Health professionals with experience in Anxiety and Stress in Prefecture of Thessaloniki

Christina Holt is a Greek-American psychologist with a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Sheffield and a BA in Psychology from Temple University. She was born in Pennsylvania, USA, and currently resides in Thessaloniki.

For the past ten years, she has worked with children, adolescents, and adults, supporting individuals with diverse needs, including learning and developmental differences, as well as emotional regulation challenges.

She is currently gaining expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to further enhance the practical tools she provides to her clients. Her approach combines scientific knowledge with empathy, offering strategies to cultivate self-awareness, psychological resilience, and emotional balance.

She has participated in numerous conferences and specialized seminars on ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, bullying, inclusive education, and developmental and neurodevelopmental disorders.

Her academic research includes studies on the impact of childhood experiences on adult interpersonal relationships and the use of music and dance therapy in schizophrenia.

Focused on empowering individuals, Christina bridges psychological theory with practical application, providing knowledge and tools that support self-awareness, psychological resilience, and a balanced, meaningful life.

 Languages: English and Greek (native)

Drakakidou Xara is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Kalamaria. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and has completed her postgraduate studies at the University of Thessaly, specializing in "Counseling Psychology and Counseling in Special Education, Education, and Health." She has been trained in "Child Psychology and Child Psychiatry" at the University of the Aegean. As part of her postgraduate studies, she completed her internship at the Child Psychiatry Department of the General Hospital of Thessaloniki "Hippocratio," where she gained significant experience in the assessment and psychosocial support of children and adolescents, as well as their families, in a clinical setting. During her professional career, she worked as a trainer at a Higher Vocational Training School (S.A.E.K.), imparting her specialized knowledge to future professionals. Since 2018 until today, she has served as a Psychologist in Primary and Secondary Education, supporting parents, students, and educators in managing emotional and learning challenges. Her therapeutic approach is systemic, emphasizing relationships, communication, and the interaction of the individual with the systems to which they belong, such as family, school, and work. Her goal is to enhance self-awareness, improve functionality, and provide meaningful support to the individual for the effective management of their difficulties.

Roxani - Maria Vakalou is a Psychologist, graduate of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, specializing in Clinical Psychology. She is a certified Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist and is training in Bioenergetic Clinical Hypnosis.

Her choice of specializations is based on the integration of two critical pillars: focusing on the "here and now," addressing dysfunctional patterns of thinking and behavior, and processing emotional traumas formed during early developmental stages before the development of logical thinking.

Her career in the Mental Health field includes voluntary service at S.O.F.PSY. Serres, coordinating therapeutic groups and cognitive-behavioral interventions; collaboration with the Hellenic Alzheimer’s Disease Association; specialization in "Dance Theatre"; and mental health counseling in a multinational environment through conducting psychoeducational groups and individual sessions (since 2024).

She firmly believes that Psychotherapy is the most valuable investment in oneself and the cornerstone of self-awareness and mental well-being. Her goal is, within an environment of trust, understanding, and acceptance, to help individuals genuinely "embrace" themselves.

Gkountoni Anna is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, holding a professional practice license and operates her own office in the center of Thessaloniki. She has obtained a postgraduate degree in Child and Adolescent Psychology from the University of Leiden in the Netherlands. Additionally, she is undergoing training in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy at the Hellenic Association of Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy (HACBP).

