Health professionals for Depression in Attica

Varna Eleni is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Zografou. She studied Psychology at the University of Surrey and holds a master’s degree in Health Psychology from University College London. Subsequently, she specialized in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at Aeginiteio Hospital, at the Research University Institute of Mental Health, thereby shaping her psychotherapeutic approach and acquiring theoretical training and clinical experience. She gained further experience by completing her internship at the Hellenic Bipolar Organization. Concurrently, she has volunteered in psychological support and social assistance services via telephone. Subsequently, she collaborated with mental health facilities, acquiring experience with adults on the autism spectrum. In private practice, she focuses on counseling and psychotherapy for adults. Finally, she specializes in anxiety and mood disorders as well as psychosomatic symptoms.

Iakovou Aleksandra is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist (MSc-CBT) who maintains a private practice in Nea Erythraia and collaborates with a psychotherapy center in downtown Athens. She studied Psychology at the University of Greenwich in England (BSc) and has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Additionally, she completed postgraduate studies in Health Psychology at the University of Lancashire in England. She has also completed the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program. She completed her internship at "The Smile of the Child," where she provided psychological support to children up to 8 years old, as well as at "18 and Over," where she conducted sessions with individuals with eating disorders. Her focus is on the treatment of anxiety, depression, eating disorders, pain management, as well as enhancing self-confidence and changing behaviors that lead to the adoption of a balanced diet. Psychotherapy aids in self-recognition, as each person learns more about their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. This is when the desired change begins.

Sikali Efi is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Panteion University. During her studies, she completed an internship at the "Kostea - Geitona" Educational Institutions, as well as at the Counseling - Therapeutic Day Center "Anodos." Upon completion of her undergraduate studies, she voluntarily offered her services to mental health organizations such as the Research University Institute of Mental Health "EPIPSY," the Department of the First Oncology Clinic at the "Metropolitan" Hospital, and the Department of Pediatric Hematology - Oncology (T.A.O) at the General Children's Hospital "Agia Sofia," where she provided psychotherapeutic, clinical, and research work. She has participated in numerous seminars, lectures, and sessions focusing on Health Psychology, Psychopharmacology, Clinical Psychopathology, Psycho-oncology, as well as Child Psychology, Learning and Developmental Disabilities, and Play Therapy. For the past 8 years, she has maintained a private practice in Glyfada, providing psychotherapy, counseling, and psychological support services to adults, adolescents, and couples. Her clinical experience includes psychotherapeutic sessions addressing mental health difficulties and behavioral issues related to depression and other mood disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, anger management, phobia treatment, supportive therapy for grief-related issues, dysfunctional interpersonal relationships, and improving self-esteem and self-image. Her therapeutic work is based on Schema Therapy, a cohesive treatment model that combines cognitive-behavioral therapy, Gestalt therapy, and psychoanalytic thought. It is specifically designed to help individuals change long-standing patterns of thinking and behavior, such as those observed in personality disorders.

