Health professionals for Obsessive–compulsive disorder-OCD near Vironas

Makris Vasileios is a Military Physician-Psychiatrist and maintains a private practice in Ilisia. He graduated from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and specialized in the Psychiatric Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens 'Evangelismos.' He serves as a consultant in the Psychiatric Clinic of the Naval Hospital of Athens. He has attended postgraduate seminars covering a broad range of topics, including the two-year program 'Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety Disorders' at EPIPSY. Appointments are available by prior arrangement, with the option for home visits.

Dionysios Siafakas is a Psychology graduate from Neapolis University and holds a master's degree in "The Science of Stress & Health Promotion" from the Medical School of NKUA. He has extensive clinical experience through his collaboration with mental health organizations such as the child psychiatry department of the "Karamanadaneio" hospital, the "H Pammakaristos" foundation, and structures of the "Hellenic Red Cross." He specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, behavioral disorders, and stress management, applying modern cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.

Yro Stamou is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist specializing in psychoanalytic orientation. She practices privately in the Ilisia area while also serving as a scientific collaborator at the "Therapis General" hospital. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences and holds professional license number 7447/1998. Additionally, she is a candidate group psychotherapist at the S.H. Foulkes Institute of Group Analysis. She provides individual and group psychotherapy services for adults, focusing on establishing a stable and authentic therapeutic relationship. With respect for the uniqueness of each individual and their personal psychological journey, she addresses a wide range of difficulties such as anxiety, depression, dysfunctions in interpersonal relationships, and psychological pain that is often difficult to express verbally.

Maria Kyriakidi is a Psychologist MSc, licensed to practice and a certified Psychotherapist in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, primarily operating in central Athens. Her first degree was in the Department of History and Philosophy of Science at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Utilizing interdisciplinary thinking to understand human behavior and learning, she realized her interest focuses on the ways people perceive, feel, learn, and interact. This pursuit led her to dedicate herself to studies in the field of Psychology. She graduated with honors from the University of East London and completed the Master's Program in "Mental Health of Children and Adolescents" at the European University of Cyprus. She has completed an internship at the Pediatric Medical Center of Pallini at Sismanogleio General Hospital of Athens and volunteered at the Shelter for Unaccompanied Minor Refugees "Estia" of the NGO Apostoli. She has undergone further training in the Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapeutic approach at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling (K.E.PSY.SY.) working with adults, children, and adolescents. Additionally, she has completed basic training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) from the Society of Cognitive Behavioral Studies (EGSS). She maintains a private practice in the Ilisia area of Athens, providing psychological support, psychotherapy, and counseling individually to adults, children, and adolescents both in-person and remotely, depending on the availability of the client. Since November 2025, she has been a psychologist at the 2nd KEDASY B' Athens, conducting assessment and support for students.

Grapsa Vasiliki MSc is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in the Zografou area. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences and a Master's degree (MSc) in Addiction Treatment - Addictology from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, she has been trained in EMDR Trauma Therapy by TACT Hellas, in the use and interpretation of the MMPI-2 Psychometric Tool by ISON Psychometrica, and is currently attending a postgraduate program in Cognitive Psychotherapy at the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of the University of Athens and the Research University Institute of Mental Health E.P.I.P.S.Y. She completed her clinical internship as a Psychologist at the Psychiatric Clinic of the 414 Military Hospital of Special Diseases and has been working as a Psychologist at ISON Psychometrica since 2023. Finally, with the aim of continuous professional development, she has participated in numerous conferences.

