Health professionals for Obesity in the Western suburbs of Athens

Maria Thliverou is a Mental Health Counselor and Psychotherapist, maintaining a private practice in Peristeri. She completed her studies in Counseling at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling. Subsequently, she pursued a postgraduate seminar in learning difficulties and special education issues at the University of Ioannina. Additionally, she attended a postgraduate seminar in the design and coordination of psychoeducational groups at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling and a postgraduate seminar titled “Promotion of Mental Health in Children and Adolescents” at the University of West Attica. She has experience and specializes in self-awareness groups, individual therapy, and parent counseling.

Komninou Eui is a Psychologist, graduate of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with a professional license to practice. She conducts online counseling and psychotherapy sessions with children, adolescents, and adults. She maintains a strong commitment to continuous education and professional development, having attended numerous seminars and specialized training programs. Since 2023, she has gained valuable experience by completing her internship at the Mental Health Center of the Armed Forces. She has engaged in both psychological assessment using psychometric tools and individual and group sessions with children, adolescents, adults, and families, addressing issues such as addiction management, bridging family relationships, couples therapy, parental counseling, self-image improvement, and enhancing self-awareness. Her goal is to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment where authentic connection and meaningful psychological support are cultivated with respect for the uniqueness of each individual, through an approach grounded in empathy and acceptance. She invests in creating a trusting space where the individual can freely express themselves without fear of judgment. In this context, particular emphasis is placed on psychological safety, confidentiality, and a consistent therapeutic relationship, taking into account the needs, experiences, and uniqueness of each person.

Συνδυάζοντας την επιστημονική ακρίβεια με τη βαθιά ανθρώπινη προσέγγιση και αξιοποιώντας δημιουργικά τις αρχές διαφορετικών ψυχοθεραπευτικών σχολών, το Hoperapia αποτελεί ένα πρότυπο και καινοτόμο διεπιστημονικό κέντρο ψυχοθεραπείας ενηλίκων.

Κάθε θεραπευόμενος επιλέγει τη μέθοδο ψυχοθεραπείας που ανταποκρίνεται καλύτερα στις προσωπικές του ανάγκες και στόχους, ενώ μέσα από τακτικές ομαδικές εποπτείες και κλινικές συναντήσεις, οι θεραπευτές συνεργάζονται και εμπλουτίζουν τη θεραπευτική διαδικασία με πολλαπλές θεωρητικές οπτικές.

Το κέντρο στεγάζεται στην καρδιά του Πειραιά, σε έναν σύγχρονο και προσεγμένο χώρο που έχει σχεδιαστεί για να προσφέρει αίσθηση ηρεμίας, ιδιωτικότητας και εσωτερικής γαλήνης. Το φυσικό φως, η ισορροπημένη αισθητική και οι απαλές αποχρώσεις δημιουργούν μια ατμόσφαιρα που ενισχύει τη θεραπευτική σχέση και καλλιεργεί εμπιστοσύνη, ασφάλεια και σύνδεση.

Η Ομάδα του Κέντρου Ψυχοθεραπείας Ενηλίκων Hoperapia:

Μάνια Κούρου, BSc, MSc(c)

Η Μάνια Κούρου είναι Κλινική Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, απόφοιτη του Αριστοτελείου Πανεπιστημίου Θεσσαλονίκης με βαθμό «Άριστα» (9,03/10) και παρακολουθεί το Μεταπτυχιακό Πρόγραμμα «Έγκαιρη Παρέμβαση στην Ψύχωση» της Ιατρικής Σχολής του ΕΚΠΑ.

Ειδικεύεται στη Γνωσιακή-Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία (CBT) μέσω του πιστοποιημένου από την European Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies (EABCT) τετραετούς Εκπαιδευτικού Προγράμματος «Ιωάννης Παπακώστας» της Ελληνικής Εταιρείας Γνωσιακών Ψυχοθεραπειών, σε συνεργασία με το Ερευνητικό Πανεπιστημιακό Ινστιτούτο Ψυχικής Υγείας (Ε.Π.Ι.Ψ.Υ.), καθώς και την Α’ και Β’ Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του ΕΚΠΑ.

