Health professionals for Phobias near Ymittos

Anna Vrettou is a Mental Health Consultant - Psychotherapist - Psychoeducator - Facilitator and maintains a private practice in Ilioupoli. Additionally, she collaborates with the Therapeutic Counseling Center (KE.THESY) in Chalandri, Attica as a psychoeducator for students.

Her theoretical approaches are based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Integrative Psychotherapy, and Gestalt, utilizing methods such as play therapy, art therapy, and drama therapy. She has completed a 4-year program in Mental Health Counseling and Couple Counseling, and continues to pursue training in Psychology at a private university as well as in Group Facilitation.

Dionysios Siafakas is a Psychology graduate from Neapolis University and holds a master's degree in "The Science of Stress & Health Promotion" from the Medical School of NKUA. He has extensive clinical experience through his collaboration with mental health organizations such as the child psychiatry department of the "Karamanadaneio" hospital, the "H Pammakaristos" foundation, and structures of the "Hellenic Red Cross." He specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, behavioral disorders, and stress management, applying modern cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.

Vlaxaki Anna is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Pangrati. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University and possesses a Professional Practice License. She has completed a four-year training program in group analysis at the Hellenic Organization for Education and Psychotherapy in Group Analysis (HOPE in GA). Additionally, she has attended a specialized seminar in Clinical Psychopathology from the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and EPIPSY. She has multidimensional experience in social and educational structures, with an emphasis on psychological support for individuals with autoimmune rheumatic diseases, vulnerable populations, adolescents, and children. 

Anna Olga Stasinopoulou is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Nea Smyrni. She studied Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She continued her studies at the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, where she completed a Master's degree in Child and Adolescent Mental Health, followed by a second Master's degree in Applied Psychology for Children and Adolescents. During her studies in Scotland, she trained and gained clinical experience in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for children, adolescents, and families, and completed a one-year training program in the Person-Centered Approach in Counseling. Subsequently, she returned to Greece and completed a four-year training program in Systemic-Family Psychotherapy at the Institute of Systemic Thinking and Psychotherapy. In the past, she has worked as a Mental Health Counselor for adults and children/adolescents both in Greece and abroad, within mental health services of the National Health Service (NHS) in the United Kingdom, in day centers and support structures for adults with autism and Asperger's syndrome, in Non-Governmental Organizations, and in Primary and Secondary Education. She provides individual psychotherapy for adults, psychotherapy for children and adolescents, family psychotherapy, parental counseling, and couples therapy.

Ο Χατζαντουριάν Σταύρος είναι Ψυχολόγος, διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στη Νέα Σμύρνη στο οποίο πραγματοποιεί τόσο διά ζώσης όσο και διαδικτυακές συνεδρίες με άτομα τα οποία κινητοποιούνται να εξελιχθούν σε διάφορους τομείς της ζωής τους, να οδηγηθούν σε υψηλότερα επίπεδα αυτογνωσίας ή/και που βιώνουν διάφορα ψυχοσωματικά συμπτώματα όπως κρίσεις πανικού, κατάθλιψη, άγχος και αγχώδεις διαταραχές, διαταραχές πρόσληψης τροφής κ.α. και με κύρια ψυχοθεραπευτική προσέγγιση την θεραπεία Gestalt. Τα τελευταία χρόνια ασχολείται με την τριτοβάθμια εκπαίδευση, ως κύριος καθηγητής Ψυχολογίας στο Μητροπολιτικό Κολέγιο Αθηνών. Έχει λάβει πτυχίο Ψυχολογίας στο Πανεπιστήμιο του Χρόνινχεν (University of Groningen) και τετραετή εξειδίκευση στην Ψυχοθεραπεία Gestalt στο Ινστιτούτο Ψυχοθεραπείας Gestalt Foundation of Athens. Επιπλέον, είναι κάτοχος μεταπτυχιακού με ειδίκευση στην Ψυχολογία Υγείας στο Πανεπιστήμιο του Buckingham (University of Buckingham). Έχει συμμετάσχει σε πολλές ημερίδες αναφορικά με την Ψυχοθεραπεία Gestalt αλλά και σε προγράμματα κατάρτισης του Εθνικού Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθήνας (ΕΚΠΑ) για  “Σεξουαλική διαπαιδαγώγηση παιδιών και εφήβων” και “Ειδική αγωγή και διεπιστημονικές πρακτικές”.    

