Health professionals for Panic attacks in Kriti

Mauromatakis Konstantinos is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. He is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and specializes in Experiential and Somatically Focused Psychotherapy (a four-year experiential program at the Greek Focusing Center). He has completed both basic and advanced training in EMDR Psychotherapy through an accredited program by the EMDR Europe Association. He has worked as a psychologist and psychotherapist in public and private institutions, all supporting numerous individuals with traumatic backgrounds, where EMDR is applied as part of the therapeutic process.

Gavrilakis Polydoros is a Psychiatrist with a private practice in Chania. He graduated from the Medical School of the University of Patras and completed his specialization at the University Hospital of Heraklion. Simultaneously, he trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy, Systemic Family Therapy, and Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy. In his private practice, he offers specialized counseling services for the diagnosis and treatment of all mental disorders, including bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety and mood disorders, dementia, addiction problems, somatoform and sexual disorders. His services include supportive and counseling psychotherapy, personalized pharmacotherapy, as well as combined therapies. The physician successfully applies Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which is the most well-documented technique worldwide for treating anxiety and depression, as well as resolving most psychological issues. He also offers alternative and complementary therapies.

Η Εύα Στρατάκη είναι αδειοδοτημένη Ψυχολόγος και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Ρέθυμνο, όπου παρέχει ατομικές & ομαδικές συνεδρίες συμβουλευτικής σε ενήλικες δια ζώσης & διαδικτυακές.

Παράλληλα με την επαγγελματική της δραστηριότητα, συμμετέχει σε διαδικασία επαγγελματικής εποπτείας και προσωπικής θεραπείας, με στόχο τη συνεχή προσωπική και επαγγελματική της ανάπτυξη και τη διατήρηση μιας συνειδητής και υπεύθυνης θεραπευτικής πρακτικής.

Είναι απόφοιτη Ψυχολογίας του Staffordshire University και κάτοχος MSc στην Εφαρμοσμένη Θετική Ψυχολογία & Coaching από το University of East London. Έχει επίσης ολοκληρώσει τον βιωματικό κύκλο «The Science of Well-Being» του Yale University και επιμόρφωση στη Συμβουλευτική Ψυχολογία μέσω του ΕΚΠΑ. Παράλληλα, έχει εκπαιδευτεί σε βιωματικές εικαστικές προσεγγίσεις και έχει συμμετάσχει σε εθελοντικές δράσεις δημιουργικής απασχόλησης και ενδυνάμωσης παιδιών και ενηλίκων.

Στόχος της είναι η δημιουργία ενός ασφαλούς και υποστηρικτικού πλαισίου, όπου ο άνθρωπος μπορεί να εκφραστεί ελεύθερα, να κατανοήσει καλύτερα τον εαυτό του και να αναζητήσει τους δικούς του τρόπους διαχείρισης των δυσκολιών και των αλλαγών που βιώνει.

Η συμβουλευτική μπορεί να αποτελέσει χώρο για θέματα όπως η αυτογνωσία, η αυτοεκτίμηση, η αποδοχή του εαυτού, η διαχείριση του άγχους, οι διαπροσωπικές σχέσεις, η έκφραση των συναισθημάτων, η προσωπική ανάπτυξη και οι μεταβάσεις ζωής.

Για εκείνη, "η συμβουλευτική είναι, πάνω απ’ όλα, ένας χώρος ανθρώπινης συνάντησης· ένας χώρος όπου η ευαλωτότητα μπορεί να υπάρξει χωρίς να χρειάζεται να κρυφτεί και όπου κάθε άνθρωπος μπορεί να αναζητήσει τον δικό του δρόμο προς την αλλαγή."

Ranoutsou Georgia is a Psychologist who maintains a private practice in Heraklion, Crete. She holds a degree in Sociology from the School of Social Sciences at the University of Crete and a degree in Psychology from the School of Social Sciences at MBS College. She has worked as a Psychologist in the private practice of Ioanna Niakaki, in the breast cancer organization, in the Psychiatric Clinic of Venizeleio - Pananio Hospital, and in the Oncology Clinic of the Regional University General Hospital of Heraklion. Additionally, she has worked as a Psychologist in the Pathology Clinic at the "ALLILEGGYIS" Alzheimer's Center and as a Psychologist - Sociologist at the Mental Health Center of Rethymno. In her practice, she addresses cases across the entire spectrum of psychology and mental health, with a specialization in couples therapy, depression, and anxiety and mood disorders.

