Health professionals for Phobias near Thermi

Olympia Xalikiopoulou is a Psychologist licensed to practice, with postgraduate specializations in Clinical Neuropsychology and Neurosciences from Leiden University in the Netherlands and Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, respectively. Over the past decade, she has been professionally active in Thessaloniki, where she maintains a private practice. She has worked with adolescents and children with neurodevelopmental difficulties within the framework of psychosocial support, as well as with adults facing issues related to anxiety, phobias, relationship problems, and psychosomatic symptoms. Currently, she practices privately, providing individual sessions for adults. In her clinical practice, she employs an integrative model, incorporating techniques and methodologies from the main psychotherapeutic approaches as well as principles from neuroscience in order to offer personalized support plans tailored to each individual. Additionally, she maintains a long-term collaboration with a private educational institution as a Psychology instructor. In 2017, she obtained certification in Greek Sign Language (GSL) from the Hellenic Federation of the Deaf, ensuring equal access to mental health services.

Psych Edge is a center offering comprehensive mental health services operating both online and in-person in central Thessaloniki and Neoi Epivates. Thoughts, emotions, and behaviors can be very complex. What should not be complex is self-care. The center's specialized Psychologists are trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Integrative Psychotherapy, addressing a wide range of emotional and mental disorders, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, self-esteem enhancement, insomnia, and more. Immediate care is provided adhering to the highest standards of ethics and professionalism, all in one place.

Kexagia Tzouli is a clinical psychologist – psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in the center of Thessaloniki. She holds a degree in Psychology from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from the same university. She completed her clinical training at the 2nd University Psychiatric Clinic of A.U.Th. at the Psychiatric Hospital of Thessaloniki and in the adult unit of the Hellenic Center for Mental Health and Research (E.KE.PSY.E.). Additionally, she has gained extensive clinical and therapeutic experience providing her services at the Mental Health Center of the Western Sector of Thessaloniki, at the Psychiatric Clinic of Papageorgiou General Hospital, and in private psychotherapeutic centers. She has completed a two-year training program in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy at E.KE.PSY.E. and continues to specialize in psychoanalytic practice through ongoing educational programs and supervision under the auspices of the Northern Greek Psychoanalytic Society (2019-present). Her goal is to promote the mental health and well-being of her patients in a framework of safety and trust, with a focus on the needs and objectives of each individual.

Keramitzi Nelli is a Psychologist who conducts online sessions. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of East London and a postgraduate degree in Clinical and Community Psychology from the same university. She is currently receiving training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling, as well as in LGBTQ+ Counseling from the Certified Educational Institute "Peri Psychis". Additionally, she is attending the educational program "Intervention in Psychosis" at "Pnoes" EPAPSY – Society for Regional Development and Mental Health. She has gained significant professional experience, having worked as a research assistant at the Panhellenic Association of Individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD Hellas). Furthermore, she has provided creative activities for refugee children at "MetaDrasi" and offered counseling on the 1145 helpline of KETHEA. Currently, alongside her private practice, she is a Psychologist at "Mila Mou".

Lampardis Pasxalis is a Psychologist and author with a private practice in Thessaloniki. He studied Psychology and completed postgraduate studies in Clinical and Community Psychology at the University of East London, specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Additionally, he has undertaken introductory training in Person-Centered Psychotherapy at the Hellenic Center for Focusing, Psychoanalytic Therapy at the Freudian Society of Northern Greece, and Art Therapy at the Art Therapy Studio. He has extensive experience working with human behavior and the treatment of mental disorders, as well as authoring literary books related to psychology. In therapy, his primary priority is the effective management of each individual's psychological issues to alleviate distress and facilitate better coping with their difficulties. Within a framework of safety, trust, and respect for the uniqueness of each person, potential solutions to any issue are explored.

Mpolou Klarissa is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. She studied Psychology at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and completed her Master's degree in Counseling Psychology in the Department of Special Education at the University of Thessaly. She continued her studies in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, completing the four-year program of the Hellenic Society for Behavioral Research - Macedonia Branch (EEES-PM), which is certified by the European Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies (EABCT). Additionally, at the psychotherapeutic center "Stirixis," she managed clinical cases under a Cognitive-Behavioral approach with supervision. She has worked as a Psychologist in a refugee reception center in Ioannina. She has also worked as a Psychologist in Primary Education in the city of Thessaloniki, where she conducted seminars for educators and parents. As part of her continuous professional development, she has attended numerous workshops, seminars, and conferences on Mental Health. Her research interests include eating disorders, grief management and treatment, and couples therapy. She holds a professional psychologist license (License No. 19869/760) and maintains a practice in Thessaloniki, providing counseling and psychotherapeutic services. She is a regular member of the Hellenic Psychological Society and a member of EEES.

Mauromatakis Konstantinos is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. He is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and specializes in Experiential and Somatically Focused Psychotherapy (a four-year experiential program at the Greek Focusing Center). He has completed both basic and advanced training in EMDR Psychotherapy through an accredited program by the EMDR Europe Association. He has worked as a psychologist and psychotherapist in public and private institutions, all supporting numerous individuals with traumatic backgrounds, where EMDR is applied as part of the therapeutic process.

