Health professionals for Anxiety and Stress near Kallithea

Semeli Balta-Messari is a Psychologist and Dance Therapist who maintains a private practice in Neos Kosmos. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete (2018). She holds a specialization in Jungian – Psychodynamic Counseling through Dance Therapy under the supervision of the Hellenic Center for Training – Psychotherapy through the Arts (Hellenic-British College of Athens), which she successfully completed in 2022. She has been trained in the Laban Movement Analysis (LMA) system and the Authentic Movement technique. The therapeutic model she follows combines Counseling Psychology techniques with the analysis of symbols and dreams, the approach to archetypes through creative methods, the Authentic Movement technique, and the Active Imagination technique. She has worked as a psychologist and dance therapist in both private and public institutions, providing psychological and counseling support to children, adolescents, and families, as well as populations with increased social and psycho-emotional needs. Currently, she is coordinating auxiliary work, as a specialist scientist, for the “Women InterACT” group at Restart Theater Athens, within the framework of a European program addressing the dual exclusion of women.

Zouka Olga is a Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist, licensed to practice, and maintains a private practice in Athens. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and has received postgraduate training in Systemic Psychotherapy (Systemic – Family Therapy and Couple Therapy) at the Society of Systemic Therapy and Intervention for Individuals, Families, and Broader Systems (ESYTHEPAS). She has attended training seminars on administering Projective Tests (RORSCHACH, T.A.T., C.A.T., Children's Drawing Test) at DI.K.E.PS.Y., as well as seminars related to addictions at ITACA – Greek Section and the Training Center of the 18 Ano Addiction Treatment Unit. Additionally, she completed practical training in the Family Department of the Therapeutic Center for Dependent Individuals (KETHEA) "Diavasi" and at the Psychiatric Clinic of the 251 General Air Force Hospital. She has worked as a psychologist in K.D.A.P. MEA (Municipality of Acharnes "AROGI"), in prisons (Detoxification Center for Drug-Addicted Prisoners Eleonas Thebes (KATKETH)), in a shelter for unaccompanied minor refugees (AMKE SUNYPARXIS Ecumenical Refugee Program), and provided psychosocial support to the Municipality of Haidari through an ESPA program. Currently, she provides counseling to unemployed individuals through an ESPA program. In her private practice, she focuses on creating a supportive and collaborative therapeutic relationship, tailoring her approach to the uniqueness and specific needs of each client, aiming at the effective management of any issues they face. She conducts in-person and online sessions with adults, adolescents (15 years and older), families, couples, as well as counseling sessions for couples and parents.

Afroditi Ioannidi is a Psychologist and Psychotherapist licensed to practice with extensive experience in the field of mental health. A graduate of the Psychology Department at the University of East London, she holds dual postgraduate qualifications, initially in Clinical and Community Psychology, followed by Counseling and Psychotherapy. She is currently completing her four-year specialization in Systemic Psychotherapy and Counseling at the Laboratory of Systemic Psychology and Pedagogy. With a profound inclination towards psychology and the humanistic sciences, Afroditi Ioannidi has focused on understanding and supporting human complexity. Her professional experience includes providing psychological support and therapy at both individual and group levels. Her commitment is to support individuals and families in addressing their challenges and enhancing their quality of life by offering a safe and supportive therapeutic environment.

Alixontzoti Vera is a graduate of Psychology from the University of Crete with postgraduate studies in child and adolescent psychology from the University of Central Lancashire. For years, she collaborated with the Peristeri Mental Health Center (KPSY) in the diagnosis and rehabilitation of learning difficulties. Since 2016, she has been working with special education centers, providing both educational and psychological support for children and adolescents as well as parent counseling, gaining extensive experience in the field. Additionally, she has worked as a psychologist in secondary schools in the Southern suburbs. She currently runs her own practice, offering support to children, adolescents, and their families. Furthermore, the office includes specially designed spaces for individual and group psychotherapy for adults and guardians of companion animals. These specific services are provided by Skrembou Paraskevi – Psychologist, MSc, Integrative Psychotherapist, a collaborator of Ms. Alixontzoti.

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.

Mpani Vanesa is a graduate of the Psychology Department at Panteion University and specialized in the Cognitive-Behavioral Model of Adult Therapy through the Society for Cognitive and Behavioral Studies. She is currently furthering her specialization in Schema Therapy at the Hellenic Society of Schema Therapy. Her research work has been presented at Panteion University and at the Institute for Research and Therapy of Behavior. Previously, she has collaborated with the mental health services center "Arsi," the rehabilitation and recovery center "Medical Exercise," and the supported living residence "To Petagma." Since 2019, she has maintained a private practice in Koukaki.

