Health professionals for Couple counseling in Attica

At the ARKESIS Mental Health Center, a comprehensive psychotherapeutic and psychiatric framework is offered for adults, adolescents, and children. Through the integration of psychodynamic/psychoanalytic approaches, systemic and group therapy, as well as specialized psychiatric support, a safe environment is created for recognizing individual needs, with the ultimate goal of personal development and mental well-being. Psychiatric services are also provided at the center. The founder of the center, Melina Arkesis Tzakou, based in Nea Ionia, Attica, provides mental health services as a Psychologist - Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist. She is a graduate of the European University Cyprus (EUC), a regular member of the Hellenic Psychological Society and the British Psychological Society (BPS). Currently, she is completing her specialization in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (DIKEPSY) and a Master's degree in Applied Developmental Psychology at the Hellenic Open University. She has received additional training in Clinical Psychopathology and Clinical Skills at the Panagiotis Oulis Clinical Psychopathology program at EPIPSY. At the same time, she has been trained in Synthetic Approach Mental Health Counseling at the Athens Synthesis Centre. She is certified to administer projective tests such as TAT, CAT, Child Drawing Test, and the Rorschach Inkblot Test. Melina Arkesis Tzakou, together with her scientific team of experienced and qualified psychotherapists specializing in Systemic and Psychoanalytic approaches, achieves the appropriate provision of mental health services for adults, adolescents, couples, and parents. The team always operates under the supervision of Ms. Melina Arkesis Tzakou, who ensures the maintenance of scientific rigor, the proper therapeutic approach, and the uninterrupted progress of psychotherapies.

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.

Frrokai Foteini - Elvisa is a Psychologist - Systemic Family Psychotherapist (BSc, MSc, PhDc), PhD Candidate in Psychology, a Sylff Japanese Foundation Fellow, and maintains a private practice in Glyfada. Regarding her educational background, she obtained her first degree from the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete and subsequently earned a Master’s Degree specializing in "Counseling Psychology" from the University of Athens. As a top graduate of the University of Athens, she was awarded by the Sylff Japanese Foundation for "High academic performance and leadership skills." She continued her studies as a PhD Candidate in Psychology at the Department of Early Childhood Education of the University of the Aegean under the supervision of Professor Anastasia Tsabarli, with her doctoral thesis entitled "The Quality of the Sibling Relationship in the Greek Family with a Child with Anxiety Disorder." Concurrently, she completed the four-year program in Systemic Psychotherapy (Individual, Couple, Family) at ESYTHEPAS, which is recognized training by the European Family Therapy Association (EFTA). Between 2019-2022, she served as President of the Chios Psychologists Association and for three consecutive years (2020-2022) she held the 1st position among distinguished businesses in the Health sector in Chios as assessed by the company "AEOTI TIS YGEIAS." She is a highly trained professional with many years of experience, as detailed below. She engages in an ongoing process of education, personal psychotherapy, and supervision, believing that a good therapist has a dual role: that of a professional and a scientist.

Anna Vrettou is a Mental Health Consultant - Psychotherapist - Psychoeducator - Facilitator and maintains a private practice in Ilioupoli. Additionally, she collaborates with the Therapeutic Counseling Center (KE.THESY) in Chalandri, Attica as a psychoeducator for students.

Her theoretical approaches are based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Integrative Psychotherapy, and Gestalt, utilizing methods such as play therapy, art therapy, and drama therapy. She has completed a 4-year program in Mental Health Counseling and Couple Counseling, and continues to pursue training in Psychology at a private university as well as in Group Facilitation.

Gialamoudi Ira is a Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Ampelokipoi. Her professional focus centers on issues related to counseling children and parents. She holds a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, as well as a degree in Sociology from Panteion University of Athens. This interdisciplinary background allows for a holistic understanding of both human behavior and the social context within which it develops. She completed her internship in the Child Psychiatry Department of the General Children's Hospital of Penteli, a department that provided extensive experience in mental health cases of children and adolescents as well as parent counseling both in outpatient clinics and in liaison psychiatry settings. Additionally, she has participated in interdisciplinary teams within the department as well as in educational programs up to the present. She holds a professional license to practice and is an active member of the Hellenic Psychological Society. Her practice offers individual as well as group-family sessions based on a systemic approach, addressing issues related to family conflicts, couple communication problems, counseling for parents and children, anxiety, and adolescent mental health concerns.

