Health professionals for Συμβουλευτική γονέων και παιδιών in Attica

Iakovou Aleksandra is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist (MSc-CBT) who maintains a private practice in Nea Erythraia and collaborates with a psychotherapy center in downtown Athens. She studied Psychology at the University of Greenwich in England (BSc) and has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Additionally, she completed postgraduate studies in Health Psychology at the University of Lancashire in England. She has also completed the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program. She completed her internship at "The Smile of the Child," where she provided psychological support to children up to 8 years old, as well as at "18 and Over," where she conducted sessions with individuals with eating disorders. Her focus is on the treatment of anxiety, depression, eating disorders, pain management, as well as enhancing self-confidence and changing behaviors that lead to the adoption of a balanced diet. Psychotherapy aids in self-recognition, as each person learns more about their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. This is when the desired change begins.

Sarri Kalliopi is a Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Athens. She is a graduate Psychologist from Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences and has been trained in Person-Centered and Experiential Psychotherapy at the Hellenic Focusing Center. From 2011 to 2016, she worked as a Psychologist at the Dialexesthai Center. She has attended numerous seminars and training sessions, such as the clinical seminar on "Child Psychopathology" organized by the Society for Psychosocial Health of Children and Adolescents and specialization in Adolescent Medicine and Psychosomatics at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has contributed articles to several magazines and websites addressing mental health topics (e.g., Mommy magazine). In her practice, she works with children, adolescents, and adults, assisting them through her person-centered and experiential approach in their therapeutic journey. Always guided by her scientific knowledge, she aims to empower and promote the development of individuals.

Gkirlemi Aria is a Clinical Psychologist and PhD candidate in Clinical Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with a private practice in Glyfada. She graduated from the Department of Psychology and holds a postgraduate diploma in Clinical Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, she received further training in the Medical School Program on "Anxiety Disorders in Children and Adolescents" and "Assessment and Treatment of Infants, Children, and Adolescents with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)" from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She also attended a postgraduate seminar in Clinical Psychopathology at the "Panagiotis Oulis" First Psychiatric Clinic of the University of Athens - Aeginiteio Hospital, in collaboration with the Research University Institute of Mental Health. She served as an external collaborator at the Inpatient Unit - Child Psychiatry Department at the General Children's Hospital "Agia Sofia" and subsequently worked as a psychologist at the Center for Special Therapies "Speech and Communication." From 2020 to 2022, she worked as a psychologist at the Center for Special Therapies "Efthymia Logou." Since 2022, she has been working in the Mobile Mental Health Units of the Northeastern and Western Cyclades of the Regional Development and Mental Health Company. In 2023, she began collaborating with the Galinos Mental Health Institute. Finally, she has published articles in reputable journals.

