Health professionals for Phobias near Thrakomakedones

Maria Rapti is a Psychologist who has dedicated her professional career to psychology with a strong emphasis on Systemic Psychotherapy. Her studies began in 2009, and since then she has expanded her knowledge through specialized training and professional experience. Since 2024, she has been enrolled in a postgraduate program in Systemic Psychotherapy, while concurrently continuing her education at the Human Relations Laboratory. Previously, she completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology (2020-2023), as well as studies in Counseling Psychology (2012-2014). Additionally, she holds an HND in Speech Therapy (2011-2012) and has completed a Foundation in Speech Therapy (2009). In her professional practice, since 2024 she has been providing online sessions and collaborating with a Neuropsychiatric Clinic, offering individual online psychotherapy. Prior to this, she completed an internship at the same clinic and worked with children with learning difficulties, providing counseling to parents. Her experience also includes internships at "Arogi" (KDAP-MEA), the "Exelixi" center with a focus on autism, as well as supporting bilingual children in an institution. She remains active in continuing professional development through seminars, including training on LGBTQ+ awareness and counseling issues, psychodrama, Art Therapy, and dramatherapy. Maria Rapti consistently seeks to develop her skills further in order to provide optimal support to her clients.

Στο TheraNous πιστεύουν πως κάθε άνθρωπος αξίζει να έχει έναν χώρο όπου μπορεί να μιλήσει αληθινά – χωρίς φόβο, χωρίς ντροπή, χωρίς ρόλους. Αποτελείται από μια ομάδα ψυχολόγων με κοινή ευαισθησία και επιστημονική κατάρτιση, που δημιούργησαν έναν χώρο για να στηρίξουν κατάλληλα τον θεραπευόμενο  και τελεί υπό την επιστημονική διεύθυνση της Ψυχολόγου – Ψυχοθεραπεύτριας Αγγελικής Μουσταφά Μήτση. Με παρουσία, σταθερότητα και πραγματικό ενδιαφέρον.

Η Αγγελική Μουσταφά-Μήτση (MSc) είναι Ψυχολόγος, απόφοιτη του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών και κάτοχος δύο Μεταπτυχιακών τίτλων: Family and Human Development (MSc) από το Arizona State University και HRM (MSc) από το AUEB. Έχει ολοκληρώσει τετραετή, πιστοποιημένη εκπαίδευση στη Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία στο Ευρωπαϊκό Ινστιτούτο Συνθετικής Ψυχοθεραπείας (EIIP), ενώ έχει επιπλέον επιμορφωθεί στη Συμβουλευτική και Θεραπεία Ζεύγους και Οικογένειας και στην Παιδοψυχολογία στο Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών. Είναι επίσης εκπαιδευμένη στη μέθοδο EMDR μέσω της TACT Hellas.

Διαθέτει πολυετή κλινική εμπειρία και δραστηριοποιείται σε δύο θεραπευτικά γραφεία για ενήλικες, καθώς και σε Κέντρο Ειδικών Θεραπειών για παιδιά και εφήβους, καλύπτοντας όλο το φάσμα ηλικιών και αναγκών. Στο επαγγελματικό της έργο περιλαμβάνονται συνεργασίες με την Ψυχιατρική Κλινική «Σινούρη» και την ΕΠΑΨΥ, μέσα από τις οποίες έχει αναπτύξει βαθιά κλινική γνώση και πολυδιάστατη θεραπευτική εμπειρία. Είναι εξειδικευμένη στη Συνθετική, Γνωσιακή-Συμπεριφορική, Συστημική και Κλινική Ψυχοθεραπεία, συνδυάζοντας τις προσεγγίσεις αυτές σε ένα σύγχρονο, ολοκληρωμένο θεραπευτικό πλαίσιο.

