Psychologist with experience in Emdr in Thessaloniki

Theodoridis Dimitrios is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. He graduated from the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete, holds a master's degree in Criminal Law and Addictions, and has additional postgraduate studies in both Management & Social Planning and Counseling for Addictions. He has extensive specialized training in systemic psychotherapy for individuals, families, and couples. Additionally, he applies trauma therapy methods such as EMDR & DBR in specific mental health conditions where indicated. He has specialized training in loss and grief, as well as group coordination and dynamics. He has worked for over 22 years providing psychosocial services in various KETHEA programs (a self-help model of Therapeutic Communities), including the KETHEA ANADYSIS Adolescent Unit, KETHEA PROMITHEAS Prisoner Counseling, the "ITHAKI" Therapeutic Community, and the "ITHAKI" Family Support Center. He possesses extensive and multifaceted experience in individual, family, and group therapy settings, with thousands of hours of clinical practice with adolescents and adults. He served as a member of the Responsible Council of the KETHEA ITHAKI Program for 15 years, as well as a member of the KETHEA Policy Council for the same duration. For four years, he participated in the Ethics Committee of the organization. Since early 2024, he offers counseling and psychotherapy sessions in his office, in individual, family, couple, and group formats. Sessions are available for both adolescents and adults, either in person or online. He also supports individuals or groups with coaching or supervision requests.

Dr. Samaras Apostolos is a Mental Health Counselor with a private practice in Thessaloniki. He holds a degree in Clinical Psychology and Pathology from the University of Paris Paris VIII and possesses an advanced diploma (D.E.A.) in education from the same University. The Mental Health Counselor specializes in communication issues, interpersonal relationships, and has particular expertise in family and marital psychotherapy, anxiety disorders, and behavioral problems. He continuously participates in conferences and seminars to stay updated on developments in his field and has a substantial number of publications in the Greek press. Finally, Dr. Samaras Apostolos is a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society, the World Federation for Mental Health, the International Association of Family Therapy, and the International Society of Psychopathology & Clinical Psychology.

Maria Zoumpa is a Psychologist with a private practice in Evosmos, Thessaloniki. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete and holds a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Health Psychology and Medical Psychology from Leiden University in the Netherlands. Subsequently, she trained and was certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy at the EMDR Centre of London. She possesses clinical experience in healthcare settings in both the public and private sectors. Her professional specialization encompasses a wide range of adult mental health issues such as anxiety, panic attacks, mood disorders, eating disorders, undesirable behaviors including addictions, trauma, phobias, obsessive thoughts and compulsions, grief, chronic pain, and psychosomatic problems. Additionally, she provides psychological support for chronic and non-chronic conditions, aiming at managing the challenges arising from illness and promoting overall health. Within a framework of safety, trust, and respect for the uniqueness of each individual, her goal is the well-being of her clients and the management of their personalized needs.