Health professionals for Depression in Attica

Η Παξινού Χριστίνα είναι Κλινική Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Κολωνάκι. Διαθέτει πτυχίο Ψυχολογίας από το Εθνικό & Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών και παρακολούθησε μεταπτυχιακό πρόγραμμα στην Ψυχιατροδικαστική του τμήματος Ιατρικής του ίδιου εκπαιδευτικού ιδρύματος. Μετεκπαιδεύτηκε στην Κλινική Ψυχοπαθολογία, στην Α’ Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Αιγινήτειου Νοσοκομείου. Επιπλέον, εκπαιδεύτηκε στην Αναλυτική και Δικαστική Γραφολογία, στη Συστημική Συμβουλευτική, στη Διαχείριση Χωρισμού - Διαζυγίου Γονέων, στη Διαχείριση Πένθους, στις Διατροφικές Διαταραχές και στην Κοινωνική Κλινική Ψυχοπαθολογία των Εξαρτήσεων. Τέλος, είναι εξωτερικός συνεργάτης του φροντιστηριακού οργανισμού ΣΠΟΥΔΗ ενώ έχει συνεργαστεί με φορείς της Ελλάδας και του εξωτερικού, όπως τον Οργανισμό Κατά των Ναρκωτικών, το Ειδικό Κατάστημα Κράτησης Νέων Αυλώνα, το Κέντρο Διάγνωσης, Διαφοροδιάγνωσης και Υποστήριξης Β' Αθηνών και την Association de Santé Mentale στο Παρίσι (ASM13).

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.

Danai Kousta is a Psychologist - Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist for adults, adolescents, and young adults, maintaining a private practice in Zografou while also working as a school psychologist. She holds a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a Master's degree from the Medical School of Athens in "Promotion of Mental Health – Prevention of Psychiatric Disorders." She has received training in Psychoanalytic Theory and Practice in the "Epekeina – Psychoanalytic Practice" program, where she is also a collaborating member. She has conducted scientific work at Aeginiteio Hospital as an external collaborator of the Personality Disorders Unit and the Psychological Laboratory. Finally, she has worked in secondary education as well as in KEDASY (Centers for Differentiated Diagnosis, Diagnosis, and Support).

Tyraki Aikaterini MSc is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Nea Ionia. She is a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society and a distinguished graduate of the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She completed her postgraduate studies at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, where she conducted a thesis on Health Promotion and Education, focusing on the psychosocial factors influencing the eating behavior of children and adolescents, which was rated Excellent. She is specialized with six years of training in Systemic Psychotherapy and Family Therapy and is a member of the European Family Therapy Association. Additionally, she has specialized in internet addiction among adolescent and adult populations at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica. She is a trained Career Counseling Advisor and skilled in the assessment and rehabilitation of Learning Disabilities. To date, she works as a school psychologist in private educational institutions and has coordinated numerous Parent School groups in public and private schools. She is a member of Greek and international scientific societies, with active research work and presentations at international, European, and national conferences. She follows contemporary developments in psychological research through selected training sessions and supervision meetings. In her practice, she provides therapeutic and counseling services to adults, couples, and families. Finally, she facilitates groups for children, adolescents, and adults to empower them in their roles, improve communication, and manage interpersonal relationships.

Ioanna Marmarou BSc, MSc, PhD is a Clinical - Counseling Psychologist who maintains a private practice in the center of Athens, in Exarchia. She holds a PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University of East London, a master's degree in Clinical & Community Psychology, and a bachelor's degree in Psychology from the same university. The therapist is a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society with professional license number 309612. The therapeutic process follows the Integrative Approach, which successfully incorporates Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic therapy, and Gestalt therapy. She holds certifications in School Psychology, Sexual Education for Children and Adolescents, and Drama Therapy. At Ioanna Marmarou's private practice, the counseling and psychotherapeutic process focuses on the uniqueness of each individual, allowing them to express every right - wrong, good - bad, normal - abnormal, realistic - imaginary, light - dark aspect of themselves and their broader life. The purpose of this therapeutic process is to serve as a journey for the client to explore their own self and their relationship with themselves, as well as the relationships and boundaries they have established within their social environment. A core principle of the therapist is the empowerment of the individual, aiming to build healthy relationships, achieve inner fulfillment, and maintain functionality in daily life.

Goumpiou Virginia Msc is a Clinical Psychologist and Systemic Psychotherapist of the Synthetic Model, maintaining a private practice in Keratsini. She holds a degree in Psychology from the Metropolitan College and subsequently completed a Master's degree in Clinical and Community Psychology at the Metropolitan College. Her private practice offers individual, family, couples counseling, and group therapy sessions. Additionally, the specialist is a court-appointed expert and specialist consultant, providing technical reports for courts. The private practice offers expert assessments and evaluations using the most advanced tools for various purposes, such as courts, benefit committees for children and adults, etc.

