Health professionals for Anxiety and Stress in Attica

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.

Pittaras Aggelos is a Psychologist who maintains a private practice in Galatsi. He completed his studies at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in the Department of Psychology, from which he obtained his degree, and subsequently trained at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). He has gained extensive experience, having also worked as a Psychologist for the Municipality of Petroupoli. He addresses a wide range of issues with respect for each client, including fear management, anxiety management, relationship counseling, personal development and self-improvement, and management of depression, anger, and grief.

Episkepsy Matthaios Zazanis Kai Synergates Psyxologoi-Psyxotherapeutes is a Psychologist - Integrative Psychotherapist with a Person-Centered orientation and is a co-founder of the Counseling Center for Education and Psychosocial Support epi S.K.E.P.S.Y. as well as the scientific director of the center in Ano Patissia. He has specialized training in addictions and mental disorders and is certified by Greek, British, and American organizations. Throughout his career, he has encountered distinguished mentors who serve as an inspiration to him.

Xatziandreou Mairi is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Exarchia. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University and has received specialized training in Clinical Psychopathology at the Research University Institute of Mental Health, Aeginiteio Hospital, as well as in Child Psychology - Child Psychiatry at the University of the Aegean. Additionally, she has specialized in Family Law for Social Scientists at the University of the Aegean and has completed psychoanalytic training at the Academy of Clinical Studies and at the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica. She has worked as a Psychologist at the Association for the Protection of the Unborn Child "The Embrace" and currently volunteers as a Psychologist in the 9th Psychiatric Department of the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica "Dafni". Finally, she has served as Coordinator of a psychotherapeutic group at the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica "Dromokaitio".

Elizampeth Stamou is a Psychologist - Neuropsychologist with clinical and research experience in the field of mental health and neuroscience. She possesses a strong scientific background in the study of brain function through neuroimaging, with a particular interest in the relationship between the brain, behavior, and psychopathology.

She has extensive professional experience in London, having worked as a clinical scientist in leading hospital institutions such as King’s College Hospital, Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, and Cleveland Clinic London, focusing on neuroimaging for preoperative assessments in populations with neuro-oncological disorders, epilepsy, and complex neurological conditions.

Simultaneously, she is actively engaged in adult psychotherapy, specializing in eating disorders (Master Practitioner in Eating Disorders) and with extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of anxiety, depression, neurodevelopmental difficulties (autism spectrum, ADHD), as well as complex challenges in daily functioning. Her therapeutic approach is integrative and individualized, combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, contemporary evidence-based models, and person-centered understanding, aiming for meaningful and sustainable change. She places particular emphasis on women’s mental health, supporting women with chronic hormonal conditions and the psychological and physical impacts these have on daily life.

Katsika Athanasia is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist with a private practice in Argyroupoli. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology of the Faculty of Philosophy in Athens and is licensed to practice as a psychologist. She specializes in Systemic Counseling and Psychotherapy and holds certification as a systemic psychotherapist. She has been trained in the assessment and rehabilitation of learning difficulties and in specialized behavioral intervention models for the psychoeducation of families with children with developmental disorders. For more than ten years, she worked as a psychologist in private special education centers, conducting individual and group sessions for children and adolescents with developmental and learning difficulties. Concurrently, she provided counseling sessions for parents and families. Additionally, she has participated as a speaker in national conferences on special education and counseling society events.

Dimitra Drakaki is a Clinical Psychologist who works privately, offering online therapy sessions in Greek, English and French. She holds a Bachelor’s degree (BSc) in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, as well as a Master’s degree (MSc) in Clinical Psychology, Psychopathology, and Health Psychology from Paris Nanterre University in France.

Her therapeutic practice is grounded in the psychodynamic model, with theoretical and clinical training obtained through the psychoanalytic program of Paris Nanterre University, complemented by further specialization through seminars and professional trainings at institutions such as ASM13 (Paris, France). In parallel, she is engaged in personal therapy and receives psychodynamic supervision.

Her clinical interests have led her to work with diverse populations and settings, including psychiatric clinics (ASM13 – Hôpital L’Eau-Vive, CH Fondation Vallée), medical and psychosocial support centers (CMP Philippe Paumelle, Centre Friends’ Play, SOS Children’s Villages), working with adults as well as children and adolescents. She has provided individual therapy and facilitated therapeutic groups, as well as groups for mental health professionals. Issues related to parenthood and family relationships are central to her research interests; she has explored women’s experiences of infertility and its connection to the biological and emotional dimensions of the female body.

Allowing her professional identity to be shaped through these experiences, she draws on a range of therapeutic tools that enable each individual to come into contact with a more authentic version of themselves. The aim of the therapeutic relationship is to create a safe space in which the client can process their experiences, reflect on their personal history, and develop greater awareness and freedom in relation to their choices and desires.

Η Αγγελική Μοσχούρη BSc, MA είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, με άδεια ασκήσεως επαγγέλματος. Σπούδασε Ψυχολογία στο Εθνικό Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών (ΕΚΠΑ) και πραγματοποιεί την ειδίκευση της στη Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία στο Ευρωπαϊκό Ινστιτούτο Συμβουλευτικής και Ψυχοθεραπείας EICP. Έχει κάνει την μετεκπαίδευση της στο Ερευνητικό Πανεπιστημιακό Ινστιτούτο Ψυχικής Υγείας (ΕΠΙΨΥ), στο Αιγινήτειο Νοσοκομείο στην Α' Ψυχιατρική Κλινική, πάνω στην Ψυχοεκπαιδευτική Παρέμβαση και στη Θεραπεία Οικογένειας στην Ψύχωση. Ασχολείται επαγγελματικά με την Ψυχοθεραπεία παιδιών και εφήβων, καθώς και με την Ατομική Ψυχοθεραπεία ενηλίκων. Επίσης, αναλαμβάνει Συμβουλευτική γονέων, στα πλαίσια της Οικογενειακής Θεραπείας. Διαθέτει εμπειρία στην αντιμετώπιση διαφόρων διαταραχών, όπως οι συναισθηματικές και οι συμπεριφορικές διαταραχές, οι αγχώδεις διαταραχές, διαταραχές στο φάσμα του αυτισμού, ΔΕΠ-Υ.

Στόχος της είναι η υποστήριξη του ατόμου στην κατανόηση του εαυτού του, στη διαχείριση των συναισθημάτων και δυσκολιών και στην ενίσχυση των προσωπικών του δεξιοτήτων, με σεβασμό στις ανάγκες του κάθε ανθρώπου.

Xristidi Katerina MSc, BTEC is a Child Psychologist with a private practice in Pangrati. She holds a degree in Psychology from Panteion University and completed a postgraduate specialization program in Child, Adolescent, and Family Psychotherapy at London Metropolitan University, London. Additionally, she completed her specialization in Integrative Counseling/Psychotherapy (BTEC Advanced Professional Diploma in Integrative Counseling) from the English institution Pearson, recognized by the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy. A key advantage of the Integrative Approach is that it combines techniques from various approaches, allowing flexible adaptation to the needs and personality of each patient. She has worked at the Psychiatric Clinic of the General Children's Hospital "Agia Sofia," the therapy center "En logo kai ergo," and the Hellenic Society for the Protection & Rehabilitation of Disabled Children, at the neuropsychological rehabilitation center for individuals with brain injuries, and in the infant department. Finally, she regularly attends numerous conferences and seminars as part of her continuing professional development.

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.

Tatsi Athina is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Nea Ionia, Attica. She holds a degree in Applied Psychology from the University of Derby and a Master's degree (MSc) in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy from the same university. Subsequently, she completed postgraduate training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at Aeginiteio Hospital. She has worked in significant public and private institutions as a Psychotherapist, as well as in public agencies, psychological support helplines, and private practices. Additionally, her volunteer work, from which she gained valuable experience in the field of Psychology, is noteworthy. She has volunteered as a Psychologist - Psychotherapist in public hospitals and mental health centers. Currently, she offers private sessions to adults, providing psychological support either in person or remotely.

Elisavet Pantazakou is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist, a graduate of the Psychology Department at the University of Hertfordshire.

She holds a master's degree in Work and Organizational Psychology from the University of Hertfordshire.

She has been trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Η Δήμητρα Γ. Φύκα είναι Ψυχολόγος – Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια με ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο κέντρο της Αθήνας, στην περιοχή της Ακαδημίας Πλάτωνος, καθώς και στο Ξυλόκαστρο Κορινθίας. Παράλληλα, παρέχει υπηρεσίες και μέσω διαδικτυακών συνεδριών, διευκολύνοντας την πρόσβαση στην ψυχοθεραπεία από οπουδήποτε.

Είναι απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών (ΕΚΠΑ), ενώ ο πρώτος κύκλος σπουδών της ήταν στο Παιδαγωγικό Τμήμα Δημοτικής Εκπαίδευσης του ίδιου πανεπιστημίου. Η ακαδημαϊκή της πορεία συνδυάζει τη βαθιά κατανόηση της ανθρώπινης ψυχής με τη γνώση της εκπαιδευτικής διαδικασίας και της ανάπτυξης του παιδιού.

Μετεκπαιδεύτεται στη Σωματική Ψυχοθεραπεία στο Ελληνικό Ινστιτούτο Νευροφυτοθεραπείας και Ανάλυσης Χαρακτήρα (Ε.Ι.Ν.Α.), με εκπαίδευση πιστοποιημένη από διεθνείς και ελληνικούς φορείς, όπως η European Association for Body Psychotherapy (EABP), η European Association of Psychotherapy (EAP), η Εθνική Εταιρεία Ψυχοθεραπείας Ελλάδος (ΕΕΨΕ) και η Ελληνική Εταιρεία Συμβουλευτικής (ΕΕΣ).

Διαθέτει 15ετή επαγγελματική εμπειρία στον χώρο της εκπαίδευσης, έχοντας εργαστεί ως εκπαιδευτικός σε ιδιωτικό σχολείο. Η εμπειρία αυτή της επιτρέπει να προσεγγίζει με ουσιαστικό τρόπο παιδιά, εφήβους και γονείς, κατανοώντας σε βάθος τις ανάγκες κάθε αναπτυξιακού σταδίου.

Σήμερα εργάζεται ως Ψυχολόγος &Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, παρέχοντας ατομικές συνεδρίες σε ενήλικες, εφήβους και γονείς, με στόχο την ενίσχυση της ψυχικής ανθεκτικότητας, τη διαχείριση συναισθηματικών δυσκολιών και τη βελτίωση της ποιότητας ζωής. Παράλληλα, πραγματοποιεί ομιλίες και βιωματικά εργαστήρια σε δημόσιους και ιδιωτικούς φορείς, εστιάζοντας σε θέματα ψυχικής υγείας, γονεϊκότητας και προσωπικής ανάπτυξης.

Από το 2012 έως και σήμερα συνεχίζει αδιάλειπτα την επιμόρφωσή της, παρακολουθώντας σεμινάρια και βιωματικά εργαστήρια στον τομέα της Ψυχολογίας, της Ψυχοθεραπείας και της Εκπαίδευσης, με στόχο τη συνεχή εξέλιξη και την παροχή υψηλού επιπέδου υπηρεσιών στους ανθρώπους που την εμπιστεύονται.

Anastasiou Veneti Faidra is a Psychologist - certified Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Nikaia. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Panteion University, with postgraduate studies in Clinical Interventions in Addictions from the University of Crete and in Gender Studies: Methodologies, Theories, Policies from the Hellenic Open University. She is continuing her training in Drama Therapy. She has participated in numerous seminars and specialized programs focusing on child and adolescent mental health, addictions, and contemporary psychotherapeutic approaches. She has worked as a psychologist in public and private mental health institutions, such as Special Therapy Centers, the National Organization for the Prevention and Treatment of Addictions (EOPAE), and the Self-Help Promotion Program. Additionally, she has experience in psychological support for children and adolescents, psychoeducation, as well as research on mental health and artistic expression. In her practice, she combines theoretical training with a human-centered approach, creatively utilizing tools such as art and play. She has participated in research projects and scientific publications, while maintaining an active interest in issues of social gender, rights, and the empowerment of vulnerable populations.

Georgia Mpertsia is a Clinical Psychologist and Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy Therapist. She specializes in treating anxiety, phobias, panic disorders, depression, relational and family difficulties in adults, adolescents, and children. Additionally, she teaches at a private college in Attica. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Athens, and completed her postgraduate studies with honors in Clinical Psychology at the University of Central Lancashire, UK. Her specialization was carried out in the Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapeutic Approach. Her clinical experience includes mental health and rehabilitation facilities such as K.E.TH.E.A DIAVASI, E.P.A.PSY, and private support structures for individuals with disabilities. She has been trained in clinical and translational research as a member of the Laboratory of Experimental Psychology and Neuropsychology at Aiginiteio Hospital. Currently, she collaborates with private psychotherapeutic institutions in Attica. She has been trained in clinical assessment and administration of Psychometric Tools for the investigation of Anxiety, Mood, Depression and Mania, Cognitive Functions/Mental Functionality in healthy and clinical populations. Finally, she has participated in and attended numerous conferences and seminars in the field of Psychology and has published a variety of articles in collaboration with online mental health platforms.

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.