Health professionals for Συμβουλευτική γονέων και παιδιών in the Southern suburbs of Athens

Argyri Eirini is a Psychologist - Child Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Piraeus. She studied Psychology at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and completed postgraduate studies at the University of Central Lancashire in the United Kingdom. Subsequently, she specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy for Adults, Adolescents, and Children at the Institute of Research and Therapy of Behavior. Additionally, she specialized in Art Therapy, with an emphasis on Visual Arts, at the University of the Aegean. She possesses extensive experience, having worked in various institutions such as Special Therapy Centers, Primary and Secondary Education, as well as hospitals. Finally, she served as a Psychology Professor at Metropolitan College.

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.

Papaioannou Natassa is a Psychologist - Child Psychologist and maintains her 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 ongoing education and training, she is being trained in the approach of Systemic Family and Couple Therapy 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.’ Additionally, she is a certified member of Play Therapy (PTUK - Play Therapy UK) in England. She has served as a Psychologist at the largest special education school in the Balkans (EEEAK of Agios Dimitrios) and in child protection structures in both the public and private sectors, most notably at SOS Children’s Villages, where she continues to provide her services always with the aim of the best possible service tailored to the individualized needs of each person she undertakes. Since 2020 and to the present, she has also been working at the Aiginiteio University Hospital of Athens (1st Psychiatric Clinic) as a Psychologist in research projects. The pioneering results of the research conducted so far have been published in two reputable international scientific journals. Finally, it is worth mentioning that sessions are available for both adults and children, offered in-person as well as online.

Tourlente Nikoletta is a Psychologist with a private practice in Ilioupoli. She studied Psychology at the University of Crete and completed a Master of Science (M.Sc.) specialization in Social Psychiatry at the Medical School of Democritus University of Thrace. Additionally, she pursued further studies by completing the interdisciplinary University Clinical Postgraduate Training Program “Group Dynamics in Psychiatric Settings” at the First Psychiatric Clinic of the University of Athens. She has significant experience having worked as a Psychologist in the adult Psychiatric Clinic of the Regional University General Hospital of Heraklion (Pe.Pa.G.N.H.), at the Social Psychiatry Company "P. Sakellaropoulos," and at the Institute of Mental Health for Children & Adults (I.P.S.Y.P.E.) "P. Sakellaropoulos.”

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.

Georgia Bekiaris is a child psychologist holding a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a Master’s degree in Neuroscience of Education from the University of Macedonia. She has completed advanced training in Special Education, Medical Psychology, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) through programs at the University of Athens, the “Dromokaitio” Psychiatric Hospital, and the Hellenic Association for Cognitive Behavioral Studies.She has extensive experience in Special Therapy Centers in Vyronas, Piraeus, Glyfada, Voula, and Kypseli, providing psychotherapy and psychoeducational support to children and adolescents with typical and atypical development, conducting learning and psychological assessments, and offering parental counseling. Since 2024, she has maintained a private practice in Kallithea.Her professional work is complemented by continuous professional development and active participation in national and international conferences, with a focus on child and adolescent mental health, ADHD, and psychoeducation.

She was born in Athens and obtained her degree from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) (psychologist professional license, No. 1064783). She continued her education by completing a three-year training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling, followed by additional training in Systemic Psychotherapy at the Systemic Counseling and Psychotherapeutic Center. Subsequently, she earned her certification in trauma therapy – EMDR, at the Institute of Trauma Therapy. Additionally, she has attended various seminars and received training in biofeedback (a non-pharmacological therapeutic approach). She works as a Psychologist – Psychotherapist and collaborates with the Stress Management Center SMS (Stress Management Solutions). She specializes in anxiety and stress management, panic attack treatment, depression treatment, and eating disorder issues. She also specializes in the treatment of children and adolescents with anxiety-related issues, such as performance anxiety and the management of various other distressing emotions, as well as in parental counseling. The intervention is personalized and collaborative with the individual, considering various factors that become clear through individual interviews and questionnaires, aiming at the overall enhancement of the individual's quality of life across all domains.