Mpalomenou Eirini is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist licensed to practice (#106342) and maintains a private practice in Neo Psychiko. She holds degrees from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and Guglielmo Marconi University. Currently, she is undergoing training in Systemic Psychotherapy at the Athens Center for the Study of Man (AKMA), while receiving weekly supervision to ensure comprehensive case management. She has been trained in Clinical Psychopathology (EPIPSY) and in Psychoeducation of families with individuals experiencing Psychosis (EPIPSY). Simultaneously, she regularly attends educational seminars and programs for her continuous professional development and specialization. She has experience in psychotherapy for children and adolescents with psychosocial and emotional disorders, having worked with children, adolescents, and adults in Centers for Special Therapies. 

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).

Vergou Dimitra is a Psychologist with a private practice in Agios Dimitrios. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with additional training in Clinical Psychopathology at the "Panagiotis Oulis" program. She also holds a diploma in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy from the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling. She has extensive experience, having worked at the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens, in a refugee program at The Smile of the Child organization, at the Scientific Association of Adapted Activities "Victor Artant - Niki," and at specialized therapy centers. She has participated in numerous conferences and educational seminars, with several scientific publications presented at some of these events. Finally, she specializes in stress management, parental counseling, and panic attacks – phobias.

Η Μωρόγιαννη Ελένη είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στα Ιλίσια. Ολοκλήρωσε τις προπτυχιακές της σπουδές στο Τμήμα Ψυχολογίας του Πανεπιστημίου Κρήτης και έχει άδεια ασκήσεως επαγγέλματος ψυχολόγου. Έλαβε Μεταπτυχιακό Δίπλωμα στη Διοίκηση ανθρώπινου Δυναμικού από το Οικονομικό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών και έχει εργαστεί σε εταιρεία στον τομέα της ανάπτυξης και δέσμευσης των εργαζομένων. Εξειδικεύεται στην ομαδική αναλυτική ψυχοθεραπεία. Η εκπαίδευσή της πραγματοποιείται Ελληνικό Δίκτυο Ομαδικών Αναλυτών (μέλος του EGATIN, European Group Analytic Training Network). Έχει αποκτήσει κλινική εμπειρία στην Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Νοσοκομείου Ρεθύμνου και στον Ξενώνα Βραχείας Παραμονής της ίδιας Κλινικής. Έχει εργαστεί ως ψυχολόγος σε διάφορα Κέντρα Ειδικών Θεραπειών παρέχοντας υπηρεσίες συμβουλευτικής και ψυχοθεραπείας σε παιδιά, εφήβους και ενήλικες. Η εμπειρία της στο συντονισμό αναλυτικής ψυχοθεραπευτικής ομάδας έχει αποκτηθεί στο πλαίσιο της συνεργασίας της ως συν-συντονίστρια σε ομάδα εμπειρίας του Εισαγωγικού Σεμιναρίου στην Ομαδική Αναλυτική Ψυχοθεραπεία του ΕΔΟΑ (Ελληνικό Δίκτυο Ομαδικών Αναλυτών) αλλά και ως συν-συντονίστρια σε ομάδα δραματοθεραπείας αναλυτικού τύπου με την δραματοθεραπεύτρια Αποστολάκη Νατάσσα. Επίσης παρέχει εθελοντικά υπηρεσίες ως ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, συντονίζοντας αναλυτική ομάδα ψυχοθεραπείας στο Κέντρο Ημέρας για άτομα με ψυχικές διαταραχές της Εταιρίας Κοινωνικής Ψυχιατρικής Π. Σακελλαρόπουλος. Πιστεύει ότι η ομαδική ψυχοθεραπεία αποτελεί πολύ αξιόπιστη μέθοδο και βασικοί τρόποι με τους οποίους βοηθά είναι η ενστάλλαξη ελπίδας στο άτομο, ο αλτρουισμός, και αίσθηση ότι πολλές από τις δυσκολίες και τα προβλήματα είναι κοινά σε όλους τους ανθρώπους. Ταυτόχρονα, οι σχέσεις με τα άλλα μέλη της ομάδας παρέχουν στο ίδιο το άτομο χρήσιμες πληροφορίες για το πώς σχετίζεται σε όλες τις σημαντικές σχέσεις της ζωής του. Για εκείνη η ψυχοθεραπεία είναι ένα ταξίδι αυτογνωσίας που έχει ως στόχο τον επαναπροσδιορισμό του ατόμου μέσα στη ζωή του και τη θεραπευτική αλλαγή. Τέλος, θεωρεί σημαντικό η σχέση θεραπευτή-θεραπευόμενου να διέπεται από άνευ όρων αποδοχή, σεβασμό, εμπιστοσύνη, αυθεντικότητα και ενσυναίσθηση.

Nektarios Oikonomou is a Psychologist with private practice offices in Markopoulo and Porto Rafti. He graduated from the Department of Psychology at UCLAN University (2017-2021) and has enhanced his knowledge with specialized studies at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT, Social Clinical Psychology of Addictions, Sports Psychology, and Counseling and Therapy for Couples and Families), strengthening his ability to approach psychological issues from multiple dimensions.

Professionally, he maintains private practice offices in Markopoulo and Porto Rafti, offering psychotherapy services, addiction treatment, psychological support, and counseling.

He is also active as a sports psychologist with PAO Kalyvia (2024-present), where, combined with his status as a final-year student at the Department of Physical Education and Sport Science (TEFAA), he employs a comprehensive scientific approach that links mental empowerment with physical performance, supporting athletes in enhancing mental resilience and competitive performance.

Additionally, he has collaborated as an addiction counselor at KETHEA DIAVASI (2020-2021). In the field of addictions, he integrates his scientific training with profound experiential understanding of addiction and recovery mechanisms, which enhances empathy and the effectiveness of the therapeutic approach.

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.

Η Χατζηαναστασίου Κωνσταντίνα είναι Ψυχολόγος και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στη Νέα Μάκρη.

Σπούδασε Ψυχολογία, συγκεκριμένα το πρόγραμμα Bsc Psycology Science του Canterbury Christ Church University. Έπειτα, ολοκλήρωσε τον 1ο και τον 2ο κύκλο “Εισαγωγικών διαλέξεων στην Ψυχανάλυση” της Ελληνικής Ψυχαναλυτικής Εταιρείας και το “Ετήσιο σεμινάριο στην Ψυχαναλυτική σκέψη και Πρακτική” της Διεπιστημονικής και Ερευνητικής Ψυχοκοινωνικής Υποστήριξης Παιδιών και Ενηλίκων (ΔΙ.ΚΕ.Ψ.Υ.).

Οι κατευθύνσεις στην ψυχοθεραπευτική προσέγγιση είναι της ψυχαναλυτικής ψυχοθεραπείας (Μετεκπαίδευση στην Ψυχαναλυτική/Ψυχοδυναμική Ψυχοθεραπεία Παιδιών, Εφήβων και Ενηλίκων του κέντρου ΔΙ.ΚΕ.Ψ.Υ.) και της σωματικά επικεντρωμένης ψυχοθεραπείας Gestalt (Ολοκληρωμένη Επαγγελματική Κατάρτιση στις τεχνικές της μεθόδου της Σωματικά Επικεντρωμένης Θεραπείας Gestalt” στο Unity Energetics Institute). 

Ακόμη, έχει παρακολουθήσει διάφορα εκπαιδευτικά προγράμματα με θέμα την παιγνιοθεραπεία, την οικογενειακή θεραπεία, την συναισθηματική νοημοσύνη, την διαχείριση συναισθημάτων κ.α.

Πιστεύει στην συνεχή εκπαίδευση ως ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και ως άτομο καθώς είναι σημαντικό να εμπεριέχεται παλαιότερη και σύγχρονη γνώση καθώς και μία συνθετική οπτική της ψυχοθεραπείας που να βοηθάει τον θεραπεύομενο με διάφορες τεχνικές και μέσα για την επίτευξη της θεραπείας. Η κατεύθυνση της στις ψυχοθεραπευτικές προσεγγίσεις της ψυχαναλυτικής θεραπείας και της σωματικά επικεντρωμένης ψυχοθεραπείας Gestalt αντικατοπτρίζουν την δική της προσέγγιση για το ψυχικό τραύμα και το σύμπτωμα. Το σύμπτωμα συνοδεύει μια μακρά ιστορία που ο θεραπευόμενος μαζί με τον θεραπευτή αναζητεί, αναγνωρίζει και επεξεργάζεται με σκοπό την ψυχική ίαση. Τα ψυχικά τραύματα εδράζουν, κατά το μεγαλύτερο ποσοστό τους, σε ένα ασυνείδητο κομμάτι που δεν έχουμε πρόσβαση και καθορίζουν τον τρόπο που αντιλαμβανόμαστε τον εαυτό μας, τους ανθρώπους και την ζωή. Είναι σε συνεχή ατομική ψυχοθεραπεία και εποπτεία των ψυχοθεραπειών που αναλαμβάνει. Τέλος, είναι σε συνεχή ατομική ψυχοθεραπεία και εποπτεία των ψυχοθεραπειών που αναλαμβάνει.

Anastasia Olympiou - Hansen is a Psychologist (BSc, MSc), licensed in Greece and registered as a Mental Health Counselor in Norway, with experience in supporting adults.

She has completed postgraduate training in Health Psychology at the University of Derby.