Η Σωτηρία Τούντα (MSc) είναι Ψυχολόγος, απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών και κάτοχος Μεταπτυχιακού της Ιατρικής Σχολής του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών, με κατάρτιση σε σύγχρονες κλινικές θεωρίες και πρακτικές της Ψυχικής Υγείας. Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη χορήγηση και ερμηνεία προβολικών δοκιμασιών (TAT, CAT) και στο Παιδικό Ιχνογράφημα, εφαρμόζοντάς τα στη δυναμική αξιολόγηση παιδιών, εφήβων και ενηλίκων. Η κλινική της εμπειρία περιλαμβάνει το Παιδοψυχιατρικό Τμήμα του Νοσοκομείου Παίδων Πεντέλης, καθώς και τα Εξωτερικά Ιατρεία, τις Γενικές Εφημερίες και το Ειδικό Ιατρείο Νευροψυχιατρικών Νοσημάτων του Αιγινητείου Νοσοκομείου, όπου συμμετείχε σε διαδικασίες διαγνωστικής αξιολόγησης και παρακολούθησης περιστατικών.

Παράλληλα, έχει παρακολουθήσει κύκλους ψυχαναλυτικής και λακανικής εκπαίδευσης, συμπεριλαμβανομένων σεμιναρίων της Νέας Λακανικής Σχολής – Ακαδημίας Κλινικών Σπουδών Αθήνας, ενώ η πρακτική της στο ΕΠΨΥ πραγματοποιήθηκε υπό λακανική εποπτεία. Η προσέγγισή της εστιάζει στη βαθιά κατανόηση της εσωτερικής εμπειρίας και των σχέσεων, με συνέπεια και σταθερή θεραπευτική παρουσία. Παρέχει ψυχοδυναμική υποστήριξη σε ενήλικες, εφήβους και παιδιά.

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.

Katouma Niovi is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist, licensed to practice (1137107), maintaining a private practice in Nea Erythraia. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the University of East London, fully accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), from which she graduated with distinction. She has specialized in Integrated Counselling and Psychotherapeutic Approaches (Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy/CBT, Person-Centered, Psychodynamic) and holds the European Care Certificate (ECC) from TACT HELLAS. She also holds a degree in Economic Science, Business Economics, and Finance from the Athens University of Economics and Business (formerly ASOEE). An integral part of her education includes participation in seminars and continuing professional development programs. Her professional experience derives from providing psychotherapeutic services in Psychotherapy-Counselling centers, Education, and Psychosocial Rehabilitation and support for the elderly. Attendance at seminars and trainings within her scientific field, as well as the personal supervision she receives, are closely linked to her ongoing professional growth and development. Finally, she conducts private counselling and psychotherapy sessions with adults and adolescents.

Ioannis Papadimas is a licensed psychologist, holding a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and a full member of the Hellenic Psychological Society (SEPS) since 2020. He has specialized in Psychoanalytic–Psychodynamic Psychotherapy through his training at the European Institute of Counseling and Psychotherapy, and he has also completed postgraduate training in Psychoeducation and Behavioral Family Therapy.His professional background includes collaborations with well-established mental health and social care organizations. He has worked as a psychologist at The Smile of the Child, as well as at the Lilian Voudouri Foundation, where he served as coordinator in a Supported Living Residence (SYD). In addition, he has held the position of psychologist and scientific supervisor at the Association for the Care of Minors and Youth. He completed his internship at the Attica Psychiatric Hospital (Dafni) and offered voluntary psychological support through the Social Services of the Municipality of Fyli.Currently, he provides online psychotherapy services from his private practice based in Ano Liosia, working with adults and adolescents on a wide range of psychological issues, including anxiety, panic attacks, depression, emotional disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), personality disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), self-esteem and identity issues, and interpersonal relationship difficulties. He also offers parental counseling and family support.His therapeutic approach focuses on building a stable, authentic, and safe therapeutic relationship, where individuals are encouraged to explore their inner world, process past experiences, and strengthen their psychological resilience in order to bring about meaningful and lasting change in their lives.

Giannakopoulou Maria is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist providing individual sessions both in-person and online. She has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She offers psychotherapeutic support to adults, adolescents, and children, focusing on understanding and modifying dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors related to anxiety, mood, and interpersonal difficulties.