Τόσο κατά τη διάρκεια, όσο και μετά το πέρας των βασικών του σπουδών, έχει εργαστεί σε ένα ποικιλόμορφο φάσμα εργασιακών πλαισίων τα οποία του επιτρέπουν να έχει εποπτική αντίληψη της Ψυχοθεραπείας. Έχει εργαστεί ως φροντιστής παιδιών με μαθησιακές δυσκολίες, αυτισμό και άλλες αναπτυξιακές διαταραχές στο Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο, με έμφαση στο δημιουργικό παιχνίδι. Επιπλέον, εργάστηκε ως διαχειριστής έκτακτων κλήσεων του Εθνικού Συστήματος Υγείας του Ηνωμένου Βασιλείου, η οποία απευθύνεται σε άτομα που βρίσκονται σε κάποια άμεση απειλή για την ψυχική ή σωματική τους υγεία. Τέλος, εργάστηκε εθελοντικά ως Σύμβουλος Ψυχικής Υγείας στον Μη Κυβερνητικό Οργανισμό “Μαζί για το Παιδί” όπου προσέφερε ψυχολογική υποστήριξη και καθοδήγηση σε γονείς, παιδιά, εφήβους και εκπαιδευτικούς.

Η Παγάνη Ιωάννα είναι Ψυχολόγος - Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια. Είναι απόφοιτη του τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών, με άδεια άσκησης επαγγέλματος Ψυχολόγου. Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία και Συμβουλευτική στο Κέντρο Συστημικής Μελέτης και Θεραπείας (Κε.Σ.Με.Θ.), το οποίο είναι μέλος της Ευρωπαϊκής Εταιρείας Οικογενειακής Θεραπείας (European Family Therapy Association - E.F.T.A.) και της Εθνικής Εταιρείας Ψυχοθεραπείας Ελλάδος (Ε.Ε.Ψ.Ε.). Στο τετραετές αυτό εκπαιδευτικό πρόγραμμα παρακολούθησε 1.410 ώρες εκπαίδευσης κλινικών εικόνων, συμμετείχε σε συνεδρίες ψυχοθεραπείας στα πλαίσια πρακτικής άσκησης, καθώς και σε ομαδικές και ατομικές εποπτείες. Το έτος 2025-2026 παρακολουθεί ποικίλα ετήσια εκπαιδευτικά προγράμματα, όπως «Συστημική Σεξολογία και Σεξοθεραπεία Ζευγαριών και Ατόμων» (Κε.Σ.Με.Θ.), «Εφηβεία: Εξερευνώντας Όρια, Σχέσεις και Ταυτότητες» (Κε.Σ.Με.Θ.) και «Σεξουαλική Διαπαιδαγώγηση Παιδιών και Εφήβων» (Ε.Κ.Π.Α.). Το 2023 συμμετείχε στην υβριδική επιστημονική διημερίδα «Ταυτότητες, κοινωνικό γίγνεσθαι και κλινική πράξη» της Συστημικής Εταιρείας Βορείου Ελλάδος (Σ.Ε.Β.Ε.) με βιωματικό εργαστήριο που είχε τον τίτλο «Πολυφωνία της Αμφισβήτησης». Εργάζεται ως ελεύθερος επαγγελματίας στον Πειραιά, διά ζώσης και διαδικτυακά, συναντώντας αιτήματα, όπως άγχος-αγχώδεις διαταραχές, ιδεοψυχαναγκαστική/καταναγκαστική διαταραχή, κατάθλιψη, πένθος, διατροφικές διαταραχές, θεραπεία ζεύγους, τραύμα, ψυχοσωματικά συμπτώματα, αναζήτηση ταυτότητας, επαγγελματικός προσανατολισμός, δυσκολίες στις σχέσεις. Η επαγγελματική της εμπειρία βασίζεται στην ψυχοθεραπευτική στήριξη εφήβων και ενηλίκων, καθώς και στην καθημερινή παρέμβαση σε παιδιά μέσα από εξειδικευμένες δομές. Στο Κε.Σ.Με.Θ. βρίσκεται δίπλα σε εκπαιδευόμενους ψυχοθεραπευτές ως συνθεραπεύτρια και συντονίστρια πρακτικής άσκησης σε συνεδρίες ενηλίκων. Στο ΕΛΛΟΓΟΝ προσφέρει ψυχολογική φροντίδα και αξιολόγηση σε παιδιά και εφήβους, καθώς και συμβουλευτική σε γονείς. Στο Therapy Nest της Dr. Άννας Κανδαράκη εργάστηκε θεραπευτικά με εφήβους και ενήλικες, ενώ μέσω των συνεργασιών της με ARBO, ΝΕΥΜΑ και ΑΛΜΑ έχει υποστηρίξει παιδιά με τυπική ή μη τυπική ανάπτυξη σε περιβάλλοντα ψυχικής ενδυνάμωσης, κοινωνικοποίησης, ένταξης και δημιουργικής απασχόλησης.