Έχει ολοκληρώσει τα Μετεκπαιδευτικά Σεμινάρια Κλινικής Ψυχοπαθολογίας και Κλινικών Δεξιοτήτων στην Ψυχοπαθολογία “Παναγιώτης Ουλής” του Ε.Π.Ι.Ψ.Υ., ενώ έχει πραγματοποιήσει τριετή κλινική άσκηση στο Νοσοκομείο Ημέρας της Α’ Ψυχιατρικής Κλινικής του ΕΚΠΑ, όπου συντόνισε ομάδες ψυχοεκπαίδευσης ασθενών στο φάσμα της ψύχωσης.

Παράλληλα, έχει ολοκληρώσει ετήσια κλινική άσκηση στα Εξωτερικά Ιατρεία του Αιγινητείου Νοσοκομείου και έχει συνεργαστεί εθελοντικά με το Κέντρο Ψυχικής Υγείας του Ε.Π.Ι.Ψ.Υ., την Ελληνική Εταιρεία για τη Σκλήρυνση Κατά Πλάκας και το Ψυχιατρικό Νοσοκομείο Θεσσαλονίκης, συμμετέχοντας σε ατομικές και ομαδικές θεραπευτικές διαδικασίες.

Συμμετέχει ενεργά σε ερευνητικό έργο του Αιγινητείου Νοσοκομείου που αφορά τη στάθμιση νευροψυχολογικής δοκιμασίας στον ελληνικό πληθυσμό και συνεχίζει να επιμορφώνεται μέσα από σεμινάρια, συνέδρια και προγράμματα κλινικής εξειδίκευσης.

Εφαρμόζει τεχνικές Γνωσιακής Συμπεριφορικής Θεραπείας (CBT) και αναλαμβάνει περιστατικά που αφορούν αγχώδεις και καταθλιπτικές διαταραχές, κρίσεις πανικού, φοβίες, ιδεοψυχαναγκαστική διαταραχή και ψυχοσωματικά συμπτώματα, παρέχοντας θεραπευτική υποστήριξη με σεβασμό, ενσυναίσθηση και επιστημονική συνέπεια.

Ειρήνη Εξεζίδου Δούμου, BSc, MSc(c)

Η Ειρήνη Ε. Δούμου είναι Κλινική Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, απόφοιτη του Πανεπιστημίου Ιωαννίνων με βαθμό 8,1/10 και παρακολουθεί το Μεταπτυχιακό Πρόγραμμα «Κοινωνικές Επιστήμες και Ανθρωπιστικές Σπουδές στην Εκπαίδευση» του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών (ΕΚΠΑ).

Ειδικεύεται στη Συστημική Προσέγγιση Ψυχοθεραπείας (Systemic Therapy) μέσω του πιστοποιημένου από τον Ευρωπαϊκό Σύνδεσμο Οικογενειακών Θεραπευτών (EFTA) και την Ευρωπαϊκή Ένωση Ψυχοθεραπευτών (EAP) τετραετούς Προγράμματος Συστημικής Θεραπείας και Συμβουλευτικής Ατόμων, Οικογενειών, Ζευγαριών, Ομάδων και Συστημικής – Θεσμικής – Κοινωνικής Παρέμβασης “Εντροπία”.

Έχει ολοκληρώσει Μετεκπαίδευση Εξειδίκευσης Θεραπευτών στη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία Παιδιών και Εφήβων και στη Συμβουλευτική Γονέων (Εντροπία), καθώς και επιμορφώσεις από τον Διεθνή Οργανισμό Μετανάστευσης (IOM) σχετικά με την Εμπορία Ανθρώπων και την Πρόληψη της Σεξουαλικής Εκμετάλλευσης και Κακοποίησης. Έχει, επίσης, παρακολουθήσει εξειδικευμένο σεμινάριο στην Ψυχοθεραπεία ΛΟΑΤΚΙ+.

