Psychologist for Panic attacks in Nea Chalkidona

Episkepsy Matthaios Zazanis Kai Synergates Psyxologoi-Psyxotherapeutes is a Psychologist - Integrative Psychotherapist with a Person-Centered orientation and is a co-founder of the Counseling Center for Education and Psychosocial Support epi S.K.E.P.S.Y. as well as the scientific director of the center in Ano Patissia. He has specialized training in addictions and mental disorders and is certified by Greek, British, and American organizations. Throughout his career, he has encountered distinguished mentors who serve as an inspiration to him.

Karoutsou Olga is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Nea Filadelfeia. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences. She has specialized through a four-year training program in person-centered counseling and psychotherapy and holds the European Certificate of Psychotherapy (ECP). This is a humanistic approach tailored to the needs and capabilities of each individual. Alongside counseling and psychotherapy for adults, she also provides psychological support for adolescents and parental counseling, having specialized in Child Psychology (MSc, Psychology of Child Development) at the University of Central Lancashire. In the context of her professional practice, she has worked at the Educational and Counseling Support Center of Nea Ionia and in private preschools, while also volunteering her services to new mothers and pregnant women facing financial difficulties. Believing in the continuous development of the individual, she pursues personal and professional growth through personal psychotherapy, supervision, and further training. In her professional experience to date, she has collaborated with individuals dealing with issues in interpersonal relationships, panic attacks, anxiety disorders, depression, experiencing transitional life phases, or seeking a general improvement in their quality of life. She believes that within us lie the necessary strengths to improve our quality of life and accompanies each person on their therapeutic journey with equality and respect. Finally, it is worth mentioning that, beyond her studies in Psychology and Psychotherapy, she holds a degree in engineering from the Polytechnic School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH).

Dr Aria Xristopoulou is a Psychologist with a private practice in Ilion. She holds a PhD, a BSc degree in Psychological Sciences, a master's degree in Counseling Psychology, and a master's degree in Existential Psychotherapy & Counseling. She is a member of the British Psychological Society, from which she also obtained her license to practice as a Psychologist, and she holds the Greek professional license issued by the Hellenic National Recognition and Information Center (NARIC). Additionally, she is a member of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) in the UK. During her 15 years of experience in London, she has worked within the National Health Service (NHS) in adult mental health clinics and community psychological support programs for adolescents, adults, and the elderly. Furthermore, she has worked with adults experiencing severe mental illnesses in both primary and secondary care settings. She has provided psychological support to inpatients (aged 18-65) in emergency admission units, as well as in Psychiatric Intensive Care Units, offering specialized psychological assessments of mental disorders using psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, collaborating with patients, family members, and other caregivers. She has also assisted adolescents facing emotional, psychological, or behavioral difficulties related to school, health, peer relationships, or developmental challenges. From 2012 to 2017, she served as Scientific Collaborator and Head of the Mental Health Department at the Unified Journalistic Organization (EDOEP). In her private practice, she offers a range of personalized, confidential evaluations and interventions for adults and adolescents.

Kerosi Maria - Ismini is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Galatsi. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Crete and a Master's Degree in Social Clinical Psychology from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Hellenic Society of Cognitive Psychotherapies at Aeginiteio Hospital and is currently undergoing training in Schema Therapy from the Hellenic Society of Schema Therapy. She has worked as a Psychologist at the Rehabilitation and Recovery Clinic, Anaplasi, in the Social Service of the Municipality of Kifisia, and at the Alzheimer Center, Psychogeriatric Society "Nestor." Finally, she specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, individual psychotherapy, as well as anxiety and mood disorders.

Η Γκέκα Ευαγγελία είναι Ψυχολόγος – Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στη Νέα Ιωνία, παρέχοντας υπηρεσίες ατομικής ψυχοθεραπείας σε ενήλικες βασισμένη σε τεκμηριωμένες μεθόδους και σύγχρονα θεραπευτικά μοντέλα.

Αποφοίτησε από το University of Derby (Τμήμα Ψυχολογίας) και εκπαιδεύτηκε στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Ψυχοθεραπεία στο Κέντρο Εφαρμοσμένης Ψυχοθεραπείας. Ολοκλήρωσε, επιπλέον, μονοετές πρόγραμμα «Ανώτερης Πρακτικής στη Γνωσιακή – Συμπεριφορική Ψυχοθεραπεία», το οποίο περιλάμβανε 170 ώρες εξειδικευμένης εκπαίδευσης, 190 ώρες εποπτευόμενης κλινικής άσκησης και 100 ώρες προσωπικής ανάπτυξης, εμβαθύνοντας στα νεότερα μοντέλα CBT και ενισχύοντας ουσιαστικά την κλινική της επάρκεια.

