Health professionals for Depression near Akadimia

Christina Polyzou is a psychologist and psychotherapist, offering evidence-based psychological support at her private practice in Ampelokipoi, Athens and online. Her therapeutic approach is grounded in scientific research and tailored to the unique needs of each individual.

She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Greenwich, and two Master’s degrees from King’s College London: one in Health Psychology and another in Developmental Psychology & Psychopathology. Her studies in Health Psychology provided her with an in-depth understanding of the intricate connection between mental and physical health, as well as the psychological impact of illness and the process of adapting to life’s challenges. In parallel, her work in Developmental Psychology focused on behavioural genetics, exploring the interaction between genetic predisposition and environmental influences in shaping psychological wellbeing. She also received specialised training in perinatal mental health, gaining a deeper understanding of the emotional and psychological transitions that occur during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

Her clinical experience includes work at the South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, one of the UK’s leading mental health institutions. There, she gained hands-on experience in the application and assessment of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT). She has also completed training in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), a scientifically validated approach for processing traumatic experiences. A key aspect of her ongoing professional development is her advanced training in Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) at the Compassionate Mind Foundation, under the direct guidance of Paul Gilbert and other leading experts who have developed adaptations of CFT for specific clinical difficulties.

Each person brings their own story, challenges, and goals to therapy. Some seek relief from anxiety, stress, or low mood; others may be grappling with intense self-criticism, low self-worth, or difficulty connecting in relationships. Many are simply looking to understand themselves better and to live a life that feels more authentic and meaningful. Therapy offers a space to explore these experiences safely and constructively, working together to foster change that lasts.

At the heart of her practice is the belief that therapy is built on trust, empathy, and respect for the individuality of each person. There are no ready-made solutions or fixed pathways—each therapeutic journey is shaped around the person’s unique needs, values, and aspirations.

All sessions are conducted within a framework of confidentiality and professional integrity, following the highest standards of ethical psychological practice.

Drmpartzokas Eustathios is a Psychiatrist – Psychotherapist with a private practice in Kolonaki, in the center of Athens, where he has been practicing psychiatry and psychotherapy for the past 25 years. His professional career is based on the belief that every story requires space, time, and expression—elements essential for the understanding and treatment of psychological pain. Psychotherapy is a central focus of his work, as it combines psychiatric knowledge with the therapeutic relationship, approaching each individual with consistency, care, and respect.

Specialization/Therapeutic Approach:

He integrates Psychodynamic, Cognitive, and Behavioral (CBT) psychotherapy, according to the needs of each patient.

The following conditions are addressed, among others:

– Anxiety, mood, and adjustment disorders

– Panic attacks and generalized anxiety

– Depression, dysthymia, and bipolar disorder

– Social phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

– Traumatic experiences and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

– Addictions and dependencies (alcohol, internet, etc.)

– Sleep, eating, and personality disorders

– Psychotic disorders and senile dementias

Xatzixaralampous Ntina is a Psychologist - specialized Systemic Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Exarchia. She studied Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and specializes in Systemic - Family Psychotherapy at the Institute of Education and Research, Logos Psychis, according to the SANE (System Attachment Narrative Encephalon) model. Additionally, she has completed an awareness cycle in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy at the Institute of Behavioral Research & Therapy. She has also pursued postgraduate studies (MBA) at Ecole Superieure de Gestion. She undertakes cases across the full spectrum of Psychology, addressing issues related to Anxiety and Stress, Panic Attacks, Grief Management, the empowerment of LGBTQI+ individuals, and the treatment of stressful and traumatic situations, conducting sessions either in person or remotely.

Georgakopoulou Stauroula is a Psychologist and maintains a private practice in the Ampelokipi area. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Schema Therapy - Standard level with supervision, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Additionally, she has been trained in Clinical Psychopathology and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. She has attended training programs related to Neuropsychiatry and Psychopathology of children and adolescents, learning disabilities, self-awareness groups, and positive emotions. She is the Director of the Greek psychology website Psychopedia.gr and is involved in providing mental health services and delivering presentations on mental health topics. Finally, she specializes in cases involving anxiety disorders, panic attacks, social anxiety, health anxiety, depression, couples counseling, parental counseling, and self-esteem in children and adolescents.

