Health professionals for Psychotherapy Online near Papagou

Η Γεωργία Βασιλείου είναι Ψυχολόγος-Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και Αναλύτρια Ομάδας, Ζεύγους και Οικογένειας με γραφείο στο Νέο Ψυχικό. Εργάζεται με ψυχοδυναμική και γνωστική-αναλυτική προσέγγιση σε ατομικές και ομαδικές συνεδρίες, καθώς και σε θεραπεία ζεύγους και οικογένειας. Δέχεται ζευγάρια και άτομα κάθε σεξουαλικού προσανατολισμού και ταυτότητας φύλου, με ιδιαίτερη εξοικείωση σε θέματα ΛΟΑΤΚΙ ζευγαριών.

Αριστούχος πτυχιούχος Ψυχολογίας (9,18) και Κοινωνιολογίας του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου, κάτοχος Μεταπτυχιακού Διπλώματος της Ιατρικής Σχολής ΕΚΠΑ με τίτλο "Προαγωγή της Ψυχικής Υγείας και Πρόληψη των Ψυχιατρικών Διαταραχών", με βαθμό 9,48. Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη Γνωστική Αναλυτική Θεραπεία μέσω της Πανελλήνιας Εταιρείας Γνωστικής Αναλυτικής Ψυχοθεραπείας (ΠΕΓΑΨ) όπου και αποτελεί τακτικό μέλος και ως Αναλύτρια Ομάδας, Ζεύγους και Οικογένειας στην Ελληνική Εταιρεία Αναλυτικής Ομαδικής και Οικογενειακής Ψυχοθεραπείας (ΕΕΑΟΟΨ), όπου αποτελεί πρόσεδρο και μέλος του Διοικητικού Συμβουλίου με την ιδιότητα της Ταμία.

Έχει διατελέσει Επιστημονική Συνεργάτης της Α΄ Ψυχιατρικής Κλινικής του ΕΚΠΑ (Αιγινήτειο νοσοκομείο). Στο πλαίσιο αυτό ανέλαβε την ευθύνη του Εργαστηρίου Ψυχοφυσιολογίας, διενεργώντας έρευνες που αφορούν την ψυχική ανθεκτικότητα σε στρεσσογόνες συνθήκες, με δημοσιεύσεις σε διεθνή επιστημονικά περιοδικά. Έχει επίσης κλινική εμπειρία από το Τμήμα Διαταραχών Πρόσληψης Τροφής του Αιγινητείου, το Πρόγραμμα Παρέμβασης στη Κρίση της κλινικής, καθώς και από το εθελοντικό πρόγραμμα ψυχολογικής υποστήριξης της γραμμής 10306 κατά την περίοδο της πανδημίας.

Στο πλαίσιο της Ελληνικής Εταιρείας Αναλυτικής Ομαδικής και Οικογενειακής Ψυχοθεραπείας, έχει συμμετάσχει στη δράση «Μαθήματα Ζωής», διενεργώντας ομάδες εκπαιδευτικών και γονέων. Στο πλαίσιο συνεργασίας της ίδιας εταιρείας με τον μη κερδοσκοπικό κοινωφελή οργανισμό για την αντιμετώπιση του καρκίνου του πνεύμονα "Fairlife", έχει εργαστεί ως θεραπεύτρια ομάδων καρκινοπαθών, φροντιστών και ζευγών, αναλαμβάνοντας παράλληλα τη θέση της Επιστημονικής Υπεύθυνης της δράσης.

Είναι εθελόντρια ψυχολόγος στο Δήμο Φιλοθέης-Ψυχικού και Γενική Γραμματέας της εταιρείας υποστήριξης παιδιών με γενετικά προβλήματα «Το Μέλλον».

Kaltsa Lydia is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist providing both online and in-person sessions. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Crete and is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Additionally, she has been trained in EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), thereby enriching her approach with modern, experiential, and scientifically validated methods. She is also trained in the administration and analysis of the MMPI-2 psychometric tool for psychopathology and holds certification in Applied Counseling.

She manages a wide range of cases, always focusing on providing the best possible care to each individual seeking support. She has particular expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Anxiety Management, Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, Panic Attacks, Specific Phobias, and Trauma.