Tserga Katerina MSc is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Paleo Faliro. She is a graduate of Panteion University with a postgraduate specialization in Positive Psychology. She has been trained in Group Analysis and Psychotherapy by the Group Analysis Society, as well as in Clinical Psychopathology at Aeginiteio Hospital. She has worked as a lead psychologist in the Social Service of the Municipality of Agios Dimitrios and as a psychologist at the Hellenic Police, and since 2016 has been active at the "House of Emotions," providing psychological support and psychotherapy to adults and groups. She collaborates with major companies in human resource training on topics such as Emotional Intelligence and Stress. Finally, the specialist is a member of the Panhellenic Psychological Association and has participated in scientific conferences on topics related to mental health.

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.

Η Γραμμένου Κωνσταντίνα είναι Ψυχολόγος, με Μεταπτυχιακό Δίπλωμα (MSc) στη Συνθετική Συμβουλευτική και Ψυχοθεραπεία. Από το 2017 είναι υπεύθυνη του Κέντρου Συμβουλευτικής και Ψυχοθεραπείας "Κωνσταντίνα Γραμμένου" στη Νέα Σμύρνη.

Είναι πιστοποιημένη επόπτρια και έχει αναλάβει την καθοδήγηση και εποπτεία της πρακτικής άσκησης φοιτητών μεταπτυχιακών προγραμμάτων ψυχολογίας και ψυχοθεραπείας. Από το 2021 δραστηριοποιείται και ως προσκεκλημένη εισηγήτρια μαθημάτων ψυχολογίας σε κολλέγιο ανθρωπιστικών επιστημών.

Επιπλέον, έχει εξειδικευτεί στην Ιατρική Ψυχολογία. Είναι μέλος του Συλλόγου Ελλήνων Ψυχολόγων (ΣΕΨ) και του Βρετανικού Συλλόγου Συμβούλων και Ψυχοθεραπευτών (BACP). Ιδιωτικά ασχολείται με τη συμβουλευτική και ψυχοθεραπεία ενηλίκων και συνολικά η εμπειρία της έχει διαμορφωθεί μέσω της συνεργασίας της με κέντρα ψυχοθεραπείας και της συμβουλευτικής σε γονείς και παιδιά, στην Ογκολογική Μονάδα του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Παίδων Αθηνών "Παναγιώτη και Αγλαΐας Κυριακού". Τέλος, στον επαγγελματικό της χώρο διεξάγονται σεμινάρια για την ψυχική υγεία και υπάρχει συνεργασία με καταξιωμένους επαγγελματίες ψυχικής υγείας που παρέχουν συνεδρίες στα ελληνικά και στα αγγλικά.

Η Δρ. Κρίστη Λαγογιάννη έχει σπουδάσει Ψυχολογία με Μεταπτυχιακή ειδίκευση στην ψυχολογία της αποκατάστασης. Είναι κάτοχος Διδακτορικού τίτλου σπουδών στην Εφαρμοσμένη Ψυχολογία από το Πανεπιστήμιο του Nottingham στην Αγγλία και έχει αρκετή εμπειρία με άτομα με νευρολογικά προβλήματα και πολύπλοκες ειδικές ανάγκες. Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη Συμβουλευτική και παράλληλα ολοκληρώνει την εκπαίδευσή της στην Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Ψυχοθεραπεία. Σε ερευνητικό επίπεδο, έχει συνεργαστεί με την Α’ νευροχειρουργική κλινική του Ευαγγελισμού καθώς και με το Εθνικό Σύστημα Υγείας της Αγγλίας (NHS). Η Δρ. Λαγογιάννη έχει επίσης διοϊκητικό ρόλο στο κολλέγιο ανθρωπιστικών επιστημών ICPS όπου είναι επικεφαλής σε ακαδημαϊκά προγράμματα ψυχολογίας καθώς επίσης διδάσκει η ίδια και επιβλέπει πτυχιακές εργασίες. Έχει σταθερή συνεργασία με το γραφείο της Κωνσταντίνας Γραμμένου από το 2018.

Ο Διονύσιος Γραμμένος είναι Ψυχολόγος. Κατέχει PgDip στη Συνθετική Συμβουλευτική και Ψυχοθεραπεία, προσφέροντας μια Συνθετική Προσέγγιση για την αντιμετώπιση των ψυχικών αναγκών των πελατών. Με εμπειρία σε πολυπολιτισμικό περιβάλλον, παρέχει συνεδρίες στα ελληνικά και στα αγγλικά, ενώ μιλάει ολλανδικά σε επίπεδο (B2).