She works with a range of concerns including phobias, panic attacks, stress, burnout, emotional difficulties, relationships difficulties and life transitions (e.g. career changes, migration, relationships). She supports individuals in effectively managing anxiety and panic, strengthening self-confidence and psychological resilience, and improving their overall daily functioning and quality of life.

She has experience in behavioural change interventions and has supported adults in individual settings, aiming at sustainable and meaningful improvements in mental health and well-being.

She is also active in research in the field of Health Psychology, with a recent publication in 2024 in an international peer-reviewed journal (SAGE) on laughter interventions and their impact on psychological well-being and quality of life in cancer patients.

Olympiou, A., & Ahmed, S. (2024). Laughter Interventions to Improve Psychological Well-Being/QoL in Cancer Patients: A Mini Systematic Review. Sage Open, 14(4).

Sessions are available in Greek, English, and Norwegian.

Seminars

1. Building Personal Resilience:Managing Anxiety and Mental Health, HarvardX, March 2026, CME Online Down Syndrome, Harvard University Online, October 2015
2. Assessment and Treatment of Depression in the Primary Care Setting, Harvard University Online, November 2015
3. Assessment and Treatment of Anxiety in the Primary Care Setting, Harvard University Online, November 2015
4. Altzheimer's Disease, Harvard University Online, November 2015
5. Addiction in Your Practice: Information and Resources for Dealing with Addictive Behavior, Harvard University Online, November 2014

Fourtouni Myrto is a Psychologist and Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Mavili Square, where she provides psychotherapeutic services to adolescents and adults. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences. She possesses a master's degree specializing in Clinical Psychology from the University of Groningen, Netherlands, and is a doctoral candidate at the Department of Psychology at Panteion University. She is a trainee psychotherapist in the psychoanalytic/psychodynamic orientation, trained at DI.K.E.PSY. She has extensive experience in refugee and migrant-focused institutions, as well as in community psychiatry settings. Currently, she works at the Early Psychosis Intervention Unit of E.P.A.PSY. She actively participates in numerous seminars, workshops, conferences, and educational presentations related to psychoanalysis and clinical psychology.

Matthaiou Dimitrios is a Psychologist and Child Psychologist trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at the Psychotherapy and Counseling Center and maintains a private practice in the Gyzi area of Attica.

Asomatou Arezina MD, MSc is a Psychiatrist who maintains a private practice in Mavili Square. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in 2006 with a grade of Very Good. She also holds a postgraduate diploma from the University of Athens with a thesis on "Promotion of Mental Health and Prevention of Psychiatric Disorders," awarded with distinction. She completed her Psychiatry residency at the Athens Thoracic Diseases Hospital "Sotiria" in 2016 and subsequently worked as an assistant Psychiatrist at the Kallithea Health Center. From 2018 to 2025, she worked at the Psychiatric Clinic of the Argolis General Hospital - Argos Nursing Unit, where she held the position of Consultant Psychiatrist B'. She has gained valuable experience in the diagnosis and treatment of all categories of mental disorders, both at the primary healthcare level and in inpatient hospital care. She has attended seminars on psychoanalytic psychotherapeutic approaches. Finally, Dr. Arezina has participated in numerous psychiatric conferences and has published papers in Greek and international conferences and journals.

Maria Rapti is a Psychologist who has dedicated her professional career to psychology with a strong emphasis on Systemic Psychotherapy. Her studies began in 2009, and since then she has expanded her knowledge through specialized training and professional experience. Since 2024, she has been enrolled in a postgraduate program in Systemic Psychotherapy, while concurrently continuing her education at the Human Relations Laboratory. Previously, she completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology (2020-2023), as well as studies in Counseling Psychology (2012-2014). Additionally, she holds an HND in Speech Therapy (2011-2012) and has completed a Foundation in Speech Therapy (2009). In her professional practice, since 2024 she has been providing online sessions and collaborating with a Neuropsychiatric Clinic, offering individual online psychotherapy. Prior to this, she completed an internship at the same clinic and worked with children with learning difficulties, providing counseling to parents. Her experience also includes internships at "Arogi" (KDAP-MEA), the "Exelixi" center with a focus on autism, as well as supporting bilingual children in an institution. She remains active in continuing professional development through seminars, including training on LGBTQ+ awareness and counseling issues, psychodrama, Art Therapy, and dramatherapy. Maria Rapti consistently seeks to develop her skills further in order to provide optimal support to her clients.

Synetos Dionysios is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Chalandri. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of East London, and has specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling in Kallithea. He has completed an internship at the Alzheimer Day Center in Maroussi and has managed cases at the Psychogeriatric Society "Nestor" as part of his CBT internship and continues to volunteer there to this day. Additionally, he has worked privately with individuals with autism and currently works at the Day Center of PESOPSY in Vyronas.