Skaltsas Mixail is a Psychologist who maintains a private practice in Neos Kosmos, where he provides services on both an individual and group basis. He studied Psychology at the University of Crete and subsequently moved to the United Kingdom to specialize in Clinical Psychology and Psychopathology, obtaining a master's degree (M.Sc.) from Swansea University in Wales. Following this, as part of the further continuation of his psychotherapeutic training, he enrolled in the four-year training program at the Institute of Group Analysis "S.H. FOULKES." In the past, he has worked at a counseling center for children, adolescents, and families, as well as at pre-departure detention centers for foreigners. He also has many years of experience as a psychologist in psychosocial rehabilitation units. His interests focus on individual psychodynamic psychotherapy, group analytic psychotherapy, psychoeducation, coordination of training for professionals working in mental health settings, as well as the study of psychoanalytic texts.

Skolarikou Eleni is a Psychologist, Child Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Neos Kosmos. She holds a degree in Psychology from the Open University UK. Subsequently, she completed postgraduate studies (MSc) in Applied Psychology at Derby University as well as in Child Development Psychology at the University of Central Lancashire. Additionally, she has completed a three-year postgraduate training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Adults at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling and has attended a postgraduate seminar in Positive Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (Positive CBT) at the Society for Cognitive Behavioral Studies. She has worked as a Psychologist in various settings, gaining valuable experience such as at the Red Cross Hospital, Korgialeneio - Benakeio, and the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling. In her private practice, she handles cases across the full spectrum of Psychology, conducting sessions with adults, children, adolescents, and parents.

A Step Beyond is a center for Counseling, Psychotherapy, Personal Development, Wellness, and Prosperity Growth. It was established by Kentro Psyxikis Ygeias Kai Euimerias A Step Beyond - Katranis Konstantinos Kai Synergates with the aim of providing therapies to individuals who wish to overcome their problems, to make their lives fuller and more beautiful, and to be guided towards wellness and prosperity through the necessary and appropriate means. The center’s specialists act as allies and companions for those who seek to discover new strategies and apply them, to enhance and utilize their internal resources, to learn new things or to view old matters from new perspectives, to heal traumas, to acquire new skills, to overcome fears and phobias, to eliminate chronic stress, and to live mindfully in the present moment, setting goals and achieving them. At A Step Beyond, the individual’s needs are addressed by selecting the appropriate specialist from among the trained Psychologists, Psychotherapists, Mental Health Professionals, or Personal Development Counselors to design a flexible and tailored evolution plan for each person.

Ο Κουστένης Γιάννης είναι Ψυχολόγος – Ψυχοθεραπευτής, με ειδίκευση στην Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία.  Είναι πτυχιούχος Ψυχολογίας, με μεταπτυχιακό στην Ψυχοθεραπεία και την Συμβουλευτική, στο University of East London.  Μετεκπαιδεύτηκε ως Υγειονομικός Ψυχολόγος στο Κέντρο Εκπαίδευσης Υγειονομικού της Πολεμικής Αεροπορίας. Εκπαιδεύτηκε στην βασική ΚΑΡΠΑ (καρδιοπνευμονική αναζωογόνηση). Εξειδικεύτηκε αφενός, στην Ειδική αγωγή και Εκπαίδευση και αφετέρου, στην Εφαρμοσμένη Σχολική Ψυχολογία, μέσω των επιμορφώσεων του στο Εθνικό και Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών (ΕΚΠΑ). Εργάστηκε σαν πρακτική άσκηση ή εθελοντικά, ως Ψυχολόγος και Ψυχοθεραπευτής, σε διάφορες Νοσοκομειακές, Δημοτικές, Ιδρυματικές- δομές/μονάδες παρακολούθησης ή φροντίδας ενηλίκων και ηλικιωμένων (περιστατικά νευρολογικής κλινικής, περιστατικά με Άνοια, Alzheimer, πάρκινσον, προβλήματα μνήμης, νοητικής ενδυνάμωσης, κινητοποίησης, αποκατάστασης, MS, ΑΕΕ, MCI, χρήσης ψυχομετρικών εργαλείων, γηριατρικής κλίμακας κατάθλιψης, κλπ) στη Νευρολογική Κλινική του Ναυτικού Νοσοκομείου Αθηνών, στην Κοινωνική Υπηρεσία του Δήμου Αγίου Δημητρίου με συνεδρίες, αλλά και ως Συντονιστής υπεύθυνος Ομάδας Αυτογνωσίας, στο Συμβουλευτικό Κέντρο του Μητροπολιτικού Κολλεγίου Αθηνών, στην Μονάδα Φροντίδας "Ακτιος Οδηγός". Εργάστηκε ως Υγειονομικός Ψυχολόγος στην Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του 251 Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Αθηνών.   Έκανε μαθητεία, ως Ειδικός Παιδαγωγός/Ψυχολόγος σε σχολικό περιβάλλον(φοίτηση και πλαισίωση μαθητών με αναπτυξιακές κλπ δυσκολίες). Εργάζεται ως Ψυχολόγος σε Σχολική Μονάδα και έχοντας βιώσει το Μοντεσσοριανό Σύστημα εκπαίδευσης και αγωγής και έχοντας συνεργαστεί σε σχολικά περιβάλλοντα και σε παράλληλη στήριξη, κατέχει μια ολοκληρωμένη γνώση και εμπειρία  της Ψυχολογίας των παιδιών και της οικογένειας. Διαθέτει και ευρύτερο γνωστικό υπόβαθρο σε διοικητική θέση/ανθρώπινο δυναμικό και στην Πληροφορική. Έχει παρακολουθήσει πλήθος σεμιναρίων (νευροψυχολογία, διαχείριση συναισθημάτων, διαχείριση πόνου, κλπ). Λειτουργεί το ιδιωτικό του γραφείο στον Άγιο Δημήτριο Αττικής και αναλαμβάνει συνεδρίες ενηλίκων, τόσο εξ αποστάσεως, όσο και δια ζώσης

Priniotaki Katerina is a Mental Health Counselor with a private practice in Pangrati. She has experience in individual psychotherapy and counseling. She studied Psychology at the American College (Deree) and holds a Master's degree (MA) in Counseling and Psychotherapy from the University of East London, with extensive hands-on experience in psychoanalytic therapy and supervision. Additionally, she has worked at the Elderly Care Unit of the Moschato Social Welfare Center. She has expertise in cases of anxiety disorders, panic attacks, eating disorders, depression, relationship counseling, bereavement, and more.

Kastriotis Dimitrios is a Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist and the scientific director of the "Synantisi" center in Agios Dimitrios. He studied Psychology at the Open University of England (Milton Keynes) and simultaneously specialized in Systemic - Family Therapy at the Systemic Education and Therapy Center (SKEPSYS). Additionally, he has specialized in Clinical Psychopathology through the seminar training program of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (EKPA) "Panagiotis Oulis." Furthermore, he is currently undergoing training as a supervisor for therapists and counselors. He began volunteering at the model juvenile shelter of Athens (EPAΑ) in Nea Ionia, a welfare facility under the jurisdiction of the Athens Prosecutor's Office that houses boys aged 8 to 18 who have been removed from their environments due to unsuitable conditions, where he later worked as an external collaborator. He has also worked at the lifelong learning center "Peri Psychis" as the lead instructor in systemic counseling and forensic psychotherapy and provides counseling services at the 1st KAPI of Nea Smyrni. Finally, he has attended numerous scientific seminars and conferences related to his field of expertise.

Aggelaki Dimitra - Eugenia is a Psychologist with a private practice located in Neos Kosmos. She graduated in Psychology from the University of Crete and specializes in Psychodynamic Clinical Practice. She has completed the two-year postgraduate program "Psychosexual Disorders: Diagnosis and Treatment" at the Research University Institute of Mental Health (EPIΨY). She has also been trained in "Eating Disorders" at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, as well as in the "Management and Psychoeducation of Anxiety and Depression" at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, she has completed the training program in Psychodynamic Clinical Practice at the Hellenic Organization for Psychotherapy and Education in Group Analysis (HOPEinGA). She has also attended postgraduate seminars in advanced-level psychodynamic psychotherapy and existential psychotherapy. She has worked in a private elder care facility, a private center for special therapies, and in the sexual health clinic of the University Psychiatric Clinic at Aeginiteio Hospital. Furthermore, she has given presentations at parent and guardian associations on the topic of psychosocial issues during adolescence. Additionally, she has volunteered with the Greek seropositives association "Positive Voice." In her private practice, she offers individual psychotherapy and counseling services for adults, both in-person and online, along with specialized interventions for the management and treatment of emotional disorders, interpersonal relationship issues, and eating disorders.

