Health professionals for Anger management

Dr. Lioupi Xrysanthi is a Psychologist and Systemic Family Psychotherapist with a private practice in Agia Paraskevi. She holds a Doctorate in Health Psychology, a Master's degree in Psychology from the UK, and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She is specialized in Systemic and Family Psychotherapy, Trauma Therapy using the EMDR method, and Psychology of Infants, Children, and Adolescents. She has 10 years of clinical experience in public and private mental health facilities and hospitals, research work in national and pan-European programs, as well as teaching experience as a Psychology Lecturer at universities in Greece and abroad. She supports Adults, Children, Adolescents, Couples, and Families facing difficulties such as anxiety, depressive mood, phobias, panic attacks, stress, addictions, or problems related to school, work, and relationships. She offers a framework of safety, confidentiality, and support, respecting the pace and needs of each individual. Her goal is for every client to feel heard and truly understood. Sessions are conducted in person in Agia Paraskevi or online.

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 Καραμπέρη Κωνσταντίνα MSc είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στα Πετράλωνα. Είναι κάτοχος Μεταπτυχιακού τίτλου στην Κλινική Εφαρμοσμένη Ψυχολογία του University of Central Lancashire, όπου της απονεμήθηκε Διάκριση Πρώτης Τάξης και Τιμητικό Βραβείο, καθώς και του Μεταπτυχιακού Τίτλου (MSc) στην Συνθετική Συμβουλευτική και Ψυχοθεραπεία του University of Derby, όπου της απονεμήθηκε Διάκριση Πρώτης Τάξης, Βραβείο Αριστείας και Υποτροφία. Επιπλέον είναι πτυχιούχος στην Εφαρμοσμένη Ψυχολογία του University of Derby όπου επίσης της απονεμήθηκε Διάκριση Πρώτης Τάξης, Βραβείο Αριστείας και Υποτροφία. Η ειδικός έχει πραγματοποιήσει μεταπτυχιακή εκπαίδευση στις Βασικές Αρχές της Συμβουλευτικής και Ψυχοθεραπείας με LGBTQ+ άτομα του Orlando LGBTQ+, αλλά και εξελίσσεται έως σήμερα η μεταπτυχιακή της εκπαίδευση στη Βραχεία Εντατική Δυναμική Ψυχοθεραπεία στο Dynamic Health Psychological Services στον Καναδά. Επιπροσθέτως, ολοκληρώνει την εκπαίδευση στην κλινική εποπτεία από το Βρετανικό Σύλλογο Ψυχολόγων. Εργάζεται ως διαπιστευμένη διδάσκουσα από το University of Derby στο Mediterranean College, ενώ έχει συμμετάσχει ως εισηγήτρια σε σεμινάρια μεταπτυχιακών προγραμμάτων της Ιατρικής Σχολής του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών. Έχει εργαστεί ως Ψυχολόγος στο 3ο Επαγγελματικό Λύκειο Αθηνών και ως Εκπαιδευόμενη Συνθετική Σύμβουλος και Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια σε Ιδιωτικά Ψυχοθεραπευτικά Κέντρα. Αξίζει να αναφερθεί το επιστημονικό της έργο, ενώ παράλληλα στα πλαίσια της συνεχιζόμενης εκπαίδευσης, έχει παρακολουθήσει ποικίλα εκπαιδευτικά σεμινάρια. Τέλος, η Ψυχολόγος είναι ενεργό μέλος στο The British Psychological Society (BPS) και στο International Experiential Dynamic Therapy Association (IEDTA).

Η Σπόζετου Κωνσταντίνα αποτελεί συνεργάτιδα της Καραμπέρη Κωνσταντίνας. Είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια με μεταπτυχιακό Victimology and Criminal Justice του Πανεπιστημίου Tilburg της Ολλανδίας και πτυχιούχος της Εφαρμοσμένης Ψυχολογίας του Mediterranean College. Έχει αποκτήσει ειδίκευση στην Ψυχανάλυση & την Ομαδική Ανάλυση από την Ελληνική Εταιρεία Αναλυτικής Ομαδικής & Οικογενειακής Θεραπείας.