Κατά την επαγγελματική της πορεία έχει εργαστεί σε Μονάδα Ψυχοκοινωνικής Αποκατάστασης (οικοτροφείο χρόνιων ψυχιατρικών ασθενών), σε Δομή Προσωρινής Φιλοξενίας Προσφύγων της Ύπατης Αρμοστείας του ΟΗΕ και σε Κέντρο Ειδικών Θεραπειών, ενώ έχει συμμετάσχει και σε πρόγραμμα εθελοντικής άσκησης του Παρατηρητηρίου για τα Δικαιώματα στο χώρο της Ψυχικής Υγείας.

Πραγματοποιεί ατομικές και οικογενειακές συνεδρίες ψυχοθεραπείας και συμβουλευτικής γονέων, εφαρμόζοντας μια ολιστική και συνεργατική προσέγγιση που εστιάζει στις σχέσεις, τα ανθρώπινα συστήματα και τη δυναμική της αλλαγής. Διαθέτει εμπειρία στη διαχείριση οικογενειακών και συντροφικών δυσκολιών, ψυχοσωματικών διαταραχών και συναισθηματικών θεμάτων όπως κατάθλιψη, πένθος, χαμηλή αυτοεκτίμηση, στοχοθεσία και αυτογνωσία, ενώ υποστηρίζει και εφήβους που αντιμετωπίζουν προκλήσεις κατά τη μεταβατική αυτή περίοδο της ζωής τους. Προσεγγίζει κάθε θεραπευόμενο με σεβασμό, ενσυναίσθηση και αυθεντικότητα, δημιουργώντας ένα ασφαλές πλαίσιο προσωπικής εξέλιξης και ενδυνάμωσης.

Ειρήνη Δημοπούλου, BSc, MSc

Η Ειρήνη Δημοπούλου είναι Κλινική Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών (ΕΚΠΑ) με βαθμό 8,28/10 και κάτοχος Μεταπτυχιακού Τίτλου με έπαινο (cum laude) στην Κλινική Ψυχολογία από το Πανεπιστήμιο της Ουτρέχτης (Utrecht University) στην Ολλανδία.

Ειδικεύεται στην Ψυχοδυναμική και Ψυχαναλυτική Προσέγγιση Ψυχοθεραπείας (Psychodynamic and Psychoanalytic Therapy) μέσω του Ευρωπαϊκού Ινστιτούτου Συμβουλευτικής & Ψυχοθεραπείας (European Institute of Counselling and Psychotherapy – EICP).

Έχει ολοκληρώσει το Εισαγωγικό Σεμινάριο Ψυχανάλυσης του Ινστιτούτου Κλασικής Ψυχανάλυσης, καθώς και πιστοποιημένα προγράμματα επιμόρφωσης στη Νοητική Ενδυνάμωση, τις Πρώτες Βοήθειες Ψυχικής Υγείας και στο Πρόγραμμα Προσωπικής Ανάπτυξης “Συλλογικό Ευ Ζην” (Ε.Π.Ι.Ψ.Υ.).

Κατά την επαγγελματική της πορεία έχει συνεργαστεί με φορείς ψυχικής υγείας και κοινωφελείς οργανισμούς, παρέχοντας ψυχολογική υποστήριξη και ενδυνάμωση σε άτομα με χρόνιες ψυχικές δυσκολίες και σε ευάλωτες κοινωνικές ομάδες, δίνοντας έμφαση στη συνέπεια, την εμπιστοσύνη και την ενσυναίσθηση ως βασικά στοιχεία της θεραπευτικής σχέσης.

Συμμετέχει ενεργά σε ερευνητικά προγράμματα του Κλινικού Εργαστηρίου του ΕΚΠΑ και του Πανεπιστημίου της Ουτρέχτης, που μελετούν τις ψυχικές διεργασίες και τους μηχανισμούς συναισθηματικής ρύθμισης σε διαφορετικά πολιτισμικά πλαίσια.