Kalofonou Evita is a Systemic - Family Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Athens, working with individuals, couples, and groups within psychotherapeutic and counseling frameworks. She completed her undergraduate studies in Psychology at the University of Crete and subsequently specialized in systemic-family counseling and psychotherapy. She has completed her master's degree in Health Psychology in the United Kingdom and has attended various seminars on clinical psychopathology, couples therapy, trauma, etc. She has worked in mental health settings both within and outside Greece and possesses significant experience in interpersonal relationship issues, parenting concerns, depression, anxiety, trauma, and more.

Victoria Papadimitropoulou MSc is a Mental Health Counselor - Psychotherapist specializing in psychodynamic approach and maintains a private practice in Neo Psychiko. She is a member of the American Psychological Association (APA). She holds a master’s degree (MSc) in Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy from Deree/American College of Greece, and a master’s degree (MSc) from the Business School of Strathclyde University. She has completed two years of training in the systemic approach (A.K.M.A), as well as in the psychodynamic approach, in which she specializes. Her work includes group therapy, adolescent developmental issues, internet use, body image, and identity formation. She is specialized in self-esteem issues, interpersonal relationships (work environment, personal relationships), family dysfunction, anxiety management, and depressive tendencies. She has conducted research on the impact of social media, particularly Instagram, on body image and identity formation during the emerging adulthood stage of development. Her clinical experience in psychopathology beyond private psychotherapy practice comes from individual Counseling Psychology sessions in the public framework of the Municipal Health Clinics of the Municipality of Athens, group psychotherapy practice at the 18Anō Addiction Unit of Attica Psychiatric Hospital, as well as individual psychoanalytic-type psychotherapy at the Institute of Mental Health for Children and Adults (IPSIPE). She regularly attends selected certified seminars and training as part of ongoing professional development. She provides sessions in both Greek and English.

Metaksa Krystallia is a Psychologist with a private practice in Chalandri. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at the American College and has completed her internship and specialized training in the field of counseling, gaining valuable experience in managing and supporting individuals at various stages of their lives. Additionally, she has attended seminars aimed at specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a scientifically validated approach that helps individuals recognize and modify dysfunctional patterns of thought and behavior. As a counseling psychologist, she supports individuals and couples seeking guidance and empowerment during challenging phases of their lives. She creates a framework of trust and safety where clients can express their thoughts and emotions and discover new ways to manage their challenges. Her expertise includes the management of anxiety, stress, panic attacks, grief, loss, depression, interpersonal relationships and communication, personal development and empowerment, couple therapy, as well as career counseling for young people. With a focus on the uniqueness of each individual, her goal is to support you in overcoming difficulties, enhancing your skills, and achieving greater balance and quality of life.

Ο Οικονομίδης Απόστολος είναι Ψυχολόγος – Ψυχοθεραπευτής και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Νέο Ψυχικό. Είναι κάτοχος πτυχίου Ψυχολογίας από το Αμερικανικό Κολλέγιο Ελλάδος και το Open University της Αγγλίας και μετέπειτα έλαβε διετή ειδίκευση στη Θεραπεία Συμπεριφοράς Διαταραχών Άγχους, Ιδεοψυχαναγκαστικής και Μετατραυματικής Διαταραχής στο Ερευνητικό Πανεπιστημιακό Ινστιτούτο Ψυχικής Υγιεινής σε συνεργασία με την Α’ Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών. Επίσης, έχει παρακολουθήσει μονοετή μετεκπαιδευτικά προγράμματα στην Κλινική Ψυχοπαθολογία και τις Κλινικές Δεξιότητες από την Α΄ Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών σε συνεργασία με την Ελληνική Ψυχιατρική Εταιρεία. Στο παρελθόν συνεργάστηκε με το Ιατρείο Θεραπείας Συμπεριφοράς καθώς και με τη Μονάδα Θεραπείας Συμπεριφοράς του Ελληνικού Κέντρου Ψυχικής Υγιεινής και Ερευνών, όπου αντιμετώπισε ψυχοθεραπευτικά ως επί το πλείστον περιστατικά αγχωδών και συναφών διαταραχών (διαταραχή πανικού, αγοραφοβία, γενικευμένο άγχος, ιδεοψυχαναγκαστική διαταραχή, κ.α). Συμμετέχει σταθερά σε ομάδες εποπτείας ψυχολόγων, ενώ έχει εμπειρία στην διοργάνωση ψυχοεκπαιδευτικών ομάδων με έμφαση στις δεξιότητες διαχείρισης ψυχοπιεστικών καταστάσεων.