Η Κουκουρίκη Χριστίνα είναι Ψυχολόγος και Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο κέντρο της Θεσσαλονίκης, προσφέροντας υπηρεσίες ατομικής, ζεύγους και οικογενειακής ψυχοθεραπείας και συμβουλευτικής. Είναι πτυχιούχος Ψυχολογίας από το Αριστοτέλειο Πανεπιστήμιο Θεσσαλονίκης με μεταπτυχιακό στο Πανεπιστήμιο Αιγαίου με θέμα Κοινωνική Πολιτική και Πολιτισμικές Διαστάσεις και εξειδίκευση στη Συμβουλευτική και τον Προσανατολισμό (ΑΣΠΑΙΤΕ). Διαθέτει πρόσθετη επιμόρφωση στην Συμβουλευτική Σταδιοδρομίας και στην Εκπαίδευση Ενηλίκων και είναι πιστοποιημένη Εκπαιδεύτρια Ενηλίκων. Έχει ολοκληρωμένη εκπαίδευση και επιμορφώσεις στη Συστημική Οικογενειακή Ψυχοθεραπεία και Συμβουλευτική και ως Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια είναι μέλος της Συστημικής Εταιρείας Βορείου Ελλάδος και Ευρωπαϊκής Εταιρείας Οικογενειακής Θεραπείας (EFTA-CIM). Για 12 χρόνια έχει υπάρξει ενεργό μέλος και για ένα διάστημα πρόεδρος του Παρατηρητηρίου για τα Δικαιώματα στο χώρο της Ψυχικής Υγείας. Διαθέτει εικοσαετή εργασιακή εμπειρία σε διάφορα πλαίσια. Εργάζεται ως Ψυχολόγος σε Δήμο, όπου παρέχει υπηρεσίες ψυχο-κοινωνικής στήριξης, συμβουλευτικής και ψυχοθεραπείας σε άτομα και οικογένειες. Κύρια έμφαση της δουλειάς της είναι οι δυσκολίες σε θέματα ψυχικής υγείας, όπως κατάθλιψη, στρες, ψυχοσωματικά συμπτώματα, απώλειες, ψυχώσεις κλπ αλλά και τα γενικότερα προβλήματα που προκύπτουν από αναπηρίες, ασθένειες και άλλα δύσκολα γεγονότα ζωής. Επί σειρά ετών εργάστηκε ως Σύμβουλος Σταδιοδρομίας σε Σχολεία Δεύτερης Ευκαιρίας και σε προγράμματα Συμβουλευτικής Ανέργων, ως υπεύθυνη και εκπαιδεύτρια των Σχολών Γονέων. Από το 2007 έχει διεξάγει σεμινάρια ως Εκπαιδεύτρια Ενηλίκων κυρίως σε ομάδες γονέων, εργαζομένων, επαγγελματιών και σε άλλες ομάδες ενηλίκων. Ακόμη, υπήρξε συντονίστρια ομάδας για την κατάθλιψη για δέκα χρόνια. Τέλος, απέκτησε πολύτιμη κλινική εμπειρία ασκούμενη σε δημόσιες και μη δομές ψυχικής υγείας και σε μη κυβερνητικές οργανώσεις, όπως το Παιδοψυχιατρικό του Ιπποκράτειου νοσοκομείου, το Ιατροπαιδαγωγικό Ψυχιατρικό Νοσοκομείο Θεσσαλονίκης, τα Κέντρα Ψυχικής Υγείας κεντρικού και δυτικού (Αμπελοκήπων) τομέα, το Ψυχιατρικό Νοσοκομείο Θεσσαλονίκης, το Κρατικό Θεραπευτήριο Λέρου, το Πολυϊατρείο PRAKSIS, το Πολύκεντρο Δήμου Μυτιλήνης, την Εταιρεία Σπαστικών Βορείου Ελλάδος, την ΑΡΣΙΣ, την Εθελοντική Εργασία κλπ.

Koutroullis Ioannis is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Thessaloniki since 2022. He holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Derby in England and a postgraduate degree in Counseling and Psychotherapy from the same university. Additionally, he is completing his training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Hellenic Society for Behavioral Research. During his internship at the Multiple Sclerosis Society and the private office "Epilysi," as part of his postgraduate studies, he gained valuable experience. He has attended seminars and trainings on psychopathology topics such as trauma management, anxiety and panic attacks, mood disorders, addictions, grief, and eating disorders. Furthermore, he has delivered seminars on various topics during his training, as well as a lecture on somatic disorders. Mr. Koutroullis, with his experience and scientific specialization, is capable of managing a wide range of cases by tailoring therapy to the needs of each individual.

Tsamidou Mona Zoi is a Psychologist who maintains a private practice in Kalamaria. She studied Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and continued her studies at the Special Education Pedagogical Department of the University of Thessaly, obtaining a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology, Special Education, Education, and Health. Concurrently, she works as a Psychologist in primary education within the Interdisciplinary Educational Assessment and Support Committee (E.D.E.A.Y.). Additionally, she has worked as a Psychologist at the Center for Educational and Counseling Support (K.E.S.Y.) in Thessaloniki and at a Special Vocational Education and Training Workshop (EEEEDK). Finally, she specializes in Systemic Family Psychotherapy, Systemic Psychotherapy, and Parent Counseling.

