Health professionals for Sadness and distress in Glyfada

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.

Eleni Liakou is a Person-Centered Psychotherapist, Parent Trainer, and Organizational Psychologist, with a private practice in Glyfada. Her goal is to provide a safe and supportive space where each individual can freely express themselves, gain deep self-understanding, and move towards meaningful changes in their life.

She conducts individual psychotherapy sessions for adults, addressing issues such as anxiety and stress, self-esteem and self-image, relationship difficulties, parenting, loss and grief, and infertility.

Through the therapeutic relationship, she accompanies clients with respect and authenticity, helping them discover their inner strengths and live with greater balance and fulfillment.

Additionally, she trains groups of parents through the Gordon Effective Parenting Workshops, assisting them in communicating effectively with their children, setting boundaries without punishment, and building a stable and healthy relationship of trust.

She holds two Master’s degrees (MSc), in Person-Centered Psychotherapy (University of Central Lancashire, ICPS College) and Organizational Psychology (Panteion University), as well as a degree in Educational Studies. She has attended various seminars and professional development courses in her field and is passionate about lifelong learning.

Moreover, she volunteers her services at the "Anikein" center, participating in an international research study on the effectiveness of Person-Centered Psychotherapy, with ongoing supervision based on measurable data.

Tsoumezi Lia is a Psychologist and Psychotherapist specializing in the Integrative approach, maintaining a private practice in Glyfada. She studied Psychology BSc (Hons) at the University of East London and holds a postgraduate specialization in Counselling & Psychotherapy (MA) in the Integrative approach from the University of East London. She has received two years of training at the Hellenic Institute of Orgonomy in the technique of Bioenergetic Body Psychotherapy and Character Analysis. She possesses extensive clinical experience, working as a Psychotherapist in the short-term psychotherapy unit of the Regional Development and Mental Health Society (E.P.A.PSY.) and has encountered a wide variety of cases. She provides counseling and psychotherapy sessions for adults and adolescents. She manages cases of stress, anxiety and mood disorders, with difficulties in interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, and coping with challenges arising from life changes. Finally, she helps individuals discover the potential of their creative forces through therapy, aimed at their personal development.

Komninou Eui is a Psychologist, graduate of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with a professional license to practice. She conducts online counseling and psychotherapy sessions with children, adolescents, and adults. She maintains a strong commitment to continuous education and professional development, having attended numerous seminars and specialized training programs. Since 2023, she has gained valuable experience by completing her internship at the Mental Health Center of the Armed Forces. She has engaged in both psychological assessment using psychometric tools and individual and group sessions with children, adolescents, adults, and families, addressing issues such as addiction management, bridging family relationships, couples therapy, parental counseling, self-image improvement, and enhancing self-awareness. Her goal is to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment where authentic connection and meaningful psychological support are cultivated with respect for the uniqueness of each individual, through an approach grounded in empathy and acceptance. She invests in creating a trusting space where the individual can freely express themselves without fear of judgment. In this context, particular emphasis is placed on psychological safety, confidentiality, and a consistent therapeutic relationship, taking into account the needs, experiences, and uniqueness of each person.

Drakou Ioanna is a Mental Wellness Consultant certified by the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in psychotherapy both in theory and practice, as well as in positive psychology. She holds a diploma from the European International University (EIU- Paris) with a specialization in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and a diploma from the Mediterranean College. Additionally, she is certified in Art Therapy by the international organization Nocn (UK). Her goal is to combine scientific knowledge with creative methods, supporting individuals to manage emotional difficulties and lead more functional and enjoyable lives.

Evina Prevedouraki is an Integrative Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Glyfada. She is a member of the Panhellenic Association of Person-Centered and Experiential Professionals (PEEPVIP), the Hellenic Counseling Society, and the Panhellenic Association of Art Therapists. She completed her studies in the Business Administration department of the Athens University of Economics and Business, and holds both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology (BSc, MSc) from the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) in the United Kingdom, as well as a Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Therapeutic Counseling and Psychotherapy from ICPS College of Humanistic Sciences. Additionally, she has completed further training in Art Therapy, in Behavior Analysis at Panteion University, and has been trained as an Effective Parent Instructor (Thomas Gordon model). She is also trained as a yoga and meditation teacher at the Karuna Yoga Center in Florida, USA. She offers individual psychotherapy and counseling sessions, facilitates personal development groups, Art Therapy and bibliotherapy groups, and works as a Parent Educator. She continues to receive training, attend specialized seminars, and offer volunteer services.

Grigoriadou Katerina is a licensed Psychologist and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychotherapist. She graduated from the Psychology Department of Panteion University and completed a four-year postgraduate training in Adult Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, according to the criteria of the European Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (EABCT), at the Society for Research and Behavioral Therapy. Simultaneously, she has attended various training programs and seminars in the cognitive-behavioral approach. She gained clinical experience through internships and volunteering at the child psychiatry department of Tzaneio Hospital, the neuropsychiatric clinic "Kastalia," and the Institute for Research and Behavioral Therapy. Additionally, she has worked in private psychotherapy and counseling centers. In these settings, she was trained in the use of psychometric tools such as the WISC, RORSCHACH, SCL-90 Self-Assessment Questionnaire of 90 Symptoms, PDQ-4, BAI, and BDI. Concurrently, she acquired experience in the management and treatment of anxiety disorders (such as panic attacks, phobias, health anxiety), personality disorders, mood disorders (such as depression), sleep disorders, eating disorders, interpersonal relationship issues, and anger management. During the completion of her thesis, she focused on topics in sports psychology, such as performance maximization, acquisition and improvement of skills and competencies (e.g., concentration, goal-setting, decision-making), and the management of emotions (e.g., anxiety, anger, low self-confidence). She is a member of the Greek Psychological Society, the Hellenic Society for Behavioral Research, and the European Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies.

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."

Aimilia Malta is a Clinical Psychologist – Psychotherapist, a Psychology graduate with a professional practice license. She holds a master's degree in Clinical Psychology and Counseling from the University of Derby and is training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling. Her professional experience includes internships at the National Rehabilitation Center and adult psychotherapy centers, as well as work in clinical and non-clinical settings involving the assessment and psychotherapy of adults. 

She has also attended numerous specialized seminars and workshops in psychology, such as: CBT Workshops, Workshop on Women's Psychology: Prenatal & Mental Health, Body Image, Eating Disorders, and Social Media.

She currently maintains a private practice in Ano Glyfada, offering psychotherapy to adults both in-person and online, by appointment.

She also provides psychotherapy sessions in English. 

Kandiliotis Danae is a psychologist - psychotherapist and has a private office in the centre of Athens. She holds a BSc, MSc in Psychology and is a member of the Hellenic Association of Psychologists. Community of Behavior Analysis. In addition, she has completed two years of study at the two post-graduate trainings in the Department of Sociology of Panteion University, two post-graduate trainings in Cognitive-Behavioural Psychotherapy and is a Behavioural Analyst. In her office she undertakes a variety of clinical cases, mainly anxiety disorders, mood and personality disorders. She has worked extensively with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and has attended as speaker at conferences, workshops and television shows. In addition, she has conducted internship at the Smile of the Child and has also been a collaborator of the Local Mental Health Promotion Team of the Municipality of Nea Smyrni and other institutions. Finally, she has attended numerous seminars and trainings regarding Psychology issues and Psychiatry, while she is also involved in issues of work and Organizational Psychology. She serves in the Athens area, in the centre of Athens and in the area of Ampelokipi. Both offices are located at a minimum distance from metro stations.

Aslanidou Lydia is a Psychologist, licensed to practice (License No.: 241760). She studied Psychology at Deree - The American College of Greece, simultaneously obtaining a degree from the Open University of the United Kingdom, and continued with postgraduate studies in Clinical Psychology of Children and Adolescents at Utrecht University. Concurrently, she is training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at the Society for Cognitive Behavioral Studies.

She began her professional career in 2021 with an internship at the Hellenic Institute of Rational-Emotive & Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy (RECBT). In 2022, she worked as a trainee psychologist at the International School Delft (ISD) in the Netherlands. Since 2023, she has collaborated with the “Enaysma” Center in Chalandri, providing support to children and parents, while from 2024 she offers psychotherapy services to adults via an online platform. From 2025, she has been collaborating with the Psychosynthesis Center in Vari, continuing her work with children and parents. Today, she continues to provide psychological support services to children and adolescents, counseling to parents, as well as psychotherapy to adults, both in-person and online. 

Her work focuses on emotional regulation, improving self-esteem, enhancing adaptability, and developing healthy interpersonal relationships, aiming for clients to recognize their potential and acquire practical tools for daily life. For continuous improvement and ensuring the quality of the support she provides, she is engaged in personal psychotherapy and receives clinical supervision.

Joy Papapostolou is a Psychotherapist specializing in Person-Centered and Focusing Experiential Counseling & Psychotherapy (Hellenic Focusing Center).She has further specialization in ADHD through the postgraduate program of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), “Detection, Diagnosis and Management of Preschoolers, Children and Adolescents with ADHD”, in collaboration with the Hellenic Society for the Study of ADHD.Her academic background in Sociology & Criminology at Panteion University initially led her to a long professional career in Marketing. For over ten years, she worked as a Marketing Manager in multinational companies, gaining valuable experience in the structure and demands of a fast-paced professional environment. However, guided by her inner need for authentic human connection, she decided to change paths and dedicate herself to what she always loved: psychotherapy.She has offered her services on a voluntary basis in organizations such as:the Social Services Department of the Municipality of Glyfada the Hellenic Focusing Center (mainly with ADHD-related cases)She has completed more than 300 hours of personal therapy and has been in consistent supervision since the beginning of her professional journey.She actively participates in conferences, seminars, and training programs, constantly enriching her knowledge and therapeutic tools.Joy is a member of the Hellenic Person-Centered & Experiential Society (PCE Greece), a trainee member of the International Focusing Institute, New York (TIFI), and a regular member of the Hellenic Counseling Society.She chose the Person-Centered Approach because she deeply believes in the unique strength that every individual holds within, in how much each person can achieve, and in the way they can flourish when provided with a safe and supportive environment.

Η Ιωάννα Καρκάνη είναι Ειδικός Ψυχικής Υγείας - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί χώρο ψυχοθεραπείας και ψυχανάλυσης στην Άνω Γλυφάδα, όπου δέχεται ενήλικες, εφήβους και παιδιά, δια ζώσης και διαδικτυακά, προσφέροντας έναν τόπο όπου η επιθυμία να μιλήσει κανείς μπορεί να βρει χώρο να ακουστεί και να διερευνηθεί με τον δικό της ρυθμό. Κατέχει μεταπτυχιακή εκπαίδευση στη Συνθετική Συμβουλευτική και Ψυχοθεραπεία από το University of East London και ψυχαναλυτική εκπαίδευση στην Ψυχανάλυση Λακανικού Προσανατολισμού από το Κέντρο Ψυχαναλυτικών Ερευνών Αθήνας. Είναι επίσης πτυχιούχος του Τμήματος Φιλοσοφικών και Κοινωνικών Σπουδών του Πανεπιστημίου Κρήτης. Έχει εμπειρία ως ψυχοπαιδαγωγός σε παιδιά με μαθησιακές δυσκολίες, δυσλεξία, δυσγραφία, διαταραχές λόγου και υπερκινητικότητα, διαδρομή που εμπλούτισε την εμπειρία της πάνω στις σχέσεις γλώσσας, σώματος και μάθησης. Έχει παρακολουθήσει την εκπαίδευση ψυχικής υγείας παιδιών και εφήβων του Κοινοτικού Κέντρου Ψυχικής Υγείας του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Αθηνών "Ο Ευαγγελισμός" και έχει επιμορφωθεί στο μοντέλο γονεϊκών δεξιοτήτων του T. Gordon, ενώ έχει εμπλουτίσει την κλινική της κατάρτιση με εργαστήρια παιγνιοθεραπείας και διαχείρισης θυμού. Στον τομέα της Ψυχοκοινωνικής Αποκατάστασης συνεργάζεται εθελοντικά με τη Μονάδα "Επανένταξη" και με ενήλικα άτομα που πάσχουν από ψυχιατρικές διαταραχές ενισχύοντας την αίσθηση του ανήκειν και της συμμετοχής τους στον κοινωνικό ιστό. Επιπλέον, έχει πραγματοποιήσει την πρακτική της στο συμβουλευτικό κέντρο "Roots Wellness Center" με ενήλικες, δουλεύοντας με ένα ευρύ φάσμα περιστατικών που αφορούσαν θέματα όπως άγχος, καταθλιπτική διάθεση, πένθος, τραυματικές εμπειρίες, δυσκολίες στις σχέσεις, ζητήματα ταυτότητας, αυτοεκτίμησης και μεταβάσεων ζωής. Παραμένει ενεργή σε χώρους σκέψης και μελέτης όπως ψυχαναλυτικές ημερίδες, κλινικά εργαστήρια, ομάδες μελέτης και συνέδρια σε Ελλάδα και εξωτερικό. Η αρχή μπορεί να έρθει με ένα αίτημα, ένα σύμπτωμα, μια ψυχική δυσφορία ή ένα ψυχοσωματικό φαινόμενο, κάτι που επανέρχεται και ζητά να ειπωθεί. Χωρίς προκαθορισμένες απαντήσεις, η θεραπευτική διαδικασία ανοίγει έναν χώρο όπου το υποκείμενο μέσα από τον λόγο μπορεί να ανιχνεύσει το νήμα που διατρέχει τη δική του ιστορία.