Katsorida Katerina BSc, MSc is a Mental Health Counselor - Psychotherapist and maintains the private practice "Psychotherapevein" in Vyronas, which is a space created with great care, serving as a place for self-care through psychotherapy and counseling. The Mental Health Counselor graduated from the Department of Philosophy, Pedagogy, and Psychology with a specialization in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She continued her studies in England, where she completed a postgraduate program in Clinical Health Psychology at the University of Central Lancashire. She specializes in Cognitive and Behavioral Psychotherapy and Clinical Hypnosis - Biothymic Psychotherapy from the Center of Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling. She was trained in administering neuropsychological tests for assessing higher cognitive functions (attention - concentration, verbal and visual memory, executive functions, language, visuospatial-constructive abilities), participated in conducting prevention groups for Alzheimer’s disease in healthy elderly individuals and in topical groups, cognitive strengthening, and reminiscence therapy in elderly patients with moderate and advanced dementia. She provided counseling to relatives of dementia patients and individual cognitive strengthening to dementia patients under continuous supervision within the framework of the Memory Clinic and the epidemiological study conducted in collaboration with the University of Athens, the Municipality of Marousi, and the Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders Society. She continued her practical training at the Hellenic Center for Intercultural Psychiatry and Care "Kostis Ballas," Heliotropio Day Center, observing and participating in groups focused on developing social and cognitive skills in adults with psychiatric disorders. Finally, she regularly attends numerous seminars and conferences as part of continuous education and professional development.

Katsika Athanasia is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist with a private practice in Argyroupoli. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology of the Faculty of Philosophy in Athens and is licensed to practice as a psychologist. She specializes in Systemic Counseling and Psychotherapy and holds certification as a systemic psychotherapist. She has been trained in the assessment and rehabilitation of learning difficulties and in specialized behavioral intervention models for the psychoeducation of families with children with developmental disorders. For more than ten years, she worked as a psychologist in private special education centers, conducting individual and group sessions for children and adolescents with developmental and learning difficulties. Concurrently, she provided counseling sessions for parents and families. Additionally, she has participated as a speaker in national conferences on special education and counseling society events.

The Kentro Eidikon Therapeion Epi Paidos in Alimos is committed to supporting children with difficulties and their families who need assistance during this stage of their lives from a qualified professional with expertise and genuine concern for the optimal and swift progress of the child. The center offers assessments and therapeutic sessions conducted by a Speech Therapist, Occupational Therapist, and Child Psychologist. Special education and academic support sessions are also provided. Parents receive support through counseling sessions. The interdisciplinary team is supervised by Kassimi Penny, Speech Therapist, specialized in ADHD and Developmental Disorders. She studied Speech Therapy at the School of Health Sciences of the Technological Educational Institute of Patras and holds a diploma from the Higher School of Pedagogical and Technological Education (ASPETE), with a professional practice license and work experience since 2009. She specializes in speech and language delay, phonological disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, apraxia, developmental disorders, and learning difficulties. The individualized therapeutic programs, tailored to the needs of each child with respect for their personality and uniqueness, aim primarily to improve the quality of life for the child and their family.

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. 

Kourti Euaggelia is a Psychologist, a regular member of the Association of Greek Psychologists, and maintains a private practice in Piraeus. She studied Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and attended the Clinical Psychopathology program at the Research University Institute of Mental Health of Aeginiteio Hospital. She holds a postgraduate degree in Special Education from the University of Derby, UK, and has completed training programs in Applied Counseling and Psychotherapy (Academy of Counseling and Psychotherapy), Emotional Psychological Trauma Management (NKUA), Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychopathology (NKUA), and Parental Separation and Divorce Management (NKUA and NGO GONIS). Additionally, she has undergone training in "Parent Schools: Training of Instructors and Staff" (Educational Association, Official Body of the Ministry of Education) and "Psychotherapeutic Support for Children, Adolescents, and Families in Illness and Death" (non-profit organization Merimna). She continues her professional development with training in the four-year Systemic Family Psychotherapy program at the Laboratory of Human Relations Exploration. She provides support for a wide range of mental health issues. She practices psychotherapy in individual sessions with adults, adolescents, and children. Finally, she offers counseling support to couples, parents, and educators.

Andreadaki Kalliopi is a psychologist – child psychologist, maintaining a private practice in Piraeus and has held a Psychologist Professional License from the Piraeus Prefecture since 2008. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Research University Institute of Mental Health E.P.I.PSY of Aiginiteio Hospital. She has successfully completed the two-year training seminar "New Trends in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy" at the Hellenic Society for Behavioral Research and has attended seminars on "Clinical Psychopathology" at Aiginiteio, as well as "Counseling of Children and Families in Serious Illness and Bereavement" from the organization Merimna. Additionally, she has participated in training related to Clinical Psychopathology in children. Moreover, she has completed practical training at the Primary School of the National Foundation for the Deaf, the 1st Primary School for Autistic Children in Piraeus, and the Athena Boarding School. From 2008 to 2010, she worked as a psychologist in the Child Psychiatric Department of Tzaneio General Hospital of Piraeus, while from 2011 to 2019 she was part of the team of the sos 15900 helpline of the General Secretariat for Gender Equality, providing psychological support to women victims of violence. Finally, since 2019, she has been working as a school psychologist in primary schools in Piraeus.

Papakonstantinou Natalia - Aspasia MSc, BCBA is a Psychologist who maintains a private practice in Nea Smyrni. She holds a degree in Psychology from Winona State University and has completed doctoral studies in Neurobiology at the University of Pittsburgh. Additionally, she possesses a master's degree in Child Developmental Psychology from the University of Central Lancashire and has specialized in Special Education: Learning Disabilities and Dyslexia at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She is a Certified Behavior Analyst and has specialized in Eating Disorders at the Center for Training and Treatment of Eating Disorders. To date, she continues her educational journey with an approach in Systemic Psychotherapy and Counseling at the Laboratory of Systemic Psychology and Pedagogy "Rodakino". The psychologist has worked in numerous Centers and NGOs in Greece and abroad, gaining significant experience, and has participated in numerous conferences and publications. Finally, she has served as president of the Psychology Club and Psi Chi - Psychology Honor Society.

The decision to seek help from a mental health professional is an important and courageous act of self-care.

Whether someone is going through a difficult period, looking for ways to get to know themselves better, improve their relationships, or strengthen their psychological resilience, they have the opportunity to find support.

Ms. Christina Lepida follows an integrative approach to psychotherapy, enriched with elements from the existential–phenomenological perspective, which emphasizes lived experience, freedom, authenticity, and the meaning of life. At the same time, she incorporates techniques and tools from other evidence-based approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), thus tailoring each session to the specific needs of the individual.

Her goal is to offer a safe, genuine, and supportive space, where one can express themselves freely, without judgment. Together, you will explore the difficulties you are facing and seek ways for meaningful change and personal growth.

Ms. Lepida provides specialized psychotherapy services that cover a wide range of needs.

Sidiropoulos Stefanos is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a professional practice license and maintains a private office in Kallithea, the city where he was born and raised. He holds a degree in Psychology from Panteion University and practices psychotherapy within the framework of the Systemic approach with individuals, couples, and families. He has been trained and worked in various mental health settings for over 15 years, gaining the necessary experience, and continues to attend numerous sessions and workshops related to mental health and the science of Psychology. Notably, he also has experience from the military as a psychologist, conducting more than 1500 interviews. His office is located in the heart of Kallithea at Davaki Square, right above "Apollonion." In this new friendly space, you have the option to choose between two differently decorated offices (Louis Quinze and modern style), selecting the one closest to your personality that inspires more trust and intimacy. It is worth noting that he offers his services not only at his private office but also through home visits and online via the internet, with all sessions conducted exclusively by Mr. Sidiropoulos Stefanos himself and only in the Greek language. The core values upheld by the office include creating an atmosphere of trust, acceptance, and hope, a love for fellow human beings and the science of psychology, genuine interest, and sincere dialogue among all parties.

The Special Therapy Center "1 Dis Abilities" is located in Vyronas and offers services in Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Psychological Support, Psychotherapy, and Special Education. Within the safe environment of the center, the word disabilities transforms into 1 dis abilities! The center is managed by Kentro Eidikon Therapeion Ena Dis Abilities, specialized in the field of Occupational Therapy. The center's team also comprises specialized professionals in Speech Therapy, Psychological Support, and Special Education, who individually address and collaboratively manage each child's developmental, learning, or communication difficulties, highlighting their uniqueness through a modern, thoughtfully designed therapy program. The center creates a world of possibilities for each child, with targeted therapies leading to their substantial progress. The aim is meaningful empowerment and improvement of quality of life through a personalized and functional approach. Interventions by the center's team are conducted either individually or in small groups, within a safe, creative, and supportive environment. Their purpose is for each child to discover their capabilities, enhance their functionality, and enjoy daily life with autonomy and confidence.

Η Μαρία Χρυσανθακοπούλου είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και ιδρύτρια του Κέντρου Ψυχοθεραπείας SoulPath, στον Πειραιά.

Με την ολοκλήρωση των σπουδών της στην Εφαρμοσμένη Ψυχολογία στο University of Derby της Αγγλίας, συνέχισε μέσω υποτροφίας στο ομώνυμο Πανεπιστήμιο τις μεταπτυχιακές της σπουδές στην Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία και Συμβουλευτική. Ακολούθως, πραγματοποίησε επιπλέον μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές πάνω στην Αναπτυξιακή Παιδοψυχολογία από το University of Central Lancashire.

Επιπρόσθετα εκπαιδεύτηκε στην Εφαρμογή Μεθόδου Εκπαίδευσης Γονέων & την Εκπαίδευση Ενηλίκων, ενώ στοχεύει στη συνεχή δια βίου μάθηση αλλά και εκπαίδευσή της για την καλύτερη δυνατή παροχή υπηρεσιών. Κατέχει μια σειρά εκπαιδεύσεων και σεμιναρίων από δημόσιους και ιδιωτικούς φορείς, ενώ είναι πιστοποιημένη Κλινική Επόπτρια θεραπευτών & ομάδων από το British Psychological Society.

Βρίσκεται στον χώρο της Ψυχολογίας και δη της Ψυχοθεραπείας ενηλίκων ανελλιπώς από το 2016, ενώ η εμπειρία της στα Παιδιά, Εφήβους και την Συμβουλευτική Γονέων συμπληρώνει πλέον τα 4 χρόνια. Στην Ψυχοθεραπεία Ενηλίκων παράγει έργο σε Ελλάδα και εξωτερικό.

Έχει ολοκληρώσει συνεδρίες σε διάφορα πλαίσια, όπως σε Κέντρα Ψυχικής Υγείας και Ειδικών Θεραπειών, σε Ογκολογικό τμήμα Κλινικής και άλλους φορείς. Συντηρεί μια πολυετή συνεργασία με τα ΙΕΚ Άλφα Αθηνών, ως καθηγήτρια, καθώς επίσης και αργότερα ως εξωτερικός συνεργάτης.

Η πορεία της ως εισηγήτρια – ψυχολόγος απαρτίζεται από μαθήματα σε ενήλικο πληθυσμό και πολλά συμπληρωματικά σεμινάρια και δράσεις επί έτη. Αρθρογραφεί και είναι εισηγήτρια μαθημάτων και σεμιναρίων για ενήλικες και γονείς στο Psychology and Psyversity.psychology

Έχει δώσει ραδιοφωνικές συνεντεύξεις στο Athens 9,84fm, σε τοπικά κανάλια και άλλα μέσα κοινωνικής δικτύωσης με σκοπό την ενημέρωση, την πρόληψη και την αντιμετώπιση ζητημάτων ψυχικής υγείας.

Επίσης, έχει συνεργαστεί εθελοντικά με αρκετές δομές ανά τα χρόνια και συνεχίζει ανελλιπώς. Οι εισηγήσεις της περιλαμβάνουν εκδηλώσεις όπως: το Πανελλήνιο Συνέδριο Ψυχολογικής Έρευνας της Θεσσαλονίκης, το Student Excellence Conference of Athens, το DigitalExpo, τα ΙΕΚ Άλφα Αθηνών, το Gameathlon και άλλες μεγάλες συνεργασίες.