Health professionals for Panic attacks near Panormou

Vlaxou Thomais is a Psychologist with a private practice in Ambelokipi. She studied Psychology at Glasgow Caledonian University and holds a master's degree in Cognitive Neuroscience from Maastricht University. Subsequently, she trained in Cognitive Therapy at the Hellenic Center for Mental Health and Research. She further expanded her education in Cognitive Analytic Psychotherapy, which she recently completed at the Panhellenic Society of Cognitive Analytic Psychotherapy. Concurrently, she trained in Systemic & Family Psychotherapy at the Laboratory for the Exploration of Human Relations, thereby shaping her psychotherapeutic approach and acquiring deep expertise in her field. She has experience and has volunteered as a Psychologist at the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica. Finally, she specializes in anxiety disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, as well as psychosomatic symptoms.

Sotiropoulou Ifigeneia is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Kolonaki. She holds a degree in Psychology from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and a master's diploma in Counseling Psychology from the University of Athens. She specialized in systemic psychotherapy through the clinical program at the "Logou Psychis" Institute of Education and Research.

She has experience in Parent Counseling as a group coordinator, as well as counseling children and adolescents. She provides individual and group therapy for adults and couples. Additionally, as an adult educator and seminar presenter, she conducts seminars and lectures aimed at raising public awareness on a variety of topics.

Koukopoulos Dimitris is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Ampelokipoi. He holds a degree in Psychology from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and has been trained in Systemic Psychotherapy at the Institute of Systemic Thinking and Psychotherapy. In his private practice, he manages a wide range of cases, always focusing on providing the best possible service tailored to the individual needs of each person.

Dr. Skourtis Theofanis is a Psychiatrist who maintains a private practice in Ilisia. He served as a military physician (1991-2024) and held the position of Deputy Director of the Psychiatric Clinic at the 414th Military Hospital of Penteli. He studied at the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and is a graduate of the Military Officers School of Corps. He attended the Health Application School (1997 – 1998), subsequently serving as a Unit Physician and Director of the Health Station in Kastoria. During his training, he received education at the Pathology & Neurology Clinic of the 424th Military Hospital and Hippocrates General Hospital of Thessaloniki (2001 - 2002), as well as in the Short and Long-Term Hospitalization Department of the 2nd Psychiatric Clinic of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He later served at the Psychiatric Clinic of Aiginiteio Hospital of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (2003 - 2006) in inpatient wards for general psychopathology, alcohol dependence, the Short-Term Hospitalization Department, and the Day Hospital. He also worked at the Vyronas-Kaisariani Community Mental Health Center in the adult service and in the child and adolescent service. Furthermore, he pursued training in Forensic Psychiatry and in the Clinic’s Specialized Outpatient Clinics (Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Unit, Special Cognitive Psychotherapy Outpatient Clinic, and the Special Outpatient Clinic of the Center for the Study of Emotional Disorders). Subsequently, he was transferred to the Arta Health Center (2006 – 2012) as a psychiatrist of the Training Center and served as director of the psychosocial care team for Western Greece, director of the Health Station, member and for one year president of the Exemption Committee of Ioannina. As a private practitioner since 2006, he has managed numerous cases with discretion and the necessary scientific rigor, representing the ideal choice for the excellent approach and management of any related issues that may trouble you or your loved ones.

Maria Xalepli is a Psychologist and Psychotherapist with a private practice in Ampelokipoi. She graduated with honors from the Psychology Department of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She holds a four-year specialization in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for adults (CBT) from the Society of Cognitive Behavioral Studies. Additionally, she has been trained by the same organization in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Children and Adolescents. She has also obtained certification in "School Psychology" from EKKE, University of Patras. She has worked as a psychologist at the Day Center for the Homeless of the Municipality of Athens, providing psychosocial support to vulnerable and at-risk groups. She works in private psychotherapy centers providing psychological support to adults and adolescents. Furthermore, as part of her practicum, she worked as a psychologist at the Counseling Station of the Municipality of Petroupoli, where she addressed therapy requests for both adults and adolescents as well as parental counseling. Finally, in her office, she handles cases involving interpersonal relationships, anxiety disorders, phobias, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder management, and more.

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.

