Health professionals for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in Athens

Stamatelopoulos Ioannis is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist, graduate of the Psychology Department at the University of East London with honors and holds a professional license to practice Psychology (License No.: 1459842). He maintains his private practice in Akadimia. His postgraduate studies at the University of Central Lancashire focus on the field of Psycho-Sexology with a specialization in Psychosexual Therapy. Additionally, he has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Adults and Clinical Hypnosis - Bio-Rhythmical Psychotherapy at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling (K.E.PSY.SY). During his academic career, he has attended numerous educational seminars on topics such as Neurobiology of Learning, Anger and Anxiety Management, Suicide Prevention, Attachment Theory and Adult Relationships, Criminological and Forensic Psychology related to Femicide, Perinatal Psychology, and Contemporary Issues in Sexology. He has also completed a training seminar on Psychoeducation, as well as an annual specialization seminar in School Psychology at the University of Patras. In his practice, he accepts adult cases presenting with anxiety disorders, emotional disturbances, or sexual dysfunctions.

Η Τασίου Ασπασία (Μάρσια) είναι Ψυχολόγος, αριστούχος απόφοιτος του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών και κάτοχος Μεταπτυχιακού Διπλώματος Ειδίκευσης στην Κλινική Ψυχολογία στο ίδιο πανεπιστήμιο. Είναι, επίσης, πτυχιούχος του Τμήματος Βιολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών. Ακόμη, είναι πτυχιούχος της σχολής Πιάνου του Εθνικού Ωδείου. Μετά τις σπουδές της στην Ψυχολογία, έλαβε πλήρη ψυχοθεραπευτική εκπαίδευση στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφοριστική Ψυχοθεραπεία από το Ινστιτούτο Έρευνας και Θεραπείας της Συμπεριφοράς, εμπλουτίζοντας έκτοτε τη θεραπευτική της εργασία με κατάρτιση στα μοντέλα του Τρίτου Κύματος της Γνωσιακής, της Θεραπείας σχημάτων αλλά και της σύνδεσης της Γνωσιακής με την Υπαρξιακή ψυχοθεραπεία και τις θεωρίες του δεσμού. Διαθέτει 20ετή εμπειρία στην ψυχοθεραπεία και συμβουλευτική παιδιών εφήβων και οικογένειας καθώς και στη συμβουλευτική γονέων νευροτυπικών και μη παιδιών και εφήβων. Επιπλέον, προσφέρει ατομική ψυχοθεραπεία ενηλίκων με θέματα άγχους και θλίψης καθώς και διαχείρισης στρεσογόνων γεγονότων ζωής. Έχει ειδική εκπαίδευση και εμπειρία στην υποστήριξη και επεξεργασία διαδικασιών πένθους μετά από απώλεια αγαπημένου καθώς και άλλων τραυματικών γεγονότων ζωής, όπως σοβαρή ασθένεια και ειδικό ενδιαφέρον σε θέματα καρκίνου και καρκινοπαθών με ca μαστού και παρέχει συμβουλευτική και βελτίωση της επικοινωνίας ζεύγους.

Έχει εργαστεί στην γραμμή ψυχοκοινωνικής υποστήριξης 10306 για υποστήριξη του πληθυσμού επί COVID αλλά και μετά επί 2,5 έτη και, προηγουμένως, εθελοντικά. Επί σειρά ετών αναπληρώτρια σε ΚΕΔΑΣΥ και άλλες δομές του υπουργείου παιδείας, και εμπειρία επίσης από δομές, όπως ιατροπαιδαγωγικά κέντρα και δομές παιδιών εφήβων. Σημαντικό ζήτημα στη θεραπεία είναι ότι η θεραπευτική σχέση θεραπευτή-θεραπευόμενου, είναι η βάση για κάθε αλλαγή. Αυτή η σχέση είναι μια σχέση εμπιστοσύνης και συνεργασίας ισότιμων ανθρώπων, που αυτή τη στιγμή της ζωής τους συναντιούνται και προωθούν αλλαγές για το θεραπευόμενο, μέσα από τις οποίες, επιπροσθέτως- και μέσα από τη δική του προσωπική θεραπεία,-εμπλουτίζεται και ο θεραπευτής. Είναι μια δουλειά που απαιτεί αντοχή, εμπιστοσύνη και πίστη στη δυνατότητά μας να αλλάξουμε, ακόμα κι αν αυτό φαίνεται αδύνατον ή είναι πολύ δύσκολο, που συνήθως είναι. Είναι μια διαδικασία πιο πολύ υπομονής, ενσυναίσθησης και κουράγιου, παρά μαγείας και γρήγορου εντυπωσιασμού. Πολλές φορές είναι μια επώδυνη διαδικασία αναζήτησης μιας αλήθειας για τον εαυτό μας και για τις σχέσεις μας με τους άλλους, αλλά και συνειδητοποίησης ότι η όποια αλήθεια συχνά δεν είναι μόνο μία. Είναι μία συζήτηση με Νόημα για κάποιο Νόημα που μπορεί να αναζητούμε, το οποίο συχνά μας διαφεύγει, και που είναι σημαντικό να το βρίσκουμε σε κάθε πτυχή της ζωντανής μας ύπαρξης, που συνδέεται με τους άλλους και με μας τους ίδιους .