Vasiliki Xristidi is a Psychologist who maintains a private practice in Ampelokipoi, where she conducts both in-person and online sessions, addressing a variety of cases. She is a graduate of Panteion University, with postgraduate studies in Business Psychology from the University of East London. In the course of her professional career, she has collaborated with mental health professionals to provide comprehensive care to her clients. During her internship at the Attica Psychiatric Hospital Dromokaiteio, she gained valuable experience with a wide range of psychiatric cases, deepening her expertise in diagnosis and psychological support. She holds certifications in the psychometric instruments MMPI-2 and WAIS-IV, as well as training in Mindfulness, applied in anxiety management and enhancing psychological resilience. In her practice, she provides psychological support to adults experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, panic attacks, and workplace difficulties. Additionally, she offers specialized support to individuals from the LGBTQ+ community, ensuring a safe and accepting therapeutic environment. She also works with children, adolescents, and parents, focusing on emotional development, behavior management, and improving communication within the family. She continuously pursues professional development by attending seminars and trainings to deliver modern and effective interventions.

Mastrogianni Dafni is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains her private practice in Gkyzi. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Wales and has completed postgraduate studies (Clinical orientation) at Hellenic American University. Simultaneously, she has received Psychoanalytic Training (Lacanian orientation) from the Athens Academy of Clinical Studies and continues at the Center for Psychoanalytic Studies. As part of her ongoing education, she has attended annual training programs at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens ("Psychoanalysis in Psychiatry" and "History of Philosophy and Philosophy of Science"). She has served as a Psychologist - Researcher in a study on the homelessness of unaccompanied minors in Greece conducted by Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences, while also working as a Psychologist in a shelter for unaccompanied minors and as an Educator teaching developmental psychology at IEK AKMI. During her internship and as a volunteer, she worked at the Franko Basaglia Day Center, the PEPSEAE Day Center (Panhellenic Association for Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Professional Reintegration), the Counseling Center of Hellenic American University, as well as the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica "Dafni." In her private practice, she handles a wide range of cases, focusing on the best possible service for the individualized needs of each client.

Lamprou Giannis is a Clinical Psychologist with a private practice located in central Athens. He holds a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with postgraduate specialization studies in Clinical Psychology from the same university. Additionally, he has attended advanced training programs focused on the mental health of children and adolescents and has participated in seminars on Lacanian-oriented psychoanalytic theory as part of his continuous professional development and training. He has applied his psychological expertise in various settings, including the field of addictions, in a psychiatric unit for children and adolescents, in counseling and psychological support for students, and in providing psychological support for unaccompanied minors. Currently, he works in a counseling and psychotherapeutic capacity, offering individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults, aiming at prevention, diagnosis, support, and intervention in matters related to mental health, always taking into account the needs of each individual. More specifically, the management of emotional responses, the treatment of depressive and anxiety symptoms, difficulties related to interpersonal relationships, as well as issues concerning identity and self-image are some of the aspects that can be addressed and explored within individual therapy sessions.

Orfanidou Eirini is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Panormou and also serves her clients online. She is a member of the Hellenic Society of Counseling. She holds a "BSc (HONS) in Applied Psychology" degree from the BSc in Psychology program offered by the state British University of Derby, as well as a Counseling Psychology degree (HND Counselling & Psychology) from the Mediterranean College. Additionally, she has specialized in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling, Compassion-Focused Therapy at the Hellenic Center for Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Trauma Therapy using the EMDR method from Tact Hellas. She also holds a degree in Preschool Education of Creativity and Expression. Professionally, she conducts sessions with adults addressing issues such as grief, anxiety, depression, parenting, self-improvement, boundary setting, and interpersonal relationship management. Furthermore, she has volunteered providing psychological support at the Solidarity Clinic of Piraeus, the Attica Mental Health Association "Synodiporos," and the online platform "Mila Mou." Finally, she has participated in numerous seminars and sessions aiming at continuous professional development in her field.