Anagnostou Spyros is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and operates a Private Adult Psychodevelopment Center in Ilioupoli. He completed his studies in Psychology at Glyndwr University and is pursuing a Master's degree in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy at the University of Lancashire (ICPS College). He is dedicated to guiding individuals on the path of self-awareness. The center's mission is based on enhancing personal development and understanding.

Vasilakis Kostis is a licensed Psychologist who offers psychotherapeutic sessions to adolescents and adults. His goal is to establish a therapeutic relationship characterized by empathy and acceptance, where the individual can explore the self and develop innate abilities within a safe and understanding environment.

He has worked in organizations such as the Ministry of Labor and in private therapeutic settings, providing counseling and psychological support, administering psychometric instruments, and collaborating closely with families.

He studied Psychology at the University of Nicosia and Communication at Panteion University. He has been trained in Systemic Therapy and specializes in Person-Centered and Focusing/Experiential Psychotherapy.

Sofia Aperi is an honors graduate Psychologist, BSc from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (EKPA), and holds a professional practice license. She works in counseling and psychotherapeutic settings (psychodynamic-psychoanalytic orientation). She undertakes individual therapies (adults, adolescents, children) as well as family and couples counseling. She provides her services both in-person and online, offering individual psychotherapy sessions with respect and responsibility. Notably, she has collaborated with the Mental Health Center of the Research University Institute of Mental Hygiene, Neurosciences & Precision Medicine "Kostas Stefanis" (E.P.I.P.S.Y.) and the Special Primary School of Agios Dimitrios. Additionally, she has academic research activity and has attended, among others, training programs on Loss and Grief Counseling, Depression, and Psychosomatic Disorders.

Tyropoulou Lilian is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Nea Smyrni. She graduated with honors in Psychology from the University of Greenwich, where she was awarded the highest grade in her department and achieved the second-best grade among international students at the university in 2015. Additionally, she holds specialized postgraduate degrees in Cognitive Neuroscience from University College London (UCL) and in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy from the University of Derby. During her research experience in London, she was trained in the assessment of psychometric and cognitive tools, as well as neuroimaging techniques. Beyond her university studies, she has received training on "Issues of Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity in Psychotherapy (LGBTQI+)" from psychologist Eva Spinou. As a volunteer, she has collaborated with the Non-Governmental Organization ANODOS, participating in clinical cognitive rehabilitation groups and promoting autonomy alongside the therapeutic team of the day center. Currently, she volunteers at the Polychromo School, which promotes research and education on Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity & Characteristics within the educational environment. Finally, she has attended seminars and conferences in Greece and London related to psychology and neuroscience, and she is a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Gavras Euripidis BSc, MA, PGDip is a Psychologist - Relational Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Pangrati, working therapeutically with adolescents, adults, and couples. He is a graduate of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Department of Psychology, and also graduated from the University of Ioannina, School of Philosophy, Pedagogy, and Psychology. He holds a Master's degree in Clinical - Counseling Psychology from LaSalle University, US, and is trained in Relational Psychoanalysis (Tampa Bay Institute for Psychoanalytic Studies - US), Cognitive Analytic Therapy Model, Relational Therapy, Group Psychotherapy following the interpersonal interaction model of I. Yalom, and has also received training in the Cognitive Behavioral approach.

He holds a License to Practice as a Psychologist (registration no. 24309/07) and is a regular member of the Hellenic Psychological Society. He is recognized as a Group Psychotherapist by the International Board for Certification of Group Psychotherapists (AGPA member) and is a member of the International Association for Relational Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy.

He is a collaborator and served as a regular member (2012-2025) of the Institute of Relational and Group Psychotherapy, and is now dedicated to his work as an Instructor and Clinical Supervisor in postgraduate specialization programs in Relational and Group Psychotherapy.

Yfanti Katerina is a Psychologist with a private practice in Pangrati. She holds a degree in Psychology from Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences, a master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Keele University (MSc), and has been trained in Person-Centered Therapy. She is a member of the BPS (British Psychological Society) and the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy). She has been trained in Behavioral Therapy specializing in Anxiety, Somatoform, and Sexual Disorders (THESY), in Clinical Hypnotherapy (Emotional Research Center & Self-esteem), in Counseling Support for Children of Infant, Child, and Adolescent age (Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling), in Parent Counseling (Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling), and in Trauma and Grief Therapy (Taking Flight International Corporation). For several years she worked in Psychosocial Rehabilitation structures of the Ministry of Health (EPSAMY), while simultaneously maintaining her private practice in Athens for over ten years, offering psychological services across the full spectrum of human behavior, creating a therapeutic framework of safety and trust.