Health professionals for Anxiety and Stress

Η Περδικογιάννη Λίνα είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στον Πειραιά. Είναι απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών και κάτοχος μεταπτυχιακού τίτλου σπουδών στην Ψυχική Ανάπτυξη Παιδιών και Εφήβων από το Πανεπιστήμιο του Εδιμβούργου της Σκωτίας. Στη συνέχεια εκπαιδεύτηκε στις Θεραπευτικές Κοινότητες Παιδιών και Εφήβων, μέσω της Ψυχοδυναμικής Προσέγγισης και της Ομαδικής Ανάλυσης. Παρείχε εθελοντική εργασία σε οργανισμούς για παιδιά στη Μεγάλη Βρετανία, έχει διατελέσει ασκούμενη ψυχολόγος σε γραφείο Ψυχολόγου και σε Κέντρο Παιδοψυχικής Υγιεινής και έχει παράσχει παράλληλη στήριξη στο Αμερικάνικο Κολλέγιο Αθηνών. Επιπλέον, έχει διατελέσει θεραπεύτρια ομάδας παιδιών στην Ελληνική Εταιρεία Ομαδικής Ανάλυσης και Ψυχοθεραπείας. Τέλος, έχει παρακολουθήσει σεμινάρια σχετικά με θέματα που αφορούν την ψυχολογία παιδιών και εφήβων.

Elafros Mixalis is a psychiatrist who maintains a private practice in the center of Athens. He holds a Medical Degree from the Psychiatric School of Verona in Italy and has been trained in Descriptive Psychopathology - Phenomenology at Palazzo Borghese in Florence. As a psychiatrist, he has many years of experience in Mental Health Centers, participating, among other things, in group psychoeducation therapy for hospitalized patients as well as their parents and relatives. Until 2023, in addition to his private practice, he was the head of the 2nd Psychiatric Department at the "Galini" Clinic, where he has managed hundreds of cases of patients with major mental disorders. Furthermore, it is noteworthy that in the past he worked at the same clinic as an on-call psychiatrist, as well as at the "Lyrakos Psychotherapeutic Center." Finally, he has attended numerous seminars and conferences in Greece and abroad and is a member of the Athens Medical Association. In recent years, he has specialized in Relational Psychotherapy at ISOPS (Institute of Relational Psychoanalysis and Group Psychotherapy according to Yalom). He is a member of the International Association for Relational Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy (IARPP) and the American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA).

Η Έλενα Δέδε είναι Ψυχολόγος με Άδεια ασκήσεως επαγγέλματος, έχει κάνει μεταπτυχιακή εκπαίδευση στην Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία και συνεχίζει την εκπαίδευσή της στην Σχεσιακή Ψυχαναλυτική Ψυχοθεραπεία στο Ινστιτούτο Σχεσιακής και Ομαδικής Ψυχανάλυσης κατά Irvin Yalom. Βρίσκεται σε εποπτεία και προσωπική θεραπεία σταθερά, σε εβδομαδιαία βάση από την αρχή της επαγγελματικής της πορείας, σε ατομικό και ομαδικό πλαίσιο, ενώ προσφέρει δια ζώσης και διαδικτυακές συνεδρίες. Κατέχει πτυχίο BSc (Hons) στην Ψυχολογία από το University of Essex και μεταπτυχιακό τίτλο MΑ στην Συμβουλευτική και Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία από το University of East London. Έχει επιπλέον ολοκληρώσει την επιμόρφωση στην Ολιστική Προσέγγιση στην Παιδοψυχολογία μέσω του Κέντρου Επιμόρφωσης Δια Βίου Μάθησης του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου, καθώς και την εκπαίδευσή της στην Σωματικά Επικεντρωμένη Ψυχοθεραπεία Gestalt στο Κέντρο Δίοδος. Παρακολουθεί ανελλιπώς σεμινάρια, εκπαιδεύσεις και εποπτείες, συνεχίζοντας με συνέπεια τη διαρκή της επαγγελματική και προσωπική εξέλιξη. Έχει επαγγελματική εμπειρία μέσα από τη συνεργασία της με το Ίδρυμα “Λίλιαν Βουδούρη”, την πρακτική της άσκηση ως Σύμβουλος Ψυχικής Υγείας στο Μητροπολιτικό Κολλέγιο και τη συμμετοχή της στη Συμβουλευτική και Ψυχοθεραπεία στο Κέντρο Ημέρας Αμαρουσίου Franco Basaglia (Ε.Π.Α.Ψ.Υ.). Στο θεραπευτικό της έργο εστιάζει στη σχέση ως βασικό πεδίο προσωπικής ανάπτυξης και ψυχικής αλλαγής, καθώς και σε ζητήματα όπως την διαχείριση άγχους και κρίσεων πανικού, κατάθλιψη, θλίψη και πένθος, φοβίες και διατροφικές διαταραχές, διαχείριση θυμού και συναισθηματικής έντασης, αυτοεικόνα, αυτοεκτίμηση και προσωπική ανάπτυξη, ζητήματα σχέσεων, ορίων και συναισθηματικής εγγύτητας, θέματα σεξουαλικότητας και σεξουαλικού προσανατολισμού.