Makrina Theodorou is a Psychologist (License No.: 1900-1/8/2018) with a private practice located in Ambelokipi. She studied Psychology at Panteion University and completed postgraduate studies at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in Health Promotion and Education. She has been trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy through the Cognitive Psychotherapy training program of EPIPSY in collaboration with Aeginiteio Hospital, 1st Psychiatric Clinic. Additionally, in recent years, she has been training in Systemic Psychotherapy at the Athens Center for the Study of the Human (AKMA). Her professional experience as a Psychologist includes work in psychiatric units of general hospitals, community mental health centers, and specialized treatment centers. Currently, she is employed by a multinational company as an Occupational Psychologist, providing counseling and psychological support to employees, while also privately treating adolescents and adults through face-to-face and online sessions.

Anastopoulou Filippa is a Psychologist (MSc) offering online sessions. She holds a degree from the Department of Applied Psychology at the University of Derby and a postgraduate qualification in Clinical Psychology and Counseling. She continually enhances her knowledge through specialized seminars on mental health and psychotherapy topics, while also undergoing training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She is a member of the Cyprus Association of Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapists (S.G.S.P.K.) and the EABCT. She possesses significant clinical experience, having worked in mental health facilities, including a Psychiatry department, providing support to individuals with various psychological difficulties. Her work focuses on the management of anxiety, somatoform and depressive disorders, grief, addictions, and other mental health issues. With scientific training and a person-centered approach, she delivers high-quality psychological support and therapy services.

Agglopoulou Efi is a Psychologist who operates a private practice in Panormou. She holds a degree in Psychology from the European University Cyprus and has completed a postgraduate training program in Clinical and Community Psychology (University of East London). She has worked as a Psychologist in Facilities and Protected Apartments, has volunteered at The Smile of the Child, and is a regular member of the Hellenic Psychologists Association. In her private practice, she manages a wide range of cases, focusing on a passion for her work and, above all, the best possible service tailored to the individual needs of each person she treats.

Panopoulou Xara is a Psychologist, Sexologist, and Psychotherapist.

She completed her studies in Psychology (BSc) at Panteion University and has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Additionally, she specializes in the Treatment of Psychosexual Disorders and has presented at conferences related to sexual health. She is continuing her education in Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), having completed the basic cycle and proceeding with supervision and further professional development.

The office is located at the Smart CNS Center, in Syntagma, a specialized mental health medical center that offers a modern, safe, and supportive environment.

Previously, she has provided services in private practices and organizations such as the Special Clinic for Sexual Disorders (Aeginiteio Hospital), the Psychogeriatric Society "Nestor," the Counseling Station & Telephone Line for HIV/AIDS, the NGO IASIS, milamou.gr, and PRAKSIS.

She works with a broad range of psychological difficulties, including anxiety, depression, relationship disorders, sexual dysfunctions, and self-esteem issues, tailoring her techniques according to the needs of each patient.