Πραγματοποίησε την πρακτική της άσκηση στην Ψυχιατρική Πτέρυγα του Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Αθήνας – Γ. Γεννηματάς, όπου συμμετείχε ενεργά σε εφημερίες και στη διαχείριση απαιτητικών κλινικών περιστατικών (ψυχώσεις, κρίσεις πανικού, αγχώδεις διαταραχές, διαταραχές προσωπικότητας, σοβαρά καταθλιπτικά επεισόδια). Εκπαιδεύτηκε στη χορήγηση και αξιολόγηση ψυχομετρικών εργαλείων (όπως το MMPI), συμμετείχε ενεργά σε διεπιστημονικές ομάδες και στο τμήμα Διασυνδετικής Ψυχιατρικής, αποκτώντας πολύτιμη εμπειρία στη διαχείριση σύνθετων κλινικών περιστατικών. Η εμπειρία αυτή της επιτρέπει να εργάζεται με ασφάλεια και ψυχραιμία ακόμη και σε περιπτώσεις υψηλής συναισθηματικής έντασης.

Έχει συνεργαστεί με δομές ψυχικής υγείας και φορείς, μεταξύ των οποίων και η Ψυχογηριατρική Εταιρεία «Ο Νέστωρ», ενώ έχει παρακολουθήσει πληθώρα εξειδικευμένων σεμιναρίων στην Ελλάδα και το εξωτερικό, εμπλουτίζοντας διαρκώς τη θεωρητική και κλινική της κατάρτιση.

Παράλληλα, έχει ολοκληρώσει ετήσια εκπαίδευση στη Μουσικοθεραπεία με συντονιστή τον Δημήτρη Ψύχα, διευρύνοντας τα θεραπευτικά της εργαλεία με δημιουργικές και βιωματικές παρεμβάσεις. Αυτή την περίοδο συμμετέχει στο ευρωπαϊκό εκπαιδευτικό πρόγραμμα Music – P.O.W.E.R. (Music – Promoting Opportunities for Women’s Empowerment and Recovery), που υλοποιείται από τη SONARA – Διεπιστημονική Εταιρεία Μουσικοθεραπείας και Έρευνας, υπό τον συντονισμό της WE World σε σύμπραξη με την ActionAid Hellas και την Asociación Bienestar y Desarrollo (ABD), με συγχρηματοδότηση της Ευρωπαϊκής Ένωσης. Το πρόγραμμα εστιάζει στην ενδυνάμωση και φροντίδα γυναικών μέσω εξειδικευμένων μουσικοθεραπευτικών παρεμβάσεων.

Η θεραπευτική της προσέγγιση βασίζεται σε τεκμηριωμένες μεθόδους, με έμφαση στη συνεργατική σχέση θεραπευτή–θεραπευόμενου, την ενίσχυση της αυτογνωσίας και την ανάπτυξη ουσιαστικών δεξιοτήτων διαχείρισης δυσκολιών, με σεβασμό στη μοναδικότητα και τον ρυθμό κάθε ανθρώπου.

Despoina Zagka is a Psychologist with a private practice in Agioi Anargyroi. She has experience in private practice as well as in public and private institutions, where she has worked with adults, adolescents, and the elderly through psychotherapy and counseling sessions. She has also coordinated and facilitated experiential group sessions, both psychoeducational and therapeutic in nature, emphasizing the power of the group and interaction. She is completing the Master's Degree Program at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, titled "Psychotherapy: Theoretical Frameworks, Clinical Applications, and Comparative Approaches," and has specialized in MI Therapy (Music Therapy Technique). Additionally, she has completed the postgraduate seminar at the University of West Attica titled "Mental Health and Wellbeing of Children and Adolescents," as well as an online course from Yale University titled "The Science Of Well-Being." Her therapeutic approach is based on elements of integrative and person-centered approaches, emphasizing the relationship, authenticity, and individualization: each person is unique, and her goal is to create a safe space where they can express themselves, better understand themselves, and find new ways to cope with their difficulties.

Georgara Eleni is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist. Since 2025, she has been practicing privately as a psychotherapist, maintaining a clinic in Galatsi, while also collaborating with a Psychotherapy Center and the Child and Adolescent Development Center "Anthizo," providing sessions to adults, adolescents, and children. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH) and has completed two years of training in Behavioral Therapy at the Research University Institute of Mental Health (E.P.I.P.S.Y.), specializing in the treatment of anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder. In the past, she has worked in mental health facilities, offering psychosocial support to vulnerable social groups, home-based interventions, as well as on the telephone support line 10306. She has experience in coordinating psychoeducational groups and crisis management. Her approach is collaborative, empathetic, and tailored to the needs of each individual, aiming to enhance psychological resilience and facilitate meaningful personal development.