Η Παγάνη Ιωάννα είναι Ψυχολόγος - Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια. Είναι απόφοιτη του τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών, με άδεια άσκησης επαγγέλματος Ψυχολόγου. Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία και Συμβουλευτική στο Κέντρο Συστημικής Μελέτης και Θεραπείας (Κε.Σ.Με.Θ.), το οποίο είναι μέλος της Ευρωπαϊκής Εταιρείας Οικογενειακής Θεραπείας (European Family Therapy Association - E.F.T.A.) και της Εθνικής Εταιρείας Ψυχοθεραπείας Ελλάδος (Ε.Ε.Ψ.Ε.). Στο τετραετές αυτό εκπαιδευτικό πρόγραμμα παρακολούθησε 1.410 ώρες εκπαίδευσης κλινικών εικόνων, συμμετείχε σε συνεδρίες ψυχοθεραπείας στα πλαίσια πρακτικής άσκησης, καθώς και σε ομαδικές και ατομικές εποπτείες. Το έτος 2025-2026 παρακολουθεί ποικίλα ετήσια εκπαιδευτικά προγράμματα, όπως «Συστημική Σεξολογία και Σεξοθεραπεία Ζευγαριών και Ατόμων» (Κε.Σ.Με.Θ.), «Εφηβεία: Εξερευνώντας Όρια, Σχέσεις και Ταυτότητες» (Κε.Σ.Με.Θ.) και «Σεξουαλική Διαπαιδαγώγηση Παιδιών και Εφήβων» (Ε.Κ.Π.Α.). Το 2023 συμμετείχε στην υβριδική επιστημονική διημερίδα «Ταυτότητες, κοινωνικό γίγνεσθαι και κλινική πράξη» της Συστημικής Εταιρείας Βορείου Ελλάδος (Σ.Ε.Β.Ε.) με βιωματικό εργαστήριο που είχε τον τίτλο «Πολυφωνία της Αμφισβήτησης». Εργάζεται ως ελεύθερος επαγγελματίας στον Πειραιά, διά ζώσης και διαδικτυακά, συναντώντας αιτήματα, όπως άγχος-αγχώδεις διαταραχές, ιδεοψυχαναγκαστική/καταναγκαστική διαταραχή, κατάθλιψη, πένθος, διατροφικές διαταραχές, θεραπεία ζεύγους, τραύμα, ψυχοσωματικά συμπτώματα, αναζήτηση ταυτότητας, επαγγελματικός προσανατολισμός, δυσκολίες στις σχέσεις. Η επαγγελματική της εμπειρία βασίζεται στην ψυχοθεραπευτική στήριξη εφήβων και ενηλίκων, καθώς και στην καθημερινή παρέμβαση σε παιδιά μέσα από εξειδικευμένες δομές. Στο Κε.Σ.Με.Θ. βρίσκεται δίπλα σε εκπαιδευόμενους ψυχοθεραπευτές ως συνθεραπεύτρια και συντονίστρια πρακτικής άσκησης σε συνεδρίες ενηλίκων. Στο ΕΛΛΟΓΟΝ προσφέρει ψυχολογική φροντίδα και αξιολόγηση σε παιδιά και εφήβους, καθώς και συμβουλευτική σε γονείς. Στο Therapy Nest της Dr. Άννας Κανδαράκη εργάστηκε θεραπευτικά με εφήβους και ενήλικες, ενώ μέσω των συνεργασιών της με ARBO, ΝΕΥΜΑ και ΑΛΜΑ έχει υποστηρίξει παιδιά με τυπική ή μη τυπική ανάπτυξη σε περιβάλλοντα ψυχικής ενδυνάμωσης, κοινωνικοποίησης, ένταξης και δημιουργικής απασχόλησης.

Karagianni Marieui is a Psychologist who conducts both in-person and online sessions. She holds a professional practice license. She is a graduate of Psychology from Panteion University and holds a master's degree in "Applied Cognitive and Developmental Psychology." She has extensive experience in psychotherapy for adults, children, and adolescents, as well as in parent counseling. She has collaborated with private practices such as the initiatives Trust Your Therapist and Mind Your Emotion, as well as the Child, Adolescent, and Adult Support Center – Voutzis & Co. Additionally, she has been trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Adults by the Society of Cognitive Behavioral Studies. In the past, she has provided her services to organizations such as the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos," the Psychosocial Support Line 10306, and the Speech Processing Institute, and she has also been involved in preparing candidates for transfer exams in Psychology. She is distinguished by her scientific expertise, reliability, and respect for the needs of each patient.

Papanikolaou Natalia is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Ilisia. She holds a professional license with protocol number 1771 / 20-02-2019. She is a graduate of the Psychology Department of Panteion University and an honors graduate of a postgraduate diploma from the Medical Department of Athens, as well as a second postgraduate diploma from the Pedagogical Department of Athens, where she was admitted with a full scholarship. She has completed a four-year specialization program in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at the Society of Cognitive and Behavioral Studies (EISS), certified by the EABCT. Additionally, she has been trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and has completed a training program in Clinical Psychopathology within the framework of the program at the First Psychiatric Clinic of the University of Athens. Furthermore, she has received certification for the Ariston Test – a career orientation tool. Her special interests include anxiety and depressive disorders, relationship counseling, self-image, and personality disorders. Currently, she works as a school psychologist as well as privately, conducting sessions with adults, children, and adolescents, including online sessions. Sessions are conducted in Greek and English.

Ermioni Margariti is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist who conducts sessions at her private office located at 15 Laodikeias Street (opposite the Athens Concert Hall) as well as online. She graduated from Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences – Department of Psychology and has specialized in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Adults, Children, and Adolescents at the Institute for Research and Therapy of Behavior (I.E.TH.S. – a four-year study program) leading to European certification from the EABCT. She has attended numerous seminars and training programs, including the Postgraduate Seminar in Clinical Psychopathology "PANAGIOTIS OULIS" and the Postgraduate Seminar in Clinical Skills in Psychopathology "PANAGIOTIS OULIS" at Aeginiteio Hospital – 1st Psychiatric Clinic. She has clinical experience in municipal clinics of the Municipality of Athens, school units of all levels, in streetwork of the Municipality of Athens, and at the Institute for Research & Therapy of Behavior. Since 2021, she has been providing private psychotherapy to adolescents and adults while continuing her clinical training.

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.

Nikolaidou Paraskeui is a Psychiatrist with a private practice in Ilioupoli. She has extensive clinical experience in Greece and the United Kingdom, where she worked in acute care clinics and community psychiatry. She attended Balint groups at the NHS for three consecutive years and has successfully passed the MRCPsych examinations of the Royal College of Psychiatrists. She is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a postgraduate specialization diploma in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry from the same university, focusing on the integrated care of physical and mental health. She has completed basic training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Research University Mental Health Institute and has received further training in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD in children and adolescents from the 1st Pediatric Clinic of NKUA. In her professional career, she has worked as a psychiatrist at Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Trust in the United Kingdom, and since 2018, she has served as Consulting Psychiatrist at the Multipurpose Mental Health Nursing Unit of Attica (formerly PSNA, Dafni). Additionally, she has many years of experience in a public specialized alcohol detoxification unit, where, as scientific lead, she played a crucial role in the diagnosis, treatment, and coordinated care of a large number of patients with alcohol use disorder. She actively participates in training programs for psychiatric residents and presents papers and lectures at conferences and scientific events. She is a member of the Athens Medical Association and the Hellenic Psychiatric Association.

Karaiskou Euaggelia is a Psychologist-Psychotherapist with a private practice in Hymittos. She studied at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and subsequently specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Since 2015, she has been treating adult and adolescent patients experiencing difficulties related to anxiety (panic attacks, tics, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, etc.), mood disorders (depression, feelings of emptiness, binge eating episodes, anger, etc.), and interpersonal relationship challenges (low self-esteem, impulsivity, commitment, trust, etc.). She also provides counseling and psychotherapeutic support to parents and children over the age of 8. She has been trained in Active Listening within Thomas Gordon’s Effective Communication method, a valuable tool in her work. She continuously pursues further training through seminars, keeping up-to-date with new practices in her field. Her personal therapy, education, and many years of professional experience have led her to the beliefs that: "The first major step toward change and development happens by seeking help." and "Seeking help demonstrates strength and desire, not weakness."