Η Πούλιου Νικολέττα είναι MSc Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, υποψήφια PhD, μέλος του Πανελλήνιου Ψυχολογικού Συλλόγου και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στον Βύρωνα. Εκπαιδεύτηκε στην Ιατρική Σχολή του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών με αντικείμενο την Ψυχοθεραπεία: Θεωρητικά πλαίσια, Κλινικές εφαρμογές και Συγκριτικές προσεγγίσεις. Διαθέτει πτυχίο Ψυχολογίας από το Πάντειο Πανεπιστήμιο Κοινωνικών & Πολιτικών Επιστημών και μεταπτυχιακό στην Ψυχολογία της Υγείας από το Εθνικό και Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών. Εξειδικεύτηκε στη Θεραπεία Ζεύγους και Οικογένειας κι εκπαιδεύτηκε ψυχοθεραπευτικά στο Γνωσιακό - Συμπεριφορικό μοντέλο CBT. Παρακολούθησε μια σειρά εκπαιδεύσεων πάνω σε προβολικά τεστ προσωπικότητας και ψυχομετρικά εργαλεία, στην ψυχοεκπαίδευση, στην ψυχολογική υποστήριξη και θεραπεία, στην αντιμετώπιση τραύματος μέσω EMDR και στη διαχείριση άγχους, κρίσεων πανικού και κατάθλιψης, σε ατομικό και ομαδικό επίπεδο. Παράλληλα με το ιδιωτικό της γραφείο, είναι επιστημονικός συνεργάτης στην ιατρική ομάδα του Dr. Γ. Σωτηρόπουλου και στην κλινική του Ι. Καλογήρου. Έχει εργαστεί ως Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια στο Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Αεροπορίας (ΚΑΙ), στο Σύλλογο Οικογενειών για την Ψυχική Υγεία (ΕΠΑΨΥ), στη ΜΚΟ "Δώσε Ελπίδα" και στη ΜΚΟ Αγκαλιά. Έχει παρακολουθήσει ένα μεγάλο αριθμό σεμιναρίων , διαλέξεων και εκπαιδεύσεων της ευρωπαϊκής και αμερικανικής σχολής ψυχολογίας. Εισηγείται σε συνέδρια και ομιλίες ενώ πολλά από τα άρθρα της έχουν δημοσιευτεί στο διαδίκτυο ή σε έντυπη μορφή. Αναλαμβάνει ενήλικες και εφήβους, ατομικά ή ομαδικά, ζευγάρια - οικογένειες για ψυχολογική υποστήριξη, ψυχοθεραπεία, ψυχική ενδυνάμωση, συμβουλευτική, τραυματοθεραπεία, διαχείριση κρίσεων άγχους και πανικού, αντιμετώπιση φοβιών, θεραπεία κατάθλιψης, διαχείριση σχέσεων, επίλυση οικογενειακών θεμάτων μεταξύ των μελών της κι ενίσχυση της επικοινωνίας τους, επίλυση προβλημάτων συμπεριφοράς, διαχείριση θυμού, διαχείριση διαζυγίου - διατήρηση σωστής επικοινωνίας, αντιμετώπιση σχολικού εκφοβισμού και συμβουλευτική γονέων, υποστήριξη στην απώλεια και στην αντιμετώπιση δυσκολιών. Συνεργάζεται στο ιδιωτικό της γραφείο, με την Ψυχολόγο CBT Δέσποινα Μπαρμπαλιά, την Ψυχολόγο και Οικογενειακή θεραπεύτρια Χριστιάνα Βλάρα και την Παιδοψυχολόγο M.Sc. Ειρήνη Κορασίδη, στα πλαίσια της παροχής υπηρεσιών ψυχοθεραπείας και συμβουλευτικής σε παιδιά και εφήβους, αντιμετωπίζοντας όλα τα θέματα που τα αποσχολούν (ΔΕΠΥ- bulling- ενίσχυση αυτοεκτίμησης- διαπροσωπικές σχέσεις, οριοθέτηση- συμπεριφορά- εθισμός) με στόχο την επίτευξη της θεραπευτικής οικογενειακής "αγκαλιάς" .. Μαζί ΑγκαλιάΖούμε την ευτυχία. 

Liamis Nikos is a Psychologist - Specialist Systemic Psychotherapist.

He holds a Bachelor's degree from the Department of Psychology at the Metropolitan College of Piraeus, with a specialization in Systemic - Family Psychotherapy from the Institute of Education and Research "Logos Psyche," following the SANE model (System Attachment Narrative Encephalon). This specific model is an enriched systemic psychotherapy model that integrates elements from attachment theory, the narrative approach, and findings from neuroscience into therapeutic practice.

Additionally, he holds a Bachelor's degree from the Department of Primary Education of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and a Master's degree (MA) in "Child Psychology in Education." Concurrently, he works and has extensive experience at the Franco-Hellenic School "Saint Joseph," frequently engaging with the needs and concerns of students.

His practice is located in Piraeus, at the Counseling and Psychotherapy Center "SyneDRo," where he hosts adult and adolescent clients, respecting their individual needs and concerns.

He believes that psychotherapy is a journey of relief and gradual healing of past wounds. Every wound has its own magnitude and its own time toward healing. He approaches this process with care and understanding alongside each client, so that at their own pace, they are guided toward a healthier mental everyday life.

