Psychologists for Depression in Kallithea

Gioumpasi Zefi is a Psychologist who operates a private practice in Kallithea. She studied Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences and holds a professional license to practice. She has received postgraduate training in Clinical Psychopathology from the Research University Institute of Mental Health (E.P.I.PSY.) and the First Psychiatric Clinic of the University of Athens - Aeginiteion Hospital, as well as in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy. Her extensive professional experience includes collaboration with various organizations as a Coordinator and Psychologist in Non-Profit Organizations, Day Centers, and Supported Living Facilities, providing individual and group sessions to children and adolescents with typical development and high-functioning disabilities, psychoeducation, and parental counseling. She also collaborates with private centers, offering individual and group sessions focused on Career Guidance for children and adolescents. Additionally, she administers School Readiness Tests and WISC V Intelligence Tests to children and adolescents. She has participated in the psychosocial support telephone helpline, from the First Psychiatric Clinic of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and the Federation of Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Mental Health Agencies "ARGO." She has worked as a psychologist with the Onassis Foundation in the programs "In the Heart of Autism" and "The Art of Recycling." Keeping up with ongoing developments in the field of Psychology and the continuously increasing needs, she has attended a large number of seminars and postgraduate training courses. She offers a wide range of services tailored to the needs of each individual based on Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy.

Η Αποστολοπούλου Εύα είναι Ψυχολόγος με κλινική άδεια ασκήσης επαγγέλματος, απόφοιτη του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου Κοινωνικών και Πολιτικών Επιστημών. Στο πλαίσιο της πρακτικής της άσκησης εργάστηκε στη Διεύθυνση Κοινωνικής Πολιτικής & Υγείας του Δήμου Βύρωνα, όπου εκπαιδεύτηκε στη χρήση ψυχομετρικών εργαλείων και στην αξιολόγηση δυσκολιών παιδιών προσχολικής ηλικίας. Εκεί, ανέλαβε τον συντονισμό παιδικών εργαστηρίων και ψυχοεκπαιδευτικών ομιλιών, ως μέρος της θεραπευτικής παρέμβασης που ανέπτυξε στη διπλωματική της εργασία.

Με περισσότερα από 6 χρόνια επαγγελματικής εμπειρίας σε μεγάλους οργανισμούς και startups σε Ελλάδα και Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο, σε ρόλους που αφορούσαν το Human Resources και το Account Management, η Εύα έχει βαθιά κατανόηση των ανθρώπινων δυναμικών και της διαχείρισης σχέσεων σε πολυσύνθετα επαγγελματικά περιβάλλοντα. Έχει δουλέψει σε μεγάλα projects, με στόχο την αλλαγή εταιρικής κουλτούρας, εμπειρίες που τη βοήθησαν να δει καθαρά ότι η συμπεριφορά δεν μπορεί να εξεταστεί αποκομμένα από το πλαίσιο μέσα στο οποίο ζούμε, δουλεύουμε, μαθαίνουμε... Η έκθεσή της σε διαφορετικές κουλτούρες και οργανωτικά μοντέλα έχει ενισχύσει τη συστημική της οπτική, ώστε να αναγνωρίζει πώς η δομή, οι ρόλοι και τα επικοινωνιακά μοτίβα επηρεάζουν την ατομική και ομαδική συμπεριφορά.

Η επαγγελματική της εξειδίκευση συνεχίζεται μέσω του 4ετούς Προγράμματος Συστημικής Ψυχοθεραπείας & Συμβουλευτικής στο Εργαστήριο “Ροδάκινο”, το οποίο είναι αναγνωρισμένο από τον Ευρωπαϊκό Σύνδεσμο Οικογενειακών Θεραπευτών (E.F.T.A.). Ακόμα, κατέχει πιστοποιητικά επιμόρφωσης στις “Εφαρμογές Συμβουλευτικής σε παιδιά & εφήβους” και στην “Τέχνη ως Θεραπευτικό Εργαλείο”, ενώ συνεχίζει να εκπαιδεύεται πάνω στο αντικείμενό της μέσα από επιστημονικά προγράμματα που εμπλουτίζουν τις γνώσεις της. Αυτή την περίοδο πραγματοποιεί συνεδρίες με παιδιά, εφήβους, ενήλικες και οικογένειες σε πολυδύναμα Κέντρα Ειδικών Θεραπειών. Ταυτόχρονα, εργάζεται ως Ψυχολόγος, προσφέροντας εξ’ αποστάσεως υπηρεσίες συμβουλευτικής σε ανθρώπους όλων των ηλικιών, ενώ συμμετέχει εθελοντικά σε γραμμή τηλεφωνικής υποστήριξης.

Το επαγγελματικό της όραμα είναι να ενσωματώνει την επιστημονική της κατάρτιση με την πρακτική εμπειρία της. Στόχος της είναι να δημιουργεί χώρο, όπου κάθε άνθρωπος μπορεί να ακουστεί, να ενδυναμωθεί και να διαμορφώσει νέους, πιο υγιείς τρόπους σύνδεσης και επικοινωνίας με τους γύρω του.