Η Χασιώτη Ζέτα είναι Ψυχολόγος και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Χαλάνδρι. Σπούδασε και εργάστηκε σε διαφορετικούς τομείς για ένα μεγάλο διάστημα της ζωής της, κυρίως στο εξωτερικό. Ενώ οι αρχικές της σπουδές ήταν στο τμήμα Ευρωπαϊκών σπουδών, με ειδίκευση στα ανθρώπινα δικαιώματα και το Διεθνές Δίκαιο, αργότερα συνέχισε τις σπουδές της στον τομέα της ψυχολογίας στο Πανεπιστήμιο του East London. Είναι κάτοχος μεταπτυχιακού τίτλου στην Εφαρμοσμένη Θετική Ψυχολογία (MSc in Applied Positive Psychology), το πρώτο τέτοιο πρόγραμμα στην Ευρώπη από το ίδιο πανεπιστήμιο. Επιπλέον έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη Συνθετική Συμβουλευτική και Ψυχοθεραπεία (PGDip in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy). Θεωρεί την διαρκή επιμόρφωση εξέλιξη του εαυτού της και της επαγγελματική της σταδιοδρομίας. Έχει ολοκληρώσει διάφορα σεμινάρια και ημερίδες επιτυχώς, όπως, επίσης, το ετήσιο μετεκπαιδευτικό σεμινάριο Παναγιώτης Ουλής στην Κλινική Ψυχοπαθολογία και τα δυναμικά ομάδας στην Ελληνική Εταιρεία Ψυχαναλυτικής Ψυχοθεραπείας Ομάδας, όπου και συνεχίζει. Παράλληλα, έχει πραγματοποιήσει την πρακτική της στο γραφείο συμβουλευτικής κολλεγίου για φοιτητές, ανάπηρους, μειονότητες, έχει βοηθήσει στο συντονισμό ομάδων ανάπτυξης με κυρίως θέμα την επικοινωνία, έχει πραγματοποιήσει ενημερωτικές ομιλίες για γονείς πάνω στον σχολικό εκφοβισμό με καταξιωμένους ψυχολόγους εφήβων και παρέχει μέχρι σήμερα τις υπηρεσίες της στο γηροκομείο το σπίτι της χριστιανικής αγάπης. Στο παρελθόν έχει εργαστεί και στον Παγκόσμιο Οργανισμό Υγείας και πλέον συνεργάζεται με το Ινστιτούτο Ψυχικής Υγείας & Προσωπικής Ανάπτυξης ''Γαληνός''. Αναλαμβάνει ένα ευρύ φάσμα θεμάτων ψυχικής υγείας, όπως κατάθλιψη, κρίσεις πανικού, μετραταυματικό στρες, άγχος, θέματα σχέσεων, συμπεριφοράς και επικοινωνίας, απώλεια και πένθος, μοναξιά και διατροφικές διαταραχές. Οι υπηρεσίες της αφορούν την ατομική ψυχοθεραπεία η οποία συνδυάζει στοιχεία από διαφορετικές ψυχοθεραπευτικές προσεγγίσεις ακολουθώντας ένα πιο ολιστικό μοντέλο ψυχοθεραπευτικής παρέμβασης. Παρόλα αυτά η ψυχοδυναμική προσέγγιση παραμένει στο επίκεντρο της δουλειάς της. Πιστεύει ότι όλοι οι άνθρωποι έχουν αρκετές ικανότητες για να πορευθούν στην ζωή τους κάποιοι όμως έχουν αποθαρρυνθεί/τραυματιστεί και χρειάζονται τον χώρο και χρόνο για να αντιμετωπίσουν τις δυσκολίες τους. Με κύριο γνώμονα το κλίμα εμπιστοσύνης, αποδοχής και ενδιαφέροντος, δίνει στον θεραπευόμενο την δυνατότητα να “γνωρίσει” τον εαυτό του σ' ένα μεγαλύτερο βάθος, να κατανοήσει τους φόβους του, τις ανησυχίες του και τις λανθασμένες πεποιθήσεις του έτσι ώστε να ανακουφιστεί από τα ψυχολογικά συμπτώματα, βελτιώνοντας την ποιότητα ζωής του. Κατόπιν, ο θεραπευόμενος, με την βοήθεια της θεραπείας, αξιοποιεί τις δυνατότητες του για να υλοποιήσει τους στόχους που θέτει για τον εαυτό του φτάνοντας έτσι σε μια ψυχολογική άνθηση. Η θεραπεία πραγματοποιείται σε δυο γλώσσες (ελληνικά-αγγλικά).

Marina Kirmpa, MSc, is an experienced Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Peristeri, providing personalized mental health services based on a solid academic and professional background. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Crete and a master's degree in "School Psycho-pedagogy and Prevention of Youth Deprivation." Additionally, she has studied at the Higher School of Pedagogical and Technological Education (ASPAITE) and has received formal training in Cognitive Analytic and Systemic Psychotherapy. Her clinical experience is extensive, including work at the Attica Psychiatric Hospital "Daphne," as well as in specialized therapy centers. She has also provided her services in various educational settings (Primary Schools, Junior High Schools, General High Schools, Vocational High Schools, and IEK). She maintains continuous professional development through parent seminars and active participation in scientific conferences.