Mauropoulou Eleni - Niki is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Galatsi, where clients' pets are also welcomed. Additionally, therapy sessions may occasionally include the presence of a therapy dog to assist the client during the therapeutic process. Ms. Mauropoulou holds a Psychology degree and a postgraduate qualification in Adult Counseling from the University of East London. Upon completing her studies and internship at AKMI Metropolitan College and the Aktios Art Palace Elderly Care Unit, she specialized in couples therapy at the Institute for Education and Research in Systemic Therapy "Logos Psychis." Furthermore, she has attended numerous continuing education seminars. Lastly, she has worked as a Psychologist with parents and children at the "Bridge of Life" Multipurpose Center for the Creation & Expression of Children & Youth with Disabilities and has notable volunteer experience with various organizations.

Pittaras Aggelos is a Psychologist who maintains a private practice in Galatsi. He completed his studies at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in the Department of Psychology, from which he obtained his degree, and subsequently trained at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). He has gained extensive experience, having also worked as a Psychologist for the Municipality of Petroupoli. He addresses a wide range of issues with respect for each client, including fear management, anxiety management, relationship counseling, personal development and self-improvement, and management of depression, anger, and grief.

Vassos Dimitris is a Psychiatrist with a private practice in Galatsi. He holds a postgraduate degree in Stress Management and Health Promotion from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, he has received training in psychogeriatric patients (dementia, organic psychosis). He is a Scientific Associate at the specialized Psychosis Cognitive Function Study Clinic at the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica and also collaborates with the 1st and 6th Psychiatric Admission Departments and the Alcohol Dependence Unit for individuals aged 18 and older at the same hospital. He has collaborated with numerous Psychiatric Hospitals and is a member of the Athens Medical Association. Finally, the physician has participated in numerous Greek and international medical conferences and workshops, aiming at continuous education in his field of specialization.

Anna Voultsiou is a Psychologist with a private practice in Nea Ionia. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology (BSc Psychology) from the University of East London, UK. Additionally, she has completed a four-month internship at the Center for Special Education of Children with Special Needs (K.E.E.P.E.A.) "Horizons." She has been trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (C.B.T.) at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling, where she completed 120 hours of supervised clinical practice in the application of methods and techniques, in collaboration with "Nestor - Memory Center." Furthermore, she has attended various seminars related to psychology and therapeutic approaches and has completed a series of Parenting Counseling seminars.

Sergios Ganetsos is a psychologist specializing in Integrative Psychotherapy and Counselling, combining psychodynamic, person-centered, and cognitive-behavioral approaches in his clinical practice.He holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of East London and a Bachelor’s degree in Cultural Management from Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences. He has also completed postgraduate studies at the Mediterranean College (in collaboration with the University of Derby) in Integrative Psychotherapy and Counselling.Sergios has several years of experience working with children facing developmental, learning, and emotional difficulties, having collaborated with therapy centers such as “Paidion Legein” and “Therapevo kai Diavazo.” He also provides individual psychotherapy for adults, offering a safe and empathetic therapeutic space for self-exploration and growth.He has completed specialized training programs, including “Autism in Children and Adolescents” (DIKEPSY, 2024–2025), and is certified in administering the WISC-IV. He has also attended international online psychology courses offered by Yale University and the University of Edinburgh.A member of the British Psychological Society (BPS), Sergios currently runs his private practice in Galatsi, Athens, where he works with children, adolescents, and adults, integrating evidence-based methods with a compassionate and individualized approach.

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.

Mpogiopoulos Giannis is a Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Ano Patisia. He holds postgraduate studies in Cyberpsychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens while simultaneously being supervised in Systemic - Existential Psychotherapy. His therapy has multiple objectives. Initially, it is very important to comprehensively understand the person beyond the narrow scope of any particular problem causing them difficulty. Afterwards, he will proceed with the aim of identifying the causes that led to these specific difficulties and then reflect together with the client on how to utilize their personal strengths to reshape the way and conditions in which they live. During the process, the unique elements of the individual's personal identity emerge, which must be cared for and highlighted because the primary goal is not only to create a pleasant mood but to build a rich and multifaceted self capable of generating personal happiness with depth and durability.

Kemali Afroditi is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist conducting both online and in-person sessions. She holds a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with training in Body Psychotherapy at the Wilhelm Reich Center. In recent years, she has worked as a Psychologist in an unaccompanied minors facility, providing psychological support to vulnerable groups. Currently, she coordinates a prevention group for new mothers. She has also volunteered for several years as a Psychologist at KETHEA. Additionally, she has attended various postgraduate seminars in Clinical Psychopathology at Aeginiteio Hospital and Anxiety Disorders in children and adolescents at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.