Simosis Rafail is a Psychologist-Psychotherapist who maintains private practices in Panormou and Kolonaki, where he provides individual psychotherapy sessions to adolescents, adults, and offers parental counseling. He studied Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, graduating with honors. Additionally, he completed his postgraduate studies in Forensic Psychiatry-Medical Examinations at the Faculty of Medicine of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He has been trained in Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy - CBT (EABCT) for adults at the Institute for Research and Therapy of Behavior (IETHS), specializing in anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, mood disorders, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders. Throughout his professional career, he has worked as a Psychologist in private offices focused on adolescent and adult therapy. Furthermore, he has attended numerous seminars and conferences aimed at continuous education and advancement in the field of Psychology.

Korkokiou Magia is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Ampelokipoi. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University Paris 7, Denis Diderot in France. She has two master's degrees from the same University, in Child and Adolescent Psychopathology and in Psychopathology and Psychoanalysis. She had many years of supervisory collaboration with psychoanalyst Geneviève Haag, who was a member of the Paris Psychoanalytic Society and a founding member of the International Coordination of Psychoanalysts and Psychotherapists working with individuals with autism. Korkokiou Magia has completed various clinical internships in public mental health institutions in France. She has collaborated for many years as a psychotherapist with the Center for Mental Health and Research and is an external collaborator at Paidon Pentelis. She works with the Institute of Personal Development and Mental Health, Galinos, as well as with the Center for Neurodevelopmental Education of the Child. She is a member of the Society of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy for Children and Adolescents and a member of the International Coordination of Psychotherapists and Psychoanalysts working with individuals with autism. She has participated with presentations at many conferences both in Greece and abroad. She deals with all psychopathology and has a particular interest in autism clinical practice.

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.

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.

Η Σταυρουλάκη Γεωργία - Μαρία είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια με ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Κολωνάκι. Είναι κάτοχος διδακτορικού τίτλου (PsychD) στη Συμβουλευτική Ψυχολογία από το University of Roehampton στο Λονδίνο, αναγνωρισμένο από τη British Psychological Society. Η διδακτορική της διατριβή επικεντρώθηκε στον ρόλο του ναρκισσισμού στον τρόπο με τον οποίο οι συμβουλευτικοί ψυχολόγοι διαχειρίζονται τον εαυτό τους στη θεραπευτική σχέση, ακολουθώντας μια συνθετική προσέγγιση που ενσωματώνει στοιχεία γνωσιακής - συμπεριφορικής και ψυχοδυναμικής θεωρίας. Έχει επίσης αποκτήσει Professional Certificate στις δεξιότητες Συμβουλευτικής από το The Hellenic Association of Continuing Education (THACE)), ενώ είναι απόφοιτος του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου Κοινωνικών και Πολιτικών Επιστημών.

Από το 2016 έως σήμερα εργάζεται ως Ψυχολόγος στο Υπουργείο Παιδείας, παρέχοντας κλινική αξιολόγηση και ψυχο-συναισθηματική υποστήριξη σε μαθητές ηλικίας 4 έως 21 ετών, καθώς και ψυχοπαιδαγωγικές παρεμβάσεις στο σχολικό πλαίσιο. Παράλληλα, υποστηρίζει εκπαιδευτικούς, υλοποιεί σεμινάρια ευαισθητοποίησης και πρόληψης σε θέματα ψυχικής υγείας και διαφορετικότητας, συμβουλεύει γονείς και συνεργάζεται με φορείς όπως νοσοκομεία και κέντρα ψυχικής υγείας. Έχει εργαστεί ως ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και εισηγήτρια ψυχοεκπαιδευτικών σεμιναρίων στο ΠΑΙ.ΚΕ.ΨΥ, παρέχοντας αξιολόγηση και θεραπευτική παρέμβαση σε παιδιά με μαθησιακές και συμπεριφορικές δυσκολίες, καθώς και υποστήριξη σε γονείς. Στο Συμβουλευτικό Κέντρο του Πανεπιστημίου Κρήτης προσέφερε ατομικές συνεδρίες συμβουλευτικής σε φοιτητές, αντιμετωπίζοντας ζητήματα όπως άγχος, διαπροσωπικές δυσκολίες και μαθησιακές προκλήσεις.