Πραγματοποιεί συνεδρίες με ενήλικες που αντιμετωπίζουν συναισθηματικές δυσκολίες, αγχώδεις και καταθλιπτικές διαταραχές, χαμηλή αυτοεκτίμηση, δυσκολίες στις σχέσεις, πένθος ή τραυματικές εμπειρίες, προσφέροντας έναν ασφαλή και σταθερό θεραπευτικό χώρο για εξερεύνηση και ουσιαστική προσωπική ανάπτυξη. Η θεραπευτική της εργασία βασίζεται στη ψυχοδυναμική κατανόηση των εσωτερικών διεργασιών και των ασυνείδητων συγκρούσεων που επηρεάζουν τον τρόπο με τον οποίο το άτομο σκέφτεται, νιώθει και σχετίζεται με τους άλλους. Προσεγγίζει κάθε θεραπευόμενο με ενσυναίσθηση, αυθεντικότητα και σεβασμό, ενθαρρύνοντάς τον να κατανοήσει βαθύτερα τον εαυτό του και να κινηθεί προς μια πιο ελεύθερη και ισορροπημένη ψυχική ζωή.

Αρναουτάκη Εριέττα Χριστίνα, BSc, MSc, PhDc - Ιδρύτρια & Επιστημονικά Υπεύθυνη του Κέντρου

Το Hoperapia ιδρύθηκε από την Αρναουτάκη Εριέττα Χριστίνα, BSc, MSc, PhDc, Κλινική Ψυχολόγο – Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια. Ως Επιστημονικά Υπεύθυνη, η κυρία Αρναουτάκη επιμελείται τη συνολική λειτουργία του κέντρου, συντονίζοντας τις τακτικές εποπτείες και την επιστημονική καθοδήγηση της θεραπευτικής ομάδας.

Με πολυετή εμπειρία στην ψυχοθεραπευτική πράξη και ακαδημαϊκή δραστηριότητα στον χώρο της Κλινικής Ψυχολογίας, διασφαλίζει την ποιότητα, τη συνέπεια και την επιστημονική εγκυρότητα όλων των παρεχόμενων υπηρεσιών. Υποστηρίζει ενεργά τη διεπιστημονική συνεργασία και την ανταλλαγή γνώσης μεταξύ των διαφορετικών θεραπευτικών προσεγγίσεων, ώστε κάθε θεραπευόμενος να επωφελείται από μια ολιστική, σύγχρονη και βαθιά ανθρώπινη φροντίδα.

Vlaxou Evita is a Dietitian - Nutritionist who maintains a private practice in Peristeri. She holds a degree from the Department of Nutrition Science and Dietetics at Harokopio University and completed an internship at the General Children’s Hospital "Agia Sofia" during her studies. She has conducted awareness campaigns and delivered lectures on nutrition for the elderly at all K.E.F.I. centers in the Municipality of Peristeri, as well as on nutrition in infancy, childhood, and adolescence through various presentations and interactive talks at private and public kindergartens and schools in Western Attica. She manages daily cases involving obesity, pregnancy, lactation, pediatric and adolescent nutrition, nephropathy, gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes, obesity, dyslipidemia, and cardiovascular diseases. Her objective is not only weight loss but achieving a healthy weight with long-term maintenance of results alongside multiple benefits for the body, ultimately aiming for good health. With a commitment to knowledge and continuous education, she participates in pan-European and national conferences and symposiums related to her field.

Kyriaki Sapalidou is a physician specialized in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with extensive experience in the treatment of patients with musculoskeletal, rheumatological, neurological conditions, and chronic pain. She graduated from the Medical School of the University of Ioannina and is a member of the Hellenic Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (EEFIAP) and the European Board of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, recognized by the UEMS (Union Européenne des Médecins Spécialistes).

She has been practicing as a physiatrist since 2003 as an independent professional at her private clinic in Peristeri, where she is the scientific head of the physiotherapy department. Additionally, she practices medical acupuncture, having been trained and certified by the International Acupuncture Medical Association (ICMART).

She has served as the scientific director of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation department in major private healthcare facilities, such as Metropolitan General and the "Lefkos Stavros" Clinic, while also gaining valuable experience in the public sector with training at prominent hospitals including the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos" - Polyclinic, the General Hospital of Attica "Sismanogleio," and the General Hospital of Attica KAT.

As part of her continuous professional development, she has attended over 30 educational seminars and training programs in Greece and abroad, and has published multiple scientific studies, actively contributing to research and the scientific community in her field.

Karypidis Konstantinos is a Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Petroupoli. He has been trained in Integrative Counseling and Psychotherapy and holds an Advance Diploma in Counselling & Psychology from the I.C. Institute in Los Angeles. He was awarded the Patient Preference Award by his patients on doctoranytime, who ranked him among the top preferred professionals on the platform. For over 20 years, he has collaborated with executives and employees worldwide, helping them to derive greater satisfaction from their lives and work. His contribution was recognized in 2022 when the international organization Thinkers 360 ranked him among the top 50 global thought leaders in Change Management. He specializes in interpersonal relationships, stress management, anger management, and panic attack management.

Papadopoulos Dimitrios is an Anesthesiologist - Acupuncturist and maintains a Private Pain Clinic in Acharnes. He graduated from the Medical School of Varna and specialized in Anesthesiology at the "Konstantopouleio" General Hospital (Agia Olga). He trained at the Pain & Palliative Care Clinic at the General Oncology Hospital “Agioi Anargyroi” and holds a Certificate of Attendance from Continuing Education Seminars in Algology (SEΑ). He holds an Acupuncture Diploma from the International Postgraduate Acupuncture Center AcuScience (2009 - 2011). He has served as an Anesthesiologist at the UHB Trust in the United Kingdom and as an Assistant Consultant Anesthesiologist B’ at the General Hospital of Samos. As part of his continuous professional development, he participates in numerous conferences and seminars in Regional Anaesthesia and Pain Management in Greece and abroad, as well as in Auricular Acupuncture - Auricular Neuromodulation with Prof. Bazzoni.

Oikonomou Nansy is a Specialist Pathologist and maintains private practices in Peristeri and Neo Psychiko, where she provides high-quality medical care. She has many years of experience and specialization in the field of pathology. She completed her specialty at the General Hospital of Attica "Sismanoglio," has served as a collaborator in the Oncology Clinic at the private clinic 'Iaso,' as well as in the Oncology Clinic of 'Hygeia' Hospital, managing a wide range of medical issues such as the nutrition of oncology patients. Additionally, she has served as a scientific collaborator in the Psychiatric Clinic "Panagia I Grigorousa," handling the management of pathological problems of psychiatric patients. Committed to the quality of healthcare, she is a reliable choice for those seeking meticulous medical care, including home care services, as she also undertakes home hospitalization cases upon request.

Kanellou Paraskeui is a Dietitian - Nutritionist and operates a private practice in Peristeri. She graduated from the Department of Dietetics - Nutrition at Harokopio University of Athens and holds a postgraduate degree from the Nursing Department, specializing in Public Health at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, she holds a postgraduate degree in "Clinical Ergospirrometry, Exercise, and Rehabilitation" from the Medical School of the same university. She possesses extensive professional experience and has participated in numerous conferences and seminars. Finally, Ms. Kanellou is a member of the Panhellenic Association of Dietitians - Nutritionists and the Union of Dietitians - Nutritionists of Greece.

Dr Panagiotidis Ioannis is a Pathologist who maintains a private practice in Nikaia. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and subsequently specialized in Pathology at the therapeutic clinic of the University of Athens, at the General Hospital of Athens "Alexandra". Finally, the doctor collaborates with Cosmoclinic and in his private practice offers a wide range of services, tailored to the needs of each patient.

Nikolidaki Konstantina is a Psychologist with a private practice in Haidari. She studied psychology at Manchester Metropolitan University in the United Kingdom and completed the postgraduate program 'MSc in Drugs Addiction' at Liverpool John Moores University, specializing in addiction therapy. Upon returning to Greece, she completed a postgraduate specialization program in Cognitive Analytic Psychotherapy. Additionally, she has attended various specialized training seminars and continuing education programs in family therapy, group analysis, and psychodrama at the Open Psychotherapeutic Center. She trained in couples therapy and sexual disorders at City University of Seattle, while also participating in experiential training for grief management with Dr. Jane Simington. She is a certified trainer-coordinator of Parent Schools with the Panhellenic Association of Parent Schools. Furthermore, she trained in trauma therapy and post-traumatic stress disorder at the Gestalt Institute of San Francisco. Throughout her career, she has worked as a counselor in the syringe exchange program at Lifeline Manchester’s harm reduction and drug and alcohol treatment center, as well as a psychotherapist and coordinator of psychotherapeutic groups and family groups at the Lyrakou Psychotherapeutic Clinic. Finally, she is a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society and the British Psychological Society.