Η Αλεβρά Καλλιόπη  είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια - Ιατροδικαστικός ψυχολόγος και Συνεργάτης στο ιδιωτικό γραφείο της Καραμπέρη Κωνσταντίνας. Η ειδικός ολοκληρώνει έως σήμερα την εξειδίκευση της στην Γνωσιακή - Αναλυτική Θεραπεία (CAT) από τον Πανελλήνιο Σύλλογο Γνωσιακής Αναλυτικής Θεραπείας, ενώ είναι κάτοχος Μεταπτυχιακού Τίτλου (MSc) της Δικαστικής Ψυχολογίας του Coventry University του Ηνωμένου Βασιλείου, του Μεταπτυχιακού Τίτλου (MSc) στην Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία και Συμβουλευτική του E.H.E. Europa Hochschule Eur AKA της Ελβετίας και κάτοχος εξειδίκευσης της Ψυχοκοινωνικής υποστήριξης κρατουμένων και θέματα επανένταξης του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών (Κέντρο Συνεχιζόμενης Εκπαίδευσης και Δια Βίου Μάθησης). Επιπλέον είναι κάτοχος διπλώματος στην Ανακριτική και Δικαστική Ψυχολογία του Aegean – Omiros College στην Αθήνα (Πιστοποίηση Pearson Assured), κάτοχος διπλώματος στη Συμβουλευτική Ψυχολογία του City Unity College και πτυχιούχος BSc (Hons) Ψυχολογίας – Πτυχίο Επιστημών του Cardiff Metropolitan University στο Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο.

Ο Φίλιππος Ζουγανέλης είναι πτυχιούχος (BSc) Ψυχολογίας με εξειδίκευση στη Ψυχοθεραπεία και Συμβουλευτική από το University of Central Lancashire και τελειόφοιτος του μεταπτυχιακού (MSc) στη Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία και Συμβουλευτική στο University of Derby.

Ο Κωνσταντίνος Τζιάκος είναι Ψυχολόγος με εκπαίδευση στη σύγχρονη ψυχοδυναμική/ψυχαναλυτική ψυχοθεραπεία (σχεσιακό μοντέλο). Είναι απόφοιτος του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών και κάτοχος Μεταπτυχιακού Διπλώματος στην Εφαρμοσμένη Κλινική Ψυχολογία (M.Sc. Applied Clinical Psychology) από το University of Central Lancashire, με βαθμό διάκρισης (Distinction).

Έχει εμπειρία στην ατομική και ομαδική ψυχοθεραπεία ενηλίκων, στη διενέργεια κλινικών συνεντεύξεων και στην αξιολόγηση της ψυχικής κατάστασης, μέσα από πρακτική άσκηση και ανάληψη περιστατικών υπό εποπτεία σε αναγνωρισμένους φορείς ψυχικής υγείας. Επιπλέον, έχει υπηρετήσει ως Ψυχολόγος στο Στρατιωτικό Νοσοκομείο Ειδικών Νοσημάτων (414 ΣΝΕΝ), συμμετέχοντας στην παρακολούθηση και υποστήριξη στρατευμένων τόσο σε κλινικό όσο και σε εξωνοσοκομειακό πλαίσιο.

Την παρούσα περίοδο παρακολουθεί μετεκπαίδευση στην Έγκαιρη Παρέμβαση στην Ψύχωση, με στόχο την ενίσχυση της κλινικής του επάρκειας στην πρώιμη αναγνώριση και θεραπευτική αντιμετώπιση ψυχωτικών φαινομένων, στο Ερευνητικό Πανεπιστημιακό Ινστιτούτο Ψυχικής Υγείας, Νευροεπιστημών και Ιατρικής Ακριβείας «Κώστας Στεφανής». 

Παράλληλα, έχει λάβει εξειδικευμένη εκπαίδευση στη χορήγηση και ερμηνεία προβολικών δοκιμασιών, όπως το Rorschach και το Thematic Apperception Test (TAT), με έμφαση στην ψυχοδυναμική κατανόηση της προσωπικότητας και της ψυχοπαθολογίας.

Έχει επίσης παρακολουθήσει πληθώρα σεμιναρίων με θεματολογία τις αγχώδεις διαταραχές, τις διαταραχές προσωπικότητας, τη θεραπεία ζεύγους, ζητήματα τρίτης ηλικίας και την εφαρμογή βασικών αρχών ψυχικής υγιεινής, εμπλουτίζοντας διαρκώς τη θεωρητική του κατάρτιση και την κλινική του πρακτική.