Η επαγγελματική της εμπειρία στο Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο περιλαμβάνει τη συνεργασία με το Macmillan Bereavement Service στο Ealing Hospital, όπου παρείχε υποστήριξη πένθους σε ενήλικες, εφήβους και παιδιά, καθώς και με το Wandsworth Association of Psychotherapists και το Kid’s Company, προσφέροντας συμβουλευτική σε άτομα με άγχος, κατάθλιψη, διατροφικές διαταραχές και προβλήματα συμπεριφοράς. Επιπλέον, πραγματοποίησε την πρακτική της άσκηση στον ΟΚΑΝΑ Πειραιά, στο πρόγραμμα υποκατάστασης μεθαδόνης.

Στον ακαδημαϊκό τομέα, διδάσκει ως Καθηγήτρια Ψυχολογίας στο Aegean College από το 2022 έως σήμερα, σε προπτυχιακά και μεταπτυχιακά προγράμματα, ενώ στο παρελθόν διετέλεσε καθηγήτρια και υπεύθυνη προγράμματος Ψυχολογίας στο MBS Κολλέγιο Κρήτης, όπου δίδαξε πλήθος μαθημάτων και είχε ενεργό ρόλο στον συντονισμό και την ανάπτυξη του προγράμματος σπουδών.

Έχει συμμετάσχει ενεργά σε επιστημονικά συνέδρια και εκπαιδευτικά σεμινάρια, με εισηγήσεις σε θέματα όπως η ενίσχυση κινήτρων μάθησης, η διαφορετικότητα, ο σχολικός εκφοβισμός και οι ψυχοδυναμικές προσεγγίσεις στην αντιμετώπιση ψυχολογικών επιπτώσεων της πανδημίας COVID-19 σε παιδιά και εφήβους. Τέλος, έχει παρακολουθήσει πληθώρα εκπαιδευτικών προγραμμάτων και σεμιναρίων σε τομείς όπως η ψύχωση, η δραματοθεραπεία, η υποστήριξη ευάλωτων ομάδων και ο αυτισμός.

Gerasimidou Aggeliki is an honors graduate Psychologist from the Department of Psychology at the University of Essex, BSc (Hons), and holds a professional practice license. She provides psychological services in her private practice named "Soul Embrace" in the center of Athens, as well as online. Currently, she specializes in the Systemic Psychotherapeutic Approach through the corresponding postgraduate program at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling (Κ.Ε.ΨΥ.ΣΥ). She has completed the certified professional specialization program in Relationship and Couples Counseling based on psychodynamic and systemic approaches from the European International University (Paris). She also holds a certificate of specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: Theory and Clinical Practice from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She completed her practical training at the Institute of Relational & Group Psychotherapy (ΙΣΟΨ) and at the Educational Institute of Synthetic Approach (ΕΚ.Ι.ΣΥ.Π). Currently, she conducts sessions with adolescents and adults addressing issues such as low self-esteem, self-improvement, occupational burnout, anxiety and emotional disorders, psychosomatic symptoms, trauma, grief, anger management, as well as difficulties related to dysfunctional relationships, phobias, depression, and panic attacks. She is engaged in ongoing individual and group supervision for her therapeutic work, as well as personal therapy, to ensure the quality and ethics of the services she provides. Simultaneously, she participates systematically in educational programs related to her clinical and therapeutic interests, aiming for continuous scientific and professional development.

