Health professionals for Depression

Zikou Aggeliki - Maria is a Psychologist who maintains a private practice in Galatsi. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She has acquired professional experience in hospitals and centers where she has worked, such as the Attica Psychiatric Hospital "Dromokaiteio," the Psychiatric Department of Sismanoglio Hospital, the National Center for Social Solidarity, as well as the National Social Help Line and the National Child Protection Line. Additionally, she continually updates her expertise in the field by attending conferences in Greece and abroad and has participated in research related to mental health organized by the University of Athens and the Research University Institute of Mental Health. Finally, she is a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society.

Papadopoulou Nansy is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Kalamaria, Thessaloniki. She holds a degree in Psychology from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, as well as a degree in Philology from the same institution. The combination of these two fields aids her in adopting a human-centered approach and a deeper understanding of individuals. During her studies, she attended seminars on Psychoanalytic Thought and Practice at the Psychoanalytic Society of Northern Greece and began her training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Hellenic Society for Behavioral Research (EESYS). She completed her practical training at the Society of Spastic Children of Northern Greece, which provided her with the opportunity to engage with vulnerable social groups. She continues to pursue professional development through training, recognizing that personality is a complex and dynamic process. Therapeutically, she works with adults and adolescents, applying her knowledge according to each individual's needs and goals, with the aim of promoting mental health and the well-being of her clients. Since 2023, she has been conducting psychotherapy sessions with adults and adolescents based on the cognitive behavioral approach and addresses issues related to: anger management, low self-esteem, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, psychological empowerment, personality disorders, and self-awareness. It is her personal belief that psychotherapy is a fascinating journey through which an individual gains awareness of themselves and their potential. Her goal is to be present in each person's personal journey with authenticity and acceptance.

Karagianni Anastasia Xara is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains her practice in Nea Erythraia. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology of the School of Social Sciences at the University of Crete. She has received specialized training in the Person-Centered Approach to Psychotherapy from the College of Human Sciences-ICPS and has completed advanced postgraduate seminars. She has worked as a Psychologist in a Geriatric Care Unit as well as in a Psychiatric Clinic. She handles a wide range of cases, always focusing on providing the best possible service tailored to the individual needs of each person she undertakes.

Η Παρασκευή Ευ. Ρουμελιώτη είναι Κλινική Ψυχολόγος και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Περιστέρι. Είναι απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Κρατικού Πανεπιστημίου του Στρασβούργου (BSc in Psychology) και απόφοιτη του Μεταπτυχιακού Προγράμματος Κλινικής Ψυχολογίας του London Metropolitan University (MSc in Clinical Psychology). Φιλομαθής και με πάθος για τον Κλάδο της Ψυχολογίας, στρεφόμενη προς τον Τομέα της Κλινικής Ψυχολογίας και της Ψυχοθεραπείας, εξειδικεύεται στην Ψυχοδυναμική - Ψυχαναλυτική Ψυχοθεραπεία. Όντας λάτρης της Συνεχιζόμενης Εκπαίδευσης και Επιμόρφωσης, αποκτά σφαιρική γνώση και ενημερώνεται για τα νεότερα δεδομένα, παρακολουθώντας Επιμορφωτικά Σεμινάρια και Συνέδρια που αφορούν τους τομείς της Ιατρικής, της Ψυχοπαθολογίας και ποικίλων Ψυχικών Διαταραχών.

Τέλος, έχοντας κάνει δύο (2) Ποιοτικές Ερευνητικές Μελέτες κατα την διάρκεια των σπουδών της που αφορούσαν τα παρακάτω περιστατικά, εξειδικεύεται στην υποστήριξη των ατόμων με Καρδιαγγειακά Προβλήματα, Χρόνιες Παθήσεις, καθώς και σε άτομα με Ιδεοψυχαναγκαστική Διαταραχή (OCD), Διπολική Διαταραχή, Κατάθλιψη, Αγχώδης Διαταραχή, Κρίσεις Πανικού, Εξαρτήσεις, Σεξουαλικές Διαταραχές και Ψυχοσωματικά Συμπτώματα.