Matina Stathaki is a Psychologist - Child Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Nea Smyrni. She holds a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with postgraduate specialization in School Psychology from the same university. Since 2007, she has been active in the assessment of learning and emotional difficulties, as well as in counseling and psychological support for children and families. She possesses extensive experience in supporting children, adolescents, parents, and adults. Since 2016, she has operated her own office in Nea Smyrni, where individual and group sessions are offered. She is training in Systemic/Family Psychotherapy and has received additional education in Clinical Psychopathology of adults, children, and adolescents, Eating Disorders, Play Therapy, and Developmental Difficulties. She has collaborated with private centers, kindergartens, and educational institutions, coordinating groups for children and adults as well as parent empowerment programs. Additionally, she has conducted numerous seminars and experiential workshops focusing on therapeutic writing and the use of storytelling as a means of expression. Her therapeutic approach is based on respect, acceptance, and individualized care for each person. She addresses children, adolescents, parents, and adults seeking to manage emotional and learning difficulties, anxiety, or self-esteem issues. Her goal is to create conditions where every individual feels heard, accepted, and able to develop safely. She believes that therapy is not only about managing difficulties but also about discovering the individual's inner strengths.

Dr. Christina Patitsa is a licensed Psychologist practicing privately in her office in Paleo Faliro. She holds a PhD from Panteion University, with a research focus on relationship counseling and partner selection. She completed her undergraduate studies in Psychology in Boston, USA, holds a master's degree in counseling psychology from Boston College, and has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Counseling. She has attended numerous postgraduate training programs, including those at Harvard Medical School and the Benson Institute, related to positive psychology and family therapy. She possesses ten years of clinical experience and has worked in various settings. She provides psychological support to adults, both individually and as couples, as well as online, addressing a broad range of issues such as anxiety problems, interpersonal relationships, anger, self-esteem, infertility, crisis management, and occupational stress. She has an extensive teaching background and a recognized body of written and research work on mental health topics.

Asimakopoulou Ioanna is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Petralona, conducting individual psychotherapy sessions both in-person and online (also in Italian). She is a graduate of the Psychology Department of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and is currently training in Integrative Relational Psychotherapy at the Athens Synthesis Center. She has received training on issues related to HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections concerning the education and psychological support of people living with HIV/AIDS and their relatives. She has attended training cycles in brief couples therapy, parent and adolescent education, Gestalt therapy, Integrative Trauma Therapy and PTSD, as well as Integrative Group Therapy. She has participated in various seminars, psychotherapy marathons, and conferences (including a presentation at the 3rd Forensic Psychiatry Conference). Concurrently, she has worked as a Mental Health Counselor at the NGO "Center of Life" providing psychological support to individuals living with HIV/AIDS. Additionally, she has volunteered as an external collaborator with Attikon Hospital in the Psychiatric Department’s Clinic A, the Addiction Clinic (detoxification from alcohol and other addictions), the Pain Clinic, and in cooperation with the Special Infectious Diseases Unit in the Chemsex Detoxification Clinic. She has coordinated experiential training and professional development workshops for NGO employees at the Institute of Educational and Vocational Guidance (EKEP).

Panagiotakopoulou Eleni and Associates maintain a private practice in Nea Smyrni. Eleni Panagiotakopoulou holds a degree in Psychology from Panteion University and is trained in Interventional Non-Directive Psychotherapy. She works with adults in individual sessions and facilitates self-awareness groups. She addresses those who wish to deepen their personal relationships as well as their self-knowledge, and those whose bodies signal that "something is not right," functioning not as an expert who interprets, but as a facilitator to help them explore their emotions, thoughts, and desires. Takis Pantelopoulos is a Mental Health Counselor and a student in the Department of Psychology at Panteion University. Although his initial studies were in the field of Informatics, his interest in people and human relationships led him to the field of psychology and counseling. He is trained in the Interventional Non-Directive method of training, facilitation, and psychotherapy. He works with adults in individual sessions and facilitates self-awareness groups. He addresses individuals with questions and concerns who wish to understand themselves and others, emphasizing the emergence of their desires.

Asmanoglou Zoi is a Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Koukaki. She completed her undergraduate studies in the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a Master's Degree in Special Education from the Department of Primary Education. She has received psychotherapeutic training in systemic psychotherapy from the Society of Systemic Therapy and Intervention with Individuals, Families, and Wider Systems. Additionally, she has participated in specialized seminars and training in systemic psychotherapy of children, school psychology, and couples therapy. Professionally, she has gained valuable experience as a Psychologist in special therapy centers, focusing on individual psychotherapy of children and adolescents and parental counseling. In her private practice, she conducts individual psychotherapeutic sessions for adults, adolescents, and children, as well as couples therapy and parental counseling.