Paraskeui Stamataki is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist offering online sessions. She holds a degree in Psychology from Panteion University, with postgraduate studies in Neuroscience and Mental Functioning ("Brain and Mind") and specialization in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy and psychopathology. Having worked in various settings, including psychiatric clinics and diagnostic centers, she provides psychological support services for adults dealing with anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, as well as interpersonal issues. Her professional experience also includes collaboration with primary and secondary schools, offering comprehensive therapeutic solutions and counseling for personal development and mental well-being. Additionally, the Psychologist has participated in numerous seminars as part of her ongoing professional development. Ultimately, with the aim of effectively enhancing emotional balance and well-being, the specialist offers individualized psychological services centered on understanding and managing mental health challenges.

Dimitris Georgantas is a Mental Health Counselor and Psychotherapist who conducts online sessions. He studied Counseling Psychology at Mediterranean College in Thessaloniki in the Counseling and Psychology department, earning an HND degree from the British University, University of Derby. Simultaneously, he has attended numerous seminars such as the "Training in Psychology, Counseling, and Life Coaching" at the University of the Aegean, as well as the "Effective Parenting" training by Gordon Hellas. Currently, he is training in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy at the Recognized Center "Interdisciplinary & Research Psychosocial Support for Children and Adults" (D.I.K.E.Ps.Y). In recent years, he has maintained a private Counseling and Psychotherapy Center in the center of Komotini, working both online and in person. He believes that Psychodynamic Psychotherapy helps individuals to better understand themselves, recognize deeper feelings and thoughts, and improve the way they relate to others. A crucial role in this process is played by the real and authentic relationship experienced between the Psychotherapist and the Client. This relationship becomes an important tool, where patterns and emotions that emerge within the therapeutic relationship facilitate the understanding of the Client’s relationships outside therapy. Thus, over time, the Client can express themselves freely, better understand themselves, process difficult emotions, and ultimately live more freely, with greater self-awareness and authenticity in their relationships.

Moraiti Stauroula is a Mental Health Counselor - Clinical Hypnotherapist and maintains a private practice in Glyfada. Simultaneously, she serves as a Scientific Collaborator at the Therapy Tree. She has completed studies in the Cognitive Behavioral Model and mental health counseling. Additionally, she has received training in Separation and Divorce Management for parents, Family and Couple Counseling and Therapy, and Social-Clinical Psychology of Addictions at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has shown particular interest in the area of Eating Disorders as well as Addictions, and has received specialized training in these fields at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Furthermore, she holds an International Diploma in Clinical Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy from the Essex Institute Of Clinical Hypnosis. Finally, in her practice, she works with adults, adolescents, and children using an integrative approach.

Η Ανδριάνα Καλογεροπούλου είναι Κλινική Ψυχολόγος και Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, με εκπαίδευση στη Συμβουλευτική και τη Συστημική Θεραπεία, καθώς και πιστοποιήσεις στον Νευρογλωσσικό Προγραμματισμό (NLP) και το Business & Career Coaching. Είναι κάτοχος μεταπτυχιακού τίτλου στην Εφαρμοσμένη Κλινική Ψυχολογία (University of UCLAN) και πτυχίου Ψυχολογίας με διάκριση Honors (University of Essex). Παράλληλα, διαθέτει μεταπτυχιακό MBA στο Μάρκετινγκ (University of Leicester) και πτυχιακές και μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές στη Νομική Επιστήμη (LLB & LLM – Δίκαιο Επιχειρήσεων, Université Pierre Mendès, Grenoble). Η πολυεπίπεδη επιστημονική της κατάρτιση και η πολυετής εμπειρία σε ηγετικές θέσεις πολυεθνικών εταιρειών τής επιτρέπουν να συνδυάζει τη βαθιά κατανόηση της ανθρώπινης συμπεριφοράς με στρατηγική σκέψη και οργανωσιακή αποτελεσματικότητα. Η εμπειρία της στον ανθρώπινο παράγοντα και στη διαχείριση οργανωσιακής συμπεριφοράς εμπλουτίζει το θεραπευτικό της έργο, συνδέοντας την ψυχολογία με την προσωπική ανάπτυξη και την επαγγελματική ευημερία. Η κλινική της εμπειρία περιλαμβάνει τη συμμετοχή της στο Ψυχιατρικό Τμήμα του 251 Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Αεροπορίας (ΓΝΑ), ως μέλος της διεπιστημονικής ομάδας που εργάζεται με νοσηλευόμενους με ψυχώσεις, καταθλίψεις, αγχώδεις διαταραχές και εξαρτήσεις. Συμμετέχει σε ομαδικές ψυχοθεραπείες και αξιοποιεί ψυχομετρικά εργαλεία στο πλαίσιο της ψυχοδιαγνωστικής διερεύνησης. Παράλληλα, δραστηριοποιείται σε συστημικά και συνθετικά κέντρα ψυχοθεραπείας και παρέχει ιδιωτικές συνεδρίες, συνδυάζοντας τη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία με τεχνικές Coaching και NLP, προσαρμοσμένες στις ανάγκες του κάθε ατόμου ή ομάδας. Υποστηρίζει εφήβους, ενήλικες, ζευγάρια, οικογένειες και επαγγελματίες στη διαχείριση των προκλήσεων της ζωής και της εργασίας. Ασχολείται με ζητήματα όπως αγχώδεις και καταθλιπτικές διαταραχές, τραύμα, απώλεια και κρίσεις ζωής, σχέσεις (γονεϊκές, προσωπικές και επαγγελματικές), διαχείριση φόβων, εθισμοί και συναισθηματική απορρύθμιση, διατροφικές διαταραχές, burnout, αυτοπεποίθηση, ανάπτυξη δεξιοτήτων ζωής, καθώς και τη μετεξέλιξη επαγγελματικών σχεδίων και διαδρομής καριέρας. Πιστεύει ότι κάθε θεραπευτική διαδικασία αποτελεί ένα μοναδικό ταξίδι αυτογνωσίας, ενσυναίσθησης και ουσιαστικής προσωπικής εξέλιξης. Δημιουργεί έναν ασφαλή και ενδυναμωτικό χώρο, μέσα στον οποίο ο άνθρωπος μπορεί να εκφραστεί, να αναδομήσει τον εαυτό του και να αναδείξει την ψυχική ανθεκτικότητα και την ισορροπία του στη ζωή και στις σχέσεις.

Papamargariti Vasiliki is a Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Kypseli. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Crete, followed by postgraduate studies in "Liaison Psychiatry: Integrated Care of Physical and Mental Health" at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), in "Clinical Interventions in Addictions" at the University of Crete, as well as in "Special Education and Training" at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Concurrently, she gained valuable experience in the field of mental health by working in significant institutions as a Psychologist, such as the Therapy Center for Dependent Individuals (KETHEA), in the Dual Diagnosis Unit, and in Counseling for Parents and Adolescents, having collaborated with a Youth Counseling Station for several years. Currently, she also works in Secondary Education alongside her private practice. The specialist is also certified in Systemic Psychotherapy - Family Therapy, having received the relevant certification from the Systemic Center for Training and Psychological Support (S.K.E.PSY), and in Couple Therapy (Institute for Training and Research in Systemic Psychotherapy).

Papaioannou Natassa is a Psychologist - Child Psychologist who maintains a private practice in Alimos. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the Open University of the United Kingdom and completed her postgraduate studies in developmental psychology with distinction (Master of Science in Child Psychology) at the University of Central Lancashire, England. As part of her continuous education and training, she is being trained in the systemic family and couples therapy approach at EPIPSY (Research University Institute of Mental Health), as well as in the theoretical foundations and practice of the modern and innovative therapeutic approach "play therapy." She is also a certified member of Play Therapy (PTUK - Play Therapy UK) of England. She has served as a Psychologist at the largest special education school in the Balkans (EEEEDK Agios Dimitrios) and in child protection facilities in the public and private sectors, most notably the SOS Children’s Villages, where she continues to work, providing her services always with the aim of the best possible support for the individualized needs of each person she undertakes. Additionally, since 2020, she has been working at Aeginiteio University Hospital of Athens (1st Psychiatric Clinic) as a Psychologist on research projects. The groundbreaking results of the research conducted to date have been published in two reputable international scientific journals. Finally, it is worth mentioning that sessions are available — for both adults and children — in person or online.