Nikolidaki Konstantina is a Psychologist with a private practice in Haidari. She studied psychology at Manchester Metropolitan University in the United Kingdom and completed the postgraduate program 'MSc in Drugs Addiction' at Liverpool John Moores University, specializing in addiction therapy. Upon returning to Greece, she completed a postgraduate specialization program in Cognitive Analytic Psychotherapy. Additionally, she has attended various specialized training seminars and continuing education programs in family therapy, group analysis, and psychodrama at the Open Psychotherapeutic Center. She trained in couples therapy and sexual disorders at City University of Seattle, while also participating in experiential training for grief management with Dr. Jane Simington. She is a certified trainer-coordinator of Parent Schools with the Panhellenic Association of Parent Schools. Furthermore, she trained in trauma therapy and post-traumatic stress disorder at the Gestalt Institute of San Francisco. Throughout her career, she has worked as a counselor in the syringe exchange program at Lifeline Manchester’s harm reduction and drug and alcohol treatment center, as well as a psychotherapist and coordinator of psychotherapeutic groups and family groups at the Lyrakou Psychotherapeutic Clinic. Finally, she is a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society and the British Psychological Society.

Vryoni Ilektra is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Athens. She studied Psychology at Panteion University, followed by Child Development in the Psychology Department at the University of Central Lancashire, and completed further training in Developmental Psychopathology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She is a Systemic Psychotherapist and provides family psychotherapy sessions. In recent years, she has worked as a Psychologist in Centers for Special Therapies. Additionally, she has extensive experience in anxiety disorders, emotional disorders, as well as parent counseling.

Papasavva Vilma is an adult and couples psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Neo Psychiko. She has completed postgraduate studies in Counseling Psychology and Psychotherapy (MSc) at the American College of Greece, Deree. She holds degrees from the Faculty of Philosophy of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and from the University of Kent in Canterbury (MA) in the United Kingdom. She has completed the Interdepartmental University Clinical Training Program in Group Dynamics in Psychiatric Settings at the Hellenic Society of Psychoanalytic Group Psychotherapy. She has experience working with public institutions (Research University Institute of Mental Health - E.P.I.PSY., 18 ANO, Municipality of Filothei-Psychiko) as well as educational institutions (Counseling Center, Deree). She is a member of the American Psychological Association (APA). She works in both Greek and English. Her therapeutic approach is psychodynamic. She stays continuously updated in her field through participation in educational seminars of the Hellenic Society of Psychoanalysis and Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (EPSPE), conferences, and psychoanalytic supervision. Alongside her clinical work, she contributes articles to Athens Voice. “Anxiety, depression, trauma, difficulties in relating, professional challenges, the emotional imprint of the family, grief, and losses are inscribed in the mind and body, creating confusion and psychological pain, often incomprehensible. My goal is to accompany my patients in an exploration that will gradually lead them to find their own answers to the essential questions of their lives, in a space of empathy and trust. Psychotherapy is a personal investment that yields benefits not only in the present but also in the future.”

Apostolikas Apostolos is a Psychiatrist who maintains private practices in Trikala and Karditsa. He graduated from the Military Officers School of Corps (SSAS) in 1998 as a Military Physician and in the same year obtained his degree from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. In 2007, he completed his Psychiatry Residency at the 401 Military Hospital of Athens and the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas." Subsequently, in 2009, he was awarded the title of Doctor of Medicine by the Medical School of the University of Ioannina. Finally, the physician is specialized in Short-Term Psychodynamic Psychotherapy (STAPP) and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.