Maria Kyriakidi is a Psychologist MSc, licensed to practice and a certified Psychotherapist in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, primarily operating in central Athens. Her first degree was in the Department of History and Philosophy of Science at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Utilizing interdisciplinary thinking to understand human behavior and learning, she realized her interest focuses on the ways people perceive, feel, learn, and interact. This pursuit led her to dedicate herself to studies in the field of Psychology. She graduated with honors from the University of East London and completed the Master's Program in "Mental Health of Children and Adolescents" at the European University of Cyprus. She has completed an internship at the Pediatric Medical Center of Pallini at Sismanogleio General Hospital of Athens and volunteered at the Shelter for Unaccompanied Minor Refugees "Estia" of the NGO Apostoli. She has undergone further training in the Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapeutic approach at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling (K.E.PSY.SY.) working with adults, children, and adolescents. Additionally, she has completed basic training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) from the Society of Cognitive Behavioral Studies (EGSS). She maintains a private practice in the Ilisia area of Athens, providing psychological support, psychotherapy, and counseling individually to adults, children, and adolescents both in-person and remotely, depending on the availability of the client. Since November 2025, she has been a psychologist at the 2nd KEDASY B' Athens, conducting assessment and support for students.

Sofikiti Roumpini is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Votanikos (near Kerameikos metro station). She completed her undergraduate studies at the Department of Psychology of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Subsequently, she specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling. Additionally, she completed her postgraduate studies in "Applications of Psychology in Health" at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. As part of her thesis, she studied and deepened her understanding of the effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in managing chronic pain. She currently offers individual psychotherapy sessions, both in-person and online. In parallel, for the past two years, she has been collaborating with two private psychotherapy centers. Previously, she volunteered as a psychologist in mental health organizations such as the NGO Iasis and the Society of Social Psychiatry P. Sakellaropoulos. Her practical training was conducted at the Community Center of the Municipality of Agios Dimitrios, Attica. Finally, she has attended numerous individual continuing education seminars in mental health, aiming to further expand her knowledge and professional skills.

Potsis Georgios is a Psychotherapist (trainee) - Mental Health Counselor and maintains a private practice in Galatsi. He has completed the Professional Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling from ICPS College (Pearson Edexcel). Subsequently, he specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the European Institute of Counselling and Psychotherapy (EICP) and is continuing with a comprehensive 4-year training program at the Institute of Synthetic - Systemic Therapy of Thessaloniki, where he specializes in Synthetic - Systemic Psychotherapy. He has also completed a one-year study program in School Psychology. He actively participates in seminars and workshops focused on mental health. He has worked in private counseling and specialized therapy centers, as well as volunteering at NGOs that provide psychosocial support to adolescents and adults. Currently, he offers individual sessions online, providing flexibility and convenience, thereby facilitating access for individuals from all over Greece and abroad.

Myleros Giannis is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Metaxourgeio. He is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Panteion University with a four-year specialization in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy from the Society of Cognitive Behavioral Studies. He has worked as a Psychologist at Differential Diagnosis and Support Centers in Nea Ionia, at the Soldier Support Service in the Hellenic Army, at the Institute for Research and Therapy of Behavior, as well as in Parallel Support. In his practice, he handles cases covering the entire spectrum of psychopathology, such as depression, panic attacks, anxiety, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and others.

Kakarougka Sofia is a Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Metaxourgeio. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of East London - Metropolitan College and subsequently completed her postgraduate studies (MSc) in Clinical Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Scientific College of Greece (SCG) - University of Strasbourg. She has also worked as a Psychologist at the Residential Care Home of the Non-Profit Urban Organization "IASIS," providing psychological support to residents through individual sessions and therapy groups. Her work also involved participating in multidisciplinary teams for the development and monitoring of individualized therapeutic programs, as well as conducting psychometric tests to assess psychological needs and track residents' progress. Additionally, as part of her ongoing education and professional development, she attends seminars and conferences in the field. Notably, she completed a multi-month program at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) titled "Social Clinical Psychology of Addictions: Assessment, Diagnosis, and Development of Therapeutic Skills," as well as the seminar "The Five Stages of Grief," organized by the Interdisciplinary Network for the Specialization of Mental Health Professionals (DEPSPY). She is currently attending the Advanced Seminar in Clinical Psychopathology "PANAGIOTIS OULIS." In her private practice, she currently conducts individual adult sessions both in person and remotely.

Xaroutiounian Roza is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Piraeus. She holds a BSc (Hons) in Psychology from the University of East London and has been trained in Integrative Counseling and Psychotherapy by the Psychological Support, Therapy, and Education Society – E.PSY.TH.E. She has also completed the program "Couples and Family Counseling and Therapy," as well as the "Medical Psychology" program at the Center for Training and Lifelong Learning (KEDIVIM) of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, further enhancing her scientific expertise in relationship issues, family dynamics, and the connection between mental and physical processes, contributing to comprehensive and holistic support for her clients. In her practice, she manages a wide range of cases, always focusing on providing the best possible service tailored to the individual needs of each person she works with.

Kollias Thanos MSc is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Athens, providing psychological support and counseling to adolescents, adults, and couples, applying principles of cognitive and behavioral psychotherapy. He is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has also completed undergraduate studies in the Department of Political Science and Public Administration at the same university, as well as postgraduate studies in Communication, Management, and Innovation at Wageningen University in the Netherlands. His interdisciplinary training contributes to a holistic understanding of human behavior, communication, and interpersonal relationships. He has received further training in Cognitive and Behavioral Psychotherapy at the Society for Cognitive and Behavioral Studies, recognized by the European Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies (EABCT), while simultaneously pursuing a Master's degree in Educational Sciences at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), specializing in the Psychopedagogy of Reading. He has collaborated with mental health institutions such as the Non-Profit Organization IASIS and the General Hospital Asklipieio Voulas (Child Psychiatry Department), gaining experience in assessment, parent counseling, and psychotherapeutic intervention with children and adolescents. In his therapeutic approach, he utilizes music therapy as a means of expression and processing emotions, enhancing emotional understanding and creative communication.

Η Αδαμαντία Δούρη αποφοίτησε από το Τμήμα Ψυχολογίας του Πανεπιστημίου Κρήτης, όπου παρουσίασε την έρευνά της σχετικά με την Παχυσαρκία στο Πανελλήνιο Συνέδριο Ψυχολογίας το 2016. ​Ολοκλήρωσε μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές (MSc) στο King’s College London, όπου στην Ψυχική Υγεία Παιδιών και Εφήβων, ένα από τα κορυφαία εκπαιδευτικά ιδρύματα στον τομέα της ψυχικής υγείας, εστιάζοντας στην κλινική μελέτη των ψυχικών διαταραχών και τη θεραπευτική τους αντιμετώπιση. Στο πλαίσιο της κλινικής της εκπαίδευσης, απέκτησε εμπειρία στο Maudsley Hospital, ένα από τα πιο διάσημα νοσοκομεία ψυχικής υγείας, όπου εξειδικεύτηκε στη διάγνωση και θεραπεία ψυχικών διαταραχών σε ένα ποικιλόμορφο πληθυσμό ασθενών. 

Ολοκλήρωσε τετραετή εκπαίδευση στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφοριστική Ψυχοθεραπεία (CBT) από την Εταιρεία Γνωσιακών Συμπεριφοριστικών Σπουδών, σύμφωνα με τα πρότυπα της Ευρωπαϊκής Εταιρείας Γνωσιακών Συμπεριφοριστικών Ψυχοθεραπειών (EABCT). Παράλληλα, έχει εκπαιδευτεί στην εφαρμογή της θεραπείας EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) για την αντιμετώπιση ψυχικού τραύματος, άγχωδών διαταραχών και φοβιών, ολοκληρώνοντας ειδική εκπαίδευση στο Ινστιτούτο Τραυματοθεραπείας, που είναι αναγνωρισμένος φορέας του EMDR HELLAS και του EMDR EUROPE. 

Με συνδυασμό αυτών των εξειδικεύσεων και μεθόδων, προσφέρει μια πλήρη και εξειδικευμένη προσέγγιση στην ψυχική υγεία, διασφαλίζοντας ότι κάθε ασθενής λαμβάνει την κατάλληλη και εξατομικευμένη θεραπεία για την προσωπική του ανάγκη.