Το θεραπευτικό του ενδιαφέρον εστιάζει στην κατανόηση των ασυνείδητων διεργασιών, των σχέσεων και των βιωμάτων που επηρεάζουν τη συναισθηματική ζωή του ατόμου, με στόχο τη δημιουργία μιας ασφαλούς και συνεργατικής θεραπευτικής σχέσης.

Η ψυχοθεραπεία αποτελεί έναν ασφαλή χώρο κατανόησης και ουσιαστικής επαφής, με στόχο τη βαθύτερη κατανόηση του εαυτού και των σχέσεων. Στο πλαίσιο αυτό δίνεται έμφαση στη δημιουργία μιας σχέσης εμπιστοσύνης, όπου κάθε άνθρωπος μπορεί να εκφραστεί ελεύθερα και με σεβασμό στον προσωπικό του ρυθμό.

Mparlou Klea BSc, MSc is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Cholargos and serves as a Supervisor of Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Westminster and a master's degree in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy from Goldsmiths College - University of London. Additionally, she has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for patients with Eating Disorders and in Dialectical Behavior Therapy for patients with Borderline Personality Disorder at the 1st University Psychiatric Clinic of Aiginiteio Hospital. Furthermore, she received training in Behavioral Interventions for the management of somatic symptoms from the Hellenic Society for Behavioral Research. She has worked as a Scientific Collaborator at the RECBT - Hellenic Institute of Rational-Emotive & Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy and as a Psychologist at the Athens Alzheimer Association. Finally, she has served as a Teaching Psychologist in the Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy program at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy & Counseling (KEPSYSY). In her private practice, she offers a wide range of services, respecting the unique needs of each individual patient.

Plan For A Miracle Manthou Maria - Dimakopoulos Spyridon is a private Counseling and Therapy office located in Kallithea, with Maria Manthou and Spyridon Dimakopoulos serving as scientific supervisors. Maria Manthou studied Mental Health Counseling at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling and completed the training program "Couples Therapy and Marriage Counseling" at the European Institute of Counselling and Psychotherapy. She studied Social Anthropology at Panteion University, completed the Positive Psychology training program at Panteion University, and obtained a Mindfulness Practitioner certificate from the Creativity and Harmony center. In recent years, she has worked in the field of mental health counseling and couples therapy, while also designing and implementing psychoeducational programs for adults, children, and adolescents. Spyridon Dimakopoulos studied Mental Health Counseling at the European Institute of Counselling and Psychotherapy. He completed training programs at Panteion University focusing on "Positive Psychology in Education" and "Sexual Education and Psychology of Adolescent Relationships."

Serra Sofia is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Athens, in the Syntagma area. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Athens. She holds a postgraduate degree in Clinical Psychology and Psychopathology from Paris 7–Denis Diderot University in the Doctoral School of Research in Psychoanalysis. In her postgraduate research, she studied emotional disorders, specifically focusing on depression, deepening her understanding of the psychopathology according to psychoanalytic theory. She has worked in various public psychosocial support organizations as well as in private clinical settings. Since 2009, she has been working as a clinical psychologist at the ANASA Day Center (an organization for the diagnosis and treatment of eating disorders). At the day center, she provides psychotherapy for adults and adolescents as well as parental counseling, having gained extensive therapeutic experience in the psychopathological spectrum of eating disorders. Since 2021, she has been collaborating with the Eating Disorders Unit of the Institute of Mental Health for Children and Adults. She has been trained in the administration and qualitative analysis of the projective tests T.A.T. and Rorschach test at the Society for Psychosocial Health of Children and Adolescents. Since 2003, she has participated in annual seminar cycles on psychoanalysis under the auspices of the International Winnicott Association, the Hellenic Psychoanalytic Society, the Hellenic Society of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, and the Institute of Mental Health for Children and Adults. She has delivered lectures and presentations at educational seminars as well as at national conferences related to the clinical approach and understanding of the psychopathology of eating disorders.

Mauridi Afroditi is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Pangrati. She began her studies in Psychology in Groningen, Netherlands, and completed them in Cyprus. She has specialized in the diagnosis of children and adolescents through the systemic perspective SANE-System Attachment Narrative Encephalon and in systemic psychotherapy for adults at the Institute for Training and Research in Systemic Psychotherapy "Logos Psychis". Additionally, she has received training in various areas, including School Psychology, Psychosomatic Health, and Crisis Management. She possesses notable experience, having worked in various public and private institutions. Furthermore, she has significant research experience, participating in conferences and seminars, where she has also presented her work.

Dallas Athanasios is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist licensed to practice since 2016. He holds a master's degree in Person-Centered Psychotherapy (Keele University) and is currently undergoing further training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for children and adolescents. At the core of his therapeutic approach lies the human relationship characterized by non-judgment, empathy, acceptance, and honesty. Every individual possesses the capacity for change and often simply needs a safe space of understanding and meaningful communication to activate it. Mr. Dallas offers online sessions for adults, adolescents, and children, as well as counseling support for parents and couples. His approach focuses on addressing anxiety, emotional difficulties, relationship problems, and self-esteem, aiming to empower and promote personal growth. With experience in schools, mental health centers, and social support structures, he has accompanied individuals from diverse backgrounds and ages on personal journeys of relief, empowerment, and self-awareness. If you are seeking someone who will truly listen without judgment and support you with respect and confidentiality, he is here to help you wherever you are, through the internet.

Sali Gianna is a Psychologist – Specialist Systemic Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Korydallos. She is training in the Clinical Specialization Program in Systemic Psychotherapy (SANE – System Attachment Narrative Encephalon) at “Logos Psychis” – Institute of Education and Research in Systemic Psychotherapy. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology (BSc Hons in Psychology) from the University of East London (UEL) and a degree in Education and Care in Early Childhood from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA). She has completed training in the “Approach to Individuals and Families with Dependency Issues – Trauma-Informed Forensic Psychiatry” from the University of West Attica in collaboration with the 18 Ano Addiction Unit (PSNA), as well as in Special Education and Teaching from the University of the Aegean. Additionally, she is training in Parent Counseling at the Laboratory of Systemic Psychotherapy and Pedagogy – Rodakino. She has worked in child protection organizations such as “The Smile of the Child,” as well as in Non-Governmental Organizations supporting vulnerable social populations, gaining significant experience in supporting children, adolescents, and families facing psychosocial difficulties.

Panagiotou Maria - Anna is a Psychologist (BSc) and Psychotherapist specializing in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy. She graduated from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a professional practice license valid nationwide (License No: 1401991). She has worked as a Psychologist at the Elderly Care Unit "Rodi" in Filothei, as well as an external collaborator in a Medical Clinic and an English tutoring center to support employees and students. Additionally, she has volunteered in various settings, including public elderly care units and telephone support platforms. She has been trained in the Behavioral-Cognitive approach (higher education) at KEPSYSY in areas such as anxiety, phobias, panic attacks, psychosomatic disorders, depression, traumatic experiences, relationship issues, and has specialized in the non-pharmacological management of geriatric issues and caregivers, including dementia, grief, and anxiety at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She works with both adults and adolescents on family matters, crisis management, school performance, and violence-related issues. Her approach is based, among others, on the Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy model by Ellis, Beck's Cognitive Therapy model, as well as Meichenbaum's Cognitive-Behavioral Modification. Finally, the specialist is a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society (SEPS). Guided by empathy, authenticity, and scientific practices, individuals will progressively be able to manage life situations effectively. For optimal service provision, she is supervised and participates in personal psychotherapy.

Spanoudakis Stratos is a Mental Health Counselor with a private practice in Chania. He completed studies in Synthetic Counseling as well as Couples Therapy and Synthetic Psychotherapy at the Athens Synthesis Center. He also trained in Synthetic Group Psychotherapy at the same center. He has experience providing voluntary support on the online platform "Míla Mou" as well as the NGO "Synýparxi". Finally, he specializes in anger management and in panic attacks - phobias.

Lempesis Vaggelis - Saita Kentro Psyxologikis Ypostiriksis is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist located at the "Saita Psychological Support Center" in Nea Erithraia. He is the Scientific Director of the Center and holds a degree in Psychology as well as a postgraduate specialization diploma in Health Psychology from the University of Crete. He has been trained in Cognitive Analytic Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy. He possesses valuable professional experience in mental health centers and hospitals, and today, at the psychological support center he manages, he addresses a wide range of conditions related to individual mental health. He specializes in counseling adults, adolescents, and couples, as well as in drama therapy, group and individual psychotherapy, and experiential expression. He is a mental health specialist with concurrent training and experience in theater, visual arts, and literature. With a core focus on emphasizing the healthy and creative strengths of the individual, "Saita" aims at personal development and the improvement of daily quality of life both through the therapist-patient relationship and through short seminars, workshops, and presentations.

