Health professionals for Τόνωση αυτοεκτίμησης in Metamorfosi

Η Κυριακού Ελευθερία είναι Σύμβουλος Ψυχικής Υγείας, κάτοχος Διπλώματος στη Συνθετική Συμβουλευτική από το COSCA, και πραγματοποιεί ατομικές συνεδρίες με ενήλικες στη Μεταμόρφωση. Στο πλαίσιο της συμβουλευτικής υποστηρίζει ανθρώπους που αντιμετωπίζουν άγχος, δυσκολίες στις διαπροσωπικές σχέσεις, χαμηλή αυτοεκτίμηση, πένθος, μοναξιά ή σημαντικές αλλαγές και μεταβάσεις στη ζωή τους. Ιδιαίτερη έμφαση δίνει στην προσωπική ανάπτυξη και στην ενδυνάμωση του ατόμου, με στόχο τη βαθύτερη κατανόηση του εαυτού, των αναγκών και των μοτίβων που επηρεάζουν την καθημερινότητα και τις σχέσεις του. Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη Συνθετική Προσέγγιση, η οποία επιτρέπει την προσαρμογή της συμβουλευτικής διαδικασίας στις ανάγκες και την προσωπικότητα κάθε ανθρώπου. Η προσέγγιση που ακολουθεί περιλαμβάνει στοιχεία απο CBT, προσωποκεντρική, ψυχοδυναμική και Gestalt. Η πολυετής ενασχόλησή της με τη Yoga εμπλουτίζει το υπόβαθρό της με τεχνικές αναπνοής, χαλάρωσης, οραματισμού και διαλογισμού, οι οποίες μπορούν, όπου ενδείκνυται, να αξιοποιηθούν συμπληρωματικά στη συμβουλευτική διαδικασία. Στα ιδιαίτερα ενδιαφέροντά της περιλαμβάνεται επίσης η υποστήριξη ανθρώπων που έχουν αναλάβει τον απαιτητικό ρόλο της φροντίδας ενός οικείου προσώπου, με σχετική εμπειρία μέσα από εθελοντικό πρόγραμμα του Δήμου Μεταμόρφωσης για άτομα με άνοια και νόσο Alzheimer. Παράλληλα, συνεχίζει την ακαδημαϊκή της εξέλιξη πραγματοποιώντας σπουδές Ψυχολογίας στο City Unity College, σε πρόγραμμα με απονομή πτυχίου από το London Metropolitan University.

Tarsani Triantafyllio is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist licensed to practice and maintains a private practice in Metamorfosi. She conducts sessions both in-person and online. She works psychotherapeutically with adults, children, adolescents, and parents. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete and holds a postgraduate degree (M.Sc.) in "Mental Health and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry" from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has specialized in "Adult Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy (CBT)" as well as in "Parent Counseling" at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling (K.E.PSY.SY), and has also received basic training in "Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)" at the Society of Cognitive and Behavioral Studies. Additionally, she has been trained in Special Education and in supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, as well as in "adolescent group coordination" at the Panhellenic Association of Parent Schools. Since 2021, she has been working as a private psychologist, providing psychological support to adults, children, and adolescents, while collaborating with specialized therapy centers. Concurrently, she has worked as a psychologist in primary education schools in Attica, in camp programs for individuals with disabilities, in Vocational Training Centers, and as a parallel support companion. Moreover, she is actively involved in volunteer work at facilities for people with disabilities and contributes articles to the website psychologynow.gr. She is a member of the British Psychological Society and supports lifelong learning by participating in conferences, educational programs, and seminars in the fields of psychology and psychotherapy.

Mpagourdi Maria, BSc, MSc is a Clinical Psychologist who conducts sessions online. She graduated in Psychology from Cardiff Metropolitan University (BSc) and holds a Master's Degree (MSc) in Clinical Counselling Psychology from the University of Derby. She has completed specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Art Therapy, and the management of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CCTP-I & II). Since 2023, she has been training in Art Psychotherapy – Behavior Analysis at the Psychotherapy and Art Center "Synothisi," and from 2025 she will continue her professional development through the Panhellenic Society of Cognitive Analytic Psychotherapy (P.E.G.A.P.), as part of her training in Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT). Her professional experience includes significant work in mental health facilities such as the Piraeus Naval Hospital, Care Units for the Elderly specializing in dementia and Alzheimer's disease, cancer patient counseling programs (e.g., "Stay Strong"), and special education centers. She provides individual and group sessions to children, adolescents, and adults, and has been actively involved in psycho-educational programs and parent counseling. She combines theoretical training with practical experience to support a variety of psychological needs, with particular emphasis on trauma therapy and strengthening emotional resilience. Finally, she is a founding member of the Panhellenic Association of Art Therapists.