Το MSc του στην Κλινική Νευροψυχολογία από το Πανεπιστήμιο του Groningen του παρέχει βαθιά κατανόηση της σχέσης εγκεφάλου-συμπεριφοράς, επιτρέποντάς του να προσαρμόζει αποτελεσματικά τις παρεμβάσεις του. Επιπλέον, το BSc (Hons) του στην Ψυχολογία από το Πανεπιστήμιο του Greenwich και το Athens New York College τον έχει εξοπλίσει με ένα ισχυρό θεωρητικό και ερευνητικό υπόβαθρο στην Ψυχολογία.

Kastrioti Dora is a Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Paleo Faliro. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with postgraduate studies in Liaison Psychiatry at the Medical School of NKUA. She is a member of the Freud-Lacan Psychoanalytic Society, where she shapes her theoretical and clinical training. Her practice is guided by the teachings of Sigmund Freud and Jacques Lacan, personal analysis, and psychoanalytic supervision. Finally, the specialist provides services tailored to the individual needs of each patient in her private office.

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.

Nada Zin - Euaggelidis Mixalis is based in Nea Smyrni. Mixalis is a graduate Physiotherapist (member of P.S.F.), an Acupuncturist with postgraduate studies (MSc) in England. He obtained a Master of Chiropractic from the Ackerman College Stockholm. He followed further training in Medical Acupuncture and Electroacupuncture in England, Auricular Acupuncture with the Nogier method, Korean Microacupuncture method (UK), and Si Yuan - Balance Method in Switzerland. He also studied Traditional Chinese Medicine at OMC. His research focus is on Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain and its management through acupuncture and scientifically validated contemporary and traditional methods. His approach is holistic, individualized, and tailored to the needs of the patient. He applies Acupuncture, Ackerman Chiropractic, Osteopractic, and therapeutic physical movement.

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.

Stefanou Nefeli BSc, MSc is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Paleo Faliro. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a postgraduate degree in Liaison Psychiatry Integrated Care of Physical and Mental Health from the medical department. She has been working in the field of psychotherapy since 2018, offering individual psychotherapy services to adults and adolescents as well as counseling to parents. She is oriented towards the field of Lacanian Psychoanalysis and is a student at the Academy of Clinical Studies in Athens. Her practice, informed by Lacan's teachings, places particular emphasis on the speech of each subject and explores the meaning of the symptoms presented by each analysand. 

Aggelaki Dimitra - Eugenia is a Psychologist with a private practice located in Neos Kosmos. She graduated in Psychology from the University of Crete and specializes in Psychodynamic Clinical Practice. She has completed the two-year postgraduate program "Psychosexual Disorders: Diagnosis and Treatment" at the Research University Institute of Mental Health (EPIΨY). She has also been trained in "Eating Disorders" at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, as well as in the "Management and Psychoeducation of Anxiety and Depression" at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, she has completed the training program in Psychodynamic Clinical Practice at the Hellenic Organization for Psychotherapy and Education in Group Analysis (HOPEinGA). She has also attended postgraduate seminars in advanced-level psychodynamic psychotherapy and existential psychotherapy. She has worked in a private elder care facility, a private center for special therapies, and in the sexual health clinic of the University Psychiatric Clinic at Aeginiteio Hospital. Furthermore, she has given presentations at parent and guardian associations on the topic of psychosocial issues during adolescence. Additionally, she has volunteered with the Greek seropositives association "Positive Voice." In her private practice, she offers individual psychotherapy and counseling services for adults, both in-person and online, along with specialized interventions for the management and treatment of emotional disorders, interpersonal relationship issues, and eating disorders.

Dritsoulas Konstantinos is a Psychologist (MSc) specializing in Relational Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy and maintains a private practice in the Neos Kosmos area. He is a graduate of Canterbury Christ Church University with postgraduate training in Clinical Psychology (MSc) at the University of Essex. He trained and holds a postgraduate Diploma of Specialization in Clinical Skills based on Relational Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy from the Institute of Relational and Group Psychotherapy (ISOPS). Since 2022, he has been a trainee in group analytic psychotherapy at the Hellenic Network of Group Analysts (E.D.O.A.). In 2025, he began specialized training in Sexual Health and Diversity and in the Clinical Skills of a Psychosexologist at the Institute of Psychosexual Education (IN.PS.E.).

As part of his lifelong learning and professional development, he attends training seminars, certified programs, workshops, and conferences, and has presented his clinical work at scientific panels in Greece and abroad. Currently, he is a scientific collaborator and responsible for practical training at Psychoplefsi, where he also conducts individual case consultations. He is engaged in individual therapy and supervision at the Institute of Relational and Group Psychotherapy (ISOPS) and in group therapy and supervision at the Hellenic Network of Group Analysts. Finally, he is a member of the International Association for Relational Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy (IARPP) and the American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA).