Health professionals for Anxiety and Stress

Το Κέντρο Ψυχοθεραπείας & Συμβουλευτικής "Ψυχής Ευεξία" - Αντωνάκη Βαρβάρα βρίσκεται στο Ρέθυμνο. Επιστημονική Υπεύθυνη του κέντρου είναι η Ψυχολόγος Msc - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια Αντωνάκη Βαρβάρα. Είναι απόφοιτη του τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Πανεπιστημίου Nottingham Trent University με Μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές στην Ψυχολογία της Υγείας (M.Sc. in Health Psychology University of Bedfordshire 2014-2015). Παράλληλα, ολοκλήρωσε την εκπαίδευση του Health Psychology in Public Health Network στην Ανάπτυξη παρεμβάσεων στην δημόσια υγεία «Developing Interventions in public health”. Μετά την ολοκλήρωση των σπουδών της παρείχε εθελοντικά τις υπηρεσίες της ως ψυχολόγος για τρία χρόνια στην Ψυχιατρική κλινική και στον Ξενώνα Βραχείας Παραμονής «Ηλιοτρόπιο» του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Ρεθύμνου. Ειδικεύεται στην Γνωσιακή Αναλυτική Ψυχοθεραπεία (Cognitive analytic therapy-CAT) και είναι κάτοχος διπλώματος ψυχοθεραπεύτριας και τακτικό μέλος της Πανελλήνιας Εταιρείας Γνωστικής Αναλυτικής Ψυχοθεραπείας. Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στην Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία ολοκληρώνοντας το πιστοποπιημενο 4ετές πρόγραμμα, στην Συμβουλευτική και Θεραπείας Ζεύγους και Οικογένειας καθώς και στη Θεραπεία Εστιασμένη στη Λύση (level2 ). Είναι μέλος του Βρετανικού Συλλόγου Ψυχολόγων.. Διαθέτει μεγάλη εμπειρία σε όλο το φάσμα της ψυχοπαθολογίας (αγχώδεις διαταραχές, κρίσεις πανικού, ψυχοσωματικά, συναισθηματικές διαταραχές) καθώς και σε θέματα που αφορούν κάποια χρόνια νόσο (παχυσαρκία, αυτοάνοσα νοσήματα, καρκίνος). Επίσης, σε δυσκολίες που οφείλονται σε μεταβάσεις (πανελλήνιες εξετάσεις, φοιτητική ζωή, γάμος, γέννηση παιδιού, διαζύγιο, πένθος). Έχει συμμετάσχει ως βασική ομιλήτρια σε ημερίδες ψυχικής υγείας και αναλάβει βιωματικά σεμινάρια που απευθύνονται σε γονείς παιδιών σχολικής ηλικίας και εφήβων. Βρίσκεται σε συνεχή αναζήτηση για την ενίσχυση των γνώσεων μου και σε συνεχή εποπτεία από Πανεπιστημιακούς Διδάκτορες Ψυχοθεραπευτές και Ψυχιάτρους. Από το 2020 έως το 2023 ήταν γραμματέας του κοινωνικού συνεταιρισμού Κοι.Σ.ΠΕ νομού Ρεθύμνου «ΑΡΩΔΑΜΟΣ», που έχει ως στόχο την ανάπτυξη δραστηριοτήτων για την απασχόληση ατόμων με ψυχοκοινωνικά προβλήματα για την ισότιμη συμμετοχή τους στην κοινωνική και οικονομική ζωή.

Anastasia Skliva is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Keratsini. She holds a degree in psychology from the Metropolitan College, has been trained in counseling psychotherapy at the Universal Training lifelong learning center, and specializes in systemic psychotherapy through her studies at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has experience managing mental health issues through counseling programs as well as her involvement with the NGO IASIS. She undertakes psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, and couples facing difficulties, and also conducts parent counseling sessions. Sessions are held either in person or online.

Η Πατεράκη Κωνσταντίνα MSc, είναι Ψυχολόγος με άδεια άσκησης του επαγγέλματος και Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια με μεταπτυχιακό στην Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία. Δουλεύει ατομικά με ενήλικες και εφήβους σε θέματα ψυχικής υγείας όπως το άγχος και η κατάθλιψη αλλά και σε δυσκολίες που αφορούν 1. Τις διαπροσωπικές σχέσεις: δυσκολίες στην ερωτική/ συντροφική σχέση, διαχείριση της ενήλικης σχέσης με τους γονείς, διαχείριση ρήξεων, θέματα γονεϊκότητας /Gentle parenting, οριοθέτηση και άλλα. 2. Την σχέση με τον εαυτό: Αυτοαξία/ αυτοεκτίμηση, αυτογνωσία, σεξουαλικός προσανατολισμός / ταυτότητα φύλου, πένθος/ απώλεια, people pleasing, ρύθμιση του συναισθήματος, εσωτερικές συγκρούσεις. Η εξειδίκευση της στην Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία της επιτρέπει να συνθέτει γνώσεις και τεχνικές από τρεις ψυχοθεραπευτικές προσεγγίσεις ( Γνωστική-Συμπεριφορική, Προσωποκεντρική και Ψυχοδυναμική Ψυχοθεραπεία), με εξατομικευμένους τρόπους για το κάθε θεραπευόμενο άτομο ξεχωριστά. Η αποδοχή, η έλλειψη κριτικής, η ενσυναισθητική ακρόαση, και η αυθεντική διάθεση για κατανόηση από την πλευρά της Ψυχοθεραπεύτριας, σε συνδυασμό με τη διάθεση για ειλικρίνεια και το σεβασμό του ψυχοθεραπευτικού πλαισίου από την πλευρά του θεραπευόμενου ατόμου, γίνονται το γόνιμο έδαφος για την καλλιέργεια μια ασφαλούς ψυχοθεραπευτικής σχέσης εμπιστοσύνης. Το θεραπευόμενο άτομο ως ειδικό του εαυτού του και η Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια ως ειδικός ψυχικής υγείας, συνεργάζονται για την καλύτερη δυνατή πλοήγηση στον κόσμο του θεραπευόμενου. Μέσα στην ανακουφιστική ασφάλεια της ψυχοθεραπευτικής σχέσης, η οποία αποτελεί και το βασικό εργαλείο της ψυχοθεραπευτικής διαδικασίας, το θεραπευόμενο άτομο καλείται να μάθει τους μηχανισμούς του, να αναγνωρίσει τα μοτίβα του και να αντέξει τις αλήθειες του. Στόχος είναι τόσο η βαθύτερη κατανόηση του εαυτού, η ανάπτυξη αυτοσυμπόνιας και αυτοαποδοχής, όσο και η επίτευξη της επιθυμητής αλλαγής μέσα από τη δράση, την ανάληψη ευθύνης και την εκμάθηση νέων εργαλείων και υγιέστερων μηχανισμών διαχείρισης του εαυτού, και των σχέσεων. Η ίδια η ψυχοθεραπευτική σχέση δρα συχνά ως επανορθωτική εμπειρία και ανοίγει το δρόμο για τις άλλες σημαντικές σχέσεις της ενήλικης ζωής.

Kaliakoudas Panagis is a Psychologist who maintains two private practices, located in Kypseli and Chalandri. He holds a master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Boston College in Boston, USA, and a bachelor's degree in Psychology from the same university. Additionally, he is a certified addiction counselor accredited by IC&RC and trained in the EMDR trauma therapy method. Throughout his career, he has worked as an addiction counselor, psychologist, and crisis counselor in various hospital settings in Boston and Athens. Currently, alongside his private practices, he works as a Psychologist at the Model Elderly Care Unit "To Thalpos" and at the Psychiatric Clinic "To Asklipieion." Furthermore, he is a member of the British Psychological Society and offers sessions in English at his office.

Myrto Mitraka Papageorgiou is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist, graduate of the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences, holding a Master’s degree in Psychology with a specialization in “Identities and Interpersonal Relationships.” She has completed training in Systemic – Family Therapy at the Laboratory for the Exploration of Human Relations.

She has worked with elderly individuals in care units, as well as with children, adolescents, and adults in specialized therapy centers and online psychotherapy platforms. She provides therapeutic support tailored to each person’s unique needs, offering a safe and empathetic space.

Ο Ανδρέας Αλαβέρας,MSc είναι ένας Ψυχολόγος-Ψυχοθεραπευτής και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στον Χολαργό. Ο ειδικός συνδυάζει την ισχυρή ακαδημαϊκή κατάρτιση με την πλούσια κλινική εμπειρία. Διαθέτει πτυχίο από το University of Hertfordshire και μεταπτυχιακό (MSc) στην Κλινική και Κοινοτική Ψυχολογία από το University of East London, ενώ η προσέγγισή του βασίζεται στις αρχές της Γνωσιακής Συμπεριφορικής Ψυχοθεραπείας (CBT).Η επαγγελματική του δράση χαρακτηρίζεται από έναν έντονο ανθρωποκεντρικό προσανατολισμό. Πέρα από την ιδιωτική του πρακτική στον Χολαργό και τη συνεργασία του με ιδιωτικούς οργανισμούς, έχει αναπτύξει σημαντικό έργο στην υποστήριξη ευάλωτων κοινωνικών ομάδων και ατόμων με χρόνιες παθήσεις.Ως θεραπευτής, εστιάζει στην παροχή ενός ασφαλούς περιβάλλοντος για τη διαχείριση σύγχρονων προκλήσεων, όπως: Οι διαταραχές άγχους και οι κρίσεις πανικού,η κατάθλιψη και οι συναισθηματικές δυσκολίες καθώς και η διαχείριση απώλειας και πένθους.Η φιλοσοφία του εστιάζει στην οικοδόμηση μιας σχέσης εμπιστοσύνης με τον θεραπευόμενο, με στόχο την κατανόηση των βαθύτερων αιτιών των προβλημάτων και την ανάπτυξη πρακτικών δεξιοτήτων για τη βελτίωση της καθημερινότητας και της ψυχικής ανθεκτικότητας.

Pitsirelou Anthi Kai Synergates is a certified Psychologist MSc, specialized in psychoanalysis and integrative psychotherapy. She holds a professional license to practice psychology. She studied Clinical Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and completed her internship at the child psychiatry clinic of the "Agia Sofia" Children's Hospital. She obtained a postgraduate degree in Psychoanalysis from the French university Montpellier Paul Valery 3. She has specialized in Integrative Psychotherapy, which, according to the definition of the European Association for Integrative Psychotherapy (EAIP), implements a unique practice aimed at a unified approach to individuals. She has attended seminars in Child Psychology, Positive Psychology, and School Psychology. She has received NOCN certification in Psychopathology after 100 hours of training. She volunteered as a psychologist on the "Milame" platform, where she provides services to individuals of all age groups throughout Greece, aiming at managing multiple mental health issues, achieving higher levels of self-awareness, and promoting mental health. Additionally, she collaborates with the "PSYCHOLOGY.GR" platform, where she publishes articles. She has worked with children and adults on the autism spectrum, individuals with ADHD and Down syndrome, primarily aiming at their psychosocial development and crisis management within the school and family contexts. She also offers counseling services to parents, children, and adolescents. Furthermore, she conducts individual sessions for adults and adolescents (focusing mainly on managing generalized anxiety disorder, anxiety attacks, grief, depression, panic attacks, and fostering self-awareness). Finally, she collaborates with physicians and healthcare professionals whenever interdisciplinary cooperation is deemed necessary for effective therapeutic intervention.

Milioni Niki is a Psychologist with a private practice in Neo Psychiko. She studied Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a master's degree in Applied Clinical Psychology from the University of Central Lancashire. She trained in Psychotherapy at Middlesex University and, following her studies, became a GIM (Guided Imagery and Music) therapist. She has extensive experience and has worked in private therapy centers for children as well as at the IKA Child Mental Health Center.

Apostolopoulou Antigoni is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Kolonaki. She holds a Ph.D. in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She possesses a master's degree in "Counseling Psychology and Counseling in Health, Work, and Education" from the University of Athens, as well as a degree in Psychology from Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences. The psychologist has significant professional experience. She provides counseling and psychotherapy services to adults and adolescents for a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety disorders, interpersonal difficulties, mood disorders, self-esteem issues, obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, social phobia, panic attacks, and others. Additionally, her research activity includes presentations at conferences and publications in international scientific journals, with primary interests in social psychology, therapeutic practice, and the relationship between art and the science of psychology. She is a permanent collaborator of the Laboratory of Qualitative Research in Psychology and Mental Health of the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society (ELPS - Counseling Psychology Division and Division of Psychology of Creativity and Art).

Platyrraxou Marianna is a Psychologist-Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Agia Paraskevi. She has specialized in Systemic - Family Psychotherapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for individuals and couples. She is a regular member of the Hellenic and European Counseling Associations as well as the International and Hellenic Network for Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT-ICEEFT). She works with individuals, couples, families, parents, and groups on issues related to interpersonal relationships, anxiety disorders, panic attacks, other emotional disorders and mood disorders, gender identity issues, Asperger's syndrome, among others. Within a framework of safety and acceptance, she aims to provide psychological support to adolescents and adults and to highlight their skills and mental resources, with the goal of empowering them and achieving a balanced life. She has 25 years of experience in the field of community services, communication, and corporate social responsibility. She has collaborated with an extensive network of people and groups with very diverse backgrounds, experiences, needs, behaviors, and life attitudes. She has a deep understanding of human behavior, interpersonal relationships, and the challenges each individual faces throughout life in an ever-changing world.

Elena Petsa is a Psychologist-Psychotherapist, graduate of the Psychology Department of Panteion University, and maintains a private practice in Ilioupoli. Following her undergraduate studies, she pursued postgraduate training in Clinical Psychopathology at the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and a Behavioral Psychotherapeutic approach at EPIPSY. She has completed internships at the Vyronas Family Association for Mental Health, the Behavior Therapy Unit of the Hellenic Center for Mental Health and Research, and the Special Behavior Therapy Clinic of Aeginiteio Hospital. She specializes in anxiety disorders including panic attacks, specific phobias, generalized anxiety disorder, social phobia, agoraphobia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and hoarding disorder in adolescent and adult populations. Appointments available by request. Online sessions are offered.

Mauropoulou Eleni - Niki is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Galatsi, where clients' pets are also welcomed. Additionally, therapy sessions may occasionally include the presence of a therapy dog to assist the client during the therapeutic process. Ms. Mauropoulou holds a Psychology degree and a postgraduate qualification in Adult Counseling from the University of East London. Upon completing her studies and internship at AKMI Metropolitan College and the Aktios Art Palace Elderly Care Unit, she specialized in couples therapy at the Institute for Education and Research in Systemic Therapy "Logos Psychis." Furthermore, she has attended numerous continuing education seminars. Lastly, she has worked as a Psychologist with parents and children at the "Bridge of Life" Multipurpose Center for the Creation & Expression of Children & Youth with Disabilities and has notable volunteer experience with various organizations.

Gioumpasi Zefi is a Psychologist who operates a private practice in Kallithea. She studied Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences and holds a professional license to practice. She has received postgraduate training in Clinical Psychopathology from the Research University Institute of Mental Health (E.P.I.PSY.) and the First Psychiatric Clinic of the University of Athens - Aeginiteion Hospital, as well as in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy. Her extensive professional experience includes collaboration with various organizations as a Coordinator and Psychologist in Non-Profit Organizations, Day Centers, and Supported Living Facilities, providing individual and group sessions to children and adolescents with typical development and high-functioning disabilities, psychoeducation, and parental counseling. She also collaborates with private centers, offering individual and group sessions focused on Career Guidance for children and adolescents. Additionally, she administers School Readiness Tests and WISC V Intelligence Tests to children and adolescents. She has participated in the psychosocial support telephone helpline, from the First Psychiatric Clinic of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and the Federation of Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Mental Health Agencies "ARGO." She has worked as a psychologist with the Onassis Foundation in the programs "In the Heart of Autism" and "The Art of Recycling." Keeping up with ongoing developments in the field of Psychology and the continuously increasing needs, she has attended a large number of seminars and postgraduate training courses. She offers a wide range of services tailored to the needs of each individual based on Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy.

Mougiou Athanasia is a Psychologist with a private practice in Patras. She holds a degree in Psychology and a master's degree in Child and Adolescent Mental Health, while concurrently completing her second master's degree in Educational Psychology. She has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, approaching each individual with empathy and scientific rigor.

She has worked in interdisciplinary centers, providing psychological support to children, adolescents, and adults, as well as parent counseling. Additionally, she has experience in Vocational High School (EPAL) settings, where she supported students, collaborated with parents and educators, and designed awareness and empowerment initiatives within school communities.

She has volunteered her services at a gender inequality management center and in mental health associations, and has attended numerous specialized seminars on topics such as autism, ADHD, school psychology, special education, anxiety, and parent counseling.

Thomaidi Paulina is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist, a regular member of the Hellenic Psychological Society (HPS), and maintains a private practice in Kypseli, Athens. She is a graduate of the Psychology Department of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a postgraduate diploma in Forensic – Criminal Psychology from Coventry University. She trained in Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and has specialized in addressing issues related to anxiety, depression, personality disorders, as well as couples counseling and family therapy. She has consistently invested in her scientific development through numerous seminars and training programs covering topics such as trauma therapy, autoimmune diseases and mental health, domestic violence, and contemporary, revised guidelines for mental health treatment, ensuring that her services are based on the most reliable psychological practices. Academically, she has conducted research on the social stigma of LGBTQ+ community members, as well as on attitudes and behaviors toward sexual violence against women and double standards. She addresses issues of anxiety, depression, psychological trauma, eating disorders, addictions – dependencies, obsessive-compulsive disorders, personality disorders, and provides counseling services. Additionally, she offers couples and family counseling and therapy. Her treatment is LGBTQ+ friendly and tailored to cases of neurodiversity (ADHD, ASD, etc.).

Skolarikou Eleni is a Psychologist, Child Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Neos Kosmos. She holds a degree in Psychology from the Open University UK. Subsequently, she completed postgraduate studies (MSc) in Applied Psychology at Derby University as well as in Child Development Psychology at the University of Central Lancashire. Additionally, she has completed a three-year postgraduate training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Adults at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling and has attended a postgraduate seminar in Positive Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (Positive CBT) at the Society for Cognitive Behavioral Studies. She has worked as a Psychologist in various settings, gaining valuable experience such as at the Red Cross Hospital, Korgialeneio - Benakeio, and the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling. In her private practice, she handles cases across the full spectrum of Psychology, conducting sessions with adults, children, adolescents, and parents.

Maria Therianou is a certified clinical psychologist-psychotherapist with offices in Ambelokipi and Ilioupoli, offering specialized counseling and psychotherapy services. She supports individuals facing interpersonal difficulties, anxiety, stress, depression, and grief, while also helping people discover their personal meaning in life.

She has been trained at the Psychosomatic Clinic of the Aeginiteio Hospital, completed postgraduate studies in Clinical Psychology in Groningen, and specialized in Systemic Family Psychotherapy at "Logo Psyhis," where she focused on therapy for individuals, families, and couples. In addition to individual sessions, she coordinates psychotherapy groups focused on self-awareness, providing participants the opportunity to explore deeper aspects of themselves.

Simultaneously, she offers mental health seminars for companies, contributing to the psychological well-being of employees, and undertakes crisis intervention, providing immediate support in challenging situations. With scientific training, a holistic approach, and a compassionate perspective, she creates a safe therapeutic environment, helping each individual take the next step towards balance and growth.

At the Ambelokipi office, she collaborates with a specialized child psychologist who provides parental empowerment and parent counseling, offering guidance and practical solutions on issues of upbringing, communication, and family relationships. Through a personalized and supportive approach, she strengthens the parent-child connection, promoting a stable and healthy emotional environment.