Health professionals for Psychotherapy Online near Vironas

Lyra Eleni is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist licensed to practice and maintains a private office in Pangrati. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at the Faculty of Philosophy of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki in 2012 and has been trained in EMDR Therapy. Since then, she has dedicated herself to the science of psychology as a therapist, initially training in early intervention for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Following this experience, she continued her psychotherapy training and specialized in Clinical Expressive Art Therapy at the Aion Institute under the guidance of Dr. Avi Goren Bar. Since 2015, she has maintained her private practice, where she provides psychotherapy services, specializing in various areas. Ms. Lyra offers a safe and supportive environment (a space where you can explore and express your emotions without fear), individualized therapies (together you will create a therapeutic program tailored to your specific needs and goals), and various techniques (she employs a variety of therapeutic techniques, including art therapy, to help you find new ways to cope with life’s challenges). Additionally, she offers services such as anxiety and stress management, panic attack treatment, depression management, emotional difficulties support, relationship and family problems management, and assistance with self-esteem and personal development issues. She has served as a board member of the Association of Expressive Therapists of Greece and actively participates in numerous conferences and seminars aimed at her ongoing professional development and excellent training. Finally, she has completed studies in acting and is professionally involved in theater and cinema.

Haroula Tsatsani is a Psychologist, graduate of the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), and a Relational Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist, certified by the Institute of Relational and Group Psychotherapy (ISOPS). She is a member of the International Association for Relational Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy (IARPP) and the American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA). She has successfully completed the Master's Program in "Clinical Management of Addictions" at the Athens Medical School and has extensive clinical experience in public and private mental health institutions. She has collaborated with Day Centers (Ariadni–KMOP, Galini–Prometheus), the Psychological Support Hotline 10306, primary and secondary education schools as a school psychologist, as well as hospitals such as "Evangelismos". Additionally, she has experience in the diagnosis and treatment of sexual dysfunctions, as well as supporting children and adolescents in shelters for unaccompanied minors. Currently, she maintains a private practice in Mets, providing psychotherapy to adults and adolescents facing difficulties in interpersonal relationships, mental disorders, psychosomatic symptoms, addictions, and other challenges. Simultaneously, she collaborates with the psychotherapeutic center "Psychoplefsi" in Athens and the Konstantakou office in Western Attica. She holds a Professional Practice License as a Psychologist (7894/12.10.2016) and receives consistent supervision and training, continuously advancing her personal and professional development.

Aretaki Dafni is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Ymittos and Corinth. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences, possesses a Master's degree in Political Science and Sociology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, and has completed four years of training in Group Analysis. She has worked as a trainer in intercultural training programs for public sector personnel nationwide (detention centers, local government, and municipal police) and as a supervisor of the cultural mediation team at the General Thoracic Diseases Hospital "Sotiria." She has collaborated with the Hellenic Society for the Rheumatic Diseases, mainly providing psychological support to individuals with rheumatic conditions through a helpline and support groups. She currently works privately, offering psychological support and analysis for adolescents and adults in both individual and group settings. She follows the psychodynamic approach and provides individual, group, and couple therapy sessions.

Danai Kousta is a Psychologist - Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist for adults, adolescents, and young adults, maintaining a private practice in Zografou while also working as a school psychologist. She holds a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a Master's degree from the Medical School of Athens in "Promotion of Mental Health – Prevention of Psychiatric Disorders." She has received training in Psychoanalytic Theory and Practice in the "Epekeina – Psychoanalytic Practice" program, where she is also a collaborating member. She has conducted scientific work at Aeginiteio Hospital as an external collaborator of the Personality Disorders Unit and the Psychological Laboratory. Finally, she has worked in secondary education as well as in KEDASY (Centers for Differentiated Diagnosis, Diagnosis, and Support).

Aggelopoulou Aggeliki is a licensed Psychologist maintaining a private practice in Athens in the Hilton area, holding a degree in Psychology from the University of Essex (United Kingdom) and a master's degree in Clinical Psychology (MSc) from London Metropolitan University. She specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Adult Counseling, and the administration of psychometric tests MMPI-2 and MMPI-3. She continues to advance professionally through specialized training in modern psychotherapy methods such as Virtual Reality Therapy (VRET) and psychological assessment, aiming to provide evidence-based and personalized care. She is a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society (BPS), a full member of the Hellenic Counseling Society (HCS), and a full member of the European Association for Counselling (EAC).

