cognitive and Behavioral Studies (ΕΓΣΣ). Furthermore, she has specialized in trauma therapy using the EMDR method at the Institute of Trauma Therapy. She has also received training in "Counseling and Mental Health in Infertility, the Perinatal and Reproductive Period" at the University of West Attica, focusing on psychological support regarding infertility, pregnancy, and transition to parenthood (postpartum depression, perinatal anxiety, tokophobia, birth trauma, etc.). Currently, she works privately, conducting individual therapy sessions with adults, both in-person and online. She also collaborates with a clinic based abroad, providing psychotherapy online to clients worldwide. In parallel, she maintains a collaboration with an assisted reproduction (IVF) clinic and is a member of an interdisciplinary team at a gynecological clinic in central Athens. Sessions are conducted in Greek and English.

Demerouti Vasileia is a Psychiatrist - Psychotherapist and former Chief Resident A at the Athens Psychiatric Hospital "Dromokaiteio" and also maintains a private practice in Pallini. She completed her studies at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Psychiatry at the State Nursing Home of Leros and the Athens Psychiatric Hospital "Dafni." Furthermore, she worked as an Assistant Psychiatrist at the Athens Psychiatric Hospital "Dromokaiteio" until 2020 and has been serving as a Chief Resident since then. She respectfully manages a wide range of cases including psychotic disorders, schizophrenia, panic attacks, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, bulimia and anorexia nervosa, anxiety and stress, bipolar disorder, sexual disorders, and others.

Maria Kokkinou BSc, MA is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with 20 years of experience and maintains a private practice in Lagonisi. She is a graduate of the Psychology Department of the British Open University and holds a postgraduate degree in "Humanistic Integrative Counseling & Psychotherapy" from Middlesex University, with specialized training in the Gestalt psychotherapeutic approach. She provides individual and group counseling to adults, parents, adolescents, and couples, specializing in self-awareness, personal and psychological development, psychological trauma, panic attacks, depression, and anxiety disorders. Her goal as a psychotherapist is to help the client realize, through her authentic presence, thoughts, feelings, and observations, that no one else can bring about change in their life except themselves. Additionally, she specializes in adolescent mental health and their psychological responses, which are directly influenced by the biopsychosocial changes of puberty, combined with the psychosocial issues stemming from their cognitive and emotional capacities.

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.

Gkotsis Konstantinos is a Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Artemida. He studied Psychology at Canterbury Christ Church University, England, and specializes in Adlerian Counseling and Psychotherapeutic Approach at the Hellenic Society of Adlerian Psychology (H.S.A.P.). Additionally, he attends various educational conferences related to grief, anxiety, anger, and panic attacks.

Η Γαλάτου Ευδοκία είναι Ψυχολόγος- Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια - Σύμβουλος τοξικοεξαρτήσεων και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στον Γέρακα. Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στις ικανότητες συμβουλευτικής στον τομέα της τοξικοεξάρτησης στο Κέντρο Θεραπείας Εξαρτημένων Ατόμων (ΚΕΘΕΑ), σε συνεργασία με το University of California San Diego των ΗΠΑ. Είναι απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Αριστοτελείου Πανεπιστημίου Θεσσαλονίκης (1999), με άδεια άσκησης επαγγέλματος. Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία και από το Σεπτέμβριο του 2025 εκπαιδεύεται στη Συστημική Θεραπεία Ζεύγους. Διαθέτει πάνω από 23 χρόνια επαγγελματικής εμπειρίας στο χώρο των εξαρτήσεων και της ψυχικής υγείας. Μετά το πέρας των σπουδών της εργάστηκε ως Ψυχολόγος στο Δημοτικό Γηροκομείο Λάρισας και στον Οργανισμό βρεφονηπιακών σταθμών του Δήμου Λάρισας. Στη συνέχεια, εργάστηκε για 21 συνεχόμενα έτη ως θεραπεύτρια και σύμβουλος τοξικοεξαρτήσεων στο ΚΕΘΕΑ (Κέντρο Θεραπείας Εξαρτημένων Ατόμων) σε Λάρισα και Αθήνα, όπου ανέλαβε τον σχεδιασμό, τη διεξαγωγή και το συντονισμό ατομικών, ομαδικών και οικογενειακών θεραπευτικών συνεδριών, καθώς και την ενημέρωση και προετοιμασία ενεργών χρηστών ώστε να λάβουν θεραπεία. Κατά τη διάρκεια αυτών των ετών συμμετείχε σε μεγάλο αριθμό ημερίδων, σεμιναρίων και εκπαιδεύσεων εντός και εκτός ΚΕ.Θ.Ε.Α. μεταξύ των οποίων στη Δυναμική ομάδων και στο Γενεόγραμμα. Η εμπειρία της στο χώρο της απεξάρτησης υπήρξε ένας χώρος αλλαγής και συνεξέλιξης για εκείνη, καθώς απέκτησε εκτενή κλινική εμπειρία και βαθιά κατανόηση των σύνθετων αναγκών των εξαρτημένων ατόμων και των οικογενειών τους.

Η πολυετής εμπειρία της στο ΚΕ.Θ.Ε.Α. της δίδαξε πολύτιμες δεξιότητες, όπως η ενσυναίσθηση, η αποδοχή, η κατανόηση των βαθύτερων αιτιών που κρύβονται πίσω από τις δυσκολίες κάθε ανθρώπου, καθώς και τον αμέριστο σεβασμό στην προσωπική του προσπάθεια για αλλαγή. Μέσα από την καθημερινή της επαφή με ανθρώπους σε κρίση, εκπαιδεύτηκε ουσιαστικά σε αυτό που έμαθε πρώτα σε θεωρητικό επίπεδο, ότι κάθε κρίση αποτελεί, όταν κάποιος το επιδιώξει, μια ευκαιρία για βαθιά και ουσιαστική αλλαγή.

Σήμερα, στο προσωπικό της γραφείο, στόχος της είναι να μεταφέρει τη βαθιά εμπειρία της στους ανθρώπους που θα την εμπιστευτούν και να προσφέρει ένα ασφαλές, σταθερό και ανθρώπινο πλαίσιο θεραπευτικής συμμαχίας και σύνδεσης. Ένα χώρο όπου μπορεί το άτομο να εξελιχθεί, να αλλάξει ό,τι το δυσκολεύει, να έρθει σε επαφή με βαθύτερα κομμάτια του εαυτού του και να βελτιώσει την ποιότητα των σχέσεων του με τους σημαντικούς ανθρώπους της ζωής του.

Douflias Konstantinos MSc is a Psychologist-Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Pangrati. He holds a degree in Psychology and a Master's Diploma in Forensic Medicine - Forensic Psychiatry from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH). The specialist handles cases across the full spectrum of Psychology, offering both in-person and online sessions.

Η Λαμπρούση Ράνια είναι MSc  Ψυχολόγος - CBT Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια με άδεια ασκήσεως επαγγέλματος και αφοσιώνεται στη βοήθεια και τη στήριξη εφήβων και ενηλίκων στην ανάπτυξη της ψυχικής τους ευεξίας. Έχοντας αποφοιτήσει από το Τμήμα Ψυχολογίας του Αριστοτελείου Πανεπιστημίου Θεσσαλονίκης συνέχισε τις σπουδές της για να αποκτήσει μεταπτυχιακό τίτλο σπουδών στο «Ποινικό Δίκαιο και Εξαρτήσεις» της Νομικής Σχολής του ίδιου πανεπιστημίου εμβαθύνοντας τις γνώσεις της στις θεραπευτικές μεθόδους αντιμετώπισης των εξαρτήσεων. Στη συνέχεια μετεκπαιδεύτηκε και εξειδικεύτηκε στη Γνωσιακή - Συμπεριφορική Ψυχοθεραπεία (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy – CBT) στο Κέντρο Εφαρμοσμένης Ψυχοθεραπείας και Συμβουλευτικής, η οποία αποτελεί τη θεραπευτική προσέγγιση  που χρησιμοποιεί, ώστε να δομήσει τις συνεδρίες με τους θεραπευόμενούς της.  Από την έναρξη της πορείας της έως και σήμερα φροντίζει διαρκώς να επιμορφώνεται παρακολουθώντας συνέδρια, σεμινάρια και δια βίου εκπαιδευτικά προγράμματα του επιστημονικού κλάδου. Επιπλέον, από το 2017 μέχρι και σήμερα έχει προσφέρει εθελοντικά τις υπηρεσίες της σε διάφορους φορείς όπως: στο Πρόγραμμα Εναλλακτικής Θεραπείας Εξαρτημένων Ατόμων ΑΡΓΩ του Ψυχιατρικού Νοσοκομείου Θεσσαλονίκης, όπου υπήρξε συνσυντονίστρια σε θεραπευτικές ομάδες, στη  Διαδικτυακή πλατφόρμα "Milamou.gr" παρέχοντας ψυχολογική υποστήριξη και εμψύχωση κατά την περίοδο COVID-19 και στο Σύλλογο Οικογενειών για την Ψυχική Υγεία στη Θεσσαλονίκη (Σ.Ο.Ψ.Υ.), όπου υπό την τακτική εποπτεία ψυχιάτρου βοηθούσε στην ανάπτυξη δεξιοτήτων και ψυχοσυναισθηματικής ισορροπίας των ληπτών και παρείχε συμβουλευτική γονέων. Επιπλέον, στα πλαίσια της πρακτικής της άσκησης στο Ψ.Ν.Θ. Παπανικολάου εφάρμοσε πρακτικά ψυχομετρικές δοκιμασίες υπό εποπτεία και συμμετείχε στην ομάδα Συστημικής Οικογενειακής Ψυχοθεραπεία. Δραστηριοποιήθηκε επαγγελματικά σε Κέντρο Φιλοξενίας Ασυνόδευτων Ανηλίκων στην Ηγουμενίτσα, όπου παρείχε ατομικές συνεδρίες σε ευάλωτες πληθυσμιακές ομάδες με στόχο τη διαχείριση συναισθηματικών δυσκολιών, του τραύματος, της απώλειας και του μετατραυματικού στρες. Επόπτευε μεταπτυχιακούς φοιτητές και εθελοντές του Κέντρου και επιμόρφωνε το διεπιστημονικό προσωπικό ως Υπεύθυνη Πολιτικής Παιδικής Προστασίας. Σήμερα, δραστηριοποιείται επαγγελματικά σε Κέντρο Ημέρας για Άτομα με Άνοια (Τ.Ε.Π. Ηγουμενίτσας), όπου αναλαμβάνει τη διάγνωση και αξιολόγηση των γνωστικών λειτουργιών των ατόμων με άνοια παρέχοντας ψυχολογική υποστήριξη, θεραπεία για τις οικογένειες, ομαδική θεραπεία και δραστηριότητες με στόχο την κοινωνική αλληλεπίδραση και την ψυχική διέγερση των ατόμων με άνοια. Παρέχει εκπαίδευση και καθοδήγηση στο προσωπικό του Κέντρου Ημέρας και συμμετέχει στην ανάπτυξη και εφαρμογή προγραμμάτων αποκατάστασης που βοηθούν τα άτομα με άνοια να διατηρήσουν τις δεξιότητές τους και να βελτιώσουν την ποιότητα ζωής τους. Αυτή την περίοδο αρθρογραφεί σε ιστοσελίδα (psychoedu.gr) με στόχο τη ψυχοεκπαίδευση, την προώθηση της ψυχικής υγείας και την αποστιγματοποίηση της ψυχικής ασθένειας και προσφέρει εθελοντικά στο Κέντρο Φιλοξενίας Ασυνόδευτων Ανηλίκων στην Ηγουμενίτσα. Τέλος, είναι ενεργό μέλος του Συλλόγου Ελλήνων Ψυχολόγων (ΣΕΨ).

Salem Fatma is a licensed Psychologist - Psychotherapist who conducts online sessions. She holds a degree in Psychology from a university in England and is currently a candidate for her Master's degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of Essex. She specializes in psychological assessment and intervention, while also training in Cognitive Analytic Psychotherapy (CAT). Her professional experience includes working in schools in England, where she collaborated with adolescent students to support their mental health and academic performance. Specifically, she provided individual support to students facing mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, among others, as well as the related social challenges. She developed and implemented personalized support programs tailored to each student's needs and helped them manage their emotions and behaviors by offering strategies and tools for coping with anxiety, frustration, and other emotional states. Simultaneously, she maintained close collaboration with experienced psychologists and provided counseling to parents. Within her role, she participated in weekly Continuing Professional Development (CPD) seminars to enhance her skills and increase her effectiveness in her work. Additionally, she served in a role equivalent to a psychological assistant during her internship in England. She has also completed a training program at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has attended seminars, expanding her knowledge and developing her skills in the field of psychology. She is committed to providing high-quality psychological services and supporting individuals in overcoming their difficulties and improving their mental well-being.

Maria Rapti is a Psychologist who has dedicated her professional career to psychology with a strong emphasis on Systemic Psychotherapy. Her studies began in 2009, and since then she has expanded her knowledge through specialized training and professional experience. Since 2024, she has been enrolled in a postgraduate program in Systemic Psychotherapy, while concurrently continuing her education at the Human Relations Laboratory. Previously, she completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology (2020-2023), as well as studies in Counseling Psychology (2012-2014). Additionally, she holds an HND in Speech Therapy (2011-2012) and has completed a Foundation in Speech Therapy (2009). In her professional practice, since 2024 she has been providing online sessions and collaborating with a Neuropsychiatric Clinic, offering individual online psychotherapy. Prior to this, she completed an internship at the same clinic and worked with children with learning difficulties, providing counseling to parents. Her experience also includes internships at "Arogi" (KDAP-MEA), the "Exelixi" center with a focus on autism, as well as supporting bilingual children in an institution. She remains active in continuing professional development through seminars, including training on LGBTQ+ awareness and counseling issues, psychodrama, Art Therapy, and dramatherapy. Maria Rapti consistently seeks to develop her skills further in order to provide optimal support to her clients.

Kountouraki Xristina is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist. She holds a degree in Psychology from Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences and is undergoing further training in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy for Children and Adults at the Interdisciplinary & Research Psychosocial Support for Children & Adults (DI.KE.PSY). She has also completed various postgraduate training programs and seminars.

Sourina Karina is a Clinical Psychologist-Psychotherapist and operates her private practice in Gerakas. She holds a Bachelor of Science Honours degree from the University of Derby and has completed postgraduate studies in Clinical Psychology at Hellenic American University. In her practice, she handles a wide range of cases, always focusing on providing the best possible service tailored to the individual needs of each client she undertakes.

I am a Greek Clinical Psychologist (MSc) - Psychotherapist that has lived in Greece, Italy and Netherlands. During the last years, I have gained a diverse range of clinical experiences working with individuals and families with a variety of mental health and developmental conditions. I completed my BSc in Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, followed by an MSc degree in Clinical Psychology at Utrecht University. To further my professional development, I am getting trained to become a Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapist from the Greek Association for Cognitive and Behavioral Psychotherapies, which is accredited by the European Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies (EABCT). During my Bachelor's Internship at Papanikolaou Psychiatric Hospital of Thessaloniki, I participated in group therapy sessions, consisted of individuals diagnosed with Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder and other psychotic disorders. I also gained experience in family and couple therapy, utilizing the systemic approach. During my Master's Internship at the Psychiatric Facilities of the General Hospital of Corfu, I provided psychoeducational interventions to individuals diagnosed with Schizophrenia and to their families, as well as one-on-one psychotherapy sessions to individuals struggling with emotional issues. At the same time, I participated in group sessions with individuals hospitalized at the Detox Unit of the clinic, who were struggling with addiction issues. During my working experience at a Dyslexia Center, I provided counseling to parents, as well as I conducted individual sessions with children and adolescents diagnosed with ADHD, Autism, and other developmental disabilities. In addition, I promoted social skills learning through the use of board games, CBT techniques, role-playing, and various psychoeducational materials. My decision to pursue a career as a psychotherapist stems from a profound love for understanding the intricacies of the human soul. This profession brings me immense fulfillment as it allows me to help individuals feel heard, gain deep self-awareness, and piece together the complex puzzles of their lives. Through this process, I assist them in finding meaning and moving closer to a sense of wholeness.

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.

Kalianioti Myrto is a licensed Psychologist practicing in the Netherlands. She is undergoing training in the Systemic Approach at the Systemic Psychology and Pedagogy Workshop - Rodakino, where in-depth study of various theories and sub-approaches of the systemic model is provided. Additionally, she has completed a one-year postgraduate program in Clinical Psychology specializing in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Since 2023, she has been working privately, offering psychotherapeutic support to adults from Greece and abroad, in Greek and English, primarily through online sessions. Concurrently, she volunteers to support youth aged 12 to 25 at the @ease facility in the Netherlands. She has research experience in anxiety, attentional bias, and virtual reality (VR), and participated in conducting a study on involuntary hospitalizations at the Athens Psychiatric Hospital DAFNI, conducting interviews with patients. Finally, she completed an internship at the Alzheimer’s disease organization, where she was trained in cognitive empowerment and cognitive assessment using psychometric tools.