Dr. Zaxaki Aglaia is an Endocrinologist and Diabetologist maintaining a private practice in Peristeri. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and is a PhD candidate at the same institution's Medical School. Dr. Zaxaki specialized in Endocrinology, Metabolic Diseases, and Diabetes Mellitus at the Endocrinology Department of the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas." Additionally, she has served as a collaborator and instructor in Higher Education (TEI) Athens and at various public IEK institutions, where she taught courses related to medical science. Furthermore, she attended the Clinic for Endocrine Disorders and Diabetes Mellitus in Pregnancy at the Endocrinology Department of the University General Hospital - Maternity "Elena Venizelou." She also participated in the Menopause Clinic at the 2nd Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens at "Aretaieio" Hospital. Moreover, Dr. Zaxaki holds a license from the Ministry of Health to perform thyroid ultrasound and ultrasound examinations of the organs within her specialty. Finally, she has numerous original research publications in internationally recognized medical journals, oral and written presentations at Greek and international conferences, as well as extensive research experience.

Tzeremes Andreas is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and conducts online and face-to-face sessions in Haidari, Attica. He holds a BSc in Psychology with Counselling from the University of Bradford and a master's degree, MSc in Clinical Skills based on Integrative Psychotherapy, from Manchester Metropolitan University. Concurrently, he continues his training at the Institute of Relational and Group Psychotherapy (ISOPS) in the Clinical Skills program based on Relational Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (PgDip). Professionally, he is active in individual and online sessions, collaborates with the Center for Counselling and Psychotherapy "Psychoplefsi" and the Model Center for Integrative Therapy "The Tree of Therapy", and has participated in numerous scientific conferences and seminars both in Greece and abroad. His interest focuses on the dynamics of the therapeutic relationship, the importance of reciprocity, and the reflective exploration of the self within the therapeutic framework.

Miari Panagiota BSc, MSc is a Dietitian - Nutritionist with a private practice in Peristeri. She holds a degree from the School of Nutrition and Dietetics at the Technological Educational Institute of Crete and a master's degree specialized in "Nutrition and Exercise" from Harokopio University of Athens, graduating with honors. Additionally, she has expertise in eating disorders and holds a diploma in Iridology. In her private practice, she provides applied nutritional education programs and support for physiological and pathological conditions, such as weight loss or gain, pregnancy, athlete nutrition, childhood obesity, chronic diseases, and eating disorders. Furthermore, she has been involved in public education through television and WEBTV on various channels, maintaining a regular presence on zoygla.gr, Channel 9, the show "Athens Nip Tuck," and channel E. She has participated in the European Study of the Childhood Obesity Surveillance Initiative (COSI) program of the World Health Organization for childhood obesity, which was undertaken to be represented in Greece by the Hellenic Medical Society for Obesity in collaboration with the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics of the Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki. Finally, she has written and continues to write articles for magazines, newspapers, and scientific health websites, attended numerous seminars concerning the nutrition of children and adults, and has delivered educational lectures to sports clubs, schools, and on television.

Zisiadis Dimitris MD, MSc, PhDc, is a General Surgeon and Director of the Surgical Clinic at the Medical Center of Athens - Psychiko, with private practices in Kifisia, Agios Dimitrios, Ilion, and Psychiko. He is a PhD candidate at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a master's degree in Bioethics from the Medical School of Democritus University of Thrace. Additionally, it is worth mentioning his specialization in Laparoscopic Surgery from the University of Strasbourg in France, Minimally Invasive surgery for inguinal hernia repair at IRCAD, and training in robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery. He has participated in thousands of surgeries for critically ill patients during his surgical practice in the public sector, as well as numerous advanced surgical reconstructions abroad, with a strong commitment to implementing these techniques in Greece. He has served as a collaborating Surgeon in numerous private centers in Greece, Italy, and the UK (London), participating in a wide range of general, laparoscopic, and robotic surgical procedures. He employs the most modern equipment and state-of-the-art techniques worldwide. He has also been trained in the repair of inguinal hernia, hydrocele, and ventral hernia using double mesh and local anesthesia. Finally, he has actively participated in numerous surgical conferences in Greece and courses organized by the Hellenic Surgical Society.

