Health professionals for Panic attacks near Evaggelismos

Creating Narratives is a team of therapists providing support to individuals interested in their mental health. Common difficulties arising in human relationships (family, romantic, professional, friendships) can be addressed within a safe environment of understanding and empowerment. Psychotherapy is not only about managing mental health challenges and symptoms. It involves the effort to change a situation into one that is more functional, both for ourselves and for those around us. Furthermore, it can lead to an improvement in an individual's quality of life as well as the discovery of new ways to connect with others. The scientific collaborators of Creating Narratives include Psychologist Jo Grigoriadou, Sociologist Konstantinos Galazios, and also Psychologist Katerina Manioti.

Zafeiri Antonia is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Pangrati. She holds a degree from Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences and has been trained in Cognitive Analytic Psychotherapy, Applied Behavior Analysis, and the administration of diagnostic tests. She has worked in private psychotherapeutic centers and public institutions as part of her internship (Family Therapy Unit of the Attica Psychiatric Hospital, Aeginiteio Hospital). Additionally, she has attended numerous seminars and participates with publications in psychology conferences. In her private practice, she provides specialized services tailored to the unique needs of clients concerning issues related to anxiety (panic attacks, generalized anxiety), depression, bipolar disorder, interpersonal relationship difficulties (partner, family), critical life events (grief, divorce, illness), psychosomatic problems, addictions, parental counseling, parent-child relationship difficulties, challenges in the school environment, and behavioral problems, and administers diagnostic tests.

Mara Ktena studied Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, where she also completed a three-year postgraduate program in Clinical Psychology. Since 2017, she has been training in Lacanian psychoanalysis within the framework of the Athens Academy of Clinical Studies (AKSPA). In 2025, she became a member of the Hellenic Society of the New Lacanian School. She has been trained and worked in public and private institutions, including the Vyronas-Kaisariani Mental Health Center, the Multipurpose Mental Health Nursing Unit of Attica (formerly Dafni Psychiatric Hospital), the Mental Health Center of the General Hospital of Athens Gennimatas, the telephone support line 10306, among others, working psychotherapeutically with adults, children, and adolescents.

Additionally, she has engaged in research, and her articles have been published in Greek and international journals. Her diploma thesis focused on the experience of grief following the loss of a companion animal. She has participated with presentations at scientific conferences and workshops.

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. 

Roumelioti Marianna is a Psychologist - Integrative Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Kolonaki. She holds a degree in Psychology from the Open University of the UK and completed a four-year training program in Integrative Psychotherapy at the Athens Synthesis Centre, obtaining the European Certificate of Psychotherapy (ECP).

She completed her internship at the Psychiatric Clinic of Aiginiteio Hospital, where she actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for the assessment and management of clinical cases, gaining significant experience in interdisciplinary collaboration as well as in the understanding and evaluation of mental disorders. Concurrently, at the Roots Wellness Center, she supported clients dealing with issues such as anxiety, depressive disorders, adjustment difficulties, grief, and interpersonal challenges. She has also voluntarily offered her services to non-governmental organizations aimed at supporting vulnerable groups.

In her psychotherapeutic practice, she handles cases covering the entire spectrum of psychology, with an emphasis on individual psychotherapy for adults, parent and adolescent counseling, and couples therapy. The Integrative Psychotherapy she applies aims at a holistic understanding and support of the individual, combining elements from different approaches to create a personalized path focused on the therapeutic relationship, acceptance, and personal development.

She remains under consistent supervision and attends numerous seminars and conferences to stay continuously updated on contemporary scientific developments.

Rogdaki Xristina is a Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist and maintains her private practice in Petralona. She studied Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and completed postgraduate studies in Developmental Psychology at Maastricht University. Additionally, she has been trained as a Systemic Psychotherapist through the clinical program in Systemic Psychotherapy at the "Logos Psychis" Institute of Education and Research. At this institute, she also completed numerous seminars focused on narrative tools, as well as the assessment and intervention of emotional difficulties in children and adolescents. She has worked at SOS Children's Villages and in private Psychotherapy and Family Therapy Centers.