Venizelea Amalia is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist maintaining a private practice in Ilisia. She is a graduate of Psychology from Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences and holds a postgraduate degree in Clinical Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She also specialized in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy for Adults, Children, and Adolescents at the Institute of Research and Behavioral Therapy. She has clinical experience having worked as a Psychologist at Aeginiteio Hospital as well as at the Day Center of the Regional Development and Mental Health Company. Additionally, she worked as a Psychologist - Psychotherapist at the Vyronas - Kaisariani Community Mental Health Center, specifically in the Adult Department, in the Children and Adolescents Unit of the Peristeri Mental Health Center, and in the Adult Therapy Department of the Institute of Research and Behavioral Therapy. Finally, since 2021, she has been working as a Psychologist-Psychotherapist in the Endocrinology Unit of the University of Athens. In her office, she manages cases across the full spectrum of psychology and specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focusing on interpersonal relationships and anxiety and mood disorders.

Thelouras Nikolaos is a Psychologist who runs his private practice in Ano Ilioupoli, providing mental health services with professionalism and consistency. He is a graduate of Cardiff Metropolitan University in the UK, holding a primary degree in Psychology, and continued his academic career at the postgraduate level at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, in the School of Medicine, where he graduated with honors in Forensic Psychiatry and Forensic Medicine. He is a member of the teaching staff of the Psychology Department at IST College, which collaborates with Wrexham University, actively contributing to the development of new skills and knowledge. His professional training is enriched with further education in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy through the International Psychotherapy Center "ALYPIA". Additionally, he has received certified training in the use of the psychometric tool MMPI-2 through ISON Psychometrica. In clinical practice, Mr. Thelouras has significant experience working with both adults and children and adolescents. With adults, he addresses various difficulties, focusing primarily on sexual health issues, anxiety, and the management of psychosocioemotional difficulties, while also working as an external collaborator in a private facility with children and adolescents presenting developmental disorders, ADHD, and other behavioral difficulties. His services are conducted under ongoing supervision to maintain scientific rigor and professionalism. His academic training, professional experience, and continuous education make him a well-rounded professional in the field of mental health.

Zaxaropoulou Niki - Maria MD, MSc is a Psychiatrist with a private practice in Pangrati. She has served as a Collaborator with the Organization Against Narcotics (OKANA) and the Mental Health Agency AmKE Anodos. She graduated from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and specialized in psychiatry at the Hellenic Center for Mental Hygiene and Research and the Aeginiteio University Hospital. Additionally, she completed postgraduate studies (MSc) at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens focusing on the Promotion of Mental Health and Prevention of Psychiatric Disorders. Dr. Zaxaropoulou is a scientific associate of the 1st University Psychiatric Clinic at Aeginiteio Hospital. She has expertise in liaison psychiatry, women's mental health issues, menopause, emotional aspects of infertility, miscarriage, abortion, support during fertility treatments, pregnancy, breastfeeding, maternal grief – postpartum blues, postpartum depression, parental support, pervasive developmental disorders, psychotherapeutic counseling, as well as pharmacological support for individuals with autism and Asperger syndrome.

Angeliki Xatzimanoli, MSc is a Psychologist, certified Psychotherapist, and maintains a private practice in Ilisia. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at the University of Central Lancashire and graduated from the Department of Social Policy at Panteion University. Additionally, she has a master's degree in "Addiction Treatment - Addictology" from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, in collaboration with the Medical School of Athens. Currently, she is training in "Systemic Psychotherapy and Counseling" at the Center for Systemic Study and Therapy of Athens (Ke.S.Me.Th.). Throughout her career, she has volunteered with the Non-Governmental Organizations "ActionAid Hellas" and the International Cybersecurity Institute (CSI). She served as a Psychologist for the NGO "The Home Project" and collaborates as an external associate with the Center for Special Therapies "Oikogeneia." She also writes voluntarily for the website ''efiveia.gr,'' focusing on family and its connection and collaboration with the online therapy platform Terappin. She has been trained in the application of the Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy protocol (TF-CBT). She provides psychological support to children, adolescents, and adults. It is noteworthy that she participated in authoring the European program "TRACeD," within the framework of actions for the awareness and prevention of online gender-based violence. In her private practice, she undertakes the assessment, monitoring, and psychotherapeutic treatment of various psychological difficulties, such as anxiety disorders, depressive episodes, adjustment disorders, personality disorders, as well as issues related to interpersonal relationships and self-esteem.

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.