Papasavva Vilma is an adult and couples psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Neo Psychiko. She has completed postgraduate studies in Counseling Psychology and Psychotherapy (MSc) at the American College of Greece, Deree. She holds degrees from the Faculty of Philosophy of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and from the University of Kent in Canterbury (MA) in the United Kingdom. She has completed the Interdepartmental University Clinical Training Program in Group Dynamics in Psychiatric Settings at the Hellenic Society of Psychoanalytic Group Psychotherapy. She has experience working with public institutions (Research University Institute of Mental Health - E.P.I.PSY., 18 ANO, Municipality of Filothei-Psychiko) as well as educational institutions (Counseling Center, Deree). She is a member of the American Psychological Association (APA). She works in both Greek and English. Her therapeutic approach is psychodynamic. She stays continuously updated in her field through participation in educational seminars of the Hellenic Society of Psychoanalysis and Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (EPSPE), conferences, and psychoanalytic supervision. Alongside her clinical work, she contributes articles to Athens Voice. “Anxiety, depression, trauma, difficulties in relating, professional challenges, the emotional imprint of the family, grief, and losses are inscribed in the mind and body, creating confusion and psychological pain, often incomprehensible. My goal is to accompany my patients in an exploration that will gradually lead them to find their own answers to the essential questions of their lives, in a space of empathy and trust. Psychotherapy is a personal investment that yields benefits not only in the present but also in the future.”

Patargia Eirini is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist, graduate of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, and maintains a private practice in Cholargos. Simultaneously, she is a scientific associate at the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of the University of Athens at Aiginiteio Hospital. She has specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Institute of Research and Therapy of Behavior and in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (Behavioural Tech, Linehan Institute, Seattle US). At the postgraduate level, she has completed the program "Promotion of Mental Health - Prevention of Mental Disorders" at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, has completed the training program titled "Forensic - Psychiatric Forensic Psychology" at the same university, and has completed courses related to Family Therapy at the University of California, Pacifica Graduate School USA. She has worked at the private eating disorders clinic “Pacific Shores Hospital” in California, USA. In 2013, she created the website "SelfCare.gr", aimed at informing, supporting, and communicating with individuals experiencing emotional abuse and individuals suffering from eating disorders. Her clinical practice includes a wide range of individual and group psychotherapy for adults with eating disorders, borderline personality disorder, anxiety and emotional disorders, depression, individuals who have experienced emotional abuse, and counseling support for individuals facing problems in their marriage or interpersonal relationships.

Stamatopoulou Eva MSc is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Chalandri. She holds a degree in Psychology from the Greek-British College and completed her postgraduate studies in Health Psychology at the Institute of Counselling and Psychological Studies. Following her educational path, she received further training in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling. Subsequently, she volunteered at the helpline "115 25 - Together for the Child" as a counselor and as an assistant coordinator of a support group for parents with children with special educational needs. Concurrently, she participated as an assistant coordinator in an adult smoking cessation group. Her volunteer work also includes employment at the Institute of Mental Health for Children and Adults, where she worked with a group of individuals with psychosis and other psychiatric disorders, as well as her involvement in the counseling telephone line of Psychocare Athens.

Georgia Koltsida MSc is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Agia Paraskevi. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (grade 8.41/10) and holds a Master’s Degree (MSc) in “Child and Adolescent Mental Health” from the European University of Cyprus (grade 9.45/10). She has been trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy at the Society for Cognitive-Behavioral Studies (ΕΓΣΣ), recognized by the European Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Therapies (EABCT). Additionally, she has completed specializations in the use of psychometric tools (WISC-V, WAIS-IV, MMPI-2, SCID-5-CV, SCID-5-PD), as well as further training in school psychology and personality disorders (Cluster C). Professionally, she has worked in mental health facilities and special education centers, providing assessment and psychotherapeutic intervention to children, adolescents, and adults. Through the Doctor Anytime platform, she offers individual sessions to adults facing difficulties such as anxiety, depressive mood, low self-esteem, or interpersonal challenges, aiming at psychological empowerment and personal development within a framework of trust, respect, and empathy.