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.

Xristidi Katerina MSc, BTEC is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Pangrati. She holds a degree in psychology from Panteion University and completed a postgraduate specialization program in Child, Adolescent, and Family Psychotherapy at London Metropolitan University, London. Additionally, she completed her specialization in Integrative Counseling/Psychotherapy (BTEC Advanced Professional Diploma in Integrative Counseling) from the UK institution Pearson, recognized by the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy. A key advantage of the Integrative Approach is that it combines techniques from various modalities, allowing flexible adaptation to the needs and personality of each patient. She has worked at the Psychiatric Clinic of the General Children's Hospital “Agia Sofia,” at the therapy center “En logo kai ergo,” and at the Hellenic Society for the Protection & Rehabilitation of Disabled Children, in the neuropsychological rehabilitation center for individuals with brain injuries and in the infant department. Finally, she regularly attends numerous conferences and seminars as part of her ongoing professional development.

Η Μυρτώ Λεβίδη είναι Ψυχολόγος με άδεια άσκησης επαγγέλματος στην Ελλάδα και στην Αυστραλία (AHPRA) και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στη Γλυφάδα. Έχει ολοκληρώσει τις προπτυχιακές και μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές της στην Αυστραλία, όπου και εργάστηκε ως ψυχολόγος σε κλινικά και ερευνητικά πλαίσια.

Είναι κάτοχος δύο προπτυχιακών τίτλων στην Ψυχολογία και στη Συμβουλευτική Ψυχολογία, καθώς και μεταπτυχιακού διπλώματος με ειδίκευση στην Κλινική Ψυχολογία, από πανεπιστήμια της Μελβούρνης και του Σίδνεϊ.

Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη δυναμική νευροανάδραση (NeurOptimal®) από το Zengar Institute και παρέχει συνεδρίες neurofeedback (brain training). Είναι επίσημη αντιπρόσωπος του NeurOptimal® στην Ελλάδα, συνιδρύτρια της Brainiacs Braintraining και πιστοποιημένη εκπαιδεύτρια δυναμικής νευροανάδρασης®.

Παράλληλα, έχει εξειδικευτεί στη μεταβολική θεραπεία και στην κετογενική διατροφή για ψυχιατρικές διαταραχές, με στόχο την αντιμετώπιση των βαθύτερων αιτιών και όχι μόνο των συμπτωμάτων. Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη θεραπεία τραύματος με τη μέθοδο EMDR (TACT Hellas) και είναι τακτικό μέλος της EMDR Hellas.

Η θεραπευτική της προσέγγιση είναι συνθετική και βασίζεται σε σύγχρονα, τεκμηριωμένα μοντέλα όπως:

• Γνωσιακή-Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία (CBT)
• Θεραπεία Αποδοχής και Δέσμευσης (ACT)
• EMDR
• Διαλεκτική Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία (DBT)
• Συναισθηματικά Εστιασμένη Θεραπεία (EFT)

Συνδυάζει τη νευροψυχολογία με εξατομικευμένες ψυχοθεραπευτικές παρεμβάσεις, δίνοντας ιδιαίτερη έμφαση στη θεραπευτική σχέση και στις ανάγκες κάθε ατόμου.

Έχει πραγματοποιήσει τη διετή κλινική της πρακτική στη Μελβούρνη, σε ψυχιατρικές δομές, σχολεία και ιδιωτικές κλινικές, με εστίαση σε αγχώδεις διαταραχές, κατάθλιψη και διαταραχές προσωπικότητας.

Διατηρεί ενεργή παρουσία και στον ακαδημαϊκό χώρο, συμμετέχοντας ως συγγραφέας και ερευνητική συνεργάτης με πανεπιστήμια της Αυστραλίας. Το ερευνητικό της έργο επικεντρώνεται στη σχέση διατροφής και ψυχικής υγείας, καθώς και σε θέματα άγχους, κατάθλιψης και συμπεριφοράς. Έχει δημοσιεύσει επιστημονικές μελέτες σε διεθνή περιοδικά ψυχολογίας.