Emmanouela Pappa is a Psychologist with a private practice in Agios Nikolaos, Crete, and extensive training in modern and psychoanalytic approaches. She graduated from the University of East London (2018) and has been trained in clinical hypnotherapy as well as child psychology through a certified training program at the University of the Aegean. She has completed the first cycle of training in systemic psychotherapy and is concurrently undergoing ongoing psychoanalytic training, focusing on the Lacanian approach. Additionally, she has attended a one-year coaching program at the Athens Coaching Institute, specializing in the relationship between guidance and psychological empowerment (without participation in certification examinations). She addresses cases of anxiety, depression, panic attacks, identity and relationship disorders, as well as difficulties in self-definition or emotional regulation. She has a particular interest in career direction and life-course changes. She works with individuals who feel blocked, uncertain, or pressured by choices, helping them connect with their needs and desires in order to build a meaningful path. She continually invests in further education and supervision, actively participating in psychoanalytic seminars, reading groups, and conferences both in Greece and abroad.

Maria Xalepli is a Psychologist and Psychotherapist with a private practice in Ampelokipoi. She graduated with honors from the Psychology Department of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She holds a four-year specialization in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for adults (CBT) from the Society of Cognitive Behavioral Studies. Additionally, she has been trained by the same organization in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Children and Adolescents. She has also obtained certification in "School Psychology" from EKKE, University of Patras. She has worked as a psychologist at the Day Center for the Homeless of the Municipality of Athens, providing psychosocial support to vulnerable and at-risk groups. She works in private psychotherapy centers providing psychological support to adults and adolescents. Furthermore, as part of her practicum, she worked as a psychologist at the Counseling Station of the Municipality of Petroupoli, where she addressed therapy requests for both adults and adolescents as well as parental counseling. Finally, in her office, she handles cases involving interpersonal relationships, anxiety disorders, phobias, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder management, and more.

Alexandros Ananiadis Bassias is a licensed Psychologist since 2015, specializing in online therapy in Greek and English.

He has worked in both public and private mental health settings, including the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica, the Mental Health Center of Rethymno, and the Hellenic Red Cross Hospital. He has also contributed to research projects at the London Business School and Queen Mary University of London.

Besides his clinical and research experience, he has been actively involved with entrepreneurship, negotiations and conflict resolutions.

Alex holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Crete, a Master’s in Decision-Making Psychology from University College London (UCL), and is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (IBRT). He is also a trained negotiator from the Athens University of Economics and Business.

His approach to therapy focuses on collaboration, transparency, and clear, practical goals. He aims not only to help people manage challenges like anxiety and depression but also to boost positive relations, resilience, self-confidence, and overall well-being.

Soumpasi Nikoleta MA is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist offering specialized psychological support services through online sessions. She is a graduate of Psychology and holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling and Psychotherapy from the University of East London. Her specialization focuses on the Integrative Psychotherapy Model, which combines Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral, and Psychodynamic approaches. Her continuous professional development through workshops, conferences, and training programs ensures the application of the most current methods in the field of mental health.

She has gained valuable experience working in significant institutions such as the Care Unit for Elderly with Dementia and Alzheimer’s “Aktios,” the psychotherapeutic center Roots Wellness CENTER, and the Association for the Protection of Children and Persons with Disabilities. Additionally, she has worked as a Psychologist in public schools, providing psychosocial support to children with neurodevelopmental disorders, contributing to their smooth integration and development within the educational and social environment.

Since 2021, she has been practicing privately, providing psychological support for issues including anxiety and stress, panic attacks, grief, depression, anger management, and more. Through the Integrative Psychotherapy Model, she adjusts her approach to the needs of each client, aiming at meaningful support and improvement of their quality of life.