Η Φόλλα Αικατερίνη είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στην Σταυρούπολη και είναι μέλος του Συλλόγου Ελλήνων Ψυχολόγων. Είναι απόφοιτος Ψυχολογίας του CITY College, International Faculty of the University of Sheffield, όπου ολοκλήρωσε τις σπουδές της το 2021. Κατά τη διάρκεια των σπουδών της, ιδιαίτερο ενδιαφέρον παρουσίασε για τον τρόπο με τον οποίο το κοινωνικό και περιβαλλοντικό πλαίσιο επηρεάζει την ανθρώπινη λειτουργία. Η πτυχιακή της εργασία, με τίτλο “The Effects of Socioeconomic Status on Cognitive Performance”, επικεντρώθηκε στη μελέτη της σχέσης μεταξύ κοινωνικοοικονομικού επιπέδου και γνωστικής απόδοσης. Μετά την ολοκλήρωση των βασικών σπουδών της, επέλεξε να προσανατολίσει την επαγγελματική της πορεία στη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία. Από τον Σεπτέμβριο του 2023 εκπαιδεύεται στο Κέντρο Συστημικής Μελέτης και Θεραπείας Θεσσαλονίκης (Κε.Σ.Με.Θ.Θ.) – Ινστιτούτο Εκπαίδευσης & Ψυχοθεραπείας, διευρύνοντας συνεχώς τις γνώσεις και τις θεραπευτικές της δεξιότητες μέσα από θεωρητική, βιωματική και πρακτική εκπαίδευση. Η συστημική προσέγγιση αποτελεί βασικό άξονα της επαγγελματικής της ταυτότητας. Μέσα από αυτή την οπτική, ο άνθρωπος προσεγγίζεται ως μέρος ενός ευρύτερου πλαισίου σχέσεων και αλληλεπιδράσεων, με στόχο την καλύτερη κατανόηση των δυσκολιών, των αναγκών και των δυνατοτήτων του. Στο πλαίσιο της εξειδίκευσής της, έχει ολοκληρώσει εκπαίδευση στις βιωματικές ασκήσεις συστημικά προσανατολισμένες σε ομάδες. Παράλληλα, έχει ολοκληρώσει την εκπαίδευσή της στη Συστημική Σεξολογία και Σεξοθεραπεία Ζευγαριών και Ατόμων στο Κε.Σ.Με.Θ.Θ., διευρύνοντας την επιστημονική και θεραπευτική της κατάρτιση σε ζητήματα που αφορούν τη σεξουαλικότητα, τις συντροφικές σχέσεις και τη σεξουαλική ζωή.

Από τον Οκτώβριο του 2024 δραστηριοποιείται στο Κέντρο Ψυχικής Υγείας Αμπελοκήπων, όπου συμμετέχει στην παροχή υπηρεσιών ψυχικής υγείας και στην κλινική καθημερινότητα του Κέντρου. Έχει συμμετοχή σε ατομικές και οικογενειακές συνεδρίες, καθώς και στη θεραπευτική ομάδα, αποκτώντας ουσιαστική εμπειρία στην αντιμετώπιση διαφορετικών αιτημάτων και στην κλινική προσέγγιση ανθρώπων που αναζητούν υποστήριξη για ζητήματα ψυχικής υγείας. Η παρουσία της στο Κέντρο αποτελεί σημαντικό μέρος της επαγγελματικής της πορείας, καθώς της επιτρέπει να εφαρμόζει στην πράξη τις γνώσεις και τις δεξιότητες που έχει αναπτύξει μέσα από την εκπαίδευση και τη συνεχή ενασχόλησή της με τη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία. Από τον Οκτώβριο του 2022 έως τον Οκτώβριο του 2024 συμμετείχε σε ατομικές συνεδρίες και σε ομαδική θεραπευτική διαδικασία σε ιδιωτικό πλαίσιο συστημικής θεραπείας, υπό την παρουσία και τον συντονισμό επαγγελματία ψυχικής υγείας. Η εμπειρία αυτή συνέβαλε ουσιαστικά στην ανάπτυξη της κλινικής της σκέψης και στην εξοικείωσή της με τη θεραπευτική διαδικασία σε ατομικό και ομαδικό επίπεδο.

Στο πλαίσιο της κοινωνικής και επαγγελματικής της προσφοράς, έχει προσφέρει εθελοντική εργασία ως ψυχολόγος στο Κέντρο Ολιστικής Φροντίδας «ΝΕΜΕΣΙΣ» – Cancer Nemesis. Κατά τη διάρκεια της παρουσίας της στο Κέντρο, δραστηριοποιήθηκε στον τομέα της ψυχολογικής υποστήριξης, συμμετέχοντας στις σχετικές ψυχοθεραπευτικές διαδικασίες και έχοντας ενεργό ρόλο στο κομμάτι της ψυχολογικής φροντίδας. Παράλληλα, συμμετείχε στις κοινωνικές δράσεις του Κέντρου, οι οποίες είχαν αφιλοκερδή και κοινωνικό χαρακτήρα. Από τον Μάρτιο του 2022 έως τον Ιούνιο του 2023 συμμετείχε εθελοντικά σε κοινωνικές δράσεις και εκδηλώσεις των Παιδικών Χωριών SOS Πλαγιαρίου, προσφέροντας χρόνο και ενεργή υποστήριξη στις δράσεις του οργανισμού.

Η ειδικός έχει επιμορφωθεί σε θεματικές που διευρύνουν το γνωστικό της πεδίο και αφορούν διαφορετικές πτυχές της ψυχικής υγείας και της ανθρώπινης συμπεριφοράς. Έχει παρακολουθήσει σεμινάρια του Πανεπιστημίου Πατρών με αντικείμενο τον Αυτισμό και τη Σχολική Ψυχολογία, καθώς και εκπαιδευτικά προγράμματα σχετικά με τη Διαχείριση Εργασιακού Άγχους και τη Συναισθηματική Νοημοσύνη στο σύγχρονο εργασιακό περιβάλλον. Τέλος, η συνεχής εκπαίδευση αποτελεί για την ίδια σημαντικό μέρος της επαγγελματικής της πορείας, καθώς θεωρεί ότι η εξέλιξη ενός επαγγελματία ψυχικής υγείας απαιτεί διαρκή αναζήτηση γνώσης, προσωπική καλλιέργεια και επαφή με σύγχρονες θεραπευτικές προσεγγίσεις.

Moysidou Stefania is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who has maintained a private practice in Thessaloniki since 2016. She holds a degree in Psychology from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and a postgraduate degree in International Public Administration from the University of Macedonia. She has completed a three-year training program in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy certified by the Hellenic Society for Cognitive and Behavioral Psychotherapy and has been trained in LEAP psychotherapy (Practitioner I course) at the LEAP Institute. Additionally, she has undertaken further training in School Psychology at the Center for Training and Lifelong Learning of the University of the Aegean and has been trained in the use of the MMPI-2 psychometric tool. She has worked as a Psychologist at the Directorate of Aliens and Border Protection of the Hellenic Police and at the National Public Health Organization (EODY, formerly KEELPNO) of the Ministry of Health, while also providing psychotherapy and group counseling services to football and handball academies. Moreover, she completed her internship and volunteered at major hospitals in Thessaloniki. Finally, Ms. Moysidou has participated as a speaker at numerous conferences and forums, as well as in seminars and workshops, and has a significant number of publications and articles to her name.

Mpolou Klarissa is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. She studied Psychology at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and completed her Master's degree in Counseling Psychology in the Department of Special Education at the University of Thessaly. She continued her studies in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, completing the four-year program of the Hellenic Society for Behavioral Research - Macedonia Branch (EEES-PM), which is certified by the European Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies (EABCT). Additionally, at the psychotherapeutic center "Stirixis," she managed clinical cases under a Cognitive-Behavioral approach with supervision. She has worked as a Psychologist in a refugee reception center in Ioannina. She has also worked as a Psychologist in Primary Education in the city of Thessaloniki, where she conducted seminars for educators and parents. As part of her continuous professional development, she has attended numerous workshops, seminars, and conferences on Mental Health. Her research interests include eating disorders, grief management and treatment, and couples therapy. She holds a professional psychologist license (License No. 19869/760) and maintains a practice in Thessaloniki, providing counseling and psychotherapeutic services. She is a regular member of the Hellenic Psychological Society and a member of EEES.

Silía Petronikolou is a Psychologist licensed to practice and a Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapist. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki with a degree grade of 9.01, and her postgraduate studies focus on Adolescent Medicine (Medical School, A.U.Th.). Simultaneously, she specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at the Hellenic Society for Behavioral Research - Macedonia Branch (EEES), a program certified by the European Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (EABCT). Since 2020, she has been a scientific collaborator at the Laboratory of Medical Physics and Digital Innovation, Department of Medicine, A.U.Th., engaged in both clinical and research activities. Her research interests primarily focus on improving specific aspects of the quality of life of vulnerable population groups through the use of innovative technologies. Recognizing the importance of continuous education and training, she continues to attend trainings, conferences, and seminars related to her field, while also being under ongoing supervision. In her private practice in eastern Thessaloniki, she conducts psychotherapy and counseling sessions for adults and adolescents, both in person and online.

Psych Edge is a center offering comprehensive mental health services operating both online and in-person in central Thessaloniki and Neoi Epivates. Thoughts, emotions, and behaviors can be very complex. What should not be complex is self-care. The center's specialized Psychologists are trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Integrative Psychotherapy, addressing a wide range of emotional and mental disorders, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, self-esteem enhancement, insomnia, and more. Immediate care is provided adhering to the highest standards of ethics and professionalism, all in one place.