Η Κουγιουμτζή Κατερίνα είναι Ψυχολόγος - CBT Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Παλαιό Φάληρο. Παρέχει ατομικές συνεδρίες ενηλίκων στα ελληνικά και στα αγγλικά, ακολουθώντας τη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφοριστική προσέγγιση, δια ζώσης και διαδικτυακά προσεγγίζοντας αιτήματα, όπως άγχος, διαταραχές της διάθεσης, διαταραχές πρόσληψης τροφής, διαπροσωπικές σχέσεις, τραύμα, χαμηλή αυτοεκτίμηση και τελειοθηρία. Εκπαιδεύτηκε ως Ψυχολόγος στη Μεγάλη Βρετανία αποκτώντας πτυχίο Ψυχολογίας από το Goldsmiths University of London και μεταπτυχιακό στην Ψυχική Υγεία και τις Ψυχολογικές Θεραπείες (MSc Mental Health, Psychological Therapies) από το Queen Mary University of London. Διαθέτει Post Graduate Diploma στις Ψυχολογικές θεραπείες από το από το ίδιο πανεπιστήμιο και έχει λάβει εκπαίδευση Γνωσιακής Συμπεριφοριστικής Ψυχοθεραπείας (CBT) από την IAPT του Surrey, από το Kέντρο Εφαρμοσμένης Ψυχοθεραπείας και Συμβουλευτικής στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφοριστική Ψυχοθεραπεία ενηλίκων και στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφοριστική Ψυχοθεραπεία παιδιών και εφήβων από το Ινστιτούτο Έρευνας και Θεραπείας της Συμπεριφοράς. Ακόμη, έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία (CBT) για τις διαταραχές πρόσληψης τροφής στο Ερευνητικό Πανεπιστημιακό Ινστιτούτο Ψυχικής Υγιεινής (Ε.Π.Ι.Ψ.Υ.), σε συνεργασία με το Αιγινήτειο Νοσοκομείο, όπου και εκτελεί κλινική άσκηση. Τέλος, έχει λάβει εκπαίδευση Συμβουλευτικής από το SANE του Λονδίνου εγκεκριμένη από το Royal College of Psychiatrists. Έχει εργαστεί σε ψυχιατρικές κλινικές του NHS στο Λονδίνο (Homerton University Hospital, Mile End University Hospital), σε ξενώνες ψυχιατρικής αποκατάστασης, σε γραμμή βοήθειας για την ψυχική υγεία για πάσχοντες και τους φροντιστές τους, στην εξωνοσοκομειακή φροντίδα ψυχικής υγείας του NHS μέσω ψυχολογικών θεραπειών καθώς και ως συντονίστρια ομάδας για την κατάθλιψη στη Μεγάλη Βρετανία. Τέλος, έχει εργαστεί σε διεθνείς οργανισμούς και ΜΚΟ προσφέροντας ψυχοθεραπεία, συμβουλευτική και ψυχοκοινωνική στήριξη σε ευάλωτους πληθυσμούς και επιζώσες έμφυλης βίας.

Asimiadou Matilnta is a Psychologist and aspiring Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Palaio Faliro. She also collaborates with educational and therapeutic centers, providing support to parents and children. She holds a degree in Psychology from the European University of Cyprus and is undergoing training in Gestalt Psychotherapy at the Gestalt Foundation Psychotherapy & Education Center. Concurrently, she participates in the Effective Parenting Workshop at Gordon Hellas. Additionally, she has completed numerous specialized trainings in areas such as psychopathology and evidence-based coaching, while continuously advancing her professional development through supervision and ongoing education.

On a personal level, she has maintained an active therapeutic journey over many years, both through her individual therapy process and participation in psychotherapy groups and various experiential seminars. Her work is characterized by respect for the uniqueness of each individual and a commitment to co-creating therapeutic relationships based on trust and authentic connection. Her aim is to provide a safe and accepting environment in which the individual can explore and make sense of their experiences, starting from present life circumstances. Through this therapeutic coexistence, space is created for self-understanding, recognition of protective mechanisms (which may now be limiting), and the experience of repair through a new, authentic encounter with the Other.

Asimakopoulou Ioanna is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Moschato, offering psychotherapy sessions both in person and online. She is a graduate of the Psychology Department of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a master's degree in Organizational and Economic Psychology from Panteion University. She has also received additional training from the Athens Center for the Study of the Human in the systemic approach, group process, and psychological assessment, as well as from the EFT Greek Network in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples and individuals. She has attended educational programs in clinical hypnosis and narrative therapy and has participated in the design and coordination of psychotherapy marathons, seminars, and therapeutic groups. She has been involved in and attended activities at the Glyfada Municipality Prevention Center (seminars for educators and parents, individual counseling) and the Eastern Attica Chronic Disease Hospital (psychological support) as part of her practical training. As a collaborator with the Ps-Network, she has provided psychological assessment services. She collaborates with the Center for Applied Counseling and Psychotherapy, where she conducts training seminars and experiential workshops and coordinates Self-awareness and Personal Development groups. In her practice, she conducts individual psychotherapy sessions for adolescents and adults addressing cases of depression, anxiety disorders, panic attacks, phobias, interpersonal relationship issues, couples therapy, parent counseling, and facilitates psychotherapy groups using a systemic approach.