Fiamou Konstantina is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a degree in Psychology from the University of Wales. She holds a license to practice as a Psychologist (No. 830580). She has attended specialized programs and seminars in the field of psychology and psychotherapy, such as "Counseling and Personal Development Techniques" (Scottish Qualifications Authority) and "Management of Emotional and Psychological Trauma" (Center for Continuing Education and Lifelong Learning, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens).

She has completed the Specialization Program in the Synthetic Model of Systemic and Family Therapy at the Laboratory for the Investigation of Human Relations. In this context, she has worked therapeutically and has also participated in voluntary actions, providing online counseling support for the free mental health initiatives of the University of the Aegean.

She provides psychotherapeutic sessions online, aiming to bring out personal desires, enhance the understanding of relationships, and help the individual shape the role they desire in life.

At the same time, she has extensive experience in her personal development through individual and group psychotherapy as a patient, while regularly participating in seminars and conferences in the field, maintaining continuous professional development.

Polonyfi Athanasia maintains a practice in Rethymno, Crete, offering comprehensive mental health and counseling services with integrity and understanding. She was born in Marousi, Attica, and raised in Messolonghi. She was admitted to the Faculty of Pharmacy in Athens through the national entrance examinations and completed her internship in the Parenteral Nutrition Department at the University Children's Hospital "Agia Sofia." With extensive experience and excellent scientific training, she provides her services in Rethymno, Crete, assisting individuals in addressing potential emotional disorders and interpersonal relationship issues with utmost professionalism and sincerity. She holds a professional practice license under number 237467. Furthermore, she has been accepted into the Continuing Education program in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy offered by the Lifelong Learning Center of the University of Crete, aiming to achieve even more comprehensive training and continuously improve the quality of her services.

Η Τζάννε Βάνα είναι Κλινικός Ψυχολόγος και πραγματοποιεί online συνεδρίες. Είναι απόφοιτος Ψυχολογίας από το Εθνικό και Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών και έχει ολοκληρώσει μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές στην Κλινική και Κοινοτική Ψυχολογία. Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφοριστική Ψυχοθεραπεία Ενηλίκων, Παιδιών & Εφήβων, καθώς και στη θεραπεία Διαταραχών Πρόσληψης Τροφής στο Αιγινήτειο Νοσοκομείο. Ακόμα, έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη Διαλεκτική Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία στην Ιατρική Σχολής του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών (Ελληνική Εταιρεία Έρευνας Συμπεριφοράς), όπου συνεχίζει ακόμα ως εξωτερικός συνεργάτης και προσφέροντας εθελοντικά υπηρεσίες σε οριακούς ασθενείς αλλά και σε άτομα με διατροφικές διαταραχές. Στο πλαίσιο της επαγγελματικής της εμπειρίας, συνεργάζεται τα τελευταία 8 χρόνια έως και σήμερα με την Α’ Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών, στο Αιγινήτειο Νοσοκομείο (Μονάδα Διαταραχών Προσωπικότητας και Διαταραχών Πρόσληψης Τροφής), ενώ διετέλεσε επιστημονικός συνεργάτης στη Β’ Παιδιατρική Κλινική του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών, στο Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Παίδων Αθηνών "Παναγιώτη και Αγλαΐας Κυριακού", εστιάζοντας σε ζητήματα γονεϊκότητας και όντας εκπαιδεύτρια σε προγράμματα γύρω από την Ψυχική Ανθεκτικότητα για επαγγελματίες υγείας αλλά και γενικό πληθυσμό. Έχει συμμετάσχει σε πανελλήνια και πανευρωπαϊκά συνέδρια Παιδιατρικής, Εφηβιατρικής, Ψυχολογίας, Ψυχιατρικής, καθώς και σε άλλα ιατρικά συνέδρια (χειρουργικής, μαιευτικής κα). Έχει συνεργαστεί με το Ινστιτούτο Ψυχικής και Σεξουαλικής Υγείας του Δρ Θάνου Ασκητή, ενώ συμμετείχε και στη συγγραφή εκπαιδευτικού υλικού για τη σεξουαλική αγωγή, εγκεκριμένο από το Υπουργείο Παιδείας, καθώς έχει ασχοληθεί και ερευνητικά με τον τομέα των Ψυχοσεξουαλικών ζητημάτων. Η επένδυση στην ψυχοθεραπεία είναι διαρκής, με εκπαίδευση στο Mindfulness, στη Θεραπεία Εστιασμένη στη Συμπόνοια καθώς και το Διατμηματικό Πρόγραμμα Ομαδικής Θεραπείας από την Ελληνική Εταιρεία Ψυχαναλυτικής Ψυχοθεραπείας Ομάδας. Είναι ενεργό μέλος της Ελληνικής Εταιρείας Έρευνας Συμπεριφοράς και της Ελληνικής Εταιρείας Εφηβικής Ιατρικής, διατηρώντας συνεχή επαγγελματική εξέλιξη και επιστημονική ενημέρωση, δουλεύοντας κλινικά με εφήβους και ενήλικες.