Saliverou Elisavet is a Psychologist - Psychoeducator - Psychotherapist, holding a Master's degree (MSc) in Counseling Psychology (National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Excellence Scholarship), with studies in Psychology, Education (National and Kapodistrian University of Athens), and Social Work (University of West Attica). She has been trained in Systemic – Family Psychotherapy and maintains a private Counseling – Psychotherapy practice. Simultaneously, she is responsible for the Counseling Service and social initiatives of HEN Athens and coordinates educational and psychoeducational programs for children, adolescents, adults, and parents. She has collaborated with organizations such as ELIZA, the "Together for the Child" hotline, SOS Children's Villages, and the Social Psychiatry Company P. Sakellaropoulos. She applies an integrative therapeutic approach (Systemic, Psychoanalytic, Narrative, Art Therapy) to various mental health issues of children, adolescents, and adults.

Η Ιωαννίδου - Αθανασίου Νεφέλη είναι Ψυχολόγος - Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στην Δάφνη. Είναι απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου, έχει ολοκληρώσει το ΔΠΜΣ «Κλινικές Παρεμβάσεις στις Εξαρτήσεις» του Πανεπιστημίου Κρήτης και το Κλινικό Πρόγραμμα Ειδίκευσης στη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία Ενηλίκων του Ινστιτούτου Εκπαίδευσης και Έρευνας στη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία «Λόγω Ψυχής». Η ειδικός στο ιδιωτικό της γραφείο παρέχει ψυχοθεραπευτικές και συμβουλευτικές υπηρεσίες σε ενήλικες, ζευγάρια και οικογένειες. Έχει εργαστεί σε σχολικά, κοινοτικά και ψυχοκοινωνικά πλαίσια, καθώς και σε κοινωνικά και ευρωπαϊκά προγράμματα υποστήριξης ευάλωτων ομάδων, αποκτώντας πολύπλευρη εμπειρία στη συμβουλευτική πλαισίωση ανθρώπων και οικογενειών σε περιόδους ευαλωτότητας, άγχους, απώλειας, αλλαγών και σύνθετων δυσκολιών, μεταξύ των οποίων και ζητήματα που συνδέονται με τις εξαρτήσεις. Η θεραπευτική της προσέγγιση βασίζεται στη συστημική οπτική, μέσα από την οποία οι δυσκολίες του ανθρώπου προσεγγίζονται σε σύνδεση με την προσωπική του ιστορία, τις ανάγκες, τις σχέσεις και τα πλαίσια ζωής του. Ιδιαίτερο ενδιαφέρον έχει για τον τρόπο με τον οποίο βιώματα που έχουν αφήσει αποτύπωμα στην προσωπική και οικογενειακή ιστορία, μπορεί να συνδέονται με επαναλαμβανόμενα μοτίβα σχέσεων, επηρεάζοντας την αυτοεικόνα, τις επιλογές και τον τρόπο σύνδεσης του ανθρώπου με τον εαυτό του και τους άλλους.

Frrokai Foteini - Elvisa is a Psychologist - Systemic Family Psychotherapist (BSc, MSc, PhDc), PhD Candidate in Psychology, a Sylff Japanese Foundation Fellow, and maintains a private practice in Glyfada. Regarding her educational background, she obtained her first degree from the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete and subsequently earned a Master’s Degree specializing in "Counseling Psychology" from the University of Athens. As a top graduate of the University of Athens, she was awarded by the Sylff Japanese Foundation for "High academic performance and leadership skills." She continued her studies as a PhD Candidate in Psychology at the Department of Early Childhood Education of the University of the Aegean under the supervision of Professor Anastasia Tsabarli, with her doctoral thesis entitled "The Quality of the Sibling Relationship in the Greek Family with a Child with Anxiety Disorder." Concurrently, she completed the four-year program in Systemic Psychotherapy (Individual, Couple, Family) at ESYTHEPAS, which is recognized training by the European Family Therapy Association (EFTA). Between 2019-2022, she served as President of the Chios Psychologists Association and for three consecutive years (2020-2022) she held the 1st position among distinguished businesses in the Health sector in Chios as assessed by the company "AEOTI TIS YGEIAS." She is a highly trained professional with many years of experience, as detailed below. She engages in an ongoing process of education, personal psychotherapy, and supervision, believing that a good therapist has a dual role: that of a professional and a scientist.