Στο παρελθόν έχει ολοκληρώσει τις σπουδές της στην Πολιτισμική Τεχνολογία και Επικοινωνία στο Πανεπιστήμιο Αιγαίου, καθώς και στην Φωτογραφία, Βίντεο και Νέες Τεχνολογίες στην σχολή Focus. Οι σπουδές αυτές διαμόρφωσαν μια διευρυμένη ματιά πάνω στην ανθρώπινη εμπειρία και ανέπτυξαν την ικανότητα παρατήρησης των λεπτομερειών, της έκφρασης και της αφήγησης — στοιχεία που αποτελούν ουσιώδες μέρος της ψυχοθεραπευτικής της ταυτότητας. Η καλλιτεχνική και πολιτισμική της εκπαίδευση καλλιέργησε μια βαθιά ενσυναίσθηση, ευαισθησία και δημιουργικότητα απέναντι στην ανθρώπινη ψυχή, εμπλουτίζοντας τον τρόπο με τον οποίο προσεγγίζει και συνοδεύει τους θεραπευόμενούς της.

Maria Legaki is a Psychologist - Specialist Systemic Psychotherapist licensed to practice and provides online sessions. She studied Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specializes in Systemic Psychotherapy through a certified four-year training at the Laboratory for the Investigation of Human Relationships. Additionally, she regularly participates in seminars and workshops related to the field of mental health, aiming for continuous education and professional development.

She has gained valuable experience on the "Talk to Me" support line, providing psychological support to adults facing various difficulties such as anxiety, depression, and relationship problems. Furthermore, she has completed an internship at the psychiatric clinic of the P.G.N. "Attikon" and at the psychosocial rehabilitation shelter "Thetis".

In sessions, she utilizes the systemic approach, which focuses not only on the individual but also on their relationships with significant others (family, partner, friends), as these influence and shape behavior. Her main goal is to offer a space of trust and safety where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings in order to develop new, more functional ways of managing their difficulties.

Angeliki Voulgaroglou is a Clinical Psychologist, holding undergraduate degrees from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and postgraduate studies in Clinical Psychology from Erasmus University of Rotterdam. She is trained in Systemic Psychotherapy and Counseling for individuals, families, couples, and groups, integrating the systemic perspective into her entire clinical practice.

As a therapist, she approaches the individual within the context of their relationships and interactions, emphasizing patterns that shape behavior, emotions, and communication. Her goal is the joint exploration of new ways of connection and understanding within a safe and collaborative therapeutic environment.

She has worked both in specialized therapy centers and hospital settings, with significant experience at the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of Papageorgiou General Hospital. She has expertise in adult psychotherapy, family therapy, couple therapy, parent counseling, as well as therapeutic support for children and adolescents. 

En Dynamei – The organization that embraces every aspect of mental health. En Dynamei – Promotion of Mental Health and Education was established to provide comprehensive care to the individual, with a central focus on psychotherapy and counseling. Its interdisciplinary team – psychiatrist, psychologist, social worker, and sociologist – supports each person with consistency and care, covering the full range of needs, from individual and group psychotherapy and counseling for individuals, couples, and families, to social support and psychiatric monitoring. Depending on the request of each individual, the appropriate and specially trained professional from our team will take charge to provide targeted, scientifically valid, and meaningful support. The team stands by children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in need of psychotherapy, counseling, or support during periods of intense stress, depression, psychosomatic issues, or more complex difficulties. Their goal is to offer not only treatment but also a safe and humane environment where one can speak, be heard, and find practical solutions with the help of the appropriate specialist. At En Dynamei, you will find everything you need for your mental health – with a team that listens, understands, and supports you every step of the way.

Koutsafti-Fragkou Iris is a Psychologist and a trainee Systemic Psychotherapist. She provides individual psychotherapy sessions for children, adolescents, and adults, as well as parent counseling sessions. She studied Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. As part of her studies, she completed an internship at the Institute of Systemic Behavioral Analysis in Nea Smyrni, where she worked with children on the autism spectrum. Additionally, she has volunteered at the Adolescent and Youth Mental Health Unit of the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas." Furthermore, she has attended the one-year training program in Systemic Counseling at the Psychotherapy and Counseling Center "Peri Psychis" and is currently undergoing advanced training in Systemic Psychotherapy at the "Laboratory for the Investigation of Human Relationships."

Giannopoulou Konstantenia is a Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Peristeri. She obtained her first degree from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in the Department of Geology and Geoenvironment, and subsequently passed entrance examinations to the Department of Psychology at Panteion University, from which she graduated with honors. As part of her academic studies, she completed an internship at the Center for Addiction Prevention and Psychosocial Health Promotion "Athena Health," during which she trained in individual and group psychotherapy, couples therapy, and family therapy. Additionally, she conducted a thesis on the topic of "depression in pediatric cancer patients" and deepened her knowledge in Health Psychology. Since October 2011, she has been training at the Athens Center for the Study of Humanity (A.K.M.A.) in Systemic Psychotherapy. She has attended and continues to attend seminars and workshops related to the development of psychology in Greece.

Amygdala Marina is a Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. She holds a degree in Psychology from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki with a specialization in Clinical/Social Psychology. She completed her internship at the "G. Papanikolaou" Hospital in the Adult Psychiatric Clinic and holds a professional license to practice as a Psychologist. The Psychologist has extensive experience in the healthcare field. In her private practice, she handles a wide range of cases, focusing on providing the best possible service tailored to the individual needs of each person she undertakes.

Dr. Mpeis Ioannis is a Psychiatrist – Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Ilisia, Athens. He holds a degree from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He completed the majority of his specialty training in Germany, at the Vitos Philippshospital Riedstadt psychiatric clinic and the MEDIAN Klinik NRZ Wiesbaden neurological clinic. Concurrently, he trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at IKVT Hessen (Institut für Kognitive Verhaltenstherapie) in Wiesbaden, where he attended the theoretical training program.

In Greece, he continued and completed his training at the Attica Psychiatric Hospital Dromokaiteio, undertaking additional specialty rotations at P.G.N. Attikon and G.N. Evangelismos. He also completed the theoretical part of his training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Society of Cognitive Behavioral Studies, while simultaneously applying psychotherapeutic interventions within his clinical practice framework and participating in supervision.

In his private practice, he primarily works psychotherapeutically, with an emphasis on approaches within the broader family of cognitive-behavioral therapies, while also providing pharmacological treatment when indicated, within the context of comprehensive psychiatric monitoring.

Dallas Athanasios is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist licensed to practice since 2016. He holds a master's degree in Person-Centered Psychotherapy (Keele University) and is currently undergoing further training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for children and adolescents. At the core of his therapeutic approach lies the human relationship characterized by non-judgment, empathy, acceptance, and honesty. Every individual possesses the capacity for change and often simply needs a safe space of understanding and meaningful communication to activate it. Mr. Dallas offers online sessions for adults, adolescents, and children, as well as counseling support for parents and couples. His approach focuses on addressing anxiety, emotional difficulties, relationship problems, and self-esteem, aiming to empower and promote personal growth. With experience in schools, mental health centers, and social support structures, he has accompanied individuals from diverse backgrounds and ages on personal journeys of relief, empowerment, and self-awareness. If you are seeking someone who will truly listen without judgment and support you with respect and confidentiality, he is here to help you wherever you are, through the internet.

Pefanis Konstantinos is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist offering both in-person and online sessions. He holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons) degree in Psychology and Counselling from Teesside University and a Master of Science (MSc) in Clinical Psychology and Counselling from the University of Derby. He has specialized in Clinical Psychopathology through the Hellenic Open University and in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Adults from the Society of Cognitive Behavioral Studies (EGLS). Since 2018, he has collaborated with organizations such as the Mavilis Counseling Center, the Child and Adolescent Center "Iliantos," and the Special Therapies Center for Individuals with Disabilities. He has also served as a psychologist and coordinator of activities in the "Connect your city" program. In 2019, he was appointed scientific director at the Elderly and Mobility-Impaired Care Unit "MyThalpi Care and Rehabilitation," and in 2020, he served as scientific director at the Residence of Nea Smyrni "House of Serenity." His voluntary work includes participation in the Social Solidarity and Psychological Support Network "Syn-Yparxi" as well as in the online program "Talk to Me." He is an active member of the scientific working group for the documentation and effectiveness of psychotherapies in Greece (RECBT Greece). He has participated in numerous scientific conferences and seminars covering topics ranging from neuropsychological assessment and psychogastroenterology to sexual education and childhood psychopathology. Additionally, he has attended workshops and training programs from recognized institutions and universities, enhancing his knowledge and therapeutic skills. Combining scientific training, professional experience, and social sensitivity, he provides specialized psychotherapy and psychological support services tailored to the needs of each individual.

Syranidi Athina MSc is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Nea Ionia. She studied Psychology at the Open University - Milton Keynes, UK, and completed postgraduate studies in Counseling Psychology at Guglielmo Marconi University in Italy. She has been trained in the methodology and research of human behavior, psychotherapeutic interventions, and the application of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Psychoanalysis, participating in psychological experiments on cognitive functions at the University of Brighton and in psychotherapeutic sessions with individuals exhibiting dysfunctional behavior. Additionally, she has specialized in developmental disorders of children and adolescents at the Neuropsychology Department of the University of Thessaly, with clinical education and training at the Hatzikyriakio Foundation. Moreover, she has been trained in Learning Difficulties by attending a corresponding educational program at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a Master Practitioner certification in Neuro-Linguistic Programming. Finally, she has attended numerous seminars related to human behavior and psychotherapeutic approaches.

Ο Ζέππος Ιωάννης MSc, BACP είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπευτής και διατηρεί το ιδιωτικό του γραφείο στον Πειραιά. Είναι κάτοχος πτυχίου στην Εφαρμοσμένη Ψυχολογία (BSc Honors Applied Psychology) με Μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές στην Συνθετική Συμβουλευτική και Ψυχοθεραπεία (MSc Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy) τις οποίες ολοκλήρωσε στην Μεγάλη Βρετανία στο πανεπιστήμιο του Derby. Αντιμετωπίζει πλήθος περιστατικών που άπτονται στο σύνολο του φάσματος της ειδικότητας ενώ αξίζει να αναφερθεί ότι εξειδικεύεται στη Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία, την Εφαρμοσμένη Ψυχολογία καθώς και τη Διαχείριση Πένθους και πως είναι ενεργό μέλος του Βρετανικού Συλλόγου Ψυχοθεραπευτών (BACP) από το 2017. Μετά την ολοκλήρωση των μεταπτυχιακών σπουδών του, παρακολούθησε ένα Βρετανικό πρόγραμμα μετεκπαίδευσης στην Ψυχολογία και Ψυχοθεραπεία του Πένθους μέσω της Κλινικής “Cruse Bereavement Care” όπου και διακρίθηκε. Στη συνέχεια, εργάστηκε εκεί για ένα χρόνο. Παράλληλα, προσέφερε συνεδρίες Ψυχολογικής υποστήριξης και Ψυχοθεραπείας στο Βρετανικό σχολείο εφήβων “The Bemrose School”. Το 2020 προσλήφθηκε από την Βρετανική κλινική “Vestige Healthcare” για να βοηθήσει στην ανοικοδόμηση του θεραπευτικού μοντέλου της σχετικά με την ορθή προσέγγιση νέων θεραπευόμενων . Εργάστηκε εκεί για σχεδόν 2 χρόνια και προσέφερε ατομικές και ομαδικές συνεδρίες στους θεραπευόμενους της κλινικής που είχαν διαγνωσθεί με διάφορες διαταραχές όπως η διαταραχή προσωπικότητας, η σχιζοφρένεια, ο αυτισμός, η κατάθλιψη και η διαταραχή ελλειμματικής προσοχής και υπερκινητικότητας (ΔΕΠΥ). Επιπλέον, διεξήγαγε ομαδικές ασκήσεις αυτοφροντίδας και Mindfulness τόσο για τους θεραπευόμενους, όσο και για τους εργαζόμενους της κλινικής. Παρείχε κλινική εποπτεία και Ψυχολογική υποστήριξη σε συνεταίρους ψυχολόγους και διεξήγαγε ψυχο-εκπαιδευτικά σεμινάρια στους συναδέλφους του με σκοπό την διαχείριση απαιτητικών περιπτώσεων εντός της κλινικής. Στην Ελλάδα προσέφερε τις υπηρεσίες του διαδικτυακά κατά τη διάρκεια της πανδημίας COVID-19 στο εθελοντικό πρόγραμμα του milamou.gr, ολοκληρώνοντας 105 συνεδρίες. Με την επιστροφή του στην Ελλάδα, ίδρυσε το ιδιωτικό του γραφείο στο κέντρο του Πειραιά και συνεργάζεται με την Εταιρεία Ψυχολογικής Υποστήριξης Θεραπείας και Εκπαίδευσης (Ε.Ψ.Υ.Θ.Ε)