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Επαγγελματική Εμπειρία​

Έχει εργαστεί ως κλινική ψυχολόγος - ψυχοθεραπεύτρια σε κλινικά πλαίσια, σε διάφορα νοσοκομεία και οργανισμούς, τόσο στην Ελλάδα όσο και στο εξωτερικό. Η κλινική της πορεία ξεκίνησε με την εργασία της εθελοντικά ως κλινική ψυχολόγος στο Παιδοψυχιατρικό Τμήμα του Νοσοκομείου Παίδων Παναγιώτης & Αγλαΐα Κυριακού, όπου παρέμεινε για ένα χρόνο στο πλαίσιο της πρακτικής της άσκησης. Στη συνέχεια, εργάστηκε ως κλινικός ψυχολόγος για αρκετά χρόνια στο Εθνικό Σύστημα Υγείας της Μεγάλης Βρετανίας (NHS), σε περιοχές όπως το Λονδίνο (Maudsley Hospital- South London & Maudsley NHS Trust) και το Λιτζ (Bradford District NHS Trust), παρέχοντας ψυχοθεραπεία σε ενήλικες και παιδιά με σοβαρές ψυχικές διαταραχές και τραύματα.

Η εμπειρία της σε νοσοκομειακά περιβάλλοντα την οδήγησε στην εξειδίκευση στην κλινική ψυχολογία, εστιάζοντας σε διάφορες πτυχές και θεραπευτικές μεθόδους για ψυχολογικές δυσκολίες, όπως το άγχος, η κατάθλιψη, οι διαταραχές προσωπικότητας, οι συναισθηματικές δυσκολίες και το ψυχικό τραύμα. Κατά τη διάρκεια της θητείας της, εκπαιδεύτηκε στη χρήση διαγνωστικών εργαλείων, όπως το ADOS για αυτισμό και ΔΕΠΥ, καθώς και σε νοομετρικές κλίμακες (WISC, WPPSI).

Επιπλέον, η ψυχολόγος έχει συνεργαστεί ως ψυχολόγος με ΜΚΟ και διεθνείς οργανισμούς, υποστηρίζοντας ευάλωτες ομάδες, όπως πρόσφυγες και άτομα με ειδικές ανάγκες, αποκτώντας έτσι βαθιά γνώση στην υποστήριξη ατόμων που βιώνουν συνθήκες ψυχολογικής κρίσης και τραύματος. Τα τελευταία χρόνια, αποτελεί εξωτερικό συνεργάτη του Ινστιτούτου Έρευνας και Θεραπείας της Συμπεριφοράς, εστιάζοντας στην κλινική εφαρμογή της Γνωσιακής Συμπεριφοριστικής Ψυχοθεραπείας.

Από το 2020, διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο και προσφέρει εξειδικευμένες ψυχοθεραπευτικές υπηρεσίες που προσαρμόζονται στις ατομικές ανάγκες κάθε θεραπευόμενου. Στην καθημερινή της πρακτική, η κα. Δούρη λαμβάνει τακτική εποπτεία και διαρκώς ενημερώνεται για τις εξελίξεις στον τομέα της ψυχικής υγείας, καθώς και για νέες τεχνικές και μεθόδους που μπορούν να ενισχύσουν την αποτελεσματικότητα της θεραπείας. Με προσανατολισμό στην ολιστική φροντίδα του ατόμου, προσαρμόζει την προσέγγισή της ανάλογα με τις ανάγκες κάθε θεραπευόμενου, δίνοντας έμφαση στη βέλτιστη υγεία και ευημερία του.

Skafidas Panagiotis is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist, Couples Therapist, and maintains a private practice in Neos Kosmos. He holds a state license to practice Psychology and is a member of the EFT Greek Network. He studied Psychology at Lancaster University in England and subsequently completed a postgraduate program in Integrative Psychotherapy and Adult Counseling at the University of Derby. This provided him with the essential knowledge for a combination of approaches and techniques that he can adapt according to the individual and the needs they bring to therapy. Continuing his education, he found great interest in couples and human relationships and pursued a two-year specialization program in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples. He assists individuals with various difficulties to receive support at the level they desire. With his knowledge and experience, he acts as an ally to help each psychotherapy client understand and unlock the situation they are in. His thirst for knowledge is unending, and he regularly attends seminars, webinars, workshops, and lectures both in Greece and abroad.