Ο Νίκος Τσιούμας είναι Ψυχολόγος - Γνωσιακός Συμπεριφορικός Ψυχοθεραπευτή, και συνιδιοκτήτης του Κέντρου Ψυχοθεραπείας και Συμβουλευτικής Ενηλίκων «Δια Ψυχής». Ολοκλήρωσε τις σπουδές του στην επιστήμη της Ψυχολογίας το 2014, ενώ τo 2016 αποφοίτησε με τιμητική διάκριση από το Μεταπτυχιακό του Cardiff Metropolitan University στην Ψυχολογία της Υγείας. Το 2017 ολοκλήρωσε με επιτυχία το Ετήσιο Πρόγραμμα Κατάρτισης στην Γνωσιακή – Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία του Πανεπιστημίου Αιγαίου, προσέγγιση στην οποία και αποφάσισε να εκπαιδευτεί περεταίρω στην μετέπειτα πορεία του.

Έχει εργαστεί ως καθηγητής σε προπτυχιακά και μεταπτυχιακά προγράμματα από το 2018, όταν και επέστρεψε από σπουδές στην Αγγλία, μέχρι και το 2025, όπου επέλεξε να αφοσιωθεί εξ ολοκλήρου στην Ψυχοθεραπεία. Έχει διδάξει σε τμήματα Εργοθεραπείας, Λογοθεραπείας, Παιδαγωγικών, Διαιτολογίας και Ψυχολογίας, ενώ έχει διετελέσει μέλος της διοικητικής ομάδας του τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Aegean College. Από το 2022 εκπαιδεύεται στην Γνωσιακή – Συμπεριφορική Ψυχοθεραπεία στο Κέντρο Εφαρμοσμένης Ψυχοθεραπείας & Συμβουλευτικής [ΚΕ.ΨΥ.ΣΥ] καθώς και έχει εργαστεί ψυχοθεραπευτικά, τόσο ιδιωτικά όσο και ως θεραπευτής στο Κέντρο Λογοθεραπείας – Εργοθεραπείας «Το Ρόδι».

Κατέχει άδεια ασκήσεως επαγγέλματος Ψυχολόγου στην Ελλάδα, έχει πραγματοποιήσει πρακτική στο Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Νίκαιας Πειραιά «Άγιος Παντελεήμων» και στο Κέντρο Ημέρας Alzheimer στο Μαρούσι, ενώ έχει παρουσιάσει ερευνητικές εργασίες σε πανευρωπαϊκά και διεθνή συνέδρια. Εξειδικεύεται στην θεραπεία ενηλίκων και εργάζεται με ευρύ φάσμα συμπτωματολογίας, συμπεριλαμβανομένων αγχωδών διαταραχών, συναισθηματικών διαταραχών, φοβιών και διαταραχών προσωπικότητας. Ως ψυχοθεραπευτής, στόχος του είναι η δημιουργία ενός ασφαλούς περιβάλλοντος με έμφαση στην κατανόηση και την αποδοχή. Για τον ίδιο, η επίτευξη απτών αποτελεσμάτων και εμφανούς αλλαγής αποτελούν χαρακτηριστικά υψίστης σημασίας στην πορεία προς την αυτογνωσία και το ευρύτερο θεραπευτικό ταξίδι.

Toli - Manetou Christina is a Psychologist with a private practice in Alimos. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, she holds a postgraduate degree in school psychology - child psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a postgraduate specialization diploma in Systemic Family Psychotherapy (Family Therapist) from the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of Aeginiteion Hospital. Finally, her practice manages cases encompassing the full spectrum of psychology, with a noteworthy specialization in anxiety disorders, child psychology, and individual psychotherapy.