Panagiotopoulos Nikolaos Kai Synergates is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and a PhD candidate specializing in Internet Psychology and Artificial Intelligence (research dissertation at Università telematica di Pegaso). Concurrently, he serves as the Scientific Director of the Anxiety Management Center (diagnosis and therapeutic intervention - SMS). His scientific interests focus on trauma and personality. Together with a team of five specialist psychologists at the practice, he enriches his experience in applied psychotherapy and psychology. He studied Psychology at Università di Roma La Sapienza and holds a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from the same university. He is a certified facilitator of the ACT program (a retraining and violence prevention program for children and adolescents) conducted by the Hellenic Psychological Society in collaboration with the APA (American Psychological Association). He has undergone further training in psychotherapy (both conscious and unconscious). Specifically, in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Clinical Hypnosis, and Sports Psychology (mental trainer in psicologia dello sport). He holds specializations in clinical supervision, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, EMDR trauma therapy, and Cinema Therapy. Finally, as part of his continuous professional development, he has received training in psychometric tools for personality assessment (including the M.M.P.I) and in modern virtual reality (VR) tools. He is a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society, EMDR HELLAS, and a founding member of the international CBT-Hypnopsy association.

Demerouti Vasileia is a Psychiatrist - Psychotherapist and former Chief Resident A at the Athens Psychiatric Hospital "Dromokaiteio" and also maintains a private practice in Pallini. She completed her studies at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Psychiatry at the State Nursing Home of Leros and the Athens Psychiatric Hospital "Dafni." Furthermore, she worked as an Assistant Psychiatrist at the Athens Psychiatric Hospital "Dromokaiteio" until 2020 and has been serving as a Chief Resident since then. She respectfully manages a wide range of cases including psychotic disorders, schizophrenia, panic attacks, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, bulimia and anorexia nervosa, anxiety and stress, bipolar disorder, sexual disorders, and others.

Zerva Stauroula Kai Synergates is a Psychologist - Hypnotherapist with private practices in Marousi and Kalamata. She is a graduate of the Psychology Department of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, holding a master's degree in Clinical Psychology from American Liberty University, training in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy and Counseling at the Academy of Psychotherapy & Counseling, and specialization in therapeutic hypnosis, possessing multiple certifications in Clinical Hypnotherapy. She has 18 years of experience conducting individual sessions and group therapy, offering counseling sessions online for clients residing in other parts of Greece and abroad. Furthermore, her team includes trained collaborators specializing in therapeutic hypnosis at both her Marousi and Kalamata offices. Under her supervision and through the tailored therapy programs created by Stauroula based on each client's needs, they conduct individual sessions and couples therapy.

Η Ηλιάννα Κυριακάκη,MSc είναι Ψυχολόγος, με εξειδίκευση στην Κλινική και Κοινοτική Ψυχολογία και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφειο στην Αρτέμιδα.Ολοκλήρωσε τις προπτυχιακές της σπουδές στην Ψυχολογία στο University of East London και συνέχισε με μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές στην Κλινική και Κοινοτική Ψυχολογία, διευρύνοντας την κατάρτισή της σε ζητήματα ψυχικής υγείας, ανθρώπινης συμπεριφοράς και ψυχολογικής υποστήριξης.Στις ατομικές συνεδρίες, δίνεται χώρος σε όσα μπορεί να σας απασχολούν στην προσωπική ή καθημερινή σας ζωή. Ενδεικτικά, η θεματολογία μπορεί να αφορά το άγχος και το στρες, τις κρίσεις πανικού, τη διαχείριση θυμού, την αυτοεκτίμηση, τις διαπροσωπικές σχέσεις, τα όρια, τη διαχείριση συναισθημάτων, τις επίμονες ανησυχίες, καθώς και σημαντικές αλλαγές ή δυσκολίες της ζωής.Πιστεύει ότι η δημιουργία ενός ασφαλούς και εμπιστευτικού χώρου αποτελεί σημαντική βάση για μια ουσιαστική σχέση συνεργασίας. Για τον λόγο αυτό, στις συνεδρίες δίνει έμφαση στην ενεργητική ακρόαση, στον σεβασμό και στην αποδοχή της προσωπικής εμπειρίας κάθε ανθρώπου.Η ειδικός υποστηρίζει ακράδαντα ότι ο κάθε άνθρωπος έχει τη δική του ιστορία, τις δικές του ανάγκες και τον δικό του τρόπο να αντιμετωπίζει τις δυσκολίες. Στόχος της είναι να προσφέρει έναν χώρο όπου μπορείτε να μιλήσετε με ειλικρίνεια για όσα σας απασχολούν και, μέσα από τη μεταξύ σας συνεργασία, να κατανοήσετε καλύτερα τον εαυτό σας και να αναζητήσετε τρόπους που θα σας βοηθήσουν στην καθημερινότητά σας.