Dimitris Aggelopoulos is a psychotherapist and educator specializing in Group Analysis. In his private practice, located in the center of Athens, he provides individual and group psychotherapy to individuals facing challenges in their personal lives, relationships, or mental health. His goal is not only the relief of symptoms, but also the emergence of each unique individual and the discovery of new ways of behavior and perception, focusing on healthy relationships and a sense of fulfillment.

He firmly believes that psychological difficulties are not solely individual problems, but mirrors of society, the relationships, and the groups within which we live and interact. Through Group Analysis, he utilizes the function of the group to facilitate the revealing of hidden aspects of the self, offering honest feedback and creating a space where individuals can express themselves freely, without fear of judgment. The group operates as a microcosm of relationships – a dynamic reality in which changes do not remain theoretical, but significantly impact the members’ broader lives.

Dimitris Aggelopoulos fosters an environment of safety and trust, where each person has the opportunity to face their challenges and cultivate the distinctive characteristics of their personality. Psychotherapy is not a luxury, but a vital investment in the relationship with ourselves and others.

Elena Goulia is a psychologist specializing in Organizational / Industrial Psychology (MSc Industrial/Organizational Psychology). She maintains a private practice in Kolonaki. She completed her Psychology studies at the University of East London and subsequently pursued postgraduate studies at the American College of Thessaloniki. She is an accredited Mediator by the Ministry of Justice. Between 2020 and 2021, she attended family therapies, group sessions, and individual psychotherapies at the Adult Psychiatric Clinic of the G.N.Th. "G. Papanikolaou". Concurrently, she participated in the regular outpatient clinics of the clinic, liaison counseling, on-call duties, and the management of inpatients. Since 2022, she has worked as a Psychology lecturer in courses related to Psychology and ethics in the workplace. Additionally, she collaborates and handles cases at the Psychiatric Clinic of Evangelismos Hospital.

Since 2024, she has been attending the four-year program in Cognitive Psychotherapies implemented by the Research University Institute of Mental Health, Neurosciences, and Precision Medicine in collaboration with the 1st Psychiatric Clinic EKPA, the 2nd Psychiatric Clinic EKPA, and the Hellenic Society of Cognitive Psychotherapies. She is also attending the four-year program in Systemic Family Psychotherapy at Ke.Sy.The.S and the Psychosexual Disorders program at EPIPSY.

 She undertakes a wide range of cases covering the full spectrum of her specialty, always focusing on providing the best possible service tailored to the individual needs of each person she treats.

Galani Ioanna is a Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist (MSc, LCMFT) with studies and professional experience in the USA, University of Maryland, College Park, providing support to adults, couples, families, and adolescents. She maintains a private practice in Ampelokipoi and specializes in couples and family therapy, management of anxiety and depressive symptomatology, personality disorders, family trauma, as well as a wide range of relational issues such as difficulties in communication and emotional connection, commitment, conflicts, infidelity, divorce, and premarital counseling. Additionally, she handles cases of parental counseling for those needing support in managing parental anxiety and guilt, differences in parenting styles, boundary setting within the family system, and adolescent management. Furthermore, she is a trainee psychoanalytic group psychotherapist at the Hellenic Society of Psychoanalytic Group Psychotherapy (EEPSYO) and a member of the European Family Therapy Association (EFTA). She has worked as a Senior Research Assistant under the supervision of American psychologist Michele Gelfand on issues of cross-cultural psychology. She integrates internationally recognized models always adapted to the needs and cultural background of each client, couple, or family. She holds a professional license to practice in the state of Maryland, USA. She offers sessions in Greek and English, within a safe, professional, and supportive framework, where clients can feel trust and achieve meaningful personal growth. Lastly, the specialist holds certifications in Gottman Level 1, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prepare-Enrich, Discernment Counseling, and EFT (externship).

Naoum Stauros is a Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Nea Smyrni. He studied at the Department of Psychology of Canterbury Christ Church University in England, with certified training in Integrative Psychotherapy from the European Association for Psychotherapy. He gained valuable experience by providing voluntary individual sessions at the Social Solidarity and Psychological Support Network "Synypaksi". Alongside his practice, he writes articles and offers advisory responses to readers’ concerns as an external collaborator for the website "Boro". As part of his ongoing education and professional development, he attends numerous training programs and seminars on psychotherapeutic topics. In his practice, he undertakes the treatment and management through individual sessions of anxiety disorders as well as obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress, depression, panic attacks, specific phobias, sleep and mood disorders, psychosomatic and eating disorders.