Η Πυργοπούλου Μάρθα είναι Ψυχολόγος με εκπαίδευση στη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στην Πεύκη Αττικής. Παρέχει υπηρεσίες ψυχολογικής υποστήριξης και συμβουλευτικής. Παρέχονται συνεδρίες δια ζώσης κατόπιν ραντεβού και διαδικτυακά στην ελληνική και αγγλική γλώσσα. Στόχος της θεραπευτικής διαδικασίας είναι το άτομο να εξερευνήσει και να κατανοήσει βαθύτερα τον εαυτό του, και να ενισχύσει την ψυχική του ανθεκτικότητα, φωτίζοντας τα τυφλά του σημεία που μπορεί να δυσκολεύουν, αλλά και τις κρυφές ποιότητες που μένουν ανεκμετάλευτες. Επιπλέον, βλέποντας το άτομο ως μέλος των συστημάτων στα οποία ανήκει, οικογενειακά, επαγγελματικά, κοινωνικά κτλ, εξερευνούμε μαζί το πώς οι αλληλεπιδράσεις σε αυτά τα συστήματα σμιλεύουν τις σκέψεις, τα συναισθήματα, και τις συμπεριφορές, και πώς το ταξίδι της ζωής μπορεί να εμπλουτιστεί και να αξιοποιηθεί. Μαθαίνουμε μαζί πώς να διαχειριζόμαστε όχι μόνο τα δύσκολά συναισθήματα, αλλά και τις χαρές και τα δώρα της ζωής. Υποστήριξη σε: άγχος, αγχώδεις διαταραχές, κρίσεις πανικού, απόκτηση αυτοπεποίθησης και προσωπική ανάπτυξη, συναισθηματική ενδυνάμωση, οικογενειακές δυσκολίες και ζητήματα γονεϊκότητας, σχολικές δυσκολίες και υποστήριξη οικογενειών και εφήβων, υποστήριξη γυναικών σε απαιτητικούς ρόλους, πένθος.

Elena Vrettakou MSc is a Clinical Psychologist, graduate of Panteion University of Athens, and maintains a private practice in Ampelokipoi. Concurrently, she works in programs focused on the development and empowerment of interdisciplinary and supportive structures. She has undergone postgraduate training in Educational Psychology and subsequently specialized in Psychotherapy (MSc) at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Since 2010, she has worked in various mental health and educational settings, providing support to adults, adolescents, children, as well as LGBTQ+ individuals. Furthermore, she actively participates in numerous advanced trainings related to clinical psychopathology, psychoanalytic theory, and practice. In her private practice, she applies a psychodynamic approach, focusing on the unconscious processes governing the psyche and aiming not only at symptom elimination but also at in-depth understanding and care of the self.

Pavlos Karathanos is a licensed Psychologist (License No. 281828/5193) who offers online therapy sessions based in Athens, Greece. He completed his undergraduate studies in Psychology at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and pursued further training in Theoretical Approaches at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, specializing in Music Therapy (therapy through the arts).

In 2011, he provided his services as a Psychologist at the Psychological Support and Telecounseling Helpline of KETHEA, and later worked at the American School of The Hague in the Netherlands, offering one-to-one coaching

He has specialized in issues related to anxiety disorders, emotional regulation difficulties, panic attacks, psychosomatic symptoms, performance anxiety, school-related stress (including university entrance exam anxiety), tics, and the empowerment of LGBTQI+ individuals.

He is in ongoing personal therapy and clinical supervision.

Anagnostou Spyros is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and operates a Private Adult Psychodevelopment Center in Ilioupoli. He completed his studies in Psychology at Glyndwr University and is pursuing a Master's degree in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy at the University of Lancashire (ICPS College). He is dedicated to guiding individuals on the path of self-awareness. The center's mission is based on enhancing personal development and understanding.

Nektarios Oikonomou is a Psychologist with private practice offices in Markopoulo and Porto Rafti. He graduated from the Department of Psychology at UCLAN University (2017-2021) and has enhanced his knowledge with specialized studies at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT, Social Clinical Psychology of Addictions, Sports Psychology, and Counseling and Therapy for Couples and Families), strengthening his ability to approach psychological issues from multiple dimensions.

Professionally, he maintains private practice offices in Markopoulo and Porto Rafti, offering psychotherapy services, addiction treatment, psychological support, and counseling.