Pasxalidis Theodoros is a Clinical Psychologist specializing in anxiety, panic attacks, and overthinking, as well as learning and school-related difficulties. He assists individuals experiencing continuous stress, pressure, or difficulty calming their minds to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and acquire practical tools for daily life. Additionally, he supports cases involving low self-esteem, interpersonal relationship challenges, professional stress, and school-related issues, approaching each person with respect and aiming for meaningful change. Acknowledging that one is not invincible or omnipotent and taking the step to speak with a psychologist is not a sign of weakness but an act of strength and honesty towards oneself.

Mantikas Nikolaos is a Dietitian - Nutritionist and maintains a private practice in Piraeus. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Queen Margaret University of Edinburgh and a Master's degree from the University of Kentucky, USA. He has observed and managed a large number of clinical nutritional cases, completing his practical training at the General Hospital of Attica KAT and the Attikon University General Hospital. In 2017, he became a member of the Health and Care Professions Council (UK), one of the largest health professional bodies worldwide, and since 2018 he has also been a member of the British Dietetic Association. To date, he is an external collaborator of the model gynecological and obstetric care clinic "maternacare" and the specialized lithiasis center "Athens Stone Clinic." Additionally, he regularly publishes articles in electronic and print media aimed at improving nutritional behavior and participates as a collaborator of Nutrimed in television and radio programs. He also frequently speaks at various conferences and seminars organized by associations and scientific bodies. Finally, he implements a comprehensive and innovative behavioral modification and weight control program, Nutrimed, for the treatment of obesity and offers other services such as management of clinical cases and diseases, sports nutrition, nutrition during pregnancy and lactation, child and adolescent nutrition, elderly nutrition, segmental body composition analysis with a modern body fat analyzer, health risk assessment using the specialized Soma software, basal metabolic rate measurement, and many others.

Nikoleta Ortoulidou is a psychodynamic and IFS-informed psychotherapist.

She completed her studies in Counseling Psychology and immediately afterwards trained in addiction counseling with a CBT approach. She gained significant experience through therapeutic work both individually and in groups, having volunteered her services in addiction treatment centers in Thessaloniki and Athens, working with individuals facing addictive behaviors and psychosocial difficulties. Additionally, she has provided her services as a volunteer psychotherapist at the Child Protection Unit "Eliza" at Attikon University Hospital, supporting children, adolescents, and their families.

In recent years, she has been working privately with adults, focusing on trauma. Simultaneously, she continues her training in the Depth Analytical Psychology of Carl Jung at KPS, and consistently receives individual supervision, integrating contemporary approaches such as Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Compassionate Inquiry (Gabor Maté). IFS offers a different perspective on how to approach people and trauma. She is a psychology student and has been trained in IFS while also participating in group supervision in this approach.

The trainings she has completed enable her to use the approach that best suits each individual.

Her therapeutic stance is characterized by empathy, respect, and authentic presence. The goal is to create a safe therapeutic environment where the individual can gain deeper self-understanding, connect with their emotions, and process experiences that continue to affect them in the present.

Aggelopoulou Tzeni & Associates are Dietitian - Nutritionists specializing in Eating Disorders and maintain private offices in Alimos, Piraeus, and Galatsi. She is a graduate of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at the Alexander Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki and completed her internship at the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko". The Dietetic office provides high-level monitoring and management services for eating disorders and excess body weight. Specifically, it offers services for the development of personalized dietary plans for the treatment of obesity as well as pathological conditions such as high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, endocrine disorders (thyroid, polycystic ovary syndrome), gastrointestinal and renal diseases. Additionally, it provides nutritional support for individuals with special needs such as pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, elderly individuals, athletes, and children. Finally, specialized assessments are offered, including body fat measurement, body composition analysis, and basal metabolic rate measurement.