Mermigkakis Nikolaos BSc, MSc is a licensed Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Thessaloniki. He graduated with honors in Psychology from DeVry University and holds a master's degree in Integrative Counseling - Psychotherapy from the University of East London. Additionally, he trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy through the Hellenic Society for Research and Behavioral Therapy and in Art Therapy at Psychology - Art, Center for Psychotherapy and Education. Furthermore, he is a member of the British Psychological Society and the Hellenic Society for Behavioral Research and has participated in conferences as well as training workshops on various psychotherapeutic approaches.

Nikolaos Gkoumas BSc, MA is a Counseling Psychologist with a private practice in Thessaloniki. He holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Sheffield, UK, and a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from York University. He completed a two-year internship at the City Counseling Center, accumulating 230 hours of supervised clinical sessions. In his private practice, he provides therapy for issues related to depression, anxiety, anger, family relationships, personal relationships, eating disorders, loneliness, substance abuse, interpersonal relationships, and self-esteem. He offers assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychological problems, and conducts seminars for agencies, organizations, and companies.

Evangelia Rafaela Marinaki is a Psychologist and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Psychotherapist for adults, adolescents, and children. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Neapolis University Pafos in Cyprus. She received advanced training in the psychotherapeutic approach of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling in Thessaloniki. Additionally, she specialized in Advanced Practice of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as the new generation of schemas. Furthermore, she enriched her studies in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for children and adolescents. In recent years, she has been working by providing psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, couples, and families. In the past, she has gained experience working with vulnerable groups (psychiatric populations, addictions, domestic violence).

Pliampa Freideriki is a Psychologist, Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapist licensed to practice as a psychologist. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and completed her postgraduate studies in Health Psychology (MSc in Health Psychology) at the University of Nottingham. She specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) through the Hellenic Society for Behavioral Research (EEES). To date, she has provided her services voluntarily and as part of her training at the social non-governmental organization ARSIS, the First University Psychiatric Clinic - G.N. Papageorgiou, and the Psychotherapeutic Center Stírixis. She is under continuous supervision. Since 2023, she has maintained a private practice.

Tsikaki Anastasia specializes in Counseling Psychology, specifically the Integrative Approach, with advanced studies at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling, providing counseling services for adults, parents, adolescents, and couples. With continuous participation in seminars and training, she addresses issues such as interpersonal and family relationships, anxiety, sadness, grief, and loneliness, aiming to enhance self-awareness and mindfulness. 

Οι συνεδρίες πραγματοποιούνται αποκλειστικά κατόπιν ραντεβού με βιντεοκλήση λόγω φόρτου φυσικών συνεδριών. Παρακαλώ επικοινωνήστε μαζί μου μέσω τηλεφώνου ή μυνήματος για συνεδρία.

Ο Πέτρος Βέβηλος είναι Ψυχολόγος MSc – Ψυχοθεραπευτής, με 22 χρόνια κλινικής εμπειρίας στον ιδιωτικό τομέα.

Είναι απόφοιτος του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Αριστοτελείου Πανεπιστημίου Θεσσαλονίκης με κλινική κατεύθυνση και κάτοχος Μεταπτυχιακού Διπλώματος (MSc) στην Κοινωνική Κλινική Ψυχολογία των Εξαρτήσεων και των Ψυχοκοινωνικών Προβλημάτων.

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· στην αντιμετώπιση της κατάθλιψης

· στην αντιμετώπιση του  γενικευμένου άγχους

· στην αντιμετώπιση κρίσεων πανικού

· στην αντιμετώπιση φοβιών

· στην αντιμετώπιση του κοινωνικού άγχους

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· στη συναισθηματική ρύθμιση

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· στη μετάβαση στην ενήλικη ζωή(έφηβοι , μεταέφηβοι)

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Συχνά θέματα που αντιμετωπίζονται

· Αγχώδεις διαταραχές

· Κρίσεις πανικού

· Ψυχαναγκαστική Διαταραχή (OCD)

· Κατάθλιψη

· Χρόνιο στρες

· Φοβίες

· Συναισθηματική εξάντληση

· Χαμηλή αυτοεκτίμηση

· Δυσκολίες σχέσεων

· Εξαρτήσεις

· Μεταβατικές φάσεις ζωής (εφηβεία – μεταεφηβεία – ενήλικη ζωή)

· Προσωπική ανάπτυξη & αυτογνωσία

Συγγραφικό έργο

Ο Πέτρος Βέβηλος είναι συγγραφέας των βιβλίων:

• «Ένταξη και Ενσωμάτωση Ατόμων με Ειδικές Ανάγκες»
• «Εφαρμογή της Μη Κατευθυντικής Παρεμβατικότητας στην Ειδική Αγωγή»
• «Turn Panic to Power: Conquering Depression and Anxiety»

Koutsoudi Xristina, MSc, is a Psychologist specialized in Clinical Mental Health. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (A.U.Th.) with a Master of Science (MSc) degree, with distinction, in Clinical Mental Health from the School of Medicine at A.U.Th. and holds a professional practice license. She is a trainee in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at the Hellenic Society for Behavioral Research (HSBR) according to the criteria of the European Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (EABCT). Simultaneously, she stays updated on developments in the scientific field of psychology by participating in workshops and conferences and is under continuous supervision to ensure ongoing education and training.

Currently, she maintains a private practice in the center of Thessaloniki, while also working as a psychologist at the Mobile Adult Mental Health Unit of Imathia. Previously, she has worked as a psychologist in Special Therapy and Special Education Centers, in secondary education schools as a school psychologist, and has provided voluntary services for a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO).