Health professionals for Couple counseling in Athens

Sakaloglou Nikos is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains private practices in Keratsini and Ilisia. He studied Psychology (BA in Psychology) at the European University Cyprus and completed the four-year clinical training program in Psychotherapy at the Institute of Training and Research in Systemic Psychotherapy "Logos Psychis". He holds a professional license to practice as a Psychologist and is a regular member of the Hellenic Psychological Society. He has collaborated with various mental health structures, both private and public. In recent years, he has been working privately as a psychologist – psychotherapist, providing services to adults, couples, families, and therapeutic groups.

Skandali Mairi is a Person-Centered Psychotherapist - Mental Health Counselor and maintains a private practice in Koukaki. She holds a Level 5 diploma in therapeutic counseling and specialized for five years at the ICPS College for Humanistic Science in Person-Centered Counseling Psychotherapy from the University of Strathclyde. Subsequently, she completed the training program for the Completion of the Externship in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (ICEEFT) for couple therapy. She is a certified trainer of the Parent Effectiveness Training (PET) program by Gordon Hellas. She works with adults and couples addressing anxiety, panic disorders, depression, grief management, relationship and companionship pathology, post-traumatic stress, communication skills, self-improvement, and low self-esteem. Additionally, she is a member of the Panhellenic Association of Professionals of the Person-Centered and Experiential Approach (PEEP) and the European Association for Psychotherapy (EAP), and has attended seminars aimed at further professional development.

Mountouris Panagiotis MSc is the scientific director at "ALTHAIA AmKE," a company providing support, therapy, rehabilitation, and promotion of psychosocial health within the psychiatric reform program "PSYHARGOS." He also works privately, offering services related to adult psychotherapy. He completed postgraduate studies (MSc) in psychotherapy at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, in the Medical School. Additionally, he has undergone five years of training in psychotherapy at the Hellenic Society for Group Analysis and Family Therapy and holds certified training in clinical psychopathology from the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of Aiginiteio Hospital. As part of his continuous professional development, he trains in programs concerning clinical intervention in mental health, psychoanalysis, and psychodynamic psychotherapy, while simultaneously participating in weekly supervision and individual psychotherapy.

Ilia Mpirmpa is a Mental Health Consultant specializing in Systemic Psychotherapy. Since 2007, she has worked as an educator in a Public Greek School, and since 2022, she has collaborated with ESYTHEPAS/KEDITHAS, a member of EFTA (European Family Therapy Association), as a Mental Health Consultant, providing support to adolescents, adults, and couples. She studied English Philology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and continued her studies at Warwick University in England, where she completed a master's degree in Cultural Studies. From 2020 to 2024, she attended the Center for the Investigation, Improvement, and Therapy of Human Systems at the Society for Systemic Therapy and Intervention (ESYTHEPAS), specializing in Systemic and Family Psychotherapy. Sessions are conducted in Greek or English, as well as online upon arrangement.

Η Βασιλική Μητρούσια, MSc, MPH, PhD(c), είναι Ψυχολόγος – Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Saint Leo University (Florida, USA), με αναγνώριση τίτλου σπουδών από τον ΔΟΑΤΑΠ και άδεια άσκησης επαγγέλματος Ψυχολόγου. Από το 2011 εργάζεται ως στρατιωτικός ψυχολόγος στον Στρατό Ξηράς, έχοντας αποκτήσει πολυετή κλινική εμπειρία σε στρατιωτικά νοσοκομεία, ενώ από τον Σεπτέμβριο του 2025 δραστηριοποιείται παράλληλα και στον ιδιωτικό τομέα.

Στην ιδιωτική της πρακτική παρέχει ατομική ψυχοθεραπεία ενηλίκων, καθώς και θεραπεία ζεύγους και οικογένειας. Αναλαμβάνει, μεταξύ άλλων, αγχώδεις διαταραχές, κρίσεις πανικού, φοβίες, ιδεοψυχαναγκαστική διαταραχή (OCD) και συναφείς δυσκολίες, ζητήματα αυτοεκτίμησης, πένθος και δυσκολίες προσαρμογής σε σημαντικές αλλαγές και μεταβάσεις της ζωής. Παρέχει επίσης ψυχοεκπαίδευση για ένα ευρύ φάσμα ψυχικών διαταραχών, συμπεριλαμβανομένων των ψυχωτικών διαταραχών, καθώς και ψυχολογική και ψυχομετρική αξιολόγηση.

