Health professionals for Depression near Perama

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)

Mparmpagiannis Sarantos is a Psychiatrist who maintains a private practice in Piraeus. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has served for many years as a physician at the KASTALIA clinic. He possesses extensive experience in all mental disorders (Anxiety disorders, panic attacks, mood disorders, depression, postpartum depression, psychoses, organic psychosyndromes, symptomatic management of dementia) and collaborates with specialized centers for substance addiction rehabilitation. He also handles cases involving intellectual disability and autism. Finally, the doctor serves as the scientific director of a center for individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism.

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.

Anita Prodromou, always respecting the uniqueness of each individual, is a PhD candidate at the University of Essex in the United Kingdom. She is a Psychologist and has been operating a private practice in Piraeus (near the train and metro station) since 2012. She is a member of the SEPS, BPS, and BACP. She holds a degree in Integrative Counselling with a specialization in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Essex. Additionally, she holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and Counselling from the University of Derby. She is also certified by the BPS as a supervisor of psychology students and professionals. Her approach is Integrative Counselling, incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as well as Person-Centered Therapy, always respecting the individual. The focus of the therapeutic process depends on each unique case. Following the initial assessment session, the most appropriate therapeutic approach is selected based on evidence-based research as the most effective method for each individual. Sessions are available for adults, adolescents, young adults, children, families, and couples.

Karydakis Aleksandros is a Clinical Psychologist - Gestalt Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Keratsini. He completed his studies in Psychology with a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree from the University of East London and a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Essex, specializing in clinical assessment, prevention, and treatment of mental disorders. Additionally, he has completed a four-year training in Gestalt Psychotherapy and holds certification from the Gestalt Foundation. His clinical experience includes working with adults, children, and adolescents across a broad spectrum of mental disorders. He has also worked with groups, couples, and families. In recent years, he has been working at the Mental Health Unit - Day Center "Ariadne," providing clinical assessment and psychotherapy services to individuals diagnosed with psychotic and other mental disorders. Furthermore, he is a scientific collaborator of the NGO Beyond Burnout, where he coordinates therapeutic groups. In the research field, he has studied work-related stress, the impact of family relationships on depression, and the effectiveness of group psychotherapy in psychosis. Finally, he is a regular member of the Greek Psychological Society (SEPS) and an associate member of the Hellenic Gestalt Psychotherapy Association (EEPSG). He maintains ongoing engagement with scientific conferences, seminars, and workshops and seeks continuous development through personal therapy and supervision.

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.

Evgenia Grypari is a Psychologist with extensive experience in the field of mental health, currently collaborating with the center “Charin Noiseos” in Moschato. She graduated from the Department of Psychology of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, School of Philosophy, while simultaneously attending the Hellenic Military Academy of Corps Officers (2009–2013). She later completed her Master’s Degree in “Mental Health and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry” at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (2020–2022).

Since 2013, she has been serving as a psychologist in the Hellenic Navy, having worked in several mental health units such as the Psychiatric Clinic of the Naval Hospital of Athens, the Joint Center for Mental Health of the Armed Forces (414 SNEN), and the Naval Hospital of Salamina. She has also staffed the 24-hour National Helpline for Psychological Support and Crisis Intervention, and has served aboard a warship as a military psychologist, gaining valuable insight into the psychological challenges faced by personnel in operational environments. Additionally, she has held administrative and coordinating positions related to health and personnel management within the Armed Forces.

Evgenia Grypari participates annually in the selection and evaluation processes for candidates of the military academies and Armed Forces personnel. She has also completed internships at the Self-Help Promotion Program of Thessaloniki (supporting individuals in substance recovery) and at the Psychiatric Department of the “Agia Sofia” Children’s Hospital.

Her clinical experience covers a wide range of cases, including:

• Depression and anxiety disorders
• Personality disorders and psychoses
• Relationship and marital difficulties
• Parental counseling and divorce management
• Perinatal and postpartum depression
• Eating disorders
• Adolescent issues and identity development
• Sexual disorders and sexual identity concerns

She has further training and specialization in:

• Child psychology
• Relationship and divorce management
• Art Therapy (Vera Vasarhelyi method) for children and adolescents (6–18 years)
• Children’s drawing interpretation
• Music therapy
• Eating disorders
• High-functioning autism

Her therapeutic approach is person-centered and integrative, aiming to provide a safe and supportive environment that fosters self-awareness, emotional resilience, and personal growth.

Arnaoutaki Erietta - Xristina is a Clinical Psychologist - Psychotherapist and a PhD candidate in Clinical Psychology at the Medical School of Athens. She maintains a private practice as well as the Adult Psychotherapy Center "Hoperapia" in Piraeus. Her doctoral dissertation focuses on the prevention of burnout syndrome in healthcare professionals in the Intensive Care Unit at the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos." Additionally, she holds a master's degree from the Medical School of Athens in Liaison Psychiatry, with research focusing on eating disorders in adolescents and clinical training at the Second University Psychiatric Clinic of the "Attikon" Hospital. She is specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for adults and children-adolescents from the Center for Applied Counseling & Psychotherapy in Athens. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Crete, with clinical practice at the Psychiatric Clinic of the General Hospital of Rethymno. She has volunteered as a Psychologist at the Psycho-Oncology Center at the Specialized Anti-Cancer Hospital of Piraeus METAXA, providing psychological support to both inpatients and outpatients. She has worked as a Psychologist in Secondary Education, providing support to middle and high school students. She continuously enhances her skills through active participation in scientific conferences and training seminars, while also contributing to the authorship of scientific articles. She undertakes cases spanning the entire spectrum of psychology, specifically including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Anxiety Disorders and Panic Attacks - Phobias.