Piki Eirini works as a psychologist, psychotherapist, family therapist, lecturer and supervisor. She is a member of the ‘Greek Psychological Association’ as well as the ‘Hellenic Association of Systemic Therapy (HELASYTH). She has also obtained the European Certificate in Psychology (EuroPsy), and a work license as a psychologist (No. 5522/07). She completed her undergraduate degree (BSc) at the University of North London and her postgraduate (MA) and doctoral (PhD) studies at Goldsmiths University of London. Furthermore, she completed a training in individual, group and family psychotherapy at the Laboratory for the Study of Human Relations. She has worked for several years in different contexts in the field of psychology, such as in prisons, nursing homes and orphanages. She has given lectures at Goldsmiths University of London (UK) and at Mediterranean College (Greece). Since 2002, she has taken part in several seminars, with the aim of informing either the laymen or specific groups, such as parents, teachers and/or mental health care professionals. Since 2005, she has been working in private practice at her office in Agia Paraskevi, Athens, as a psychologist-psychotherapist for children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, as a group therapist, and also as a supervisor. Moreover, since 2005, she has been cooperating with a number of nurseries and, since 2012, she is in collaboration with the European Network of Women, which is an NGO dealing with issues of interfamilial violence and racial discrimination.

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.

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.

Tampaki Mairi is a licensed Psychologist and a certified Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapist. She maintains a private practice in Zografou, offering both in-person and online sessions to adolescents and adults. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with postgraduate studies in the "Science of Stress and Health Promotion" program at the Medical School of the same university. During her academic career, she collaborated with Aeginiteio Hospital as well as Day Centers, providing psychological support and participating in the therapeutic process of individuals facing various psychological challenges. As a mental health professional, she has worked with private therapeutic centers, school environments, and psychosocial rehabilitation structures, undertaking the support of children, adolescents, and adults. Concurrently, she holds an active role in voluntary programs, offering support to vulnerable social groups, while also engaging in research focused on the study of issues related to mental and physical health. Ms. Tampaki consistently invests in continuous education, participating in scientific conferences and specialized seminars related to clinical practice and contemporary approaches in psychotherapy. At the same time, she ensures systematic supervision and personal development, aiming to continuously enhance her professional quality and the therapeutic care provided. Using scientifically supported methods and individualized approaches, Ms. Tampaki supports her clients in managing their concerns, promoting their mental health and personal development.

Pleuri Maria Msc Kai Synergates is a Psychologist - MSc Clinical Neuropsychologist with a professional license and clinical experience since 2014. She has maintained a private practice for several years in Heraklion, Crete, as well as in Athens. Her postgraduate specialization took place at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in collaboration with the Montreal Neurological Institute of McGill University. The Psychologist holds a certified 4th specialization in the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Model, which she acquired at the Society of Cognitive Behavioral Studies, along with two additional years of training for treating children and adolescents. Furthermore, she has attended the annual training "Basic Principles for Counseling and Psychotherapy with LGBTQ+ individuals" from Orlando LGBT+ and has collaborated with the Hellenic Mediterranean University for the educational training program on sexual health. She has completed her training in the Schema Therapy model from the Hellenic Society of Schema Therapy and is currently undergoing certification.