She studied Psychology at the University of Derby and completed her training in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling. Additionally, she holds a Master's degree (MSc) in Counseling and Guidance from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.

She has worked in private and public mental health institutions, supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, depressive symptoms, relationship difficulties, and self-esteem issues.

Within the therapeutic setting, she emphasizes a collaborative relationship with the client and the clear formulation of goals. Through understanding cognitive and emotional patterns, the aim is to develop more functional ways of thinking and behaving, as well as to enhance psychological resilience. The therapeutic process is individually tailored, taking into account each person's needs, pace, and objectives.

Simultaneously, she regularly participates in supervision and professional development programs, aiming for continuous professional and personal growth.

Mariana Florou is a Psychologist-Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Kifisia. She is a distinguished graduate in Psychology from Panteion University (License number 2955/18-01-2019). Additionally, she is a distinguished graduate in Sociology from the same university. She has completed her studies in the four-year enriched systemic SANE model at the Institute of Education and Research in Systemic Psychotherapy - Logo Psychis, obtaining a diploma in psychotherapy recognized by the European Association for Psychotherapy (EAP). At the same institute, she has also completed a one-year training program in couples therapy. She regularly receives supervision and has undergone over ten years of personal therapy. She has completed a six-month internship in the psychiatric clinic of the 414 Military Hospital as a prerequisite for her undergraduate studies. Furthermore, as part of her specialization in psychotherapy, she completed a 30-month practical training in a psychologist’s office, where she actively participated in the therapeutic process of a psychotherapy group. Since 2019, she has been working in her private practice with adolescents, adults, couples, and families addressing a wide range of issues and difficulties. Additionally, she collaborates with a counseling and psychotherapy center as a psychotherapist for adults, families, and couples. Acknowledging the challenges of the contemporary era, the rapidly changing social landscape, as well as developments in psychology and neurosciences, she continues to attend various educational programs for her further professional development. Her aim is for the psychotherapeutic relationship to function as a reparative framework of safety, in which clients can discover silenced aspects of themselves and develop a revised perspective on themselves and their lives.

Η Μάλλιου Βασιλική, MSc, είναι Ψυχολόγος – Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στη Νέα Ερυθραία. Είναι πτυχιούχος Ψυχολογίας και κάτοχος Μεταπτυχιακού Διπλώματος στην Παιδοψυχολογία από το Institute of Counselling and Psychological Studies του University of Central Lancashire.

Παράλληλα, παρακολουθεί τετραετές Πρόγραμμα Ειδίκευσης στο Συνθετικό Μοντέλο Συστημικής Θεραπείας στο Κέντρο Διερεύνησης Ανθρώπινων Σχέσεων, το οποίο αποτελεί το πρώτο πιστοποιημένο συστημικό εκπαιδευτικό κέντρο της Ελληνική Εταιρεία Συμβουλευτικής.

Έχει προσφέρει εθελοντική εργασία στα σπίτια του οργανισμού Το Χαμόγελο του Παιδιού, καθώς και στη γραμμή υποστήριξης παιδιών, εφήβων και ενηλίκων «Μαζί για το Παιδί – Γραμμή 11525», ενώ έχει συνεργαστεί με την Α’ Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Αιγινήτειο Νοσοκομείο. Επιπλέον, έχει προσφέρει εθελοντική εργασία στον Δήμος Αμαρουσίου, σε δομές ΚΑΠΗ, σε γηροκομείο και σε ξενώνες φιλοξενίας, υποστηρίζοντας ευάλωτες κοινωνικές ομάδες, ενώ διετέλεσε και συντονίστρια ομάδας εγκύων παρέχοντας ψυχοεκπαιδευτική και συμβουλευτική υποστήριξη.