Η Αναστασία Μεντζελίδη είναι Ψυχολόγος και Γνωσιακή–Συμπεριφοριστική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, με εξειδίκευση στις αγχώδεις διαταραχές, τις καταθλιπτικές διαταραχές, τις φοβίες, τη διπολική διαταραχή και τις διαταραχές προσωπικότητας. Είναι μέλος της Βρετανικής Ένωσης Ψυχολόγων (MBPsS) και έχει ολοκληρώσει τις μεταπτυχιακές της σπουδές στις Συναισθηματικές Διαταραχές στο Πανεπιστήμιο του King’s College London και στο Ινστιτούτο Ψυχιατρικής, Ψυχολογίας και Νευροεπιστήμης του Λονδίνου. Διαθέτει ισχυρό ακαδημαϊκό και ερευνητικό υπόβαθρο, έχοντας ολοκληρώσει τις προπτυχιακές σπουδές της στην Ψυχολογία στο University of Sheffield, όπου διαμόρφωσε και τις πρώτες της ερευνητικές κατευθύνσεις πάνω στις καταθλιπτικές διαταραχές, ενώ στη συνέχεια πραγματοποίησε εξειδικευμένη μεταπτυχιακή έρευνα στη φωτοθεραπεία και τη διπολική διαταραχή. Στο πλαίσιο της κλινικής της εξέλιξης, εκπαιδεύτηκε και εποπτεύτηκε στο Maudsley Hospital – NHS Foundation Trust από διεθνώς αναγνωρισμένους ειδικούς στον τομέα των Συναισθηματικών Διαταραχών. Ανά τα χρόνια, έχει συνεργαστεί με κλινικές δομές ψυχικής υγείας στην Ελλάδα και το Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο, παρέχοντας υποστήριξη σε άτομα με πολύπλοκες ψυχικές δυσκολίες. Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη Γνωσιακή–Συμπεριφοριστική Θεραπεία στο Ινστιτούτο Έρευνας και Θεραπείας της Συμπεριφοράς (ΙΕΘΣ) και παράλληλα έχει παρακολουθήσει εξειδικευμένα σεμινάρια εμπλουτίζοντας το θεραπευτικό της ρεπερτόριο.

Η θεραπευτική της προσέγγιση βασίζεται στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία (CBT) και εμπλουτίζεται με στοιχεία από τη Θεραπεία Σχημάτων, τη Σωματική Θεραπεία και πρακτικές Ενσυνειδητότητας (mindfulness). Μέσα από έναν ασφαλή και συνεργατικό θεραπευτικό χώρο, στόχος είναι η κατανόηση των βαθύτερων μοτίβων σκέψης και συναισθήματος και η ενίσχυση της ψυχικής ανθεκτικότητας.🌱

Thelouras Nikolaos is a Psychologist who runs his private practice in Ano Ilioupoli, providing mental health services with professionalism and consistency. He is a graduate of Cardiff Metropolitan University in the UK, holding a primary degree in Psychology, and continued his academic career at the postgraduate level at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, in the School of Medicine, where he graduated with honors in Forensic Psychiatry and Forensic Medicine. He is a member of the teaching staff of the Psychology Department at IST College, which collaborates with Wrexham University, actively contributing to the development of new skills and knowledge. His professional training is enriched with further education in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy through the International Psychotherapy Center "ALYPIA". Additionally, he has received certified training in the use of the psychometric tool MMPI-2 through ISON Psychometrica. In clinical practice, Mr. Thelouras has significant experience working with both adults and children and adolescents. With adults, he addresses various difficulties, focusing primarily on sexual health issues, anxiety, and the management of psychosocioemotional difficulties, while also working as an external collaborator in a private facility with children and adolescents presenting developmental disorders, ADHD, and other behavioral difficulties. His services are conducted under ongoing supervision to maintain scientific rigor and professionalism. His academic training, professional experience, and continuous education make him a well-rounded professional in the field of mental health.

Papanikolaou Violeta is a Psychologist who maintains a private practice in Argyroupoli. She first obtained a degree in Business Organization and Management from the Athens University of Economics and Business, and subsequently pursued a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She later earned a degree in Psychotherapy through CPS Arts from the British Hellenic College and was further trained in Drama Therapy at the Psychotherapeutic and Educational Center Herma. She completed her internship at the "Avrambou A. - Tsiakos D. I.K.E., O.P.S.Y. - Mental Health Group" center, and to date, in addition to her private practice, she works as a Psychologist at Oneirodromio (by i.c.Can). Finally, the specialist has attended numerous seminars on various topics in Psychiatry, conferences on Psychosomatic Medicine, art therapy seminars, Cognitive and Behavioral Approaches, Psychopathology, and others.