Kyriakoulis Iasonas is a psychoanalytically-oriented psychologist. His primary concern in therapy, beyond models and approaches, is to help individuals who seek his assistance cope with the challenges of their lives, whatever form these may take. Specifically, he aims to help them find their own way to manage, their own answer to the questions they face. This commitment led him to volunteer with the "Synypaksi" network, where he provided psychological support sessions to the indigent for four years. Since graduating from the University of Crete in 2010, his theoretical pursuits guided him to his first postgraduate training in Cognitive Analytic Psychotherapy, and since 2020 he has continued his training in Lacanian psychoanalysis at the Academy of Clinical Studies in Athens. Since 2019, he has maintained a private practice in Ampelokipoi. 

Ο Λεωνίδας Αρμάος (BSc, MSc) είναι Ψυχολόγος-Ψυχοθεραπευτής, με Άδεια Ασκήσεως Επαγγέλματος Ψυχολόγου και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στην Αθήνα, όπισθεν του Χίλτον. Είναι πτυχιούχος (BSc) του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Πανεπιστημίου Κρήτης και αριστούχος διπλωματούχος (MSc) του διετούς Προγράμματος Μεταπτυχιακών Σπουδών «Σχολική Ψυχολογία» του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών (Ε.Κ.Π.Α.).

Εξειδίκευση:

Ειδικεύεται στην Ψυχαναλυτική Ψυχοθεραπεία μέσω του πενταετούς εκπαιδευτικού προγράμματος της Ελληνικής Εταιρείας Ψυχαναλυτικής Ψυχοθεραπείας Ομάδας (Ε.Ε.Ψ.Ψ.Ο.) και παρέχει υπηρεσίες ατομικής και ομαδικής ψυχοθεραπείας ενηλίκων.

Επαγγελματική εμπειρία:

Ως προς την επαγγελματική του εμπειρία, έχει εργαστεί επί μακρόν με παιδιά, εφήβους και ενήλικες, είτε σε επίπεδο ψυχοθεραπείας είτε σε επίπεδο συμβουλευτικής γονέων, τόσο σε ατομικό όσο και σε ομαδικό πλαίσιο.

Κατά τη διάρκεια της στρατιωτικής του θητείας παρείχε τις υπηρεσίες του στο 80^ο Τάγμα Υγειονομικού Εθνοφυλακής Κω και στη Γραμμή Ψυχολογικής Υποστήριξης SOS του Διακλαδικού Κέντρου Ψυχικής Υγείας Ενόπλων Δυνάμεων.

Πρακτική άσκηση & ερευνητικές εργασίες:

Κατά τη διάρκεια της ακαδημαϊκής του πορείας έχει πραγματοποιήσει εκτενή πρακτική άσκηση (άνω των 1.400 ωρών) σε ποικίλα πλαίσια και ειδικότερα στην Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Στρατιωτικού Νοσοκομείου Ειδικών Νοσημάτων (Σ.Ν.Ε.Ν.) 414, στο 1^ο Ειδικό Δημοτικό Σχολείο Κορυδαλλού και στο 1^ο ΚΕ.Δ.Α.Σ.Υ. Γ’ Αθήνας. Επιπλέον, έχει εκπονήσει πτυχιακή ερευνητική εργασία με τίτλο «Κακοποίηση στην παιδική ηλικία: Διερευνώντας τις πολλαπλές επιπτώσεις του τραύματος στην ενήλικη ζωή» και διπλωματική ερευνητική εργασία με τίτλο «Γονική αποδοχή/απόρριψη και κυβερνοεκφοβισμός (cyberbullying/cybervictimization) στην εφηβεία: Ο ρόλος του δεσμού με συνομηλίκους».

Επιμόρφωση/κατάρτιση:

Στο πλαίσιο της συνεχούς επιμόρφωσης και κατάρτισης ειδικεύεται στην Κλινική Ψυχοπαθολογία από την Α' Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Ε.Κ.Π.Α., το Ερευνητικό Πανεπιστημιακό Ινστιτούτο Ψυχικής Υγείας, Νευροεπιστημών και Ιατρικής Ακριβείας (Ε.Π.Ι.Ψ.Υ.) «ΚΩΣΤΑΣ ΣΤΕΦΑΝΗΣ» και την ΑμΚΕ «Προαγωγή της Γνώσης στις Ψυχικές Διαταραχές». Εκτός των άλλων, έχει ειδικευθεί σε διάφορους τομείς, όπως στη Διαταραχή Αυτιστικού Φάσματος από το ΔΙ.ΚΕ.Ψ.Υ. και στη Διαταραχή Ελλειμματικής Προσοχής-Υπερκινητικότητα (ΔΕΠ-Υ) από την Ελληνική Εταιρεία Μελέτης ΔΕΠ-Υ και την Ιατρική Σχολή του Ε.Κ.Π.Α. Παράλληλα, παρίσταται ενεργά σε επιστημονικά συνέδρια και ημερίδες, με στόχο τη διαρκή διάνοιξη των ψυχοθεραπευτικών και πνευματικών του οριζόντων και την εμβάθυνση στην ψυχαναλυτική κατανόηση του ανθρώπινου ψυχισμού.

Κύριος άξονας ψυχοθεραπείας:

Κύριος άξονας της ψυχοθεραπευτικής του εργασίας είναι η εδραίωση ενός πλαισίου ασφάλειας και ειλικρινούς αποδοχής, ώστε θεραπευόμενη/ος και θεραπευτής να θεμελιώσουν σταδιακά τη θεραπευτική σχέση. Mέσω αυτής και ακολουθώντας τον ρυθμό του κάθε ατόμου, εξερευνώνται προοδευτικά οι υπόλοιπες σχέσεις του, αλλά και οι συνειδητές και ασυνείδητες σκέψεις, φαντασιώσεις και προβληματισμοί του, καλλιεργώντας συνεργατικά μία ανθεκτική ψυχική ισορροπία.

Kalymniou Meropi is a Psychologist with a private practice in Ilisia. She studied Psychology and holds a Master's degree in Counseling and Psychotherapy with an emphasis on the Integrative Psychotherapy Model. She has completed her training in Eating Disorders Therapy at E.P.I.P.S.Y in collaboration with the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. In her practice, she works with adolescents and adults, focusing, among other areas, on the treatment and management of phobias, psychosomatic symptoms, depression, and other anxiety and mood disorders.

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.

Matina Batzaki is a Psychologist with a private practice located in Ilisia. She graduated from the University of Crete and holds a master's degree in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry: Integrated Care of Physical and Mental Health from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She is undergoing training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at the Hellenic Society for Behavioral Research. Concurrently, she is pursuing further specialization in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) at the Institute of Behavioral Research and Therapy (IBRT), as well as in the Treatment of Eating Disorders at the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, in collaboration with EPIPSY. She has collaborated with public and private healthcare institutions, including Attikon University General Hospital, Penteli Children's General Hospital, and the Lyrakou Psychiatric Clinic, where she continues to work. Additionally, she is active in research in the field of psychopathology and health, with publications in international scientific journals. She maintains a private practice in Ilisia, where she provides psychotherapeutic services to adults, adolescents, and families, based on the principles of the Cognitive-Behavioral approach and contemporary scientific practice.

Georgios Tzifas MSc is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist specializing in the Integrative Counseling Approach and maintains a private practice in Akadimias. He holds two scientific postgraduate degrees in child psychology and clinical psychology from the University of Central Lancashire (UK). He has a diploma in the Integrative Counseling approach and holds a professional license to practice as a Psychologist. At his private office located at 85 Akadimias Street in central Athens, as well as online, he provides counseling and psychotherapy services to adults, groups, and parents aiming at continuous self-improvement, enhancing self-esteem, managing anxiety and depressive symptoms, and improving interpersonal relationships. As a child psychologist, he has worked in the Municipal Kindergartens of Glyfada. As a Psychologist, he has collaborated with the IASIS AMKE day center, which offers mental health services to individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and postpartum psychoses. Additionally, he has worked with the Hellenic Bipolar Organization, whose mission is to empower bipolar patients and promote emotional mental health. Subsequently, he collaborated with the Association for People with Disabilities “NIKI” – Victor Ardant, whose scientific team provides tailored activities aimed at the psychosocial education of individuals with Intellectual Disabilities, Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Paraplegia, and Psychotic Disorders. He has also gained significant experience from his collaboration with IASIS AMKE, which provides psychosocial support to vulnerable population groups through psychoeducational interventions aligned with the standards of Psychiatric Reform and the World Health Organization. His motivations include contributing to society and ongoing personal and professional development.

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.

Hello! I am Maria, and I come from Montreal, Canada. I am a licensed psychologist with a BA and MA in Psychology, specializing in anxiety, stress management, and relationship dynamics. My approach is compassionate and evidence-based, helping clients build emotional resilience and develop healthier coping strategies. I aim to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore challenges, gain clarity, and work toward meaningful change.

I speak fluent English and Greek.

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.

Karopoulos Konstantinos is a Psychotherapist - Integrative Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Kolonaki. His foundational studies in the field of Psychology were completed at the Metropolitan University of London and the Athens University of Economics and Business. Additionally, he holds a degree in counseling psychology and psychotherapeutic counseling from the Pearson certification body in the UK, as well as a diploma in occupational psychology from TUV Austria. He also has a certification in specialized training in medical psychology from the University of Athens. With the aim of continuous professional development, since 2011 he has been attending specialized seminars in the field of mental health.

En Dynamei – The organization that embraces every aspect of mental health. En Dynamei – Promotion of Mental Health and Education was established to provide comprehensive care to the individual, with a central focus on psychotherapy and counseling. Its interdisciplinary team – psychiatrist, psychologist, social worker, and sociologist – supports each person with consistency and care, covering the full range of needs, from individual and group psychotherapy and counseling for individuals, couples, and families, to social support and psychiatric monitoring. Depending on the request of each individual, the appropriate and specially trained professional from our team will take charge to provide targeted, scientifically valid, and meaningful support. The team stands by children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in need of psychotherapy, counseling, or support during periods of intense stress, depression, psychosomatic issues, or more complex difficulties. Their goal is to offer not only treatment but also a safe and humane environment where one can speak, be heard, and find practical solutions with the help of the appropriate specialist. At En Dynamei, you will find everything you need for your mental health – with a team that listens, understands, and supports you every step of the way.

Mr. Komninos Vasilis is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains his private practice in Ilisia. He holds a BSc(Hons) in Psychology from the Open University of the United Kingdom and a Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling from the University of Brighton. He has been trained in Group Systemic Psychotherapy at the Family Therapy Center and completed his specialization in group therapy at the Relational Group Psychotherapy Institute, under the direction and supervision of Mr. Stavros Charalambidis. He has served as a Psychologist - mental health counselor at The Rock Clinic in Brighton, a Group Therapist at the Family Therapy Center, as well as at ISOΨ. In his private practice, he manages a wide range of cases, always focusing on the best possible service tailored to the individualized needs of each person. Mr. Komninos, within the framework of his lifelong learning, regularly participates in seminars and international conferences and has presented clinical cases at scientific panels related to group and individual psychotherapy. Notable examples include the 1st Symposium on Relational Psychoanalysis and Group Psychotherapy in Athens, Oct/21, the online IARPP Symposium, Jan/22, the 18th Annual IARPP Conference, Los Angeles, USA, Jun/22, and the 21st international IAGP conference, Pescara, Italy, Jul/22. He is a member of the International Association for Relational Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy (IARPP) and a member of the American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA).

Aliki Patera is a child psychologist – psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Ilisia. She has extensive experience in psychological support and psychotherapy for adults, children, and adolescents, as well as in parental counseling. Since 2013, she has been working at the Children and Adolescents Service of the Vyronas – Kaisariani Community Mental Health Center (1st Psychiatric Clinic, Aeginiteio Hospital), where she is a member of the interdisciplinary team engaged in clinical, diagnostic, and research work. She also participates in community prevention and awareness initiatives and educational programs.

She graduated from the Department of Psychology (Faculty of Philosophy, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens) and holds a postgraduate degree in “Mental Health Promotion and Prevention of Psychiatric Disorders” (Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens). She has completed further training in Clinical Psychopathology (annual seminar “Panagiotis Oulis,” 1st Psychiatric Clinic, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens) and has attended a series of specialized seminars and conferences at recognized institutions. Notably, she has deepened her knowledge in areas such as parenting and mental health, psychiatry and gender identity in adolescence, adolescent romantic relationships, as well as anxiety symptoms and impulsive behaviors.

Previously, she worked (2010–2012) in the Adult Short-Term Hospitalization Department of Aeginiteio Hospital, where she provided psychotherapeutic support to hospitalized patients.

She is a member of the Panhellenic Association of Hospital Psychologists and the Hellenic Society of the New Lacanian School, while also participating in the educational program of the Academy of Clinical Studies of Athens (ACSA). Additionally, she teaches and supervises undergraduate and postgraduate psychology students.

In her private practice, she provides psych emotional assessment and psychotherapy, either short-term or long-term, tailored to the individuality and specific needs of each client.