Health professionals for Psychotherapy Online

Ioanna-Maria Papatheou is a certified Clinical Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Marousi, near the ISAP station. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with three years of postgraduate studies in Clinical Psychology from the same university, and is a trainee member of the Hellenic Society of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy for Children and Adolescents. She is trained through educational seminars in the psychoanalytic approach for adults, children, and adolescents and has completed clinical training in dynamic group therapy in psychiatric settings from the Hellenic Society of Psychoanalytic Group Psychotherapy. Additionally, she has been trained in the psychodiagnostic assessment of children, adolescents, and adults using psychometric and projective tools [Intelligence Tests WISC-V, WAIS-IV, and projective tests Thematic Apperception Test (T.A.T.), Children's Apperception Test (C.A.T.), and Rorschach Inkblot Test (R-PAS)]. In private practice, she works with children, adolescents, and adults, providing individual psychotherapy and psychometric assessments. Furthermore, she possesses significant clinical experience, having worked as a Clinical Psychologist in therapy centers for children and adolescents, and as a practicing Psychologist in clinical settings, such as the Day Center for Children "To Litharaki," the Adult Department of the Community Mental Health Center of Vyronas - Kaisariani, and the Adult Psychiatric Department of the General Hospital of Athens "Sismanoglio - Amalia Fleming."

Theodora Karyati is a licensed Psychologist - Psychotherapist specializing in Systemic Psychotherapy. She supports adults dealing with anxiety, difficulties in relationships, and everyday life challenges, offering a space where they can speak openly and safely. The Systemic approach focuses on how relationships and life experiences influence one’s mental reality. Through the therapeutic process, thoughts, emotions, and patterns are explored with the aim of finding more functional ways of understanding and managing them. The collaboration is based on respect, confidentiality, and adaptation to the needs and pace of each individual. If someone is going through a period where something is challenging them, such as anxiety, stress, or relationship difficulties, it may be worthwhile to give it space and explore it.

Η Μαρία Τσάση είναι Ψυχολόγος και Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια (CBT), παρέχοντας εξ αποστάσεως συνεδρίες σε ενήλικες και εφήβους.

Είναι απόφοιτος του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών (ΕΚΠΑ), με βαθμό Άριστα. Έχει ολοκληρώσει την εκπαίδευσή της στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Ψυχοθεραπεία Ενηλίκων στο Κέντρο Εφαρμοσμένης Ψυχοθεραπείας και Συμβουλευτικής, καθώς και την εκπαίδευσή της στη Συνθετική Θεραπεία Ζεύγους στο Εκπαιδευτικό Ινστιτούτο Συνθετικής Προσέγγισης (ΕΚ.Ι.ΣΥ.Π.). Παράλληλα, εκπαιδεύεται στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Ψυχοθεραπεία Παιδιών και Εφήβων.

Έχει συμμετάσχει ως εθελόντρια ψυχολόγος (2023–2024) σε ερευνητικό πρόγραμμα του οργανισμού SciCo (Science Communication), με αντικείμενο την επίδραση της εκπαίδευσης STEM στην τρίτη ηλικία, όπου είχε την ευθύνη χορήγησης και αξιολόγησης ψυχομετρικών εργαλείων (BAI, GDS, MMSE, QOLS).

Είναι τακτικό μέλος του Συλλόγου Ελλήνων Ψυχολόγων (ΣΕΨ) (Α.Μ. 3346) και επενδύει συστηματικά στη συνεχή επιμόρφωσή της, έχοντας παρακολουθήσει πληθώρα εξειδικευμένων εκπαιδευτικών προγραμμάτων σε ζητήματα ψυχικής υγείας (μεταξύ άλλων: Πανεπιστήμιο Αιγαίου, Ελληνικό Ανοικτό Πανεπιστήμιο, ΚΕΘΕΣΥ, Πανεπιστήμιο Yale, Πάντειο Πανεπιστήμιο).

Στο πλαίσιο της επαγγελματικής της πρακτικής, λαμβάνει συστηματική εποπτεία, διασφαλίζοντας την ποιότητα και την επιστημονική εγκυρότητα των παρεμβάσεών της.

Στην κλινική της πρακτική, υποστηρίζει άτομα που αντιμετωπίζουν άγχος, κρίσεις πανικού, έντονη συναισθηματική φόρτιση, δυσκολίες στις σχέσεις, ζητήματα αυτοεκτίμησης και ορίων, καθώς και προκλήσεις της καθημερινότητας που επηρεάζουν την ψυχική ισορροπία.

Δίνει ιδιαίτερη έμφαση στη δημιουργία μιας θεραπευτικής σχέσης που βασίζεται στην ασφάλεια, την αποδοχή και τον σεβασμό. Μέσα από μια συνεργατική και δομημένη προσέγγιση, βοηθά το άτομο να κατανοήσει τα μοτίβα σκέψης και συμπεριφοράς του, να αναπτύξει πιο λειτουργικούς τρόπους διαχείρισης και να κινηθεί προς μια ζωή με μεγαλύτερη ισορροπία και νόημα.

Σύντομα θα διατίθενται και δια ζώσης συνεδρίες στον Πύργο.

Η Παπαϊωάννου Δέσποινα BSc, MA, MSc είναι Κλινική Ψυχολόγος – Ψυχοδυναμική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια – Ομαδική Αναλύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στα Ιλίσια. Σπούδασε Ψυχολογία στο Κρατικό Πανεπιστήμιο Gabriele D’Annunzio της Ιταλίας, όπου ολοκλήρωσε και το μεταπτυχιακό της στην Κλινική Ψυχολογία και Ψυχολογία της Υγείας, ενώ κατέχει και δεύτερο μεταπτυχιακό στην Αναπτυξιακή Ψυχολογία από το Ελληνικό Ανοικτό Πανεπιστήμιο. Επιπλέον η ειδικός είναι εκπαιδευόμενο μέλος της Ελληνικής Εταιρίας Αναλυτικής Ομαδικής και Οικογενειακής Ψυχοθεραπείας (ΕΕΑΟΨ&ΟΨ). Έχει παρακολουθήσει εξειδικευμένα προγράμματα, σεμινάρια και συνέδρια στην ψυχοπαθολογία παιδιού, εφήβου και ενήλικα, στην ψυχοσωματική και την ψυχανάλυση ενώ συνεχίζει τη διαρκή επιστημονική και κλινική εκπαίδευση στο χώρο της Ψυχικής Υγείας και της Ψυχοθεραπείας. Ειδικεύεται στην υποστήριξη ατόμων που αντιμετωπίζουν δυσκολίες διάθεσης και άγχους, διαπροσωπικές και οικογενειακές δυσκολίες, φοβίες, διαταραχές προσωπικότητας, καθώς και ζητήματα διαχείρισης κρίσεων και χρόνιων νοσημάτων, ενώ παράλληλα παρέχει υποστήριξη σε θέματα προσωπικής ανάπτυξης. Παρέχει ατομική ψυχοθεραπεία ενηλίκων και εφήβων, θεραπεία ζεύγους, ομαδική θεραπεία και συμβουλευτική γονέων, τόσο δια ζώσης όσο και online, με στόχο τη δημιουργία ενός ασφαλούς και υποστηρικτικού θεραπευτικού πλαισίου όπου κάθε άτομο μπορεί να εκφραστεί ελεύθερα με σεβασμό στη μοναδικότητά του. Παράλληλα, συνεργάζεται επιστημονικά με την εταιρεία Αέρτον.

Konstantopoulou Vasiliki is a Mental Health Counselor and Psychotherapist with extensive experience in supporting individuals and groups. She maintains a private practice in Elefsina, where she combines the contemporary Psychodynamic psychotherapeutic approach with creative expressive methods such as dance therapy and music therapy. She has received advanced training in Dance Therapy and Music Therapy and is a graduate of the College of Sports Science of Massachusetts (1992–1996). Additionally, she possesses deep knowledge of the art of dance, having served as a Dance Instructor at the Professional and Advanced Dance School of Despoina Grigoriadou. Her experience in movement and bodily expression enriches her therapeutic work, offering a holistic approach to mental health care. From 2021 to 2025, she collaborated with the Open Child and Family Protection Center "Center of Love" (NGO), providing psychological support and therapeutic interventions to vulnerable populations. Her philosophy is based on the belief that therapy is a creative process of self-awareness, balance, and personal growth.

Tassi Marianna is a Psychologist with a diverse educational background and extensive experience, maintaining a private practice in Marousi. Her goal is to help individuals navigate life’s challenges and promote meaningful growth through the transformative world of psychotherapy.

With a solid foundation in Psychology complemented by a second degree in Sociology and a Master’s degree in Forensic Psychiatry, along with further training in Integrative Psychotherapy, she brings a multifaceted perspective to mental health. Simultaneously, she continuously enhances her skills and knowledge through numerous seminars aimed at better personal and professional development. In her private practice, she offers a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without any restrictions. Applying the principles of Integrative Psychotherapy, she provides personalized treatment tailored to your unique needs. In addition to individual therapy, she specializes in group therapy and couples counseling. Together, you will learn and develop effective coping strategies and improve communication, thereby fostering stronger relationships. With numerous seminars, trainings, and practical experience in the field, she is dedicated to staying informed about the latest advancements in psychotherapy to ensure the highest quality of care.

Kotronia Amalia MSc is a Mental Health Consultant with a private practice in Zakynthos. She has completed postgraduate studies in Educational Psychology at the University of Manchester and subsequently in Systemic Psychotherapy at the College of Human Sciences - ICPS. Since then, in her private practice, she undertakes treatment for a wide range of mental health issues, including adult psychotherapy, parent counseling, as well as effective parenting workshops.

Mary Koronaiou is a Psychologist specializing in Systemic Psychotherapy, and she runs a private practice in Vrilissia, where she provides psychotherapy and counseling services to adults, couples, and families. She holds a Bachelor’s degree (BSc) in Psychology from the University of East London, as well as a Master’s degree (MSc) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Hellenic American University. She is currently specializing in the Systemic Approach at the training and research institute “Logo Psychis,” in the SANE model (System Attachment Narrative Encephalon), which integrates attachment theory, narrative psychology, and neuroscience. This approach focuses on understanding relationships, interaction patterns, and personal narratives that shape an individual’s experience. Within her therapeutic practice, she works with issues related to interpersonal relationship difficulties, anxiety management, stress, anger, phobias, panic attacks, psychosomatic symptoms, and depression. Sessions are offered both in person and online, in either Greek or English.

Krikeli Eleni is a Psychologist and Author. Her academic studies began in the Department of History, Archaeology, and Social Anthropology at the University of Thessaly and were completed at the University of Crete, where she graduated from the Department of Psychology. Since then, she has continued her studies at the Center for Systemic Study and Therapy (ΚΕ.Σ.ΜΕ.Θ), where she is training in Systemic Psychotherapy. During her professional career, she has collaborated as a volunteer Psychologist with the General Hospital of Rethymno in the Psychiatry Department and has worked for several years as a Psychologist at the private Neuropsychiatric Clinic "KASTALIA." Currently, her professional activity continues with online sessions, while she also serves as the lead Psychologist at the Elderly Care Unit "Leonia" in Kallithea, Attica. Additionally, organizing seminars related to her professional interests and the knowledge she acquires each time enriches an ever-expanding portfolio, which is a priority for her. Finally, writing articles and authoring books are significant facets of her life, playing an important role. Having already published a book titled "The Comfort of the Lion," she regularly presents the fascination and admiration inspired in her by human existence, diversity, flexibility, anxiety, and fear. As a Psychologist, she admires the truth revealed by the client during their sessions, takes pride in their courage and strength to focus on their real challenges, and equally rejoices in the changes they achieve! With all these perspectives she has had and continues to encounter, it is clear that the central theme of her articles and books is... the human being!

Koutra Aggeliki is a Psychologist Msc and systemic psychotherapist. She completed her undergraduate studies in Psychology at the University of Bordeaux, France, and holds a master's degree in Health Psychology from Northumbria University in Newcastle, UK. She has completed her training in the four-year specialization program in Systemic Psychotherapy and Counseling implemented by the Center for Systemic Study and Therapy. Additionally, she attended the two-year seminar on Eating Disorders at the ANASA Day Center. She has volunteered her services in various organizations and has been involved in psychotherapeutic intervention in addiction treatment in Greece and the UK. Currently, she maintains a private practice in Kallithea, Attica, and is an external collaborator of the Special Clinic for Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder at the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of the University of Athens at Aeginiteio Hospital.

Xristou A Maria Kai Synergates is an Psychotherapist - Art Therapist specializing in Counseling Psychotherapy for children and adults, and maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. She specializes in therapy and counseling for children, adults, and families, utilizing Art Therapy and Sandplay therapy methods. These two methods can be used in combination with Counseling Psychotherapy to maximize therapeutic outcomes. She obtained her master's degree in Expressive Psychotherapy in 2000 from Lesley University in Cambridge, United States. Since then, she has worked for over ten years as an Art Therapist both in the USA and Greece. Specifically, from 1989 to 2004, she worked at organizations including Summer Camp Organization (Stockholm, Sweden), Alsten School (Stockholm, Sweden), Ilex / Vinfen Corporation (Massachusetts, USA), Arlington Youth Counseling Center (Massachusetts, USA), YWCA (X.E.N., Maryland, USA), North Charles Inc., Mental Health & Addiction Services (Massachusetts, USA), and Turnaround Inc. (Baltimore, Maryland, USA). The specialist speaks Greek, Swedish, and English. She is a certified Art Therapist by the US Art Therapy Credentials Board and a member of the International Expressive Arts Therapy Association and the Swedish Family Therapy Association.

Pantelopoulou Xristina is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Galatsi. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences. She has completed training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and specializes in grief and loss counseling. Additionally, she has attended the postgraduate seminar in Clinical Psychopathology "Panagiotis Oulis" at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, as well as numerous educational programs and seminars in the field of mental health and addictions. She has worked in public and private mental health organizations, such as the Organization Against Drugs (OKANA), municipal kindergartens, and community centers. Finally, the specialist provides psychotherapeutic support to adults and adolescents in her private practice.

Mpoukouvala Varvara is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Volos. She is a graduate of Psychology from Keele University in England and holds a Maîtrise degree in Clinical Psychology and Child Psychology from the University of Louis Pasteur in Strasbourg, France. She is specialized in Drama Therapy following a 4-year study program at the Hellenic Institute of Play Therapy and Drama Therapy "To Athyrma" in Athens, recognized by the Health Professions Council. Her professional experience began in 1992 at her private practice, undertaking psychotherapy for children and adults, with a specialization in couples counseling, grief management, and clinical psychology. Finally, Ms. Mpoukouvala is a member of the Panhellenic Professional Association of Drama Therapists - Play Therapists.