H Παραπόδα Αλεξάνδρα είναι Κλινική Ψυχολόγος και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στην Ηλιούπολη. Διαθέτει πτυχίο Ψυχολογίας από το Πάντειο Πανεπιστήμιο Κοινωνικών & Πολιτικών Επιστημών και διετές μεταπτυχιακό Κλινικής Ψυχολογίας & Ψυχοπαθολογίας από το τμήμα Ψυχολογίας του Université Paris Descartes - Sorbonne. Μετά την ολοκλήρωση των βασικών σπουδών της ακολούθησε μεταπτυχιακή ψυχοθεραπευτική εκπαίδευση στην προσέγγιση της Ομαδικής Ανάλυσης, στο Ινστιτούτο Ομαδικής Ανάλυσης Αθηνών του Ανοικτού Ψυχοθεραπευτικού Κέντρου. Παράλληλα των σπουδών και της εργασίας της έχει παρακολουθήσει κ συμμετάσχει σε σημαντικό αριθμό συνεδρίων, σεμιναρίων και μετεκπαιδευτικών προγραμμάτων με σκοπό τη συνεχή εκπαίδευση, εξειδίκευση, ενημέρωση και παρακολούθηση της εξέλιξης του κλάδου της. Ενδεικτικά, στο πλαίσιο αυτό, το Νοέμβριο του 2022 συμμετείχε με παρουσίαση στη διακρατική συνάντηση προγράμματος Erasmus +, η οποία πραγματοποιήθηκε στην Ιταλία, με θέμα "Mental Health of Youth in the post Corona time". Έχει εργαστεί στη ΜΚΟ Νόστος - Μη Kυβερνητική Oργάνωση ασχολούμενη με τον προσφυγικό και μεταναστευτικό πληθυσμό και εθελοντικά στο Ψυχιατρικό Νοσοκομείο Αττικής «Δρομοκαΐτειο». Ακόμη, κατά τη διάρκεια των σπουδών της έχει πραγματοποιήσει εποπτευόμενη κλινική άσκηση σε διάφορες δομές σε Ελλάδα και Γαλλία, αποκτώντας εμπειρία στις ανάγκες διαφορετικών πληθυσμών. Αναλυτικότερα, έχει πραγματοποιήσει κλινική πρακτική στο Τμήμα Θεραπείας Ενηλίκων καθώς και στην Καθημερινή Θεραπευτική Κοινότητα του Ανοικτού Ψυχοθεραπευτικού Κέντρου, στο Κέντρο εξειδικευμένης περιγεννητικής φροντίδας γονέων και παιδιών έως 6 ετών "Centre Myriam David" στο Παρίσι, στην ιδιωτική μονάδα στέγασης και φροντίδας ηλικιωμένων "Korian Bel Air" επίσης στο Παρίσι, καθώς και στο Κέντρο Θεραπείας Εξαρτημένων Ατόμων (ΚΕΘΕΑ) στην Αθήνα. Στο σήμερα, ως ιδιώτης Ψυχολόγος, λόγω της εξειδίκευσής της στον τομέα της Κλινικής Ψυχολογίας και στην προσέγγιση της Ομαδικής Ψυχοθεραπείας, ασχολείται με την ψυχοθεραπεία Ενηλίκων πραγματοποιώντας ατομικές συνεδρίες αλλά και ομάδες ψυχοθεραπείας.

Psareli Kelly is a Psychologist, holder of a degree from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, and a Systemic Psychotherapist certified by the Psychotherapy Institute Ke.S.Me.Th. (Center for Systemic Study and Therapy), a certified center accredited by the European Family Therapy Association (EFTA). Her therapeutic approach is founded on key values such as reflection, self-observation, and a willingness to change perspective with the aim of resolving a problem. During therapy, the emerging issues are better understood within the system in which they appear. She has completed postgraduate seminars in Clinical Psychopathology and Clinical Skills in Psychopathology at the Research University Institute of Mental Health (EPIΨY) in collaboration with the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of the University of Athens – “Aeginiteio” Hospital, and the Educational Program “Mental Health of Children and Adolescents” at Sismanogleio Hospital. Throughout her educational and professional journey, she has worked in various mental health settings such as the Attica Psychiatric Hospitals “Dafni” and “Dromokaiteio,” KETHEA, 18 ANO, and International Non-Governmental Organizations, supporting adolescents, adults, parents, and families. Her work experience has exposed her to lived experiences of severe anxiety, fear, depression, grief, trauma, and other psychosocial issues. Currently, she is employed at the “Merimna” Counseling Center, providing counseling support to children and families experiencing grief and illness, while also offering individual sessions privately both online and in person.

Zouka Olga is a Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist, licensed to practice, and maintains a private practice in Athens. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and has received postgraduate training in Systemic Psychotherapy (Systemic – Family Therapy and Couple Therapy) at the Society of Systemic Therapy and Intervention for Individuals, Families, and Broader Systems (ESYTHEPAS). She has attended training seminars on administering Projective Tests (RORSCHACH, T.A.T., C.A.T., Children's Drawing Test) at DI.K.E.PS.Y., as well as seminars related to addictions at ITACA – Greek Section and the Training Center of the 18 Ano Addiction Treatment Unit. Additionally, she completed practical training in the Family Department of the Therapeutic Center for Dependent Individuals (KETHEA) "Diavasi" and at the Psychiatric Clinic of the 251 General Air Force Hospital. She has worked as a psychologist in K.D.A.P. MEA (Municipality of Acharnes "AROGI"), in prisons (Detoxification Center for Drug-Addicted Prisoners Eleonas Thebes (KATKETH)), in a shelter for unaccompanied minor refugees (AMKE SUNYPARXIS Ecumenical Refugee Program), and provided psychosocial support to the Municipality of Haidari through an ESPA program. Currently, she provides counseling to unemployed individuals through an ESPA program. In her private practice, she focuses on creating a supportive and collaborative therapeutic relationship, tailoring her approach to the uniqueness and specific needs of each client, aiming at the effective management of any issues they face. She conducts in-person and online sessions with adults, adolescents (15 years and older), families, couples, as well as counseling sessions for couples and parents.

Eftexar Samira-Vasiliki is a Psychologist-Psychotherapist (professional license number 6851/2015) and maintains a private practice in the Ilisia area, near the "Megaro Mousikis" metro station. As a Psychotherapist, she specializes in the Cognitive-Behavioral model, which forms the main axis of her therapeutic practice. In accordance with the individualized needs of each patient, she integrates tools and interventions from approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion-Focused Therapy into this model. These constitute the "third generation" of Cognitive-Behavioral therapies, for which she has received relevant training. She has worked as an external scientific collaborator at the Eating Disorders Unit of the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of Aeginiteio Hospital, as part of her two-year postgraduate training in the treatment of Eating Disorders. She provides specialized therapeutic support to adults experiencing difficulties related to anxiety (generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks, agoraphobia, health anxiety, phobias), eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder), depression, as well as life transitions, interpersonal relationship issues, communication challenges, low self-esteem, boundary issues, anger, procrastination, and more.

Η Μυρσίνη Κατράνη είναι Ψυχολόγος με άδεια ασκήσεως επαγγέλματος (Α.Π. 14264, 30/09/2020) απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών (ΕΚΠΑ) και κάτοχος μεταπτυχιακού τίτλου στην Ιατρική Ψυχολογία και Ψυχολογία Υγείας (MSc in Medical & Health Psychology) από το Πανεπιστήμιο του Leiden στην Ολλανδία. Είναι ειδικευόμενη στη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία στο Ινστιτούτο Εκπαίδευσης & Έρευνας «Λόγω Ψυχής», ενώ παράλληλα έχει παρακολουθήσει επιπλέον εκπαίδευση στην Κλινική Ψυχοπαθολογία, καθώς και εξειδικευμένα σεμινάρια σχετικά με τα όνειρα, την αφήγηση στη θεραπεία και την ψυχοσωματική υγεία. Επιπροσθέτως, έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη χορήγηση και ερμηνεία ψυχομετρικών δοκιμασιών, όπως τα τεστ προσωπικότητας MMPI-2 και τα τεστ νοημοσύνης WAIS-IV και WISC-V.

Στο πλαίσιο της επαγγελματικής της πορείας έχει εργαστεί σε διαφορετικά πλαίσια ψυχικής υγείας, τόσο με ενήλικες όσο και με εφήβους. Στο παρόν εργάζεται ως Ψυχολόγος στην Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Αθηνών «Γ. Γεννηματάς», όπου ασχολείται με την ψυχοδιαγνωστική αξιολόγηση, την ατομική και ομαδική ψυχοθεραπεία και τη διασυνδετική ψυχιατρική. Παράλληλα, εργάζεται και στον Ξενώνα Βραχείας Παραμονής του ίδιου νοσοκομείου, με αντικείμενο την ψυχοκοινωνική αποκατάσταση και την επανένταξη ατόμων με ψυχικές διαταραχές, παρέχοντας ατομική και ομαδική θεραπεία, καθώς και υποστήριξη οικογενειών.

Η κλινική της κατάρτιση έχει ενισχυθεί μέσα από την παρουσία της σε ποικίλα θεραπευτικά και υποστηρικτικά πλαίσια, όπως το Παιδοψυχιατρικό Κέντρο Ψυχικής Υγιεινής του Ι.Κ.Α., η Κοινωνική Υπηρεσία του Δήμου Ηλιούπολης και ο Σύνδεσμος Θεραπευτικής Ιππασίας Ελλάδας (ΣΘΙΕ). Παράλληλα, έχει συμμετάσχει σε ερευνητικές εργασίες με θεματικές όπως η μετατραυματική ανάπτυξη στην ψύχωση, η επίδραση της αυτοαποτελεσματικότητας στη ρύθμιση του πόνου, καθώς και η σχέση μεταξύ γονικού δεσμού, εικόνας σώματος και κατάθλιψης.

Στο πλαίσιο της θεραπείας στόχος είναι να βοηθήσει τον κάθε άνθρωπο να κατανοήσει βαθύτερα τον εαυτό του και τις εμπειρίες του, να αναγνωρίσει τις ανάγκες και τις δυνατότητές του και να αποκτήσει μεγαλύτερη αίσθηση προσωπικής επιλογής και ελέγχου στη ζωή του. Στη θεραπευτική διαδικασία δίνεται χώρος στην προσωπική ιστορία και στον τρόπο με τον οποίο κάθε άνθρωπος νοηματοδοτεί τις εμπειρίες του, μέσα σε ένα ασφαλές και υποστηρικτικό πλαίσιο. Παράλληλα, δίνεται έμφαση στην αναγνώριση των δυνατών σημείων και των πόρων που ήδη διαθέτει ώστε η θεραπεία να μην επικεντρώνεται μόνο στη δυσκολία ή στο σύμπτωμα, αλλά και στην ανάπτυξη νέων τρόπων αντιμετώπισης, στην ενίσχυση της αυτονομίας και της εμπιστοσύνης στις δυνατότητές του, στη βελτίωση των σχέσεων και στη δημιουργία μιας ζωής με περισσότερο νόημα και προσωπική κατεύθυνση.

Dr. Skourtis Theofanis is a Psychiatrist who maintains a private practice in Ilisia. He served as a military physician (1991-2024) and held the position of Deputy Director of the Psychiatric Clinic at the 414th Military Hospital of Penteli. He studied at the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and is a graduate of the Military Officers School of Corps. He attended the Health Application School (1997 – 1998), subsequently serving as a Unit Physician and Director of the Health Station in Kastoria. During his training, he received education at the Pathology & Neurology Clinic of the 424th Military Hospital and Hippocrates General Hospital of Thessaloniki (2001 - 2002), as well as in the Short and Long-Term Hospitalization Department of the 2nd Psychiatric Clinic of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He later served at the Psychiatric Clinic of Aiginiteio Hospital of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (2003 - 2006) in inpatient wards for general psychopathology, alcohol dependence, the Short-Term Hospitalization Department, and the Day Hospital. He also worked at the Vyronas-Kaisariani Community Mental Health Center in the adult service and in the child and adolescent service. Furthermore, he pursued training in Forensic Psychiatry and in the Clinic’s Specialized Outpatient Clinics (Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Unit, Special Cognitive Psychotherapy Outpatient Clinic, and the Special Outpatient Clinic of the Center for the Study of Emotional Disorders). Subsequently, he was transferred to the Arta Health Center (2006 – 2012) as a psychiatrist of the Training Center and served as director of the psychosocial care team for Western Greece, director of the Health Station, member and for one year president of the Exemption Committee of Ioannina. As a private practitioner since 2006, he has managed numerous cases with discretion and the necessary scientific rigor, representing the ideal choice for the excellent approach and management of any related issues that may trouble you or your loved ones.

Zaxaropoulou Niki - Maria MD, MSc is a Psychiatrist with a private practice in Pangrati. She has served as a Collaborator with the Organization Against Narcotics (OKANA) and the Mental Health Agency AmKE Anodos. She graduated from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and specialized in psychiatry at the Hellenic Center for Mental Hygiene and Research and the Aeginiteio University Hospital. Additionally, she completed postgraduate studies (MSc) at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens focusing on the Promotion of Mental Health and Prevention of Psychiatric Disorders. Dr. Zaxaropoulou is a scientific associate of the 1st University Psychiatric Clinic at Aeginiteio Hospital. She has expertise in liaison psychiatry, women's mental health issues, menopause, emotional aspects of infertility, miscarriage, abortion, support during fertility treatments, pregnancy, breastfeeding, maternal grief – postpartum blues, postpartum depression, parental support, pervasive developmental disorders, psychotherapeutic counseling, as well as pharmacological support for individuals with autism and Asperger syndrome.

Antonis Tsourounakis, MSc, is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist (Integrative Psychotherapy & Counseling) and maintains his private practice in Chania and Ilisia. As a psychologist, he believes that every individual has something unique to express or perceive in a given situation. Therefore, each person’s perception of the world is different. His duty is to listen to the perspectives of the people who visit him, no matter how much they differ from his own, and to collaboratively give meaning to their reality, identify the strengths and interactions within it, and consequently make the individual's daily life more functional, sustainable, and pleasant. This process is not magic, but it is magical and certainly not a compulsory task, but rather a healthy collaboration. Therefore, offer yourself this gift, whenever you feel that the time is right. Mr. Tsourounakis is a graduate of the University of Athens, Department of Psychology, with a degree grade of 8.4/10 and postgraduate education in Integrative Psychotherapy and Counseling. He has worked in structures for persons with disabilities of the Ministry of Health (2020-2021) and in the Family Therapy Unit (2018-2020), a branch of the Psychiatric Hospital of Athens. Furthermore, he has served as a trainee Psychologist at the General Air Force Hospital (2021-2022), as well as in other mental health-related institutions. Between 2014-2018, he was a member of the NGO E.K.KLI.PSY., an organization primarily engaged in clinical research work. Lastly, he is a member of the Greek Actors Association, where he has been volunteering his services to this day. For any information, please contact him by phone, email, or directly via personal message.

Tampaki Mairi is a licensed Psychologist and a certified Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapist. She maintains a private practice in Zografou, offering both in-person and online sessions to adolescents and adults. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with postgraduate studies in the "Science of Stress and Health Promotion" program at the Medical School of the same university. During her academic career, she collaborated with Aeginiteio Hospital as well as Day Centers, providing psychological support and participating in the therapeutic process of individuals facing various psychological challenges. As a mental health professional, she has worked with private therapeutic centers, school environments, and psychosocial rehabilitation structures, undertaking the support of children, adolescents, and adults. Concurrently, she holds an active role in voluntary programs, offering support to vulnerable social groups, while also engaging in research focused on the study of issues related to mental and physical health. Ms. Tampaki consistently invests in continuous education, participating in scientific conferences and specialized seminars related to clinical practice and contemporary approaches in psychotherapy. At the same time, she ensures systematic supervision and personal development, aiming to continuously enhance her professional quality and the therapeutic care provided. Using scientifically supported methods and individualized approaches, Ms. Tampaki supports her clients in managing their concerns, promoting their mental health and personal development.

Skafidas Panagiotis is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist, Couples Therapist, and maintains a private practice in Neos Kosmos. He holds a state license to practice Psychology and is a member of the EFT Greek Network. He studied Psychology at Lancaster University in England and subsequently completed a postgraduate program in Integrative Psychotherapy and Adult Counseling at the University of Derby. This provided him with the essential knowledge for a combination of approaches and techniques that he can adapt according to the individual and the needs they bring to therapy. Continuing his education, he found great interest in couples and human relationships and pursued a two-year specialization program in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples. He assists individuals with various difficulties to receive support at the level they desire. With his knowledge and experience, he acts as an ally to help each psychotherapy client understand and unlock the situation they are in. His thirst for knowledge is unending, and he regularly attends seminars, webinars, workshops, and lectures both in Greece and abroad.

Animapsyche - Aggeliki Mitrou is a Psychologist, graduate of the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holder of a professional license. At the same time, she is a Psychotherapist, trained in the Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy model at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling. She has attended numerous training sessions and seminars in Clinical Psychology, Adult Psychopathology, Health Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Special Education, Cognitive Interventions, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychological First Aid, among others, and has also been trained in the administration of psychometric tools. In collaboration with experienced and esteemed professors from the University, she co-authored an article published in a well-known scientific journal entitled "Koliouli F, Issari P, Mitrou A. (2021). Lived experiences of Idiopathic Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) patients and the perceived impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Journal of Health Psychology." She maintains her private practice in Goudi (near Agia Sofia Children's Hospital) where she provides, both online and in person, individual and group psychotherapy sessions for adolescents and adults, parent counseling, as well as chronic disease management for patients and caregivers. She is specialized in a wide range of issues and psychological difficulties including anxiety, depression, panic attacks, chronic illnesses, exam anxiety, couples therapy, parent counseling, phobias, anger management, communication skills or assertiveness, low self-esteem, post-traumatic stress, personality issues, etc. Finally, she collaborates with the Association of People with Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis of Greece and provides psychotherapy services to patients and caregivers. Appointments at her office are available by appointment only.