Επιπροσθέτως, πραγματοποίησε την πρακτική της άσκηση στο Κατάστημα Κράτησης Γυναικείων Φυλακών Ελαιώνα, συντονίζοντας ομάδες και παρέχοντας ενημέρωση σε ζητήματα ψυχοθεραπείας στο πλαίσιο του σχολείου και της θεραπευτικής ομάδας του ΟΚΑΝΑ. Έχει επίσης αποκτήσει επαγγελματική εμπειρία συνεργαζόμενη με ιδιωτικά γραφεία ψυχοθεραπευτών και ως ψυχολόγος στο Σικιαρίδειον Ίδρυμα, υποστηρίζοντας παιδιά με νοητική υστέρηση.

Στο πλαίσιο της διαρκούς επιστημονικής της κατάρτισης, έχει συμμετάσχει σε πληθώρα εκπαιδευτικών σεμιναρίων και αποτελεί τακτικό μέλος του Σύλλογος Ελλήνων Ψυχολόγων.

Βασικός της στόχος είναι η διαμόρφωση ενός δομημένου και ασφαλούς θεραπευτικού πλαισίου, εντός του οποίου ο εξυπηρετούμενος δύναται να εκφράζεται ελεύθερα, να προβαίνει σε ουσιαστική αυτοδιερεύνηση και να ενδυναμώνεται μέσω της ανάπτυξης δεξιοτήτων. Θεμελιώδεις αξίες που διέπουν την επαγγελματική της στάση αποτελούν η πεποίθηση ότι κάθε άνθρωπος έχει δικαίωμα πρόσβασης στη θεραπεία και ισότιμη θέση εντός αυτής, καθώς και η αναγνώριση ότι κάθε δυσκολία αξίζει να γίνεται κατανοητή, αποδεκτή και να αντιμετωπίζεται με τη δέουσα φροντίδα.

Eleni Yoldasi is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Kifisia. With specialization in Person-Centered Psychotherapy, she offers a safe and supportive environment for personal development, self-awareness, and enhancement of mental well-being. Her goal is to help clients discover their potential, focusing on the values and needs that lead to an authentic and fulfilling life.

She completed her studies in Psychology at the **University of Essex** and is currently completing her training in **Person-Centered and Focusing-Oriented Counseling & Psychotherapy** at the **Hellenic Focusing Centre**. In parallel, she holds a diploma in **Health and Wellness Coaching** from the **International Authority for Professional Coaching & Mentoring**, while she continuously expands her knowledge with courses in philosophy, focusing on fundamental questions concerning life and human existence.

**Person-Centered Psychotherapy** is a therapeutic approach developed by **Carl Rogers** in the 20th century. Its core idea is that every individual has the potential to grow and resolve their issues when they feel accepted and understood. The therapist does not guide or judge the client but supports them with empathy and unconditional positive regard. This allows the client to explore their emotions, thoughts, and concerns in a safe space.

The therapy focuses on the person and their needs, rather than on the problem or diagnosis. The essence lies in the development of a genuine and honest relationship between therapist and client, which enables the latter to discover their own solutions and strengthen their self-esteem. Person-Centered Psychotherapy believes that we all possess the capacity for self-actualization and to live a life that truly satisfies us, as long as we have the appropriate environment of support and understanding.

Skafidas Spyros BSc, MSc is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Kifisia. He holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at the University of Nicosia and a master's degree in Criminology from the same University. Additionally, he has attended a seminar on "Criminological Research: The Contribution of Psychology" at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, and he currently participates in the seminar "Anxiety and Depression: Psychoeducation and Management" at the same institution. He completed his internship at the Counseling Station "Agia Skepi" in Cyprus and was part of the Psychosocial Care Team at the Armored Training Center (KETTH) Avlona. Moreover, he provided psychological counseling support on the Armed Forces SOS 24-hour hotline at the 414 Military Hospital of Special Diseases (SNEN) and has worked as a Psychologist at the KDAP MEA Prosvasis. Currently, he is a Psychologist at the Day Care and Day Care Center for People with Disabilities "Nikodimos Graikos" of the Foundation for the Care of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities or Down Syndrome "Maria Kokkori".

Empeoglou Varvara holds a Professional Practice License, a degree in Psychology from the University of Essex, and a postgraduate degree in Applied Clinical Psychology from the University of Central Lancashire. She has certified training in Group Analytical Psychotherapy, Couples and Family Counseling, as well as the international four-year postgraduate program at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in Systemic, Dialogical, and Narrative Approaches, focusing her therapeutic practice on postmodern forms of psychotherapy. Additionally, she possesses certifications in brief therapeutic interventions such as Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Narrative Therapy. These approaches, with their practical and immediately applicable nature, complement long-term therapy by facilitating small, actionable steps of change that empower the therapeutic process. Her clinical experience includes internship at Sismanoglio Hospital, in the Adult Psychiatric Clinic and the Eating Disorders Unit, as well as collaborations with clinics, care and rehabilitation units, specialized therapy centers, and mental health centers. Currently, she works as a Clinical Psychologist in a group of elder care units and maintains a private practice in Nea Erythraia, providing psychotherapeutic support to adults, adolescents, couples, families, as well as parent counseling. Concurrently, she actively participates in scientific conferences, seminars, and workshops, enhancing her therapeutic practice with insights from the continuous advancement of science.

Emirza Savvina MSc is a Psychologist - Family Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Metamorfosi. She holds a degree from the Psychology Program of the Faculty of Philosophy at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and graduated with honors from the postgraduate program "Health Promotion and Education" at the Medical School of the same University. She has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Drama (CBD) as well as in Systemic - Family Psychotherapy at the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Department of the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas." Additionally, she completed further training in the annual program "Child Psychiatry - Child Psychology" at the University of the Aegean and received training in the Rorschach projective personality test and the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-III). She completed her practical training at the Special Education Workshop "MARGARITA" and at the Substance Abuse Prevention Center of the Municipality of Kifisia OKANA, "PRONOI." Since 2013, she has gained significant professional experience offering her services as a Psychologist in Psychoeducational Centers. She provides support to infertile couples and individuals undergoing in vitro fertilization. Her personal therapy and temperament support the belief that "strength comes through sharing." Finally, Ms. Emirza has attended and continues to attend numerous conferences and seminars aimed at ongoing professional development in her field of expertise and has presented numerous papers.

Arxontia Kiaxagia is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist based in Athens and is a graduate of the University of Essex, holding a professional practice license. She provides therapy and support to adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, panic attacks, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, among others. Guided by scientific expertise and empathy, she creates an environment where individuals can feel safe, understood, and ready to discover their best selves.

Dimitris Xatzigiannakos is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Kifisia. He graduated in Psychology from the Scientific College of Greece (SCG), where he completed his undergraduate studies. He then continued his specialization by obtaining a Master's Degree in Clinical Skills based on Relational Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy at the Institute of Relational and Group Psychotherapy, where he also completed his internship. Additionally, the specialist works as an external collaborator with the organization Psychoplefsi. Through his education and professional career, he focuses on developing therapeutic relationships based on understanding, authentic contact, and the relational approach of psychotherapy.

Oikonomou Nasia is a certified Systemic Psychotherapist and Family Therapist. She has been trained in Systemic Psychotherapy at the Laboratory for the Investigation of Human Relationships, holds a postgraduate degree in Special Psychology-Counseling from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, and is a graduate of Oxford Brookes University in Psychology. 

She has received training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (couples therapy) and has specialized in trauma treatment using BEAR GUIDELINES for the treatment of trauma.

She has collaborated professionally and voluntarily with the Foundation for Children, Pammakaristos, the School for the Deaf of Filothei, the Psychopedagogical Center of Marousi, the Psychopedagogical Center of Vyronas, and the diagnostic department of the Agia Sofia Children's Hospital. She has also worked with the Dandolina daycare and the Model Daycare of Erythraia. Currently, she maintains a private practice in Kifisia where she works with adults, groups, couples, parents, and families, providing Psychotherapy and Counseling services on issues related to anxiety, relationship and emotional management (loneliness, depression, grief, abuse, panic attacks), and self-awareness (psychological empowerment).