Psychologist for Psychotherapy Online in Varkiza

I am a Greek Clinical Psychologist (MSc) - Psychotherapist that has lived in Greece, Italy and Netherlands. During the last years, I have gained a diverse range of clinical experiences working with individuals and families with a variety of mental health and developmental conditions. I completed my BSc in Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, followed by an MSc degree in Clinical Psychology at Utrecht University. To further my professional development, I am getting trained to become a Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapist from the Greek Association for Cognitive and Behavioral Psychotherapies, which is accredited by the European Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies (EABCT). During my Bachelor's Internship at Papanikolaou Psychiatric Hospital of Thessaloniki, I participated in group therapy sessions, consisted of individuals diagnosed with Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder and other psychotic disorders. I also gained experience in family and couple therapy, utilizing the systemic approach. During my Master's Internship at the Psychiatric Facilities of the General Hospital of Corfu, I provided psychoeducational interventions to individuals diagnosed with Schizophrenia and to their families, as well as one-on-one psychotherapy sessions to individuals struggling with emotional issues. At the same time, I participated in group sessions with individuals hospitalized at the Detox Unit of the clinic, who were struggling with addiction issues. During my working experience at a Dyslexia Center, I provided counseling to parents, as well as I conducted individual sessions with children and adolescents diagnosed with ADHD, Autism, and other developmental disabilities. In addition, I promoted social skills learning through the use of board games, CBT techniques, role-playing, and various psychoeducational materials. My decision to pursue a career as a psychotherapist stems from a profound love for understanding the intricacies of the human soul. This profession brings me immense fulfillment as it allows me to help individuals feel heard, gain deep self-awareness, and piece together the complex puzzles of their lives. Through this process, I assist them in finding meaning and moving closer to a sense of wholeness.

Η Πουλίδη Παυλίνα MSc είναι Κλινική Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια ενηλικών, εφήβων, παιδιών και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στην Βούλα. Είναι απόφοιτη του London Metropolitan University και έχει μεταπτυχιακό στην Ψυχολογία Υγείας (MSc in Health Psychology) από το Middlesex University. Είναι κάτοχος πτυχίου Συμβουλευτικής Ψυχολογίας. Κατόπιν ειδικεύτηκε στη Γνωσιακή- Συμπεριφορική ψυχοθεραπεία στην Α’ Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών Ε.Π.Ι.Ψ.Υ. Η πτυχιακή της διατριβή είχε θέμα την αντιμετώπιση της Παχυσαρκίας μέσω της γνωσιακής-συμπεριφορικής ψυχοθεραπείας. Παράλληλα έχει με αριστείο το μετεκπαιδευτικό πρόγραμμα της «Κλινικής Ψυχοπαθολογίας» στην Α’ Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών, Αιγινήτειο Νοσοκομείο. Έχει παρακολουθήσει τη βασική εκπαίδευση στη Θεραπεία Αποδοχής και Δέσμευσης (A.C.T.) στην Εταιρεία Γνωσιακών Συμπεριφοριστικών Σπουδών. Τα τελευταία χρόνια παρακολουθεί το 3ετές πρόγραμμα εξειδίκευσης στη Συστημική Οικογενειακής Ψυχοθεραπείας στο Τμήμα Ψυχιατρικής Εφήβων και Νέων, Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Αθηνών "Γεώργιος Γεννηματάς". Στον παρόντα χρόνο εκπαιδεύεται στις Ψυχοσεξουαλικές Διαταραχές στο Ερευνητικό Πανεπιστημιακό Ινστιτούτο Ψυχικής Υγιεινής.

Έχει προσφέρει πολυετή εθελοντική εργασία στο τμήμα ενηλίκων- παιδιών Κ.Ψ.Υ. Βύρωνα - Καισαριανής το οποίο υπάγεται στην Α’ Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών, Αιγινήτειο Νοσοκομείο. Έχει εργαστεί ως κλινική ψυχολόγος σε τμήμα οξέων περιστατικών στο Ψυχιατρικό Νοσοκομείο Αττικής, Δαφνί για διάστημα 4 ετών. Παράλληλα στα χρόνια τα οποία δραστηριοποιείται στον τομέα της Ψυχικής υγείας βρίσκεται σε εποπτείες για την βέλτιστη εξέλιξη της θεραπευτικής της πορείας των περιστατικών που αναλαμβάνει. Είναι πιστοποιημένη ψυχολόγος και κάτοχος ‘Άδειας Ασκήσεως Επαγγέλματος (Aρ. Πρωτ: 2342) από το Ελληνικό κράτος και μέλος του B.P.S. (British Psychological Society). Είναι πιστοποιημένη ψυχολόγος για την χορήγηση του τεστ προσωπικότητας MMPI-2 και του τεστ νοημοσύνης WAIS-IV. Το ενδιαφέρον της για τα παιδιά και τους εφήβους της οδήγησε να παρακολουθεί τα ετήσια ψυχαναλυτικά σεμινάρια στο Τμήμα Ψυχιατρικής Εφήβων και Νέων Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Αθηνών «Γεώργιος Γεννηματάς. Επίσης έβαλε το 2024 Πιστοποιητικό επιμόρφωσης από το Κέντρο Επιμόρφωσης και Δια Βίου Μάθησης του Πανεπιστημίου Αιγαίου (Κ.Ε.ΔΙ.ΒΙ.Μ.) στη Σχολική Ψυχολογία. Εξειδικεύεται στην αντιμετώπιση του άγχους, της κατάθλιψης, των κρίσεων πανικού, στη διαχείριση πένθους, στη θεραπευτική αντιμετώπιση φοβιών, στην αντιμετώπιση των διατροφικών διαταραχών και της παχυσαρκίας. Η εμπειρία της περιλαμβάνει συνεδρίες στο πλαίσιο της αντιμετώπισης της χαμηλής αυτοεκτίμησης, τις δυσλειτουργικές σχέσεις, την θετική σύνδεση με τον εαυτό καθώς και την ψυχική ενδυνάμωση.

Bivian Mpaika is a Psychologist - Systemic Family Psychotherapist and provides private sessions. She studied Psychology at the Open University of the United Kingdom and trained in Systemic - Integrative Psychotherapy for adults and families at the Laboratory for the Exploration of Human Relationships. She also holds the European Certificate of Psychotherapy (ECP). Initially, choosing to work with adolescents, she studied Physics at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and deepened her understanding of their pedagogical and psychological needs during her postgraduate studies at the Open University. While working in secondary education, she voluntarily coordinated psychoeducational and career guidance programs. Providing her services voluntarily at KETHEA, she participated as an assistant therapist in groups for parents, partners, and siblings of individuals with addiction. She also took part as a co-coordinator of counseling groups for educators. In the field of psychology, she has attended numerous training and educational programs and continues to enhance her skills on topics such as couples therapy, grief management, self-criticism, divorce, addictions, and more.

Barla Christina is a Psychologist, licensed to practice, and maintains a private practice in Glyfada. She completed her studies in Psychology at the University of East London and subsequently completed her Master's degree in Clinical and Community Psychology at the same university. She was trained in the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy model and worked at the Attica Psychiatric Hospital "Dromokaiteio."

Lykourentzou Xrysanthi is a Mental Health Counselor with a private practice in Glyfada. She studied Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a diploma (HPD) in Counseling & Psychology from the Mediterranean College. She possesses a Training Certificate in "Couples and Family Counseling and Therapy" from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, as well as a Training Certificate in "Cluster B Personality Disorders." She has worked at the Psychological Support & Therapy Company (E.PSY.THE), providing individual sessions to clients. Her specialties include Counseling, Anxiety Disorders, Person-Centered Approach, Personality Disorders, as well as Couples and Family Counseling and Therapy.

Foskolou Elisavet is a Psychologist with a private practice in Voula. She is a PhD candidate in the Department of Psychiatry at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Panteion University. Additionally, she completed her postgraduate specialization in Clinical Psychology at Columbia University in New York and specialized in child and adolescent mental health as well as reproductive-related psychological difficulties in women, including emotional and anxiety disorders during pregnancy and postpartum, premenstrual symptoms, and menopause associated with psychological difficulties. She has extensive clinical training that includes providing services in hospital and community settings, as well as outpatient clinics. Currently, she serves as a Clinical Psychologist and clinical practice supervisor at the UNESCO Chair of Adolescent Health and Medicine of the First Pediatric Clinic of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, at the General Children’s Hospital "Agia Sofia." Finally, it is noteworthy that she is a founding member of the Hellenic Society for the Study and Promotion of Interpersonal Therapies.

Lydia Vossou, MSc, is a Clinical Psychologist – Psychotherapist specializing in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and maintains a private practice in Glyfada, offering services to children, adolescents, and adults. She possesses comprehensive academic training in the field of Psychology. She completed her undergraduate studies (BA) in Psychology at the American College of Greece (Deree) and at the Open University of the United Kingdom, with a minor in Biology. She holds a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Clinical Psychology from Utrecht University. She has completed recognized training in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) according to EABCT standards and continuously updates her knowledge in contemporary therapeutic approaches. She has experience in the use of psychodiagnostic instruments (WISC-V, WAIS-V, MMPI-2) and has been trained in relaxation techniques, mindfulness, EMDR, and therapeutic interventions for sexual dysfunctions. She completed clinical training at the University Clinic of the "Agia Sofia" Children's Hospital and collaborates with specialized mental health organizations, such as the Institute for Research and Therapy of Behavior, as well as reputable online psychotherapy platforms. In her clinical practice, she places particular emphasis on creating a safe, collaborative, and confidential therapeutic relationship. She provides evidence-based interventions tailored to the individualized needs of each person, aiming for a meaningful understanding of difficulties and sustainable psychological empowerment. She is a member of the Greek Psychological Society and actively participates in scientific conferences and initiatives, continuously investing in the ongoing development of her clinical practice.

Mpoura Eugenia is a Mental Health Counselor with postgraduate studies (MSc) in Integrative Counseling and Psychotherapy from the University of Derby (UK) and specialization in Systemic Counseling. She has completed the three-year program "Skills and Interventions in Systemic Counseling" at the Laboratory for Exploring Human Relationships led by Dr. Haris Katakis and holds a Certificate of Specialization in the Systemic Approach. Her counseling philosophy focuses on empowering the authentic self and deconstructing limiting beliefs, aiming for each individual to discover and follow their own path, free from social roles and traditions that impose what one "should" be. With particular dedication and passion, she supports women who feel restricted in their choices and lives, helping them to gain voice, confidence, self-esteem, and freedom of personal expression. She offers individual sessions and group support on issues such as low self-esteem and confidence, difficulties in interpersonal relationships, challenges in the parenting role, grief and loss, anxiety, and personal empowerment. She has also been trained in energy therapy approaches, emphasizing the strengthening of the inner child and the healing of wounds. She has conducted experiential workshops and talks in nurseries and companies, and was a member of the scientific team of Teen-up, an online support program for adolescents, young people, and parents, through which she led seminars on the parent-child relationship, self-confidence, and personal development. She is an active member of the Hellenic and European Counseling Associations.

Stogiannou Ioanna BSc, MA is a licensed Psychologist (license no. 1131393), Psychotherapist (holder of the European Certificate of Psychotherapy ECP), and Supervisor, with a private practice in Glyfada. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Strasbourg. Additionally, she has a degree and a master's degree in Counseling and Psychotherapy (Middlesex University, London). She has completed a four-year postgraduate program in Integrative Psychotherapy (Athens Synthesis Center). She provides counseling and psychotherapy sessions to adults and adolescents. She coordinates parenting schools as well as personal development and self-awareness groups. Furthermore, she offers couple counseling and divorce management sessions. She has participated in numerous seminars and conferences on psychology and psychotherapy. She is intellectually curious, believes in the value of lifelong learning, and continually enriches her knowledge in the field of Psychology. She adheres to the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct of the National Society of Psychotherapy of Greece, of which she is an active member. She applies an integrative treatment model with acceptance and respect for the needs and individual characteristics of each person.