Stergiou - Stamou Stella is a Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist, maintaining a private practice in Thessaloniki, providing psychotherapeutic and counseling services to adults, couples, and families. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki with a focus on social-clinical psychology. She participated in the clinical training program of the 1st University Psychiatric Clinic of Papageorgiou Hospital. Subsequently, she completed her three-year training in systemic psychotherapy and counseling at the Systemic Institute of Thessaloniki. She is a member of the Greek Psychologists Association with registration number 2692, as well as the Systemic Society of Northern Greece. She holds a professional license to practice psychology throughout Greece since 2013. She has maintained a private practice in the center of Thessaloniki since 2016 and has also offered her services voluntarily at various institutions, such as the Mental Health Center of the Western Sector and the Thessaloniki Social Clinic. Additionally, the specialist has been trained and has a particular interest in issues such as depression, phobias, anxiety - panic attacks, psychosomatic disorders, trauma and post-traumatic stress, personality disorders, among others. She also deals with problems arising in the context of family and work, as well as couple-related issues. Finally, she has participated and continues to participate in psychology and psychotherapy workshops and conferences, aiming to stay continuously updated with developments in the mental health field.

Elisavet Valkanioti is a Psychologist in Volos providing individual sessions for adults and adolescents (17+ years old), both in-person and online. She creates a safe, supportive, and confidential therapeutic environment tailored to the needs of each client.

She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Canterbury Christ Church University with a grade of Excellent and holds a Master's Degree in Organizational Psychology from University of East London.

She applies Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and has specialized training in Clinical Hypnotherapy (CBH), combining scientifically validated methods with contemporary therapeutic techniques. She offers support in issues such as:

• anxiety and panic attacks
• phobias
• sleep disorders
• smoking cessation
• chronic pain management
• weight control

She holds an advanced diploma in Cognitive-Behavioral Clinical Hypnotherapy (CBH) and has been trained in Regressive Therapy as well as in DSM-V (Understanding DSM-V), with an emphasis on the analysis of the psychiatric classification manual and the understanding of psychological phenomena.

Her therapeutic approach is integrative and individualized, combining the structured methodology of CBT with the dynamic aspects of clinical hypnotherapy, while incorporating experiential and humanistic elements.

She has experience in the field of Occupational Psychology, supporting individuals with work-related stress, professional relationships, and workplace behavior. Additionally, she has been trained in Forensic and Criminal Psychology, with a focus on psychological assessment within legal contexts.

Paxou Eleni is a Psychologist and Psychotherapist who provides individual psychotherapy sessions while also conducting empowerment and psychotherapy groups in collaboration with colleagues in the center of Thessaloniki. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and holds a master's degree in "Clinical Interventions in Addictions" from the Department of Psychology and the Medical School of the University of Crete. In the past, she provided individual psychotherapy sessions at the Comprehensive Addiction Treatment Unit of OKANA. Additionally, she continues her training in the empowerment and psychotherapy of individuals and groups using the approach of Non-Directive Intervention (NDI). She has attended numerous training programs and seminars on Clinical Psychology and the Therapeutic Treatment of Addictions. Currently, she is also training in the approach of Narrative Therapy.

Eugenidou Christina is a Psychologist specializing in adolescents and adults and maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Sheffield, UK, and two postgraduate degrees from Vrije Universiteit and University College London, respectively. Her experience over the past 10 years includes working with adolescents (both Greek and those with refugee or immigrant backgrounds), women victims of domestic violence, as well as adults. She accepts cases either online or in person.

Pagkoutsou Konstantina M.Sc. is a Psychologist and Specialist Cognitive Analytic Psychotherapist, licensed to practice by the Region of Central Macedonia, with postgraduate specialization in Counseling Psychology. She studied in the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and completed postgraduate studies in "Counseling Psychology and Counseling in Special Education, Education, and Health" at the University of Thessaly, while currently specializing in Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT). She has completed over 1,500 hours of practical training at the General Hospital of Thessaloniki "Hippocrates," the Psychiatric Hospital of Thessaloniki, and the Center for Addiction Prevention and Psychosocial Health Promotion "PYXIDA." Additionally, she has volunteered at numerous mental health organizations, such as The Smile of the Child, the Women’s Shelter, and the Society for the Protection of Minors in Thessaloniki. In recent years, she has worked as a counselor-psychologist at the Counseling Service of the University of Thessaly and as an auxiliary teaching and research staff member at the University of Macedonia. Moreover, she has worked in Special Therapy Centers, providing psychological support sessions to children and adolescents, as well as parent counseling sessions. She has attended numerous trainings and seminars on adult and child-adolescent mental health and currently offers online and in-person counseling and psychological support sessions.

The sessions are conducted exclusively in Greek