Παράλληλα, συνεργάζεται με εταιρείες και οργανισμούς, παρέχοντας εκπαίδευση σε δεξιότητες ψυχικής ανθεκτικότητας, όπως mindfulness και Psychological First Aid (PFA), ενώ συμμετέχει σε προγράμματα υποστήριξης ψυχικής υγείας στον εργασιακό χώρο.

Συντονίζει επίσης ομάδες προσωπικής ανάπτυξης και ομάδες γονέων, με έμφαση στην ενσυναισθητική προσέγγιση και το attachment parenting.

Η κλινική της εμπειρία της επιτρέπει να υποστηρίζει ενήλικες, εφήβους και παιδιά σε ένα ευρύ φάσμα δυσκολιών, όπως:

άγχος, στρες, κατάθλιψη, πένθος, εξαρτήσεις, διατροφικές διαταραχές και διαταραχές προσωπικότητας, σε συνεργασία με διεπιστημονικές ομάδες ψυχικής υγείας.

Οι συνεδρίες μπορούν να διεξαχθούν και στην αγγλική γλώσσα.

Leivaditi Penny is a Military Psychologist and Systemic Psychotherapist with many years of experience in the field of mental health and maintains a private practice in Panormou. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, while simultaneously attending the Military Academy of Corps Officers (2009-2013).

Since 2013, she has worked in mental health institutions, acquiring extensive clinical experience in psychiatric clinics, mental health centers, and psychosocial support services. Over the years, she has developed a deep understanding of the needs of adults facing emotional, interpersonal, and psychological difficulties. Within the framework of her clinical practice, she has been trained at Aeginiteio Hospital in the administration and evaluation of the DSM-5 Personality Questionnaire (SCID-5), enhancing her capability in psychodiagnostic assessment.

Since 2018, she has been training in Systemic Psychotherapy and Group Therapy at the Athens Center for the Study of Humans (AKMA), one of the most prestigious educational institutions for systemic approaches in Greece.

Additionally, she has completed specialized seminars in Systemic Group Psychotherapy, Parent Counseling, and Couples Counseling.

Her therapeutic work includes support in managing anxiety and panic attacks, depression and emotional difficulties, interpersonal problems and relationships, family issues, parenting roles, and matters of self-esteem and self-awareness.

She offers individual sessions for adults, couples counseling, and family counseling, aiming to understand relationships, improve communication, and overall empower the individual within the context of their relational connections.

The INTERNUS counseling and psychotherapy center, led by clinical psychologist Mr. Kargakis Emmanouil - Internus, maintains offices in Heraklion, Rethymno, Chania, and Athens, offering a wide range of services concerning treatment, rehabilitation, prevention, and promotion of mental health, primarily based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Mr. Kargakis, a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki with postgraduate studies in Clinical and Counseling Psychology at La Salle University of Philadelphia, and his experienced associates, supported by a modern and continuous framework of supervision, training, and professional development through attendance at national and international psychology conferences, ensure the provision of the most advanced mental health services. Over the years, our center has developed activities and collaborations with various organizations such as SOS Children's Villages, O.E.V.E.N.H, O.E.V.E.N.X, secondary education tutoring centers, schools of various levels, sports clubs, educational seminars for the general public, appearances on television and radio programs, and contributions to local blogs. Sessions are conducted by appointment either in person or online.

Antonis Mougias is a Psychiatrist, PhD holder from the University of Ioannina, and maintains a private practice in Kolonaki. He has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Family Therapy of Psychosis. For years, he has been monitoring and treating individuals with obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, depression, and other psychological issues. Additionally, he is the Scientific Director of the Memory Center of the Psychogeriatric Society "Nestor" and has served as the Scientific Director of the Alzheimer Center of the same society for 7 years. As the Scientific Director of the Psychogeriatric Society "Nestor," he has developed and is responsible for numerous interventions aimed at patients with dementia and their caregivers. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the Hellenic Society of Gerontology and Geriatrics. He also prescribes medications and issues psychiatric condition certificates. Finally, the doctor has extensive clinical experience, as well as numerous scientific publications.