Η θεραπευτική της προσέγγιση βασίζεται στη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία, εστιάζοντας στην κατανόηση των δυσκολιών του ατόμου μέσα στο ευρύτερο πλαίσιο των σχέσεων, της οικογένειας και των εμπειριών ζωής του. Παράλληλα, γνωσιακές και συμπεριφορικές τεχνικές αξιοποιούνται στοχευμένα, ανάλογα με το θεραπευτικό αίτημα, για τη διερεύνηση και τροποποίηση δυσλειτουργικών μοτίβων σκέψης και συμπεριφοράς, την αντιμετώπιση συγκεκριμένων συμπτωμάτων και την ανάπτυξη περισσότερο λειτουργικών στρατηγικών διαχείρισης των δυσκολιών.

Έχει ολοκληρώσει τετραετή εκπαίδευση στη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία Οικογένειας και Ζεύγους, εκπαίδευση στην Πολυοικογενειακή Ψυχοθεραπεία, καθώς και διετή εκπαίδευση στη Θεραπεία Συμπεριφοράς των Διαταραχών Άγχους. Οι εκπαιδεύσεις πραγματοποιήθηκαν στο Ερευνητικό Πανεπιστημιακό Ινστιτούτο Ψυχικής Υγιεινής (ΕΠΙΨΥ), σε συνεργασία με την Α΄ Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών (Αιγινήτειο Νοσοκομείο).

Κατέχει Μεταπτυχιακό Δίπλωμα Ειδίκευσης (MSc) στην Εφαρμοσμένη Γνωστική και Αναπτυξιακή Ψυχολογία από το Πάντειο Πανεπιστήμιο, όπου είναι υποψήφια διδάκτορας στην Κλινική–Γνωστική Ψυχολογία. Η διδακτορική της έρευνα επικεντρώνεται στην αντίληψη χρονικών πολυαισθητηριακών ερεθισμάτων, διερευνώντας τον τρόπο με τον οποίο ο εγκέφαλος συνδυάζει και οργανώνει χρονικές πληροφορίες από διαφορετικές αισθήσεις, στις διαταραχές του φάσματος της σχιζοφρένειας. Κατέχει επίσης μεταπτυχιακό τίτλο στη Δημόσια Υγεία (MPH) από την Εθνική Σχολή Δημόσιας Υγείας, με εξειδίκευση στα χρόνια νοσήματα και τις συμπεριφορές υγείας.

Από το 2011 έως το 2022 υπηρέτησε στην Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του 414 ΣΝΕΝ, ενώ στη συνέχεια υπηρετεί στη Διασυνδετική Ψυχιατρική του 401 ΓΣΝΑ, στο Τμήμα Ψυχικής Υγείας – Ψυχομετρίας, όπου, μεταξύ άλλων, έχει την ευθύνη του τομέα ψυχομετρίας. Το κλινικό της έργο περιλαμβάνει ψυχολογική και ψυχομετρική αξιολόγηση, ψυχοθεραπευτική παρέμβαση, διαχείριση κρίσεων και πένθους και ψυχοεκπαίδευση, καθώς και ψυχολογική υποστήριξη ατόμων με ψυχικές διαταραχές ή/και οργανικά νοσήματα και των οικογενειών τους.

Διαθέτει εκπαίδευση και εμπειρία στη χορήγηση και ερμηνεία ψυχομετρικών και κλινικών εργαλείων, μεταξύ των οποίων τα MMPI-II, WAIS-IV, PANSS και SCID-5-PD. Έχει επίσης συνεργαστεί με τη Μονάδα Εφηβικής Υγείας της Β΄ Παιδιατρικής Κλινικής του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών, στο Νοσοκομείο Παίδων «Π. & Α. Κυριακού», καθώς και με την Εισαγγελία και το Πρωτοδικείο Αθηνών ως ψυχολόγος πραγματογνώμονας.

Παράλληλα με το κλινικό της έργο, συμμετέχει ενεργά στην επιστημονική έρευνα ως μέλος του Multisensory and Temporal Processing Lab του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου. Έχει παρουσιάσει επιστημονικές εργασίες σε συνέδρια και είναι υπεύθυνη έρευνας σε μελέτη που εκπονείται στο 401 ΓΣΝΑ και αφορά τη μετατραυματική ανάπτυξη ασθενών με νεοπλασματική νόσο. Είναι επίσης τακτικό μέλος της Ε.Ε.Σ.ΣΚΕ.Ψ.Ο.

Maria Kalliora is an MSc Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist with Professional Practice License No. 3996/2013 and maintains a private practice in Panormou, providing individual adult psychotherapy, family therapy, couples therapy, and parental counseling services. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki of the Military School of Corps Officers and holds a postgraduate degree in "Liaison Psychiatry: Integrated Physical and Mental Health Care" from the Medical School of the University of Athens. Since 2013, she has worked in primary and secondary mental health care facilities of the Armed Forces. She has completed training as a Parent Schools Coordinator at the Panhellenic Association of Parent Schools and has attended a training program at 18 ANO on "Problematic Internet Use." Additionally, she has completed her training in Trauma Therapy using the Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) method at the Athens Trauma Therapy Institute.

Currently, she works at the Psychiatric Clinic of the Navy Hospital of Athens, and since 2023, she has been an external collaborator of the Psychometrics and Neuropsychology Laboratory at Aiginiteio Hospital. She is continuing her specialization in Family and Couples Therapy at E.P.I.PSY.

Haroula Tsatsani is a Psychologist, graduate of the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), and a Relational Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist, certified by the Institute of Relational and Group Psychotherapy (ISOPS). She is a member of the International Association for Relational Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy (IARPP) and the American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA). She has successfully completed the Master's Program in "Clinical Management of Addictions" at the Athens Medical School and has extensive clinical experience in public and private mental health institutions. She has collaborated with Day Centers (Ariadni–KMOP, Galini–Prometheus), the Psychological Support Hotline 10306, primary and secondary education schools as a school psychologist, as well as hospitals such as "Evangelismos". Additionally, she has experience in the diagnosis and treatment of sexual dysfunctions, as well as supporting children and adolescents in shelters for unaccompanied minors. Currently, she maintains a private practice in Mets, providing psychotherapy to adults and adolescents facing difficulties in interpersonal relationships, mental disorders, psychosomatic symptoms, addictions, and other challenges. Simultaneously, she collaborates with the psychotherapeutic center "Psychoplefsi" in Athens and the Konstantakou office in Western Attica. She holds a Professional Practice License as a Psychologist (7894/12.10.2016) and receives consistent supervision and training, continuously advancing her personal and professional development.

Koratzani Panagiota is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains her private practice in Ilisia. She holds a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specializes in Systemic-Synthetic Psychotherapy. She is currently enrolled in a training program in Sexual Education and the Psychology of Adolescent Relationships. She has attended numerous seminars and has worked at the Hellenic Center for Mental Health and Research in the Child Guidance Service, A’ Athens, as well as the Counseling Line of the "Together for Children" Association. 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 person she treats.

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.

Mantioglou Nora is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains her private practice in Syntagma. She holds a degree in Psychology from Panteion University and a Master's Degree in "Integrated Psychiatry: Integrated care of physical and mental health" from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has been trained in the administration of projective tests including the Thematic Apperception Test (T.A.T.), Children’s Apperception Test (C.A.T.), and Children's Drawing Test by the Interdisciplinary and Research Psychosocial Support for Children and Adults (DI.K.E.PSY). Additionally, she has received training in Systemic and Family Therapy and Group Therapy from the Society of Systemic Therapy and Intervention in individuals, families, and broader systems. She provides her services not only at her private practice but also at the Center for Special Therapies "Therapaizontas." She has served as a Psychologist at the Counseling & Psychotherapy Center for children, adolescents, and adults "NEMIA." She has worked at the Psychotherapy Center "Synichisi," handling cases related to adolescent psychotherapy and parental counseling, at "The Smile of the Child" organization, as a Psychologist - member of a research team at the University General Hospital "Attikon," as well as at the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica. She has also participated in the program "Citizens against Depression" by the Society for Regional Development and Mental Health (EPSY). Finally, she has served as a Psychologist at the Day Center "Franco Basaglia."

Yro Stamou is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist specializing in psychoanalytic orientation. She practices privately in the Ilisia area while also serving as a scientific collaborator at the "Therapis General" hospital. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences and holds professional license number 7447/1998. Additionally, she is a candidate group psychotherapist at the S.H. Foulkes Institute of Group Analysis. She provides individual and group psychotherapy services for adults, focusing on establishing a stable and authentic therapeutic relationship. With respect for the uniqueness of each individual and their personal psychological journey, she addresses a wide range of difficulties such as anxiety, depression, dysfunctions in interpersonal relationships, and psychological pain that is often difficult to express verbally.

Danai Volitaki is a Social Anthropologist - Systemic Family Psychotherapist providing sessions to adults and couples. She completed her undergraduate studies in Social Anthropology and History at the University of the Aegean, followed by a one-year postgraduate training program in Applied Counseling. She specialized in the Systemic and Family Psychotherapy program at the Laboratory for the Investigation of Human Relations, certified by international and European psychotherapy bodies (ELESYTH, EFTA, EAP, EEPS), gaining valuable clinical experience alongside esteemed trainers and supervisor psychotherapists. Subsequently, she completed the annual seminar on Therapeutic Treatment of Addictions at the public Detoxification Center 18 ANO. During her specialization in systemic family therapy, she participated in a clinical psychotherapy team at the Laboratory for the Investigation of Human Relations and began working privately as a psychotherapist. She has extensive experience in the field of Non-Governmental Organizations, having worked with vulnerable groups, providing counseling services to ex-prisoners, unemployed individuals, and people facing substance, alcohol, and gambling addiction issues, which enables her to offer a holistic therapeutic approach. Additionally, she has worked with infants, adolescents, and adults with disabilities (ASD and intellectual disabilities). She has volunteered at the Detoxification Unit 18 ANO, participating in individual and family sessions with addicted individuals and their families. Since 2018, she has worked privately as a Systemic Family Psychotherapist and concurrently as a Therapist for addicted individuals in the organization Group for UNESCO of Piraeus and Islands.

Skolarikou Eleni is a Psychologist, Child Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Neos Kosmos. She holds a degree in Psychology from the Open University UK. Subsequently, she completed postgraduate studies (MSc) in Applied Psychology at Derby University as well as in Child Development Psychology at the University of Central Lancashire. Additionally, she has completed a three-year postgraduate training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Adults at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling and has attended a postgraduate seminar in Positive Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (Positive CBT) at the Society for Cognitive Behavioral Studies. She has worked as a Psychologist in various settings, gaining valuable experience such as at the Red Cross Hospital, Korgialeneio - Benakeio, and the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling. In her private practice, she handles cases across the full spectrum of Psychology, conducting sessions with adults, children, adolescents, and parents.

Roumelioti Marianna is a Psychologist - Integrative Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Kolonaki. She holds a degree in Psychology from the Open University of the UK and completed a four-year training program in Integrative Psychotherapy at the Athens Synthesis Centre, obtaining the European Certificate of Psychotherapy (ECP).

She completed her internship at the Psychiatric Clinic of Aiginiteio Hospital, where she actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for the assessment and management of clinical cases, gaining significant experience in interdisciplinary collaboration as well as in the understanding and evaluation of mental disorders. Concurrently, at the Roots Wellness Center, she supported clients dealing with issues such as anxiety, depressive disorders, adjustment difficulties, grief, and interpersonal challenges. She has also voluntarily offered her services to non-governmental organizations aimed at supporting vulnerable groups.

In her psychotherapeutic practice, she handles cases covering the entire spectrum of psychology, with an emphasis on individual psychotherapy for adults, parent and adolescent counseling, and couples therapy. The Integrative Psychotherapy she applies aims at a holistic understanding and support of the individual, combining elements from different approaches to create a personalized path focused on the therapeutic relationship, acceptance, and personal development.

She remains under consistent supervision and attends numerous seminars and conferences to stay continuously updated on contemporary scientific developments.

Ο Νίκος Μαγιόγλου είναι Ψυχολόγος – Ψυχοθεραπευτής Υπαρξιακής - Συστημικής προσέγγισης και διατηρεί το ιδιωτικό γραφείο του στα Κάτω Πατήσια.

Είναι αριστούχος απόφοιτος του τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου, καθώς και κάτοχος μεταπτυχιακού τίτλου Συμβουλευτικής Ψυχολογίας του Πανεπιστημίου Θεσσαλίας. Η εκπαίδευσή του στο 6ετές πρόγραμμα Υπαρξιακής-Συστημικής προσέγγισης του Θεραπευτικού και Εκπαιδευτικού Ινστιτούτου “Αντίστιξη” αποτελεί τη βάση της ψυχοθεραπευτικής του φιλοσοφίας. Θεωρώντας απαραίτητη τη συνεχιζόμενη κατάρτιση και εξέλιξη εκπαιδεύτηκε στο πρόγραμμα "Εισαγωγή στην Ψυχιατρική και τις Ψυχιατρικές Υποειδικότητες" και στη "Σεξουαλική Διαπαιδαγώγηση Παιδιών και Εφήβων" στο Εθνικό και Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών, ενώ έχει παρουσιάσει το ερευνητικό του έργο σε επιστημονικά συνέδρια.

H επαγγελματική του σταδιοδρομία ξεκίνησε σε Κέντρο Ημέρας, όπου εργάστηκε με παιδιά στο Φάσμα του Αυτισμού και τις οικογένειές τους. Στη συνέχεια, παρείχε κλινικό έργο στο 414 Στρατιωτικό Νοσοκομείο, καθώς και στο Νοσοκομείο Βόλου, όπου απέκτησε εμπειρία εργαζόμενος με εφήβους και ενήλικες στην Παιδοψυχιατρική και την Ψυχιατρική κλινική αντίστοιχα. Επίσης, έχει εργαστεί σε ξενώνα φιλοξενίας ασυνόδευτων προσφύγων, καθώς και στη γραμμή στήριξης για τον κορονοϊό της Περιφέρειας Αττικής και του Ιατρικού Συλλόγου Αθηνών. Στα πλαίσια της εθελοντικής του προσφοράς, έχει συντονίσει ομάδες γονέων σε συνεργασία με το Πανεπιστήμιο Θεσσαλίας, ενώ έχει παράσχει τις υπηρεσίες του και στον Πανελλήνιο Αθλητικό Σύλλογο Κινητικά Αναπήρων. Από το 2019 βρίσκεται στο χώρο της εκπαίδευσης, έχοντας εργαστεί ως ψυχολόγος σε Σχολεία της πρωτοβάθμιας και της δευτεροβάθμιας εκπαίδευσης, σε ΚΕ.Δ.Α.Σ.Υ., καθώς και σε Σχολεία Δεύτερης Ευκαιρίας.

Στο ιδιωτικό του γραφείο, προσφέρει τις υπηρεσίες του αξιοποιώντας την πολύπλευρη εμπειρία του σε ενήλικες, εφήβους και ζευγάρια. Η προσέγγισή του εστιάζει στη μοναδικότητα του ανθρώπινου προσώπου και επιχειρεί να δημιουργήσει έναν ασφαλή χώρο, όπου θα αξιοποιηθούν οι υγιείς δυνάμεις του κάθε θεραπευμένου, καθώς και η επιθυμία του για αλλαγή και εξέλιξη.

Περισσότερες πληροφορίες σχετικά με την ψυχοθεραπευτική του προσέγγιση, τις παρεχόμενες υπηρεσίες και ενημερωτικά άρθρα για θέματα ψυχικής υγείας είναι διαθέσιμες στην ιστοσελίδα του, entherapy.gr.

Themis Marinou is a professional in the field of mental health, possessing multifaceted academic and professional training. She holds a degree from the Department of Sociology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences and specialized diplomas from Mediterranean College in Counseling and Psychology, as well as in Group Counseling and Psychotherapy.

Currently, she is a final-year student in the Master’s Program in Integrative Counseling and Psychotherapy at the University of Derby (UK), and she is also a trainee member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), adhering to the ethical guidelines and standards of the association.

She has attended and completed numerous educational programs and specialized seminars, with a particular focus on Gender-Based Violence and victim support, Grief and Loss Management, as well as contemporary therapeutic approaches, tools, and techniques.

Continuing education and professional development constitute a central pillar of her professional philosophy, as she regularly participates in training sessions and supervision to further enhance her clinical practice.

Since 2021, she has been working as a Psychotherapist and Mental Health Counselor in private therapeutic centers, supporting adults within a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental therapeutic framework. Her aim is to facilitate personal growth, the processing of traumatic experiences, and the strengthening of her clients' psychological resilience.

Kaltsouni Xara is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Pangrati. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete and completed her postgraduate studies at the University of Utrecht, specializing in Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychology. Additionally, she is a trainee in Systemic - Family Psychotherapy at the Laboratory for the Investigation of Human Relations in Athens. What attracted her to Systemic therapy is the holistic perspective on the individual. From this viewpoint, the psychological focus shifts from the individual to the whole, resulting in an expansion of our "internal lens" that leads to a multifactorial understanding of our internal organization. Regarding her professional experience, in recent years, she has worked at the Association for Mental Health in Patras (S.O.PSY.), aiming to provide psychological support to individuals with psychosocial difficulties. Finally, she has worked with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), where she contributed to the psychosocial rehabilitation of vulnerable groups.