Health professionals for Phobias near Pedion tou Areos

Konsoulaki Athina is a Clinical Psychologist licensed to practice. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete and holds a two-year Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology, Psychopathology, and Psychoanalysis from the University Paris Descartes (Université Paris Cité).

She has worked in mental health facilities in Paris and Athens, supporting children, adolescents, and adults, as well as in specialized therapy centers and a private school unit. In recent years, she has collaborated with the Mobile Mental Health Unit of the Western Cyclades under the Regional Development and Mental Health Company (EPAΨY), providing therapeutic and community services. Additionally, she serves as a reception figure at Our Big House, a space for children aged 0-4 and their parents, inspired by the Green House of the French psychoanalyst Françoise Dolto.

Since 2021, she has been attending a Psychoanalytic Training program at the Center for Psychoanalytic Research of Athens (KΨE). In her private practice in Kypseli, she sees children, adolescents, and adults in both Greek and French.

Η Ειρήνη Καρατσά είναι Κλινική Ψυχολόγος (MSc) και Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια. Διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στην Κυψέλη και εργάζεται με ενήλικες, εφήβους και γονείς.

Αναλαμβάνει ατομικές συνεδρίες και συμβουλευτική γονέων, με βασικό άξονα τη Συστημική Θεραπεία. Η συστημική προσέγγιση εξετάζει τις δυσκολίες του ατόμου σε συνάρτηση με τις σχέσεις και το περιβάλλον του, δίνοντας έμφαση στον τρόπο με τον οποίο διαμορφώνονται και επαναλαμβάνονται μοτίβα στις σχέσεις και στην επικοινωνία.

Έχει πολυετή εμπειρία στην ατομική και ομαδική θεραπεία, καθώς και στην ψυχοκοινωνική υποστήριξη διαφορετικών και ευάλωτων πληθυσμών. Από το 2022 εργάζεται ως Ψυχολόγος στο ΚΕΘΕΑ, όπου πραγματοποιεί ατομικές και ομαδικές θεραπευτικές παρεμβάσεις σε άτομα με εξάρτηση από ουσίες, μεταξύ άλλων σε κρατούμενους και αποφυλακισμένους. Έχει επίσης εργαστεί για αρκετά χρόνια στον χώρο του προσφυγικού παρέχοντας ψυχολογική υποστήριξη και διαχείριση περιστατικών σε συνθήκες κρίσης.

Έχει ολοκληρώσει την εκπαίδευσή της στη Συστημική Θεραπεία και είναι πιστοποιημένη από την EFTA (European Family Therapy Association). Επιπλέον, διαθέτει μεταπτυχιακό δίπλωμα ειδίκευσης στο «Ποινικό Δίκαιο και Εξαρτήσεις» και εκπαίδευση στη Συμβουλευτική Γονέων.

Στη θεραπευτική διαδικασία δίνει έμφαση στη δημιουργία μιας σχέσης εμπιστοσύνης και συνεργασίας, με στόχο την κατανόηση και επεξεργασία των δυσκολιών που φέρνει κάθε άνθρωπος στη θεραπεία.

Tsixlas Fotis is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice located in Gkyzi, on Alexandras Avenue. He holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete and a master's degree in Health Psychology from Aston University in the United Kingdom. He has attended the postgraduate seminar in Clinical Psychopathology "Panagiotis Oulis" at the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of the University of Athens. He is a certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Psychotherapist, having completed his studies at the Institute of Behavioral Research and Therapy (ΙΕΘΣ). He has worked at the Institute of Preventive, Environmental, and Occupational Medicine Prolepsis, conducting research in the field of health promotion. Additionally, he has served at the Ministry of Education and Religious Affairs as a Psychologist in Centers for Interdisciplinary Evaluation and Counseling, providing counseling services and assessment of learning difficulties. Concurrently, he collaborates with the Panhellenic Association for the Protection, Information & Assistance of Children with Heart Disease "The Heart of the Child," where he volunteers counseling services to parents of children with congenital heart disease. He specializes in anxiety management, interpersonal relationships, mood, and personality disorders. Furthermore, he focuses on supporting and improving the quality of life for individuals with chronic conditions, as well as promoting health through the adoption of healthier behaviors.

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.

Mariolis Athanasios is a Mental Health Counselor - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Ampelokipoi. He trained in Integrative Counseling at the Athens Synthesis Center, certified by the University of Glasgow, COSCA. He also holds a degree in Counseling Skills from the same institution. He has completed training at the Lifelong Learning Center of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in Grief and Emotional Trauma Management, Gender Roles and Stereotypes, as well as Self-Improvement and Assertive Behavior. Additionally, he has attended a training program in LGBTQ+ Counseling. He is continuing his education in Psychotherapy at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, in a 4-year international specialization program in Counseling and Psychotherapy, where he has completed study cycles in Systemic and Narrative Approaches. Finally, he collaborates with the Mental Health Structure "Synypaxis," where he offers his services voluntarily to economically vulnerable adults.

His passion for the cognitive field of Psychology motivated him to shift from his initial studies in Economics to the field of Mental Health. He believes in the profound reciprocal value of working on oneself and operates within a framework of acceptance, respect, trust, and empathy, serving as a companion on each client’s unique journey toward personal development and well-being.

Anagnostou Xrysanthi is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a psychoanalytic orientation, providing sessions for adults. She is also a collaborator at a Social Clinic in Athens, offering services in the field of mental health. In the past, she has worked at the Center for Vocational Preparation and Psychosocial Rehabilitation of the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of the University Hospital of Athens, Aeginiteio, and at the Hellenic Society for the Protection and Rehabilitation of Disabled Persons (ELEPAP), in the Neuropsychological Rehabilitation Department for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI ELEPAP) in collaboration with the Brain Injury Day Treatment Program of the Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine, New York Medical School, and Aeginiteio Hospital. She has also worked as a Psychologist in the International Organization for Migration - Filoxenia Project. She studied Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences and completed postgraduate studies in the History of Philosophy at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. For several years, she attended Clinical Training at the Forum of Lacanian Psychoanalysis, International Forums – School of Psychoanalysis of the Lacanian Forum, and more recently, she has been training at the Center for Psychoanalytic Research Athens, Clinical Branch of the NLS (New Lacanian School), the Freudian Field, and the Ecole de la Cause Freudienne (ECF), where she is an active member, engaging in ongoing training, presentations, participation in study Cartels, clinical conferences, workshops, seminars, etc. Simultaneously, she has completed a two-year program in "Psychoeducational Interventions - Behavioral Family Therapy in Psychosis" at the Research University Institute of Mental Health, and attended the postgraduate seminar on "Clinical Psychopathology 'Panagiotis Oulis'" at Aeginiteio Hospital. She is a regular member of the Association of Greek Psychologists.

Christina Polyzou is a psychologist and psychotherapist, offering evidence-based psychological support at her private practice in Ampelokipoi, Athens and online. Her therapeutic approach is grounded in scientific research and tailored to the unique needs of each individual.

She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Greenwich, and two Master’s degrees from King’s College London: one in Health Psychology and another in Developmental Psychology & Psychopathology. Her studies in Health Psychology provided her with an in-depth understanding of the intricate connection between mental and physical health, as well as the psychological impact of illness and the process of adapting to life’s challenges. In parallel, her work in Developmental Psychology focused on behavioural genetics, exploring the interaction between genetic predisposition and environmental influences in shaping psychological wellbeing. She also received specialised training in perinatal mental health, gaining a deeper understanding of the emotional and psychological transitions that occur during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

Her clinical experience includes work at the South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, one of the UK’s leading mental health institutions. There, she gained hands-on experience in the application and assessment of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT). She has also completed training in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), a scientifically validated approach for processing traumatic experiences. A key aspect of her ongoing professional development is her advanced training in Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) at the Compassionate Mind Foundation, under the direct guidance of Paul Gilbert and other leading experts who have developed adaptations of CFT for specific clinical difficulties.

Each person brings their own story, challenges, and goals to therapy. Some seek relief from anxiety, stress, or low mood; others may be grappling with intense self-criticism, low self-worth, or difficulty connecting in relationships. Many are simply looking to understand themselves better and to live a life that feels more authentic and meaningful. Therapy offers a space to explore these experiences safely and constructively, working together to foster change that lasts.

At the heart of her practice is the belief that therapy is built on trust, empathy, and respect for the individuality of each person. There are no ready-made solutions or fixed pathways—each therapeutic journey is shaped around the person’s unique needs, values, and aspirations.

All sessions are conducted within a framework of confidentiality and professional integrity, following the highest standards of ethical psychological practice.

Ntente Myrto is a Psychologist, Psychosexual Therapist, and Psychotherapist, with a private practice in Kypseli, where she offers both in-person and online sessions.

She holds a dual degree in Psychology from the American College of Greece (Deree) and the Open University of the United Kingdom. She completed postgraduate studies at the University of Central Lancashire in Psychosexual Therapy. Subsequently, she specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling in Athens.

Throughout her professional career, she has worked with diverse populations: from elderly individuals in care units—providing psychotherapeutic support and psychometric assessments—to children and adolescents in summer camps. She has collaborated with the Institute of Mental & Sexual Health of Dr. Thanos Askitis, managing clinical cases, as well as with the Hellenic Sexological Institute during her postgraduate internship.

She has served as a speaker at the 4th Panhellenic Interdisciplinary Congress of Sexology, presenting a paper titled “Perfectionism and Its Impact on Sexual Functions.” Additionally, she has attended a series of specialized seminars in the fields of mental and sexual health and holds certification for administering the WAIS IV adult intelligence assessment tool.

Her clinical expertise includes:

• Sexual dysfunctions
• Eating disorders
• Anxiety disorders, phobias, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Trauma management
• Interpersonal difficulties
• Family issues & relationship matters

Ana de la Guía is a qualified Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist and professional license holder. After completing her five-year studies in Psychology at the University of Jaén, Spain, she continued her studies at the University of Málaga in a pre-doctoral master's degree in Social Research and Intervention. After that, she specialized in a four-year certified program by the European Association for Psychotherapy in Person-centered Psychotherapy at the College of Humanities ICPS in collaboration with the University of Strathclyde (Scotland). Later, she completed a two-year master's degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of Elche, Spain. Ana has also specialized in cognitive behavioral therapy as a Bachelor's and Master's approach and she has completed the first level of EMDR in trauma. In this moment, she has just completed her specialization in sexual therapy from the University of Valencia. As a personal interest, she studies existential psychology, as well as philosophy and anthropology. She is currently taking a training program in Couples Counseling Therapy at KETHESY. During her professional career she has worked in the public and private sectors in Spain and in Greece providing psychotherapy services in different contexts as well as psychosocial intervention in international organizations such as the UN High Commissioner, International Organization for Migration or the Greek Forum of Refugees. In recent years until today, she has been working privately providing individual and group sessions for adults and teenagers, educational programs and workshops as well as personal development retreats.

Stergiopoulou Vasiliki is a Clinical Psychologist, licensed to practice, and maintains a private practice in the Kypseli area. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete (BSc) and holds a master's degree (MSc) in Clinical Psychology from the University of Utrecht in the Netherlands. She has specialized in Group Analysis at the Athens Institute of Group Analysis, within the Open Psychotherapeutic Center, where she actively works as a Psychotherapist and Group Coordinator. Additionally, she has served as a Psychotherapist and Coordinator of therapeutic groups for children and adolescents at the Supportive Psychosocial Services Center "Amphiaraos," and has volunteered at EPANODO, providing psychological support for the smooth reintegration of released prisoners. She has also worked as a Clinical Psychologist at the National Center for Social Solidarity (E.K.K.A), providing counseling support through the 24-hour national emergency social assistance line 197 and the child protection hotline 1107. In the context of her continuous professional development, she completed a postgraduate program in Child Psychology at the University of the Aegean and has participated in numerous seminars and conferences. In her private practice, she offers individual psychotherapeutic sessions for adults, adolescents, and children, as well as group sessions, aiming to address a wide range of issues related to the improvement of mental health.

Η Δανάη Νταφούλη είναι κλινική ψυχολόγος (MSc) και ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στην περιοχή των Αμπελοκήπων στην Αθήνα από το 2022.

Σπουδές και Εκπαιδεύσεις

Σπούδασε στο Τμήμα Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών (2012–2016), όπου αποφοίτησε με άριστα. Έλαβε άδεια άσκησης επαγγέλματος ψυχολόγου από την Περιφέρεια Αττικής (αρ. πρωτ. 16792). Στη συνέχεια, πραγματοποίησε μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές στην Κλινική Ψυχολογία στο Πανεπιστήμιο του Leiden στην Ολλανδία (2018–2019).

Κατά την περίοδο 2020–2024, ολοκλήρωσε τετραετή εκπαίδευση στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφοριστική Ψυχοθεραπεία στην Εταιρεία Γνωσιακών Συμπεριφοριστικών Σπουδών, αποκτώντας θεωρητική και κλινική κατάρτιση στη θεραπεία ενηλίκων. Το 2025, εκπαιδεύτηκε στην τραυματοθεραπεία μέσω της πρωτοποριακής μεθόδου Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) στο Ινστιτούτο Τραυματοθεραπείας Αθηνών.

Το 2017 ήρθε για πρώτη φορά σε επαφή με το Motivational Interviewing (ΜΙ), μια τεκμηριωμένη θεραπευτική πρακτική για την ενίσχυση του κινήτρου για αλλαγή και την επίλυση της αμφιθυμίας. Η αρχική της εκπαίδευση πραγματοποιήθηκε στο Πανεπιστημιακό Νοσοκομείο του Άμστερνταμ στην Ολλανδία. Έκτοτε, δραστηριοποιείται στην εκπαίδευση και εποπτεία επαγγελματιών ψυχικής υγείας στο ΜΙ, συμμετέχοντας στη διοργάνωση και υλοποίηση εκπαιδευτικών σεμιναρίων σε συνεργασία με επιστημονικούς και θεραπευτικούς φορείς (ΚΕΘΕΑ/ΕΟΠΑΕ, ΕΚΠΑ, ΙΕΘΣ). Το 2026, έπειτα από συμμετοχή σε εξετάσεις και ολοκλήρωση της εκπαίδευσης Training for New Trainers (TNT), εντάχθηκε στη διεθνή κοινότητα Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT).

Επιπλέον, έχει παρακολουθήσει εκπαιδευτικά προγράμματα επιμόρφωσης σε διάφορα πεδία της ψυχικής υγείας, όπως σεμινάριο στη γνωσιακή συμπεριφοριστική θεραπεία για την αϋπνία (CBT-I), εξάμηνο πρόγραμμα επιμόρφωσης στην ψυχιατρική των εφήβων στο Αιγινήτειο Νοσοκομείο, ετήσιο πρόγραμμα εκπαίδευσης στις εξαρτήσεις και την ψυχική υγεία στο ΚΕΘΕΑ, καθώς και σεμινάριο στη δραματοθεραπεία. Έχει, επίσης, παρακολουθήσει εκπαιδευτικά προγράμματα του Ελληνικού Ερυθρού Σταυρού σχετικά με την παιδική προστασία και τη διαχείριση περιστατικών έμφυλης βίας και βασανιστηρίων.

Εργασιακή Εμπειρία

Το 2017, κατά την παραμονή της στην Ολλανδία συνεργάστηκε με την κλινική του Πανεπιστημιακού Νοσοκομείου του Άμστερνταμ (AMC) συμμετέχοντας στο ερευνητικό τους έργο, αναβαθμίζοντας πρωτόκολλα για την θεραπεία των εξαρτημένων. Μετά την επιστροφή της στην Ελλάδα, εργάστηκε κατά την περίοδο 2019–2021 σε προγράμματα του Διεθνούς Οργανισμού Μετανάστευσης (ΔΟΜ) και του Ελληνικού Ερυθρού Σταυρού, παρέχοντας ψυχολογική υποστήριξη σε ευάλωτες κοινωνικές ομάδες. Από το 2021 έως το 2025, εργάστηκε σε κέντρα θεραπειών παιδιών και εφήβων στην Αθήνα, καθώς και σε ενδοκρινολογική μονάδα του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών. Στο πλαίσιο της εργασίας της, παρείχε ατομικές και ομαδικές συνεδρίες σε παιδιά και εφήβους, καθώς και συμβουλευτική υποστήριξη σε γονείς. Από το 2022 έως σήμερα, διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο δουλεύοντας ψυχοθεραπευτικά.

Κατά τη διάρκεια των προπτυχιακών σπουδών της, πραγματοποίησε ετήσια πρακτική άσκηση στην Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Πανεπιστημιακού Γενικού Νοσοκομείου «Αττικόν». Στο πλαίσιο των μεταπτυχιακών σπουδών της, εργάστηκε στο Συμβουλευτικό Κέντρο του Πανεπιστημίου του Leiden, όπου ανέλαβε τα πρώτα της κλινικά περιστατικά. Επιπλέον, έχει συμμετάσχει σε εθελοντικές δράσεις, καθώς και σε σεμινάρια και ημερίδες στην Ελλάδα και στο εξωτερικό.