The specialist collaborates with Nektarios Meimets, Psychologist MSc and Trainee Psychotherapist, as well as with Georgia Koltsida, Psychologist with a professional license, who is mainly engaged professionally in the administration and interpretation of psychometric tests, as well as in psychotherapeutic intervention with children, adolescents, and adults.

Η Παλπάνου Σοφία είναι Στρατιωτικός Ψυχολόγος-Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια-Κλινικός Νευροψυχολόγος και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στην Πλατεία Μαβίλη, όπου πραγματοποιεί ατομικές συνεδρίες ψυχοθεραπείας CBT, πλήρεις νευροψυχολογικούς ελέγχους, αξιολογήσεις Νοημοσύνης (WAIS–IV),  καθώς και αξιολογήσεις ΔΕΠΥ σε ενήλικες.

Είναι αριστούχος απόφοιτος του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου και κάτοχος Μεταπτυχιακού Διπλώματος Ειδίκευσης στην Κλινική Νευροψυχολογία και τις Νοητικές Νευροεπιστήμες από την Ιατρική Σχολή του ΕΚΠΑ σε συνεργασία με το Montreal Neurological Institute του Πανεπιστημίου McGill του Καναδά με βαθμό «Άριστα». Διαθέτει τετραετή εκπαίδευση στη Γνωσιακή – Συμπεριφοριστική Ψυχοθεραπεία στην Εταιρεία Γνωσιακών και Συμπεριφοριστικών Σπουδών και πιστοποίηση σε ευρωπαϊκό επίπεδο από την EABCT (European Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies). Συνεχίζει ωστόσο την επιμόρφωση της με σεμινάρια εξειδίκευσης στις θεραπείες τρίτης γενιάς της ΓΣΘ, όπως η Θεραπεία Αποδοχής και Δέσμευσης (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy – ACT).

Από το 2019 εργάζεται στην Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του 414 Στρατιωτικού Νοσοκομείου Ειδικών Νοσημάτων, όπου διενεργεί νευροψυχολογικές αξιολογήσεις ψυχιατρικών και νευρολογικών ασθενών με στόχο την τεκμηρίωση της φύσης και της σοβαρότητας των νοητικών ελλειμμάτων. Βασικός σκοπός είναι η εκτίμηση της λειτουργικότητας (επαγγελματική καταλληλότητα, λήψη αποφάσεων, αυτοφροντίδα, αυτονομία, δικαιοπρακτική ικανότητα, αξιολογήσεις ΚΕΠΑ), καθώς και η επιλογή εξατομικευμένου θεραπευτικού πλάνου. Παράλληλα, πραγματοποιεί αξιολογήσεις για τη διερεύνηση νευροαναπτυξιακών διαταραχών με εξειδίκευση στη ΔΕΠΥ ενηλίκων, ενώ χορηγεί πληθώρα ψυχομετρικών κλιμάκων και ημιδομημένων συνεντεύξεων, όπως το Ανιχνευτικό Ερωτηματολόγιο Προσωπικότητας SCID-5-PD και το Πολυφασικό Ερωτηματολόγιο Προσωπικότητας της Μινεσότα®-2. Επιπλέον, παρέχει ψυχοθεραπευτική και συμβουλευτική υποστήριξη σε νοσηλευόμενους ασθενείς και στις οικογένειές τους, ενώ αναλαμβάνει την εποπτεία Ομάδων Ψυχοκοινωνικής Μέριμνας στην Αττική και την Πελοπόννησο. Στο παρελθόν υπήρξε μέλος της Διασυνδετικής Ψυχιατρικής στο 401 Γενικό Στρατιωτικό Νοσοκομείο, όπου παρείχε υποστήριξη σε ασθενείς με χρόνιες παθήσεις, στη διαχείριση οξέων διαγνώσεων, καθώς και σε συγγενείς στη διαχείριση του πένθους.