He is also active as a sports psychologist with PAO Kalyvia (2024-present), where, combined with his status as a final-year student at the Department of Physical Education and Sport Science (TEFAA), he employs a comprehensive scientific approach that links mental empowerment with physical performance, supporting athletes in enhancing mental resilience and competitive performance.

Additionally, he has collaborated as an addiction counselor at KETHEA DIAVASI (2020-2021). In the field of addictions, he integrates his scientific training with profound experiential understanding of addiction and recovery mechanisms, which enhances empathy and the effectiveness of the therapeutic approach.

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).

Robert Ian Kibet Ouko Babu is a Psychologist and Psychotherapist with private practices in Cholargos and Patissia, Athens. He holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Central Lancashire and a Master’s degree (MSc) in Integrative Psychotherapy and Counselling from the University of East London. He is currently completing his training in Person-Centered and Focusing-Oriented Experiential Psychotherapy at the Hellenic Focusing Center.

He is certified in Emotion Focused Couples Therapy by ICEEFT and the EFT Greek Network, and is also a certified Effective Parent Trainer through Gordon Hellas. In addition, he is currently completing a Master of Science in Global Health and Disaster Management at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.His clinical practice is grounded in the individual needs of each client and serves a diverse range of people. He actively supports diversity and inclusion, fostering a therapeutic environment where clients feel respected, heard, and understood.His therapeutic style is open, collaborative, and paced according to each client’s readiness and goals. He approaches every session with creativity and personal engagement, viewing therapy as a shared and evolving process. With many years of experience in psychotherapy, he follows a holistic approach, integrating multiple therapeutic models and methods to meet each person’s unique needs. He places emphasis not only on thoughts and emotions but also on bodily experience, recognizing the individuality of each client and their life context.

Zavaligkou Artemis is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Volos. She holds a degree in Psychology from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She is pursuing postgraduate training in Systemic Family Psychotherapy. She has completed an e-learning program at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, she actively participates in volunteer activities focused on individuals with disabilities and their families. Finally, she is involved in raising awareness among volunteer bone marrow donors for the "Vision of Hope" Association.

Anastasiadi Marina is a Psychologist with a private practice in Agia Paraskevi. She studied Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a Master's degree (MSc) in Counseling Psychology in Education, Health, and Work, from the Department of Education and Preschool Education of the same institution. She has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at the Institute for Research and Therapy of Behavior and at the Society for Cognitive and Behavioral Studies. Additionally, she has completed training in Parent Schools coordination at the Panhellenic Federation of Parent Groups and training in Clinical Psychopathology at Aiginiteio Hospital of Athens. She has significant, extensive professional experience as a Psychologist, working with adults facing a wide range of daily life challenges, and with children, adolescents, parents, and educators in Primary and Secondary education, in special therapy centers, in a shelter structure for unaccompanied minors, and at a Center for Interdisciplinary Assessment, Counseling & Support (KEDASY). Lastly, she regularly attends specialized training seminars on psychology, counseling, and psychotherapy with the aim of continuous professional development and advancement, focusing on the Third Wave Cognitive Therapies (Compassion Focused Therapy, Mindfulness).

Teisanou Katerina is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist, psychodynamic/psychoanalytic approach, maintaining a private practice in the Panormou area. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete, holds a license to practice as a psychologist, and is currently pursuing postgraduate studies at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, in the postgraduate program "Psychotherapy: Theoretical Frameworks and Clinical Applications." She has worked as a psychologist at the Panagiotis Sakellaropoulos Society of Social Psychiatry, where her professional experience involves working with individuals with severe mental disorders and significant psychosocial difficulties within the framework of Psychosocial Rehabilitation Units, as well as with patients diagnosed with cancer and their relatives in a specialized Day Center for psychological support of cancer patients. Additionally, she is an external collaborator at a psychotherapy center for adults and adolescents. In her private practice, she undertakes individual psychodynamic/psychoanalytic psychotherapy for adults, psychological diagnostic evaluation of adults through Projective Tests upon referral from mental health professionals, and collaborates with a psychiatrist and an individual supervisor.

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.