Creating Narratives is a team of therapists providing support to individuals interested in their mental health. Common difficulties arising in human relationships (family, romantic, professional, friendships) can be addressed within a safe environment of understanding and empowerment. Psychotherapy is not only about managing mental health challenges and symptoms. It involves the effort to change a situation into one that is more functional, both for ourselves and for those around us. Furthermore, it can lead to an improvement in an individual's quality of life as well as the discovery of new ways to connect with others. The scientific collaborators of Creating Narratives include Psychologist Jo Grigoriadou, Sociologist Konstantinos Galazios, and also Psychologist Katerina Manioti.

Spanou Zeta is a Psychologist and Systemic Psychotherapist with a private practice in Ambelokipi. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Crete and license number 905-31/5/2016. After completing her undergraduate studies, she pursued postgraduate studies in the Department of Criminology at the University of Leicester, specializing in Clinical Criminology, with official recognition of the degree by DOATAP. She subsequently completed a five-year training program in Systemic Psychotherapy at S.K.E.PSY.S. (Systemic Center for Education and Psychotherapy), where she was trained in individual psychotherapy, couples therapy, as well as group psychotherapy and counseling.

She has completed a one-year specialization program in trauma treatment and the seminar "Versions: Narrative Tools in Therapeutic Practice" [Self and family descriptions, Fiction Tool, Childhood memories, Life stories (life lines, life story interview, prototypical scene), Drawings as stories (DARP, DBN, HTP)], a 30-hour course at the "Logos Psychis" Institute, and is currently specializing in Couples Therapy at the same institute.

Additionally, she has attended training seminars to enhance her therapeutic skills, the most notable of which are the two-day seminar on skills and techniques in Couples Therapy at Logos Psychis, the two-day workshop on children's drawings by Animus Corpus, and the seminar on systemic reframing at the Center for Personal Development and Psychotherapy of Cyprus.

Moreover, she has volunteered at the Municipality and various NGOs, gaining extensive experience working with vulnerable populations, which has enriched her professional practice and understanding of social issues.

Karypidis Konstantinos is a Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Petroupoli. He has been trained in Integrative Counseling and Psychotherapy and holds an Advance Diploma in Counselling & Psychology from the I.C. Institute in Los Angeles. He was awarded the Patient Preference Award by his patients on doctoranytime, who ranked him among the top preferred professionals on the platform. For over 20 years, he has collaborated with executives and employees worldwide, helping them to derive greater satisfaction from their lives and work. His contribution was recognized in 2022 when the international organization Thinkers 360 ranked him among the top 50 global thought leaders in Change Management. He specializes in interpersonal relationships, stress management, anger management, and panic attack management.

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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 την Ένωση Συλλόγων Γονέων και Κηδεμόνων Δήμου Βόλου, ενώ έχει παράσχει τις υπηρεσίες του και στον Πανελλήνιο Αθλητικό Σύλλογο Κινητικά Αναπήρων. Από το 2019 ως το 2026 βρισκόταν 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.

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Karatza Eugenia is a Psychologist and Existential – Systemic Psychotherapist with experience in the treatment of adolescents, adults, and couples, as well as in parent counseling. She maintains a private practice in Pefki. She studied Psychology at the University of Crete and subsequently completed a six-year training in Existential – Systemic Psychotherapy at the ANTISTIXI Psychotherapeutic Institute, under the supervision of Psychiatrists/Child Psychiatrists/Psychotherapists Mr. Dimitris Karagiannis and Ms. Eleni Karagianni. Concurrently, she has specialized in learning disabilities, providing assessment and intervention with scientifically validated tools such as WISC-V, DTLA-3/4, L-a-T-O, and the Mathematical Proficiency Test for children aged 4–16 years. She regularly attends conferences and training seminars related to psychotherapy, relationship dynamics, and contemporary psychological approaches. As a psychotherapist, she holds a profound interest in how each individual relates to themselves and to others, and how through this relationship new paths of development and meaning can be discovered. Her approach is based on the principles of Existential and Systemic Psychotherapy, viewing the individual as a unity extending across the three temporal dimensions of past, present, and future. She believes that through connection, the possibility for deeper understanding, internal coherence, and the creation of new meaning in life emerges. She works with adults, adolescents, couples, and families seeking understanding, balance, and authenticity in their relationships and way of living.