Health professionals for Women empowerment in Athens

Η Μυλωνά Ζωή είναι Ψυχολόγος-Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στα Ιλίσια. Είναι πτυχιούχος του τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου  Αθηνών και συνέχισε τις μεταπτυχιακές της σπουδές στο Πρόγραμμα Μεταπτυχιακών Σπουδών "Έγκαιρη Παρέμβαση στην Ψύχωση" της Ιατρικής Σχολής του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών . Παράλληλα, έχει εκπαιδευτεί στο Τετραετές Πρόγραμμα «Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία και Συμβουλευτική», το οποίο αποτελεί και τον βασικό θεραπευτικό της προσανατολισμό και είναι μέλος της ΣΕΒΕ (Συστημική Εταιρεία Βορείου Ελλάδος). Επιπλέον, έχει παρακολουθήσει πλήθος σεμιναρίων, μεταξύ των οποίων περιλαμβάνονται τα "Παιδοψυχολογία - Ολιστική Προσέγγιση" Μονοετές Σεμινάριο στο Πάντειο Πανεπιστήμιο, Δικαστική Ψυχολογία (ΔΔΕΕΨΥ), Βιωματική Εκπαίδευση μέσω Ύπνωσης, Διαχείρηση πένθους απώλειας,    Διαχείριση κρίσεων και αυτοκτονικού ιδεασμού, καθώς και σεμινάρια σχετικά με τη Διαχείριση Συναισθημάτων και την Επικοινωνία της οικογένειας, τα οποία περιλάμβαναν θεματικές για το άγχος, τις κρίσεις πανικού και τη θεραπευτική προσέγγιση του εσωτερικού παιδιού (Κέντρο ΝΟΗΣΙΣ ΚΕ.ΘΕ.ΣΥ). Στο πλαίσιο της επαγγελματικής της εξέλιξης, επενδύει σταθερά στη διεύρυνση των γνώσεών της και την εμβάθυνση της θεραπευτικής της πρακτικής. Παρακολουθεί εκπαιδευτικά σεμινάρια, συμμετέχει σε συνεχή κλινική εποπτεία και ακολουθεί προσωπικό κύκλο ατομικής ψυχοθεραπείας. Έχει ως αρχή της ότι οι άνθρωποι δεν λανθάνουν από τη φύση τους, αλλά πως τα προβλήματα οφείλονται σε μη λειτουργικές δυναμικές των συστημάτων στα οποία βρίσκονται. Η θεραπεία είναι μία διαδικασία συνεργασίας ανάμεσα στον θεραπευτή και τον θεραπευόμενο. Επίσης για εκείνη πυξίδα είναι η καλλιέργεια θεραπευτικής σχέσης που βασίζεται στην ενσυναίσθηση και την άνευ όρων αποδοχή. Στην πρακτική της άσκηση εργάστηκε σε δομή ψυχικής υγείας και κοινωνικής αποκατάστασης. Έκτοτε έχει εργαστεί στον ιδιωτικό τομέα με παιδιά, εφήβους, ενήλικες και οικογένειες. Στο παρόν εργάζεται ως ψυχολόγος στο Ελληνικό κέντρο για την ψυχική υγεία και θεραπεία του παιδιού και της οικογένειας «Το Περιβολακι». Τέλος εργάζεται ιδιωτικά παρέχοντας ατομικές συνεδρίες ψυχοθεραπείας σε ενήλικες, εφήβους, ζευγάρια αλλά και συμβουλευτική γονέων.

Fyka Katerina is a Psychologist, trained in Person-Centered and Focusing experiential psychotherapy at the Hellenic Focusing Center. She believes that every individual possesses the wisdom and capacity to move towards change, provided they find a space where they feel acceptance, authenticity, and safety. Her work is based on the power of the therapeutic relationship and the value of respectfully staying with the "here and now" of each person. Within a safe, supportive environment, there is an opportunity for experiences, emotions, and meanings that may not have previously had space to emerge. She has experience in psychosocial care structures, support groups for people with disabilities, as well as in settings that promote social inclusion and empowerment. She has worked with individuals living with ADHD, recognizing both their challenges and unique strengths. Additionally, she has participated in educational programs and initiatives related to LGBTQ+ inclusion and the enhancement of mental resilience in vulnerable populations. Her personal journey in therapy and her desire for authentic connection guide her daily work with respect, tenderness, and curiosity. If you wish to encounter yourself in a space that accepts you as you are, she will be glad to accompany you.

