Health professionals for Phobias in Athens

Matthaiou Dimitrios is a Psychologist and Child Psychologist trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at the Psychotherapy and Counseling Center and maintains a private practice in the Gyzi area of Attica.

Ο Τζήμας Αλέξανδρος είναι Ψυχολόγος MSc ψυχαναλυτικής κατεύθυνσης και εργάζεται ιδιωτικά με ενήλικες και εφήβους στο Κουκάκι. Σπούδασε στο Τμήμα Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού & Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών κι έχει ολοκληρώσει τις μεταπτυχιακές του σπουδές στην Κοινωνική Ψυχιατρική του Τμήματος Ιατρικής του Δημοκρίτειου Πανεπιστημίου Θράκης. Η κλινική του πρακτική έχει διαμορφωθεί μέσα από την πολυετή εργασία σε κοινοτικές υπηρεσίες ψυχικής υγείας, έχοντας εργαστεί με άτομα που έχουν βιώσει διάφορες μορφές ψυχικής δυσφορίας όπως άγχος, καταναγκασμούς, κατάθλιψη, συναισθηματικές διαταραχές, φαινόμενα ψύχωσης, δυσκολίες αλληλεπίδρασης. Παράλληλα με την ιδιωτική άσκηση και την ψυχαναλυτική του εκπαίδευση, έχει εργαστεί ως Επιστημονικά Υπεύθυνος σε Υπηρεσίες Ψυχοκοινωνικής Αποκατάστασης ατόμων με ψυχιατρική εμπειρία, συντονίζοντας και εποπτεύοντας τη λειτουργία τους.  

Στην επαγγελματική του πορεία είχε την ευκαιρία να έρθει σε επαφή με διαφορετικές διαστάσεις θεραπευτικών παρεμβάσεων, ενώ μέσα από το πρίσμα της Λακανικής Ψυχανάλυσης εστιάζει στον ιδιαίτερο τρόπο που η εκάστοτε εμπειρία καταγράφεται στα λόγια και την προσωπική ιστορία του καθενός. Στην κλινική του εργασία η ανάδειξη και η κατασκευή των συνδέσεων κάνει δυνατή την αναδιαπραγμάτευση της εμπειρίας και την επινόηση λύσεων με θεραπευτική επίπτωση. 

Κατά την τρέχουσα περίοδο εργάζεται, επίσης, στον τομέα της εργασιακής υποστήριξης ατόμων που αντιμετωπίζουν προκλήσεις με την ψυχική τους υγεία. Είναι μέλος του Φόρουμ Ψυχανάλυσης του Λακανικού Πεδίου της Αθήνας, όπου συμμετέχει σε κλινικές ομάδες και ομάδες εργασίας. Έχει συμμετάσχει σε πλήθος συνεδρίων και ημερίδων πάνω σε σύγχρονα θέματα ψυχικής υγείας κι έχει εκπονήσει εργασίες σχετικά με τις θεραπευτικές παρεμβάσεις στις ψυχώσεις. 

Georgiadou Vasiliki is a Mental Health Counselor, certified Psychotherapist, Yoga and Meditation Teacher, and Master Reiki Practitioner. She maintains a private practice in Metaxourgeio. She holds a BA Arts (Hons) degree from the University of Derby in the United Kingdom and is the representative/trainer in Greece for the British organization AVP (Alternatives to Violence Project), which specializes in non-violent communication systems within correctional facilities as well as broader social groups. Simultaneously, she is expanding her knowledge in Integrative Psychotherapy, specializing in Individual Psychotherapy. She holds the Certificate in Counselling Skills (COSCA). She completed her studies in Integrative Counseling to obtain the Diploma in Integrative Counselling and continues her psychotherapy training with the aim of understanding human psychological composition, behavioral and neurological differentiation, psychopathology, as well as the significance of positive psychology and its application in human life. As part of her personal research, she continuously seeks new therapeutic approaches concerning the connection and synthesis of physical expression and kinesiology with the deeper psychological needs and manifestations of the human psychosomatic system. Her articles have been published on the Scottish website “I’m Loving Yoga.”

Maria Kyvrikoseou is a Psychologist. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences and is continuing her studies at the Center for Systemic Education and Counseling "Allilepidrasis." She primarily works online, but face-to-face sessions are also available upon arrangement. Her philosophy of systemic psychotherapy is summarized by Virginia Satir's quote: "A person is born in relation, lives in relation, and is healed in relation." Therefore, the "problem" is examined and understood through the way the individual interacts with the people around them, rather than considering the individual as an isolated unit apart from the social context. Additionally, she has attended seminars related to Special Education at the University of Piraeus and School Psychology at Panteion University. She is committed to creating a safe, warm, and human space where everyone can express themselves freely, listen to their inner self, and discover new ways to relate both to others and to themselves. If you feel you are going through a period of change, reflection, or simply want to better understand yourself and your relationships, Ms. Kyvrikoseou will be happy to meet you.

Vavassori Nina is a Psychologist who maintains a private practice in the Panormou area, offering sessions with adults and adolescents both in-person and online. She is fluent in Greek, English, and French, facilitating the therapeutic relationship in multicultural settings and with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. She studied Psychology at DEREE – The American College of Greece and holds a master's degree in Applied Clinical Psychology from the University of Bath in the United Kingdom. Since 2020, she has been training in Systemic Family and Group Psychotherapy at the Athens Center for the Study of Man (ACMA). Her professional experience as a Psychologist includes working in schools with children and adolescents, providing psychological support in a hospital setting, as well as volunteering for telephone support services related to domestic violence. Currently, she also works as a Psychologist in a multinational company and privately sees adolescents and adults for both in-person and online sessions.

Theodorou Marigo is a psychologist-psychotherapist and maintains her private practice in Ilisia. She holds a degree in psychology from the University of Central Lancashire and is a trainee group psychotherapist at the S. H. Foulkes Institute of Group Analysis. She provides her services at the 7th municipal clinic of the Municipality of Athens, and has previously collaborated with various agencies and organizations such as the Society for Regional Development and Mental Health (EPAPSY), METAdrasi, and the digital platform "Speak to Me." Additionally, during her internship, she worked with the supportive and counseling 24-hour SOS hotline "By Your Side" of the Greek Network of European Women for women who have experienced violence. After completing her internship, she also provided counseling and psychotherapy services.

Robert Ian Kibet Ouko Babu is a Psychologist and Psychotherapist with private practices in Cholargos and Patissia, Athens. He holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Central Lancashire and a Master’s degree (MSc) in Integrative Psychotherapy and Counselling from the University of East London. He is currently completing his training in Person-Centered and Focusing-Oriented Experiential Psychotherapy at the Hellenic Focusing Center.

He is certified in Emotion Focused Couples Therapy by ICEEFT and the EFT Greek Network, and is also a certified Effective Parent Trainer through Gordon Hellas. In addition, he is currently completing a Master of Science in Global Health and Disaster Management at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.His clinical practice is grounded in the individual needs of each client and serves a diverse range of people. He actively supports diversity and inclusion, fostering a therapeutic environment where clients feel respected, heard, and understood.His therapeutic style is open, collaborative, and paced according to each client’s readiness and goals. He approaches every session with creativity and personal engagement, viewing therapy as a shared and evolving process. With many years of experience in psychotherapy, he follows a holistic approach, integrating multiple therapeutic models and methods to meet each person’s unique needs. He places emphasis not only on thoughts and emotions but also on bodily experience, recognizing the individuality of each client and their life context.

Fourtouni Myrto is a Psychologist and Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Mavili Square, where she provides psychotherapeutic services to adolescents and adults. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences. She possesses a master's degree specializing in Clinical Psychology from the University of Groningen, Netherlands, and is a doctoral candidate at the Department of Psychology at Panteion University. She is a trainee psychotherapist in the psychoanalytic/psychodynamic orientation, trained at DI.K.E.PSY. She has extensive experience in refugee and migrant-focused institutions, as well as in community psychiatry settings. Currently, she works at the Early Psychosis Intervention Unit of E.P.A.PSY. She actively participates in numerous seminars, workshops, conferences, and educational presentations related to psychoanalysis and clinical psychology.

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.

H Ελισσάβετ Μπαμπλέκου είναι Ψυχολόγος MSc-Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί το ιδιωτικό της γραφείο στην περιοχή των Αμπελοκήπων, πλησίον του μετρό Πανόρμου. Αποφοίτησε από το Τμήμα Ψυχολογίας του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου, έχοντας διεκπεραιώσει την πρακτική της άσκηση στο Κέντρο Ημέρας Μελισσίων-ΕΠΑΨΥ. Έχει εξειδικευτεί στη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία ολοκληρώνοντας πενταετή εκπαίδευση μαζί με εποπτεία στο Συστημικό Κέντρο Εκπαίδευσης και Ψυχοθεραπείας(ΣΚΕΨΥΣ) και είναι τακτικό μέλος της Ελληνικής Εταιρείας Συστημικής Θεραπείας (ΕΛΕΣΥΘ). Επιπλέον, κατέχει Μεταπτυχιακό τίτλο σπουδών στην Προαγωγή Ψυχικής Υγείας και στην Πρόληψη Ψυχιατρικών Διαταραχών (Ιατρική Σχολή, ΕΚΠΑ).

Από το 2011 έως σήμερα έχει εργαστεί σε πολλαπλά επαγγελματικά πλαίσια, όπως σε Σχολεία (Πρωτοβάθμια και Δευτεροβάθμια Εκπαίδευση), σε Κέντρα Ειδικών Θεραπειών, στη ΜΚΟ Solidarity Now και σε κοινωνικά προγράμματα του Δήμου Πειραιά. Επιπλέον, έχει προσφέρει εθελοντικά στο Δίκτυο Κοινωνικής Αλληλεγγύης και Ψυχολογικής Υποστήριξης "Συν-Ύπαρξη". Στο ιδιωτικό της γραφείο παρέχει υπηρεσίες ατομικής ψυχοθεραπείας, συμβουλευτική και θεραπεία ζεύγους, συμβουλευτική γονέων και οικογένειας. Έχει εργαστεί με ενήλικες κι εφήβους που βιώνουν πένθος, άγχος, κρίσεις πανικού και φοβίες, κατάθλιψη, μετατραυματικό στρες, ψυχοσωματικά προβλήματα, δυσκολίες επικοινωνίας και σχέσεων και μεταβάσεις ζωής (εγκυμοσύνη, γέννηση παιδιού, διαζύγιο, απώλειες, μετανάστευση, ασθένεια).

Στα πλαίσια της δια βίου μάθησης, φροντίζει την προσωπική της ανάπτυξη και εμπλουτίζει την επαγγελματική της ταυτότητα παρακολουθώντας σεμινάρια σχετικά με θέματα Ψυχικής Υγείας όπως, μεταξύ άλλων, η στήριξη παιδιών, εφήβων, οικογενειών και κοινοτήτων στο πένθος (ΜΕΡΙΜΝΑ), οι Περιγεννητικές Ψυχικές Διαταραχές (Πανεπιστήμιο Δυτικής Αττικής) η Ιατρική Ψυχολογία (ΕΚΠΑ), η Κινηματογραφοθεραπεία (ΕΚΠΑ), η χορήγηση Προβολικών Δοκιμασιών ΤΑΤ-CAT-Παιδικό ιχνογράφημα (ΔΙΚΕΨΥ) και η Ειδική Αγωγή (Μονάδα Αναπτυξιακής Παιδιατρικής, Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών).

Οι συνεδρίες μπορούν να διεξαχθούν και στα γερμανικά.

Kandiliotis Danae is a psychologist - psychotherapist and has a private office in the centre of Athens. She holds a BSc, MSc in Psychology and is a member of the Hellenic Association of Psychologists. Community of Behavior Analysis. In addition, she has completed two years of study at the two post-graduate trainings in the Department of Sociology of Panteion University, two post-graduate trainings in Cognitive-Behavioural Psychotherapy and is a Behavioural Analyst. In her office she undertakes a variety of clinical cases, mainly anxiety disorders, mood and personality disorders. She has worked extensively with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and has attended as speaker at conferences, workshops and television shows. In addition, she has conducted internship at the Smile of the Child and has also been a collaborator of the Local Mental Health Promotion Team of the Municipality of Nea Smyrni and other institutions. Finally, she has attended numerous seminars and trainings regarding Psychology issues and Psychiatry, while she is also involved in issues of work and Organizational Psychology. She serves in the Athens area, in the centre of Athens and in the area of Ampelokipi. Both offices are located at a minimum distance from metro stations.

Mitsa Maria MSc is a Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Ampelokipoi. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and holds a postgraduate degree in "Health Promotion and Education" from the Medical School and the Department of Psychology of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She trained in Systemic Psychotherapy and Counseling and has completed the clinical training program at the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of the Papageorgiou General Hospital of Thessaloniki. In recent years, she has worked in non-governmental organizations, providing psychological and psychosocial support to vulnerable populations as a psychologist, through individual and group sessions, and as a coordinator of a hosting structure for unaccompanied minors. Furthermore, she has worked as a psychologist in the design and implementation of national and European programs for the prevention and promotion of psychosocial health for children, parents, educators, and professionals. As part of her ongoing training and improvement of therapeutic practice, she attends educational seminars, receives systematic supervision, and follows a personal course of individual psychotherapy.

Katerina Aslanoglou is a Psychologist-Psychotherapist and PhD Candidate in Clinical Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT. Concurrently, she collaborates as part of her internship practice with the Institute for Research and Therapy of Behavior (ΙΕΘΣ). She graduated from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and completed her postgraduate studies in Health Promotion and Education at the Medical School of Athens, graduating with honors. Currently, she continues her academic career as a PhD Candidate in Clinical Psychology at the Department of Psychology of NKUA. Additionally, she has been trained in Counseling and Psychotherapy for LGBTQ+ individuals by Orlando LGBT - Mental Health Without Stigma. She has attended numerous seminars, is the author of scientific articles, and has participated in national and European scientific conferences. She works privately with adults in individual psychotherapy and simultaneously collaborates with an organization providing psychological support and empowerment to women and female-identifying individuals experiencing gender-based violence. Finally, she was honored with a commendation from the National Center for Social Solidarity (E.K.K.A) for her voluntary contribution to policies of inclusion and empowerment of LGBTQ+ individuals.

Anastasia Xani is a Psychologist-Psychotherapist conducting online sessions. She holds a BSc degree in Applied Psychology and a master's degree in Clinical Psychology and Counselling (MSc) from the University of Derby. She completed her internship at Roots Wellness Center as a Clinical and Counselling Psychologist, managing a substantial number of cases under clinical supervision. She has collaborated with Specialized Therapy Centers, conducting individual and group psychotherapy sessions with adults, adolescents, and children, as well as offering parental counselling. Currently, she provides online sessions, addressing issues such as anxiety, mood disorders, self-esteem, and confidence. Additionally, she has attended numerous seminars related to psychotherapeutic intervention, focusing primarily on cognitive-behavioral therapy. The main focus of her therapeutic approach is to establish a relationship of safety and trust with the client, aiming to improve their mental health.

Katerina Toulgaridou is a Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Gyzi. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and completed her internship at the “Thetis” Shelter of EPAPSY. Immediately after her degree, she began a four-year training in Systemic Psychotherapy at the Laboratory for the Investigation of Human Relations. In recent years, she has been working by providing individual psychotherapy and counseling sessions to adults. Her aim is to create a profound therapeutic relationship within a safe, warm, and supportive environment, enabling the patient to explore their emotions, thoughts, and various aspects of the self.

Ο Καλοβάδης Γιώργος είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπευτής - Ψυχοσεξολόγος και διατηρεί το ιδιωτικό του γραφείο στην Κυψέλη. Είναι κάτοχος πτυχίου Ψυχολογίας του Πανεπιστημίου Canterbury Christ Church, κάτοχος μεταπτυχιακού τίτλου σπουδών στην Ψυχοσεξουαλική Θεραπεία (Master of Science Psychosexual Therapy) του Πανεπιστημίου Central Lancashire, Ψυχοθεραπευτής του Athens Synthesis Center με τετραετής εκπαίδευση στην Συνθετική προσέγγιση ψυχοθεραπείας, κάτοχος του Ευρωπαϊκού Πιστοποιητικού Ψυχοθεραπείας ECP (European Certificate for Psychotherapy), κάτοχος άδειας ασκήσεως επαγγέλματος Ψυχολόγου για όλη την επικράτεια από την Περιφέρεια Αττικής καθώς και μέλος της Εθνικής Εταιρείας Ψυχοθεραπείας Ελλάδος (ΕΕΨΕ). H εμπειρία του αποκτήθηκε κατά τη διάρκεια της πολύχρονης συνεργασίας του, ως ψυχολόγος, σε δημόσιους και ιδιωτικούς φορείς, καθώς και στο ιδιωτικό του γραφείο που διατηρεί, αντιμετωπίζοντας πλήθος περιστατικών, όπως για παράδειγμα οι διαταραχές άγχους, οι φοβίες, οι ανεπιθύμητες σκέψεις, οι διαταραχές της διάθεσης, διαταραχές προσωπικότητας αλλά και θέματα σχέσεων κι επικοινωνίας ζευγαριών, καθώς και σεξουαλικές δυσλειτουργίες. Κατά την διάρκεια της επαγγελματικής του πορείας έχει παρακολουθήσει πλήθος σεμιναρίων και εκπαιδεύσεων και έχει συμμετάσχει σε ομάδες ψυχοθεραπείας τόσο ως θεραπευόμενος όσο και ως θεραπευτής. Και επειδή η εξέλιξη, τόσο βιωματική όσο και θεωρητική, δεν σταματάει ποτέ, βρίσκεται σε συνεχιζόμενη ψυχοθεραπευτική εκπαίδευση και εποπτεία. Ολοκλήρωσε την τετραετή εκπαίδευση του στην Συνθετική Προσέγγιση Ψυχοθεραπείας, μία μέθοδος που συνθέτει τις διάφορες ψυχοθεραπευτικές προσεγγίσεις και δημιουργεί ένα προσωπικό θεραπευτικό μοντέλο το οποίο ταυτίζεται με τις γνώσεις και την εμπειρία του ώστε να μπορέσει να επέμβει επιτυχώς σε όλα τα επίπεδα του ανθρώπινου ψυχισμού, νοητικό, συναισθηματικό, συμπεριφοράς και διαπροσωπικών σχέσεων, διευκολύνοντας έτσι τους θεραπευόμενους του να γίνουν η καλύτερη εκδοχή του εαυτού τους. Τα επιστημονικά και ερευνητικά ενδιαφέροντα του στον τομέα της ψυχολογίας και ψυχοθεραπείας εστιάζονται στους συναισθηματικούς δεσμούς πρόσδεσης που δημιουργούνται κατά την πρώιμη ηλικία και πως αυτοί επηρεάζουν τη μετέπειτα ζωή του ατόμου, καθώς και στην αξιολόγηση και διερεύνηση των αλλαγών στην θεραπευτική σχέση. Θεωρεί τον αλτρουισμό ως πηγή ευτυχίας και ταυτόχρονα ο εθελοντισμός και η παροχή βοηθείας στον συνάνθρωπό μας αποτελεί βασική αρχή και προτεραιότητα του. Έτσι προσφέρει τις υπηρεσίες του εθελοντικά, σε δομή ψυχικής υγείας του Δήμου Αθηναίων. Στο γραφείο του αναλαμβάνει πλήθος περιστατικών έχοντας πάντα στο επίκεντρο την καλύτερη δυνατή εξυπηρέτηση των εξατομικευμένων αναγκών, κάθε θεραπευόμενου που αναλαμβάνει.

Sotiropoulou Ifigeneia is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Kolonaki. She holds a degree in Psychology from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and a master's diploma in Counseling Psychology from the University of Athens. She specialized in systemic psychotherapy through the clinical program at the "Logou Psychis" Institute of Education and Research.

She has experience in Parent Counseling as a group coordinator, as well as counseling children and adolescents. She provides individual and group therapy for adults and couples. Additionally, as an adult educator and seminar presenter, she conducts seminars and lectures aimed at raising public awareness on a variety of topics.