Maria Mpoutsali is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist, licensed to practice and maintains a private practice in Metamorfosi. She conducts both in-person and online sessions. She provides psychotherapeutic services to adults, children, adolescents, and parents. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete and a postgraduate degree in "Clinical Interventions in Addictions" from the same university. Additionally, she has specialized in "Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Adults" at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling (K.E.PSY.SY.), while also receiving further training in "Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)" at the Society of Cognitive Behavioral Studies, as well as in coordinating Parent School Groups and Adolescent Groups, at the Panhellenic Association of Parent Schools. She completed her postgraduate internship at the OKANA Adolescent Unit - "Atrapos," and has volunteered her services at the Association of Parents, Guardians, and Friends of Individuals with Autism in Rethymno. Throughout her professional career, she has worked as a Psychotherapist in the Social Service of the Municipality of Ilion and as an escort at the Camp Program of the Panhellenic Federation of Associations of Parents and Guardians of Persons with Disabilities (P.O.S.G.K.A.meA.). To this day, she collaborates with Centers for Special Therapies in Attica, where she conducts individual psychotherapy sessions for children and adolescents, as well as parent counseling sessions. Within the framework of her ongoing education and training, she has participated in scientific conferences and specialized seminars focusing on psychological research and innovative therapeutic approaches.

Karatza Eugenia is a Psychologist and Existential – Systemic Psychotherapist with experience in the treatment of adolescents, adults, and couples, as well as in parent counseling. She maintains a private practice in Pefki. She studied Psychology at the University of Crete and subsequently completed a six-year training in Existential – Systemic Psychotherapy at the ANTISTIXI Psychotherapeutic Institute, under the supervision of Psychiatrists/Child Psychiatrists/Psychotherapists Mr. Dimitris Karagiannis and Ms. Eleni Karagianni. Concurrently, she has specialized in learning disabilities, providing assessment and intervention with scientifically validated tools such as WISC-V, DTLA-3/4, L-a-T-O, and the Mathematical Proficiency Test for children aged 4–16 years. She regularly attends conferences and training seminars related to psychotherapy, relationship dynamics, and contemporary psychological approaches. As a psychotherapist, she holds a profound interest in how each individual relates to themselves and to others, and how through this relationship new paths of development and meaning can be discovered. Her approach is based on the principles of Existential and Systemic Psychotherapy, viewing the individual as a unity extending across the three temporal dimensions of past, present, and future. She believes that through connection, the possibility for deeper understanding, internal coherence, and the creation of new meaning in life emerges. She works with adults, adolescents, couples, and families seeking understanding, balance, and authenticity in their relationships and way of living.

Mpaloti Maria MA is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in the Kifisia area. She holds a degree in Psychology from Panteion University and postgraduate studies from the University of Nottingham, UK. She has specialized in the systemic approach, following extensive training at AKMA (Athens Center for the Study of Man). The Psychologist has participated in European conferences and has many years of experience in psychotherapy for adolescents and adults, as well as in group and family therapy.

Bpokou Anastasia is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Kifisia. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Subsequently, she completed her postgraduate studies (MSc), earning a master's degree in Liaison Psychiatry from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. As part of her psychotherapeutic training, she participates in the Educational Program in Cognitive Psychotherapies at the Research University Institute of Mental Health (EPIΨY). She has also completed basic training in EMDR Therapy at TACT HELLAS as well as in the administration, interpretation, and scoring of diagnostic tools (WAIS-IV, WISC, SCID II, SCID-5, MMPI II). She has gained experience through her internship in Psychology and Psychotherapy at the Hellenic Institute for Rational Emotive and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and collaborates with the Neurodevelopmental Disorders department of the 1st Psychiatric Clinic at Aeginiteio Hospital. Finally, she specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy and clinical psychology.