Skordara Euaggelia is a Psychologist licensed to practice and maintains her private practice in Marousi. She holds a BSc in Psychology from the University of East London and has completed postgraduate studies with an MA in Applied Educational Psychology from The American College of Greece. She is a trainee in the Counseling Psychotherapy training program at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, the Family Therapy training program at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, and the postgraduate program in Psychodietetics at the Hellenic Dietetic Association. She consistently attends seminars to continuously enrich her knowledge and psychotherapeutic skills. She has worked as a School Psychologist in primary education and in day centers as a Special Therapist in Early Intervention Programs for Autism, and for several years has worked in the educational support of students with learning and behavioral difficulties. In her private practice, she manages a wide range of cases, utilizing her scientific expertise and always focusing on providing the best possible service tailored to the individualized needs of each client she undertakes.

Plataniti Peny is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist specializing in Clinical Psychology and maintains a private practice in the Zografou area. She completed her undergraduate studies at the Department of Psychology, School of Social Sciences, University of Crete, and her postgraduate studies in Clinical Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. During her postgraduate studies, she trained in the model of psychodynamic psychotherapy. She receives regular supervision from a member of the Northern Hellenic Psychoanalytic Society (N.H.P.S.) and continuously updates her knowledge through scientific psychoanalytic conferences and seminars.

As a professional psychologist, she has collaborated with organizations such as the Non-Profit Association DESMOS, the Non-Governmental Organization PLOES – Psychosocial Studies Company, the Ministry of Social Cohesion & Family, as well as with private mental health agencies. She collaborates with the Mobile Mental Health Unit of the Western Cyclades of the Regional Development and Mental Health Company (EPAPSY), engaging in therapeutic and community work.

Throughout her academic and professional career, she has gained experience in psychotherapy for adults, children, and adolescents, parental counseling, and support for individuals with psychosocial problems.

Sotiris Ntatsopoulos is a Mental Health Counselor specializing in the management of anxiety, stress, panic attacks, and psychosomatic symptoms. His work centers on supporting individuals facing anxiety and mood disorders, panic attacks, phobias, as well as guiding people who wish to focus on self-improvement and their personal or professional development. In his private practice in Ilion, he provides counseling both individually and in groups, as well as for couples, creating a safe and supportive environment. Through the counseling process, he assists clients in recognizing their difficulties, developing emotional management skills, and strengthening their mental resilience. His approach is based on Counseling Psychology combined with Mindfulness techniques, aiming to enhance self-awareness and foster healthier balances in the client’s daily life. This method allows individuals to gain deeper self-understanding and discover new ways to manage the challenges they face. Sotiris Ntatsopoulos studied Counseling Psychology and Mindfulness at IEK ALFA and holds a Recognized and Certified Counseling Degree from the Ministry of Education, as well as an International & Certified Degree in Counseling Psychology - Mindfulness from the International Body ABC CERTA. He maintains a private Counseling Psychology practice in Ilion. With consistency, respect, and empathy, he supports every individual, group, or couple on their personal journey toward improving mental health, self-actualization, and achieving a higher quality and more balanced life. Finally, there is the option for sessions to be conducted online as well.

Gianneli Mara is a Psychologist - certified Systemic Psychotherapist and holds a professional practice license. She studied Psychology at Panteion University and is pursuing her postgraduate studies in the Human Resources Management department at the University of Northampton, UK. She has attended seminars on stress management, eating disorders, and positive psychology. She has worked in initiatives and organizations with individuals on the autism spectrum, as well as with mental health disorders. She provides online sessions to adolescents, adults, as well as couples and families.