Sfakianakis Georgios BSc, MSc is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Heraklion, Crete. He holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete and a master's degree in "Integrative Psychotherapy and Counseling" from Mediterranean College, a branch of the University of Derby, UK. The integrative model he practices combines cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, and psychoanalytic approaches (with an emphasis on attachment theory). Since 2024, he has also been attending the training seminar at the University of Crete in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy.

He has completed his practical training in various settings. Initially, at the Psychiatric Clinic "Agios Charalampos" during his undergraduate studies, followed by placements at the General Hospital of Heraklion "Venizeleio - Pananio," the Heraklion Community Center, MITERA Hospital in Athens, and the 2nd & 5th Primary Schools of Nea Alikarnassos as part of his postgraduate degree. Additionally, he served as a Psychologist during his 9-month military service, participating in all related activities and responsibilities.

He provides psychotherapy sessions to individuals over 16 years old, either in person or online. The first session is offered free of charge, as it primarily serves as an introductory meeting.

Sarrimaurogeni Stamatia is a Psychologist specializing in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and conducts online psychotherapy sessions. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete and is continuing her training in psychodynamic psychotherapy through HOPEinGA. She completed her practical internship at the Chania Mental Health Center and subsequently participated in the Erasmus+ program at the AMEOS St. Josef psychiatric clinic in Oberhausen. She has attended numerous seminars accredited by certified organizations and has participated in educational workshops and conferences.

Katsarou Agni Georgia is a Psychologist (MSc) and Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapist. She works privately, providing online sessions to adults and adolescents, while also collaborating with the Child Protection Unit "The Embrace," where she offers psychological support to children and adolescents through individual sessions, as well as parental counseling.

She studied Psychology at the University of Ioannina and holds a Master's Degree from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, in the Interdisciplinary Program "Applications of Psychology in Health" of the School of Medicine. She has completed a three-year training in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy at K.E.PSY.SY., and is currently training in advanced specialized education in Eating Disorders at KEADD.

As part of her professional training, she completed an internship at the Psychiatric Clinic of the General Hospital of Corfu and subsequently volunteered with the Detoxification Unit of the same hospital. She has participated in activities at the multidisciplinary detoxification center KETHEA Corfu, as well as at AMKE IASIS, an organization providing psychosocial support to vulnerable groups in Athens, taking part in group sessions, interventions, and the operation of interpersonal relations groups.

Simultaneously, she regularly attends seminars and conferences aiming at her continuous scientific development and enhancing the effectiveness of her therapeutic work. She writes articles for psychology magazines and maintains an active interest in research and current scientific advancements. She is a member of the Corfu Psychologists Association.

Το Κέντρο Ψυχοθεραπείας & Συμβουλευτικής "Ψυχής Ευεξία" - Αντωνάκη Βαρβάρα βρίσκεται στο Ρέθυμνο. Επιστημονική Υπεύθυνη του κέντρου είναι η Ψυχολόγος Msc - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια Αντωνάκη Βαρβάρα. Είναι απόφοιτη του τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Πανεπιστημίου Nottingham Trent University με Μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές στην Ψυχολογία της Υγείας (M.Sc. in Health Psychology University of Bedfordshire 2014-2015). Παράλληλα, ολοκλήρωσε την εκπαίδευση του Health Psychology in Public Health Network στην Ανάπτυξη παρεμβάσεων στην δημόσια υγεία «Developing Interventions in public health”. Μετά την ολοκλήρωση των σπουδών της παρείχε εθελοντικά τις υπηρεσίες της ως Σύμβουλος Ψυχικής Υγείας για τρία χρόνια στην Ψυχιατρική κλινική και στον Ξενώνα Βραχείας Παραμονής «Ηλιοτρόπιο» του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Ρεθύμνου και διατηρούσε ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Ρέθυμνο. Ειδικεύεται στην Γνωσιακή Αναλυτική Ψυχοθεραπεία (Cognitive analytic therapy-CAT) από το Ιατρικό Ψυχοθεραπευτικό Κέντρο Θεσσαλονίκης και είναι τακτικό μέλος της Πανελλήνιας Εταιρείας Γνωστικής Αναλυτικής Ψυχοθεραπείας. Επίσης εκπαιδεύομαι στην Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία από την ΑμΚε Αλληλεπίδρασις, Chamber of training institutes European Family Therapy Association. Είναι μέλος του Βρετανικού Συλλόγου Ψυχολόγων. Από το 2017 έως το 2023 διατηρούσε ιδιωτικό γραφείο στην οδό Μοάτσου. Διαθέτει μεγάλη εμπειρία σε όλο το φάσμα της ψυχοπαθολογίας (αγχώδεις διαταραχές, κρίσεις πανικού, ψυχοσωματικά, συναισθηματικές διαταραχές) καθώς και σε θέματα που αφορούν κάποια χρόνια νόσο (παχυσαρκία, αυτοάνοσα νοσήματα, καρκίνος). Επίσης, σε δυσκολίες που οφείλονται σε μεταβάσεις (πανελλήνιες εξετάσεις, φοιτητική ζωή, γάμος, γέννηση παιδιού, διαζύγιο, πένθος). Έχει συμμετάσχει ως βασική ομιλήτρια σε ημερίδες ψυχικής υγείας και αναλάβει βιωματικά σεμινάρια που απευθύνονται σε γονείς παιδιών σχολικής ηλικίας και εφήβων. Βρίσκεται σε συνεχή αναζήτηση για την ενίσχυση των γνώσεων μου και σε συνεχή εποπτεία από Πανεπιστημιακούς Διδάκτορες Ψυχοθεραπευτές και Ψυχιάτρους. Από το 2020 είναι γραμματέας του κοινωνικού συνεταιρισμού Κοι.Σ.ΠΕ νομού Ρεθύμνου «ΑΡΩΔΑΜΟΣ», που έχει ως στόχο την ανάπτυξη δραστηριοτήτων για την απασχόληση ατόμων με ψυχοκοινωνικά προβλήματα για την ισότιμη συμμετοχή τους στην κοινωνική και οικονομική ζωή.

Zourmpakis Tzon Kai Synergates is a Psychologist who maintains a private practice in Rethymno. He holds a degree in Psychology from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and a postgraduate degree in Psycholinguistics. He is a certified psychologist by the Greek state, an established hypnotherapist, and a Master Hypnotist. He is a regular member of the Hellenic Psychological Society, a senior member of the Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists and Hypnotherapists Association, as well as a member of the International Institute of Complementary Therapists. Through his work, he places special emphasis on resolving deeply rooted emotional beliefs and behaviors. He also focuses on the treatment and management of chronic pain, applying Cognitive Behavioral Therapy practices combined with Regression Hypnotherapy and Counseling. Additionally, he teaches meditation and Tai Chi practices, as well as guidance on the application of mindfulness in daily life. These practices serve as tools both for those already on a journey of spiritual exploration and for those seeking simple and practical tools to improve their everyday life. The Psychologist, deeply valuing the importance of the therapeutic relationship, establishes relationships of trust and collaboration with his clients. Thanks to his extensive experience, he is able to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment where individuals can feel accepted, heard, and supported.