Η Γκόγκα Κατερίνα είναι Ψυχολόγος με άδεια άσκησης επαγγέλματος Ψυχολόγου (αρ. 727818) και απόφοιτος του τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Πανεπιστημίου Ουαλίας με διάκριση (Upper 2nd class honours, Division 1). Παρέχει συνεδρίες δια ζώσης καθώς και διαδικτυακές (online). Διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στη Νέα Φιλαδέλφεια. Είναι τελειόφοιτος στην κλινική της ειδίκευση στην Γνωσιακή - Συμπεριφοριστική Ψυχοθεραπεία (C.B.T) στο Ινστιτούτο Έρευνας και Θεραπείας Συμπεριφοράς (Ι.Ε.Θ.Σ.). Εργάζεται ως Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια στο Τμήμα Θεραπειών Ενηλίκων του προαναφερθέντος ινστιτούτου και λαμβάνει μέρος σε ομαδική εποπτεία. Είναι σημαντικό να σημειωθεί πως και η ίδια βρισκόταν σε ατομική ψυχοθεραπεία επί 3.5 χρόνια, εξασφαλίζοντας έτσι ένα ασφαλές πλαίσιο στη θεραπευτική σχέση με τον θεραπευόμενο όπως και την προσωπική της ανάπτυξη ως επαγγελματίας και ως άνθρωπος. Είναι κάτοχος μεταπτυχιακού στην Γνωσιακή Νευροψυχολογία (Μsc in Cognitive Neuropsychology) από το Πανεπιστήμιο του Sheffield, όπου ειδικεύτηκε στη Νευροψυχογική αξιολόγηση και αποκατάσταση των γνωσιακών λειτουργιών του εγκεφάλου (όπως μνήμη, προσοχή, αντίληψη, κ.α.). Εργάστηκε εθελοντικά ως Ψυχολόγος - Νευροψυχολόγος στην Ψυχογηριατρική Εταιρία "Νέστωρας" από το 2019 μέχρι το 2021. Έχει πραγματοποιήσει επιτυχώς μετεκπαίδευση εξειδικευμένης επιμόρφωσης πάνω στην Ιατρική Ψυχολογία από το Εθνικό και Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών (ΕΚΠΑ). Οι σπουδές στη Γνωσιακή Νευροψυχολογία και στην Ιατρική Ψυχολογία σε συνδυασμό με την κλινική ειδίκευση της στην Ψυχοθεραπεία, της παρέχουν τις γνώσεις για μία πιο ολοκληρωμένη και σφαιρική εικόνα, προσεγγίζοντας το νου και την ψυχή σαν άμεσα συνδεδεμένα και όχι ξεχωριστά κομμάτια. Κατά τη διαδικασία της θεραπείας, εκτός των μεθόδων ψυχοθεραπείας, εφαρμόζει συνδυαστικά ψυχομετρική αξιολόγηση στους θεραπευόμενους. Αυτό έχει ως στόχο την εξασφάλιση της σωστής διάγνωσης αλλά και της εικόνας της πορείας του θεραπευόμενου κατά τη διάρκεια της θεραπείας. Κέρδισε πρώτη την υποτροφία στο πρόγραμμα ΙΒ (International Baccalaureate) με κατεύθυνση την Ψυχολογία, την οποία και διατήρησε βάσει της άριστης ακαδημαϊκής της επίδοσης. Υπήρξε εθελόντρια στο Χαμόγελο του Παιδιού ως φροντίστρια παρέχοντας ψυχολογική υποστήριξη σε παιδιά. Παρακολουθεί και ενημερώνεται συνεχώς πάνω στην επιστήμη της Ψυχολογίας.

Nikolaidis Aleksandros is a Psychologist, a graduate of the University of Groningen (BSc in Psychology) specializing in Systemic approach training. He has experience in psychological assessment and intervention with children, adolescents, and adults, as well as in family and parent counseling. He has collaborated with centers for specialized therapies, speech therapy, and support structures for individuals with disabilities, and completed an internship at KETHEA Exelixis, providing psychological support to individuals with addictions. His goal is to empower the individual within a climate of safety, acceptance, and trust, based on contemporary therapeutic approaches such as systemic therapy and mindfulness. He offers psychotherapy and counseling for issues including anxiety, depression, relationship management, addictions, difficulties in children and adolescents, as well as development of self-esteem and assertiveness skills. Sessions are available for adolescents and adults both in-person and online.

Mpaxarakis Akis is a Psychologist, Sociologist, and Systemic Psychotherapist. He completed his undergraduate studies in the Department of Sociology at Panteion University and subsequently studied Psychology at the University of East London. He specialized in Systemic Psychotherapy at the Center for Systemic Study and Therapy (Ke.S.Me.Th), where he also completed his internship. His postgraduate studies are in the field of child and adolescent mental health (University of Lancashire). Additionally, he completed internships at the Special Education Workshop "Margarita" and the Preschool Education Center "Dorothy Snot". He has also volunteered by providing his services at the Research University Institute of Mental Hygiene (E.P.I.PSY), the Company for the Development and Mental Health (E.P.A.PSY), and the Social Cooperative Activities for Vulnerable Groups "EDRA". Finally, he has participated in numerous seminars, many of which focus on anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, parental counseling, EMDR, creative play, mental resilience, emotion management, and more.