Elafros Mixalis is a psychiatrist who maintains a private practice in the center of Athens. He holds a Medical Degree from the Psychiatric School of Verona in Italy and has been trained in Descriptive Psychopathology - Phenomenology at Palazzo Borghese in Florence. As a psychiatrist, he has many years of experience in Mental Health Centers, participating, among other things, in group psychoeducation therapy for hospitalized patients as well as their parents and relatives. Until 2023, in addition to his private practice, he was the head of the 2nd Psychiatric Department at the "Galini" Clinic, where he has managed hundreds of cases of patients with major mental disorders. Furthermore, it is noteworthy that in the past he worked at the same clinic as an on-call psychiatrist, as well as at the "Lyrakos Psychotherapeutic Center." Finally, he has attended numerous seminars and conferences in Greece and abroad and is a member of the Athens Medical Association. In recent years, he has specialized in Relational Psychotherapy at ISOPS (Institute of Relational Psychoanalysis and Group Psychotherapy according to Yalom). He is a member of the International Association for Relational Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy (IARPP) and the American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA).

Ο Δούκας Πρωτόγηρος είναι Ψυχολόγος (Πάντειο Πανεπιστήμιο) με άδεια ασκήσεως επαγγέλματος (Αρ. Πρωτ. 1536) και τακτικό μέλος του Συλλόγου Ελλήνων Ψυχολόγων. Στο ιδιωτικό του γραφείο στα Εξάρχεια, παρέχει ατομική ψυχοθεραπεία σε ενήλικες, ενώ ειδικεύεται στην Ψυχαναλυτική / Ψυχοδυναμική Ψυχοθεραπεία μέσα από το πολυετές κλινικό πρόγραμμα του ΔΙ.ΚΕ.Ψ.Υ. Η προσέγγισή του εστιάζει στην αποκωδικοποίηση των βαθύτερων αιτιών που επηρεάζουν την καθημερινότητά μας, διευκολύνοντας μια πορεία προς την αυτογνωσία και τη σταδιακή εσωτερική ενδυνάμωση. Όπως υποστήριξε και ο Σίγκμουντ Φρόιντ: "Το να είναι κανείς απόλυτα ειλικρινής με τον εαυτό του είναι μια καλή άσκηση", και αυτή ακριβώς η ειλικρίνεια αποτελεί τον πυρήνα της θεραπευτικής εργασίας.

Η κλινική του διαδρομή διαμορφώθηκε μέσα από την πολυετή εργασία σε απαιτητικά περιβάλλοντα διεθνών οργανισμών, όπως η Διεθνής Επιτροπή Διάσωσης (International Rescue Committee) και ο Διεθνής Οργανισμός Μετανάστευσης (International Organization for Migration), προσφέροντάς του πολύτιμη εμπειρία στη διαχείριση του τραύματος, της κατάθλιψης και του άγχους. Πέρα από την αντιμετώπιση των συμπτωμάτων, η θεραπευτική διαδικασία εστιάζει στην ολόπλευρη υποστήριξη του σύγχρονου ενήλικα, καλύπτοντας ζητήματα που αφορούν την προσωπική ταυτότητα, τη σεξουαλικότητα και την αυτοεικόνα.

Η κλινική του πρακτική πλαισιώνεται από συνεχή εβδομαδιαία εποπτεία από ψυχαναλύτρια της Ελληνικής Ψυχαναλυτικής Εταιρείας, διασφαλίζοντας την επιστημονική αρτιότητα και τη δεοντολογία της διαδικασίας. Έχοντας εκπαιδευτεί στη Διαπροσωπική Θεραπεία και την Κλινική Ψυχοπαθολογία, ο Πρωτόγηρος Δούκας βοηθά στη βελτίωση της ποιότητας των διαπροσωπικών σχέσεων και την επεξεργασία σύνθετων βιωμάτων. Σε ένα περιβάλλον ασφάλειας, συμπερίληψης και εχεμύθειας, στόχος είναι να δημιουργηθεί ο απαραίτητος χώρος ώστε η εσωτερική σύγκρουση να δώσει τη θέση της σε μια πιο ήρεμη και συνειδητή καθημερινότητα. Κάθε συνεδρία αποτελεί μια ευκαιρία να ακουστεί η δική σας αλήθεια και να ξεκινήσει μια ουσιαστική συνομιλία με τον εαυτό σας.