Priniotaki Katerina is a Mental Health Counselor with a private practice in Pangrati. She has experience in individual psychotherapy and counseling. She studied Psychology at the American College (Deree) and holds a Master's degree (MA) in Counseling and Psychotherapy from the University of East London, with extensive hands-on experience in psychoanalytic therapy and supervision. Additionally, she has worked at the Elderly Care Unit of the Moschato Social Welfare Center. She has expertise in cases of anxiety disorders, panic attacks, eating disorders, depression, relationship counseling, bereavement, and more.

Kemali Afroditi is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist conducting both online and in-person sessions. She holds a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with training in Body Psychotherapy at the Wilhelm Reich Center. In recent years, she has worked as a Psychologist in an unaccompanied minors facility, providing psychological support to vulnerable groups. Currently, she coordinates a prevention group for new mothers. She has also volunteered for several years as a Psychologist at KETHEA. Additionally, she has attended various postgraduate seminars in Clinical Psychopathology at Aeginiteio Hospital and Anxiety Disorders in children and adolescents at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.

Alatsa Xrysanthi is a Psychologist and Systemic Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Pangrati. She holds a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and has completed postgraduate studies in Clinical Psychology and Psychopathology at the Université de Bordeaux. She has worked as a Psychologist in Mental Health Centers in France, at the Korydallos Prison, as well as at the Lyrakou Clinic. In her private practice, she treats adults, families, and couples, focusing on providing the best possible support tailored to the individualized needs of each patient.

Ioanna Marmarou BSc, MSc, PhD is a Clinical - Counseling Psychologist who maintains a private practice in the center of Athens, in Exarchia. She holds a PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University of East London, a master's degree in Clinical & Community Psychology, and a bachelor's degree in Psychology from the same university. The therapist is a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society with professional license number 309612. The therapeutic process follows the Integrative Approach, which successfully incorporates Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic therapy, and Gestalt therapy. She holds certifications in School Psychology, Sexual Education for Children and Adolescents, and Drama Therapy. At Ioanna Marmarou's private practice, the counseling and psychotherapeutic process focuses on the uniqueness of each individual, allowing them to express every right - wrong, good - bad, normal - abnormal, realistic - imaginary, light - dark aspect of themselves and their broader life. The purpose of this therapeutic process is to serve as a journey for the client to explore their own self and their relationship with themselves, as well as the relationships and boundaries they have established within their social environment. A core principle of the therapist is the empowerment of the individual, aiming to build healthy relationships, achieve inner fulfillment, and maintain functionality in daily life.

Georgia Dermani is a Psychologist with a private practice located in Ampelokipoi, where she conducts individual sessions. She completed her studies at the University of East London and continued her training at Aeginiteio Hospital in Athens. She is undergoing training in somatic psychotherapy at the Wilhelm Reich Psychotherapy and Counseling Center - Hellenic Institute of Neurovegetative Therapy and Character Analysis (E.I.N.A.). After completing her studies, she voluntarily provided psychotherapy services for four consecutive years within a social solidarity network in Athens. Her therapeutic approach is a personal synthesis developed through years of experience, intensive study, personal therapy, and supervision. The primary foundation of her approach is Psychodynamic, rooted in Psychoanalytic theory and clinical practice.

Kakarougka Sofia is a Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Metaxourgeio. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of East London - Metropolitan College and subsequently completed her postgraduate studies (MSc) in Clinical Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Scientific College of Greece (SCG) - University of Strasbourg. She has also worked as a Psychologist at the Residential Care Home of the Non-Profit Urban Organization "IASIS," providing psychological support to residents through individual sessions and therapy groups. Her work also involved participating in multidisciplinary teams for the development and monitoring of individualized therapeutic programs, as well as conducting psychometric tests to assess psychological needs and track residents' progress. Additionally, as part of her ongoing education and professional development, she attends seminars and conferences in the field. Notably, she completed a multi-month program at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) titled "Social Clinical Psychology of Addictions: Assessment, Diagnosis, and Development of Therapeutic Skills," as well as the seminar "The Five Stages of Grief," organized by the Interdisciplinary Network for the Specialization of Mental Health Professionals (DEPSPY). She is currently attending the Advanced Seminar in Clinical Psychopathology "PANAGIOTIS OULIS." In her private practice, she currently conducts individual adult sessions both in person and remotely.

Η Λευκοθέα Μπεσίρη είναι Κλινική Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχαναλύτρια, απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του ΕΚΠΑ και κάτοχος μεταπτυχιακού διπλώματος Κλινικής Ψυχοπαθολογίας και Ψυχανάλυσης του Πανεπιστημίου του Παρισιού.

Από το 2021 εργάζεται με ενήλικες σε κοινοτικές δομές ψυχικής υγείας. Τα τελευταία 2 χρόνια βρίσκεται στο Κέντρο Ημέρας Αριάδνη του ΚΜΟΠ.

Είναι ενεργό μέλος του Ψυχαναλυτικού Συλλόγου Freud Lacan στην Αθήνα από το 2018 έως και σήμερα.

Metta Kalliopi, MSc, is a Psychotherapist offering online sessions in both Greek and English, based between Athens and Amsterdam. She holds two Master’s degrees — in Clinical Psychology (Leiden University, the Netherlands) and Neuroscience (Carleton University, Canada). Kalliopi works exclusively online, providing psychotherapeutic support to adults in Greece and abroad. She works with individuals experiencing anxiety disorders, panic attacks, work-related stress, depression, ADHD, emotional regulation difficulties, interpersonal issues, psychosomatic symptoms, self-esteem challenges, addictions, as well as existential concerns related to meaning and identity. In her therapeutic practice, she integrates techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Psychodynamic Therapy, aiming to help clients understand and change limiting patterns of thought and behavior. She supports individuals in managing anxiety, improving relationships, and enhancing self-esteem. Kalliopi also places particular emphasis on empowering and supporting members of the LGBTQIA+ community, approaching every individual with acceptance, respect, and authenticity. She has completed over 300 hours of personal psychotherapy, deepening her understanding of the therapeutic process and human experience.

Xristidi Katerina MSc, BTEC is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Pangrati. She holds a degree in psychology from Panteion University and completed a postgraduate specialization program in Child, Adolescent, and Family Psychotherapy at London Metropolitan University, London. Additionally, she completed her specialization in Integrative Counseling/Psychotherapy (BTEC Advanced Professional Diploma in Integrative Counseling) from the UK institution Pearson, recognized by the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy. A key advantage of the Integrative Approach is that it combines techniques from various modalities, allowing flexible adaptation to the needs and personality of each patient. She has worked at the Psychiatric Clinic of the General Children's Hospital “Agia Sofia,” at the therapy center “En logo kai ergo,” and at the Hellenic Society for the Protection & Rehabilitation of Disabled Children, in the neuropsychological rehabilitation center for individuals with brain injuries and in the infant department. Finally, she regularly attends numerous conferences and seminars as part of her ongoing professional development.

Kaouki Panagiota is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist practicing privately in Kolonaki. She holds a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA). She has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at Aiginiteio Hospital in Athens. Her commitment is to create a safe and supportive environment for clients to process their experiences and work towards personal growth and well-being. As a Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapist (CBT), she utilizes techniques to address a range of issues including anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, specific phobias, eating disorders, sexual disorders, interpersonal relationship issues, grief management, self-esteem enhancement, among others. She is also dedicated to empowering clients to identify and challenge negative thought patterns, develop coping skills, and achieve their goals. Additionally, she provides psychological support and counseling to parents, aiming at the continuous improvement of quality of life and management of intrafamilial issues. Finally, as part of her ongoing professional development, she attends seminars and conferences in the field.

Η Δήμητρα Γ. Φύκα είναι Ψυχολόγος – Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια με ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο κέντρο της Αθήνας, στην περιοχή της Ακαδημίας Πλάτωνος, καθώς και στο Ξυλόκαστρο Κορινθίας. Παράλληλα, παρέχει υπηρεσίες και μέσω διαδικτυακών συνεδριών, διευκολύνοντας την πρόσβαση στην ψυχοθεραπεία από οπουδήποτε.

Είναι απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών (ΕΚΠΑ), ενώ ο πρώτος κύκλος σπουδών της ήταν στο Παιδαγωγικό Τμήμα Δημοτικής Εκπαίδευσης του ίδιου πανεπιστημίου. Η ακαδημαϊκή της πορεία συνδυάζει τη βαθιά κατανόηση της ανθρώπινης ψυχής με τη γνώση της εκπαιδευτικής διαδικασίας και της ανάπτυξης του παιδιού.

Μετεκπαιδεύτεται στη Σωματική Ψυχοθεραπεία στο Ελληνικό Ινστιτούτο Νευροφυτοθεραπείας και Ανάλυσης Χαρακτήρα (Ε.Ι.Ν.Α.), με εκπαίδευση πιστοποιημένη από διεθνείς και ελληνικούς φορείς, όπως η European Association for Body Psychotherapy (EABP), η European Association of Psychotherapy (EAP), η Εθνική Εταιρεία Ψυχοθεραπείας Ελλάδος (ΕΕΨΕ) και η Ελληνική Εταιρεία Συμβουλευτικής (ΕΕΣ).

Διαθέτει 15ετή επαγγελματική εμπειρία στον χώρο της εκπαίδευσης, έχοντας εργαστεί ως εκπαιδευτικός σε ιδιωτικό σχολείο. Η εμπειρία αυτή της επιτρέπει να προσεγγίζει με ουσιαστικό τρόπο παιδιά, εφήβους και γονείς, κατανοώντας σε βάθος τις ανάγκες κάθε αναπτυξιακού σταδίου.

Σήμερα εργάζεται ως Ψυχολόγος &Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, παρέχοντας ατομικές συνεδρίες σε ενήλικες, εφήβους και γονείς, με στόχο την ενίσχυση της ψυχικής ανθεκτικότητας, τη διαχείριση συναισθηματικών δυσκολιών και τη βελτίωση της ποιότητας ζωής. Παράλληλα, πραγματοποιεί ομιλίες και βιωματικά εργαστήρια σε δημόσιους και ιδιωτικούς φορείς, εστιάζοντας σε θέματα ψυχικής υγείας, γονεϊκότητας και προσωπικής ανάπτυξης.

Από το 2012 έως και σήμερα συνεχίζει αδιάλειπτα την επιμόρφωσή της, παρακολουθώντας σεμινάρια και βιωματικά εργαστήρια στον τομέα της Ψυχολογίας, της Ψυχοθεραπείας και της Εκπαίδευσης, με στόχο τη συνεχή εξέλιξη και την παροχή υψηλού επιπέδου υπηρεσιών στους ανθρώπους που την εμπιστεύονται.

Konstantoulaki Eleni MSc, MA is a licensed Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist specialized in the Systemic - Existential approach, with experience in the treatment of adolescents, young adults, adults, couples (EFT | Emotionally Focused Therapy) and families. She provides psychotherapy both individually and in group settings, with sessions available online. Her goal is to create a safe therapeutic environment where each individual or group can feel acceptance and trust, having the space to explore thoughts, feelings, and relationships, progressing with awareness towards a more conscious, meaningful, and authentic life.

Mpousmpoureli Stefania is a Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist, with postgraduate studies in Neuroscience from the University of Sydney. She completed her undergraduate studies in Psychology at the University of Surrey and continues to train in Systemic Psychotherapy at the Multidisciplinary Psychotherapeutic Center "Synghiseis." She has worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Surrey and as a Corporate Wellness Consultant at Travelgems. To date, she volunteers as a Psychologist at milamou.gr and serves as a Psychologist - Retreat Coordinator at the international organization "Enrich Global." In private practice, she provides psychotherapeutic support to adults, adolescents, and couples, focusing on relationships, anxiety, self-awareness, and communication improvement. Her goal is to understand personal and family dynamics within a safe and supportive framework.