Psychologist with experience in Career Orientation Test in the Northern suburbs of Athens

Panagiotis Tagaris holds an MSc and is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with private practices in Nea Filadelfeia and Neo Iraklio. He has extensive experience managing a wide range of clinical cases. He holds a BSc in Psychology from Panteion University, a BSc in Primary Education from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, an MSc in School Counseling and Guidance from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and the University of Cyprus, as well as an MSc in Educational Sciences from the University of the Aegean.

Additionally, he has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) by the Society of Cognitive and Behavioral Studies, recognized by the European Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Therapies (EABCT), and is a Certified Career Counselor (Certified Ariston Counsellor – CAS).

He works privately, providing individual psychotherapy sessions for adults, children, and adolescents with a broad spectrum of interpersonal difficulties (separation, grief), depression, anxiety disorders (Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, Phobias), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and also offers parental counseling sessions.

He is employed as a Psychologist at the Ministry of Education, providing psychological support and counseling to students, educators, and families. He has many years of experience in mental health, education, and social service, actively participating in initiatives for the prevention of school bullying and adult education.

He has participated as a speaker in numerous conferences and training sessions and has been honored by the Hellenic Cardiological Society and the European Resuscitation Council for his longstanding contribution to the education of citizens and healthcare professionals in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.

Kitsou Xara is a Positive Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist, EMDR Trauma Therapist, and maintains a private practice in Nea Ionia. She is also an external collaborator with "Therapy Nest" and "Ψ-ΔΙΚΤΥΟ". She holds a degree in Psychology from the Faculty of Philosophy, University of Athens, and a specialization degree in Systemic Psychology from the Hellenic Institute of Systemic Representation. Additionally, she has been trained in EMDR Trauma Therapy at the Trauma Therapy Institute and holds an MSc in Applied Positive Psychology & Coaching Psychology from the University of East London. Currently, she is training in Psychological Assessment of children and adults. Furthermore, she possesses significant and extensive experience, having collaborated with both companies and organizations such as the Hellenic Institute of Systemic Representation and the Sikiarideio Foundation for individuals with special needs.

Eleutheria Fourtouni is a Mental Health Counselor and Sociologist with a rich academic background and specialized training in individual support. She holds a degree in Sociology from Panteion University and possesses the EPPAIK diploma (Educational Competence) from ASPAITE.

Her specialization as a Mental Health Counselor was completed through the three-year program at KETHESY, which included intensive supervised practical training and personal therapy. Her approach is based on the model of Recombinant Elective Counseling, a method that strategically combines different types of psychotherapy with a central focus on the psychodynamic approach.

Guided by holistic support,

she has further specialized in key areas such as: Career Counseling, Special Education, the Autism Spectrum and Learning Disabilities, Parent Counseling, Child Drawing Analysis, and Music Therapy.

Sociology plays an important role in her work as it takes into account both the individual's environment and its influence on them, as well as the reciprocal impact.

Combining scientific knowledge with empathy, she works with the aim of empowerment, support, and personal development of her clients, tailoring her tools to the unique needs of each individual.

Kyriakou Thomai is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Marousi and Argos. She also collaborates with the Center for Speech, Language, and Learning "Spell" as a Family Counselor and Psychoeducator and is the co-founder of the company "Morfogenesis," which provides counseling, training, support, guidance for individuals and groups, and training through seminars in workplace environments. She holds a degree in Psychology from the Open University of England, focusing on developmental psychology and the role of the father in the Greek family. Subsequently, she completed postgraduate studies in Psychology at the same university, specializing in criminology, prevention, and semiotic analysis. Throughout her career, she specialized as a family and group therapist in the Synthetic - Systemic approach at the Laboratory of Human Relations and as a couple therapist in the Emotionally Focused Therapy direction at the EFT Greek Network. Additionally, she recently completed the Gestalt Coaching in Business & Organizations Program to enhance her awareness of workplace issues and conditions, which are highly relevant in today's era. With children, she works psychotherapeutically using the Therapeutic Play method and is a Certified Play Therapist from Play Therapy Greece. To date, she has continuously updated and further educated herself on scientific topics related to psychology, psychotherapy, and education, considering their contribution essential to her professional practice. Finally, her extensive studies, experience, and collaborators enable her to work psychotherapeutically with individuals at different life stages, concerns, and needs. She works with adults, couples, families, and groups addressing issues such as the management of negative or intense emotions, low self-esteem, the creation and maintenance of functional relationships, and existential matters.

H Αντωνιάδου Μαίρη είναι Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Κλινική Υπνοθεραπεύτρια (Advanced Prof. Diploma), Συνθετική Σύμβουλος Ψυχικής Υγείας (Diploma), Σύμβουλος Επαγγελματικού Προσανατολισμού (M.Sc.) και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Νέο Ηράκλειο. Διαθέτει πτυχίο με ειδίκευση στην Ψυχολογία από τον Τομέα Ψυχολογίας του Τμήματος Φιλοσοφίας, Παιδαγωγικής και Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών, ενώ κατέχει μεταπτυχιακό δίπλωμα ειδίκευσης στη "Συμβουλευτική και Επαγγελματικό Προσανατολισμό" από το ίδιο Τμήμα και Πανεπιστήμιο. Επιπλέον, απέκτησε δίπλωμα εξειδίκευσης στη "Συνθετική Συμβουλευτική (Ψυχαναλυτική/Ψυχοδυναμική, Γνωσιακή - Συμπεριφορική (CBT), Προσωποκεντρική, Μορφολογική - Gestalt, Υπαρξιακή και Οικογενειακή/Συστημική)" από το Ευρωπαϊκό Ινστιτούτο Συμβουλευτικής και Ψυχοθεραπείας (EICP). Παράλληλα, είναι κάτοχος διεθνώς αναγνωρισμένου επαγγελματικού διπλώματος εξειδίκευσης και μετεκπαίδευσης LEVEL 7 στη "Θεραπευτική Κλινική Υπνοθεραπεία (TCH)" και στη "Γνωσιακή - Συμπεριφορική Κλινική Υπνοθεραπεία (CBH)" από το Κέντρο Ψυχοθεραπείας και Μοντέρνας Εφαρμοσμένης Ψυχολογίας. Συνεχίζει, στο πλαίσιο επιμόρφωσής της, με νέες σπουδές στην Ψυχολογία και στα σύγχρονα δεδομένα της στο Μητροπολιτικό Πανεπιστήμιο του Λονδίνου. Είναι εγγεγραμμένο μέλος του Εθνικού Μητρώου Συμβούλων Σταδιοδρομίας - Επαγγελματικού Προσανατολισμού και πιστοποιημένη Σύμβουλος Σταδιοδρομίας - Επαγγελματικού Προσανατολισμού Επιπέδου Α (Ανωτέρου Επιπέδου) από τον Εθνικό Οργανισμό Πιστοποίησης Προσόντων και Επαγγελματικού Προσανατολισμού (Ε.Ο.Π.Π.Ε.Π.). Επιπροσθέτως, έχει πιστοποιηθεί στη "Χρήση των test Προσωπικότητας, Ικανοτήτων και Ενδιαφερόντων e-mellon" μέσω της ISON Psychometrica. Έχει πραγματοποιήσει μεταπτυχιακή πρακτική άσκηση σε δομές που δραστηριοποιούνται στον τομέα της Συμβουλευτικής και του Επαγγελματικού Προσανατολισμού, ενώ έχει ολοκληρώσει πρακτική άσκηση στο πλαίσιο της εκπαίδευσής της στη Συνθετική Συμβουλευτική, καθώς και στη Θεραπευτική Κλινική Υπνοθεραπεία (TCH) και στη Γνωσιακή και Συμπεριφορική Κλινική Υπνοθεραπεία (CBH). Παράλληλα, έχει συνεργαστεί επιστημονικά με επαγγελματικούς χώρους συναφείς με τη Συμβουλευτική. Κατά την περίοδο 2023 - 2024, στο πλαίσιο της εκπαίδευσής της στη Συνθετική Συμβουλευτική, εκπόνησε πτυχιακή εργασία με αντικείμενο τη Συγκινησιακά Εστιασμένη Θεραπεία (Emotionally Focused Therapy - EFT), με τίτλο "Δημιουργώντας υγιείς σχέσεις". Σε ερευνητικό επίπεδο, έχει ολοκληρώσει διπλωματική εργασία βασισμένη σε εμπειρική και συγκριτική μελέτη και, στο πλαίσιο της προετοιμασίας της για την εκπόνηση διδακτορικής διατριβής, παρακολούθησε εξειδικευμένα εκπαιδευτικά προγράμματα, αποκτώντας πολλαπλές πιστοποιήσεις από το Durham University του Ηνωμένου Βασιλείου. Η επιστημονική της δραστηριότητα περιλαμβάνει τη συμμετοχή της σε πληθώρα συνεδρίων και ημερίδων σχετικών με τα γνωστικά της αντικείμενα, τόσο με εισηγήσεις όσο και ως μέλος επιστημονικών και οργανωτικών επιτροπών. Επιπλέον, έχει συμβάλει στη συγγραφή επιστημονικών άρθρων που έχουν δημοσιευθεί σε ελληνικά και διεθνή επιστημονικά περιοδικά. Είναι μέλος του International Council of Integrative Psychotherapists (ICIP) της Μεγάλης Βρετανίας και της Ελληνικής Εταιρείας Συμβουλευτικής (ΕΕΣ). Αξίζει να σημειωθεί πως, το 2025 έλαβε τιμητική διάκριση από τους "Αετούς της Υγείας" για το περιεχόμενο και την ποιότητα των παρεχόμενων υπηρεσιών της, καθώς και για το υψηλό επίπεδο ικανοποίησης των θεραπευόμενών της.

Giannakopoulou Maria is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist providing individual sessions both in-person and online. She has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She offers psychotherapeutic support to adults, adolescents, and children, focusing on understanding and modifying dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors related to anxiety, mood, and interpersonal difficulties.

She studied Psychology at the University of Derby and completed her training in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling. Additionally, she holds a Master's degree (MSc) in Counseling and Guidance from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.

She has worked in private and public mental health institutions, supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, depressive symptoms, relationship difficulties, and self-esteem issues.

Within the therapeutic setting, she emphasizes a collaborative relationship with the client and the clear formulation of goals. Through understanding cognitive and emotional patterns, the aim is to develop more functional ways of thinking and behaving, as well as to enhance psychological resilience. The therapeutic process is individually tailored, taking into account each person's needs, pace, and objectives.

Simultaneously, she regularly participates in supervision and professional development programs, aiming for continuous professional and personal growth.

Η Κυριακή Πασλίδη είναι Ψυχολόγος, Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και ειδικευόμενη Δεκτική Μουσικοθεραπεύτρια. Με πολυετή εμπειρία στον χώρο της ψυχικής υγείας, παρέχει υπηρεσίες Ψυχολογικής υποστήριξης, Συμβουλευτικής, Ψυχοθεραπείας και Δεκτικής Μουσικοθεραπείας σε παιδιά, εφήβους, ενήλικες και οικογένειες καθώς και υπηρεσίες επαγγελματικού προσανατολισμού σε έφηβους και ενήλικες. Βασική της επιδίωξη είναι η δημιουργία ενός ασφαλούς και υποστηρικτικού πλαισίου, όπου το άτομο μπορεί να αναπτύξει τις δυνατότητές του και να ενισχύσει την ψυχική του υγεία και ευεξία μέσα από εξατομικευμένη και επιστημονικά τεκμηριωμένη προσέγγιση.

Είναι υπεύθυνη του Κέντρου Ειδικών Θεραπειών «Ανοιχτός Τόπος» στη Νέα Ιωνία Αττικής, ένα σύγχρονο Κέντρο Ειδικών Θεραπειών και Συμβουλευτικής, αφιερωμένο στην υποστήριξη παιδιών, εφήβων, ενηλίκων και των οικογενειών τους. Με γνώμονα την προσωπική ανάπτυξη, την ψυχική ενδυνάμωση και τη βελτίωση της ποιότητας ζωής, προσφέρει ολοκληρωμένες υπηρεσίες αξιολόγησης, παρέμβασης, θεραπείας και επαγγελματικού προσανατολισμού. 

Εποπτεύει τη διεπιστημονική ομάδα του κέντρου η οποία αποτελείται από ψυχολόγους, λογοθεραπευτές, εργοθεραπευτές και ειδικούς παιδαγωγούς, ενώ συνεργάζεται με εξωτερικούς συνεργάτες, εξειδικευμένους επιστήμονες- παιδονευρολόγο, παιδοψυχίατρο και ψυχίατρο.

Elena Georgakopoulou is a Counseling Psychologist - Psychotherapist for children, adolescents, and adults. She holds a professional license to practice in England (HCPC Register PYL 15025) since 2006, and a professional license in Greece since 2008. She is also a regular member of the Hellenic Psychological Society and has worked as a Psychologist in the National Health Service of the United Kingdom (NHS), providing therapy to adults and children with severe clinical symptomatology. She has worked with adults and children and utilizes an eclectic and integrative model combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), systemic, and person-centered approaches. Her work often involves collaboration with parents, as well as coordination with other agencies such as educational settings, while in Greece she works remotely. She is interested in and can assist in areas such as autism and autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, anxiety and depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), low self-esteem and self-confidence, loss of meaning and direction in life, relational and attachment difficulties, and parental counseling. Sessions are also provided in English.

Saliverou Elisavet is a Psychologist - Psychoeducator - Psychotherapist, holding a Master's degree (MSc) in Counseling Psychology (National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Excellence Scholarship), with studies in Psychology, Education (National and Kapodistrian University of Athens), and Social Work (University of West Attica). She has been trained in Systemic – Family Psychotherapy and maintains a private Counseling – Psychotherapy practice. Simultaneously, she is responsible for the Counseling Service and social initiatives of HEN Athens and coordinates educational and psychoeducational programs for children, adolescents, adults, and parents. She has collaborated with organizations such as ELIZA, the "Together for the Child" hotline, SOS Children's Villages, and the Social Psychiatry Company P. Sakellaropoulos. She applies an integrative therapeutic approach (Systemic, Psychoanalytic, Narrative, Art Therapy) to various mental health issues of children, adolescents, and adults.

Η Ψιμοπούλου Σταυρίνα είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Μαρούσι από το 2018. Αποφοίτησε αρχικά από την Ανωτέρα Σχολή Δραματικής Τέχνης Εθνικού Θεάτρου και μετέπειτα από το Τμήμα Ψυχολογίας του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου Κοινωνικών και Πολιτικών Επιστημών. Ως ηθοποιός εργάστηκε στο θέατρο, στον κινηματογράφο και στην τηλεόραση ενώ παράλληλα εργαζόταν ως Ψυχολόγος και εμψυχώτρια θεατρικού παιχνιδιού από το 2009 - 23 στο σχολείο (παιδικό σταθμό - νηπιαγωγείο) που διατηρούσε στα βόρεια προάστια, την Παραμυθούπολη. Κάθε καλοκαίρι είχε την επιμέλεια των σχολικών παραστάσεων, γράφοντας παραμύθια και εμψυχώνοντας γονείς και παιδιά για την πραγμάτωση τους. Το 2020 πέρασε στα χέρια της και η διοίκηση του σχολείου, την οποία και αποχαιρέτησε τον Ιούλιο του 2024, ολοκληρώνοντας έτσι ένα μεγάλο κύκλο. Παράλληλα εργάστηκε ως Ψυχολόγος στο δημοτικό, γυμνάσιο και λύκειο των "Εκπαιδευτηρίων Καντά". Είναι πιστοποιημένη συνεργάτης της Gordon Hellas από το 2015, καθώς και πιστοποιημένη εκπαιδεύτρια γονέων και δασκάλων στα πρόγραμματα: Parent effectiveness training/Teacher effectiveness training / Υπέροχα Νήπια /Πειθαρχία χωρίς τιμωρία του Thomas Gordon (Προσωποκεντρική προσέγγιση). Εμψύχωσε ομάδες γονέων και δασκάλων από το το 2015 έως και το 2022. Στη διαδρομή της ακολούθως έρχεται η Συγκινησιακά Εστιασμένη θεραπεία (Emotional Focused Therapy/Sue Johnson), στην οποία εκπαιδεύτηκε για δύο χρόνια, υπό την υποστήριξη και καθοδήγηση της Κα Κυριακής Πολυχρόνη και του ΑΚΜΑ (Αθηναϊκό Κέντρο Μελέτης του Ανθρώπου). Πρόκειται για μοντέλο θεραπείας ζεύγους, το οποίο εφαρμόζεται και στην ατομική θεραπεία. Από το 2020 έως και σήμερα έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη Συστημική προσέγγιση στη ψυχοθεραπεία, καθώς ολοκλήρωσε το διετές πρόγραμμα "Συστημικό Σκέπτεσθαι" και το μονοετές πρόγραμμα ΔΙΣΕΦΕ (Διαλεκτική Συστημική Εφαρμοζόμενη Επιστημολογία/Συμβουλευτική Επαγγελματικού Ρόλου) στο ΑΚΜΑ. Συνεχίζει την μελέτη της προσέγγισης αυτής και τα προσεχή χρόνια. Έχει εκπαιδευτεί σε ποικίλα ψυχομετρικά εργαλεία (WISC TEST,A TEST, Προβολικά test TAT/CAT, παιδικό ιχνογράφημα στο κέντρο Πρόληψης και Συμβουλευτικής), καθώς επίσης και στο Ψυχόδραμα και Δραματοθεραπεία στο Ψυχόδραμα Αθήνα ΨΥΚΑΠ (Ψυχοδραματικό Κέντρο Ανάπτυξης της Προσωπικότητας). Τέλος, από το 2018 είναι μέλος του Συλλόγου Ελλήνων Ψυχολόγων.

Pilavios Mixalis (MA) is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains private practices in Kolonaki and Marousi, working with both adolescents and adults. Simultaneously, he works as a Psychologist at the Mind Balance Psychotherapy Center. He earned his master's degree in Process Oriented Psychology from the Process Work Institute in Portland, Oregon (USA). He also holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Newcastle, United Kingdom. He completed his clinical training through River's Way Clinic in Portland (USA) and is a member of the International Association of Process Oriented Psychology (IAPOP) and Process Work Greece. His primary areas of focus include anxiety and stress (particularly school-related), low self-esteem, difficulties in friendships and peer relationships, family tensions, romantic relationships, management of emotions such as anger and sadness, identity and self-determination issues, as well as balancing school, friends, and family.

Metaksa Krystallia is a Psychologist with a private practice in Chalandri. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at the American College and has completed her internship and specialized training in the field of counseling, gaining valuable experience in managing and supporting individuals at various stages of their lives. Additionally, she has attended seminars aimed at specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a scientifically validated approach that helps individuals recognize and modify dysfunctional patterns of thought and behavior. As a counseling psychologist, she supports individuals and couples seeking guidance and empowerment during challenging phases of their lives. She creates a framework of trust and safety where clients can express their thoughts and emotions and discover new ways to manage their challenges. Her expertise includes the management of anxiety, stress, panic attacks, grief, loss, depression, interpersonal relationships and communication, personal development and empowerment, couple therapy, as well as career counseling for young people. With a focus on the uniqueness of each individual, her goal is to support you in overcoming difficulties, enhancing your skills, and achieving greater balance and quality of life.

Maggana Efi is a Psychologist - Clinical Hypnotherapist and operates her private practice in Kolonaki, where she addresses a wide range of psychological issues including anxiety disorders, depression, interpersonal relationship challenges, and personality disorders. She holds a degree in Psychology from Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences. Additionally, she earned a Master's degree in Occupational Psychology from the University of East London and a second Master's degree in Health and Occupational Psychology from the University of Paris, Université Paris 8.

Furthermore, she completed a one-year training program and internship in Clinical Hypnotherapy at the Institut Français d’Hypnose in Paris. She has professional experience as a Mental Health Counselor and HR consultant, having worked in France at the "Hôpital Kremlin-Bicêtre" in Paris and in Greece at the “EANP METAΞA” hospital.

She is currently undertaking further training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the DDEEΨY (Department of Psychological Education and Clinical Training) and regularly participates in various professional seminars in Psychology.

I am Prapas Ioannis, a psychologist and mental health counselor - psychotherapist. I maintain a private practice in Gerakas. I have studied Psychology in Greece (National and Kapodistrian University of Athens - E.K.P.A.) and Italy (E-Campus University), Cognitive and Behavioral Psychotherapy, Psycholinguistics and Counseling in Greece (E.K.P.A. and the Hellenic Open University - E.A.P.) and abroad (Scotland, Edinburgh). Additionally, I have training in Adult Education and Career Counseling. I hold diplomas in Integrative-Synthetic Psychotherapy, Counseling, and Positive Psychotherapy. I also collaborate on an external basis as a Parent and Adolescent Counselor with private organizations. In my practice, I handle cases spanning the entire spectrum of psychological and psychiatric mental health. I specialize in Parent and Adolescent Counseling with 30 years of experience, psychotherapy of a broad range of psychological and psychiatric cases, as well as career guidance for adolescents and adults.

Polina Flevari is a Psychologist MSc - Psychotherapist, graduated with honors from Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences, holder of the legal license to practice psychology, and a certified psychotherapist (ECP) by the European Association for Psychotherapy (EAP). She has been trained in existential-humanistic psychotherapy and possesses extensive clinical experience through her work in mental health and psychosocial rehabilitation settings. In the context of her professional and personal development, she participates in private supervision and personal therapy, respectively. Based in the Northern Suburbs, in an aesthetically pleasing space in the Nea Erythrea area, she provides psychotherapy, psychoeducation, and counseling services, both online and in person, to adults and adolescents. Within her psychotherapeutic work, she collaborates with the individual, addressing a wide range of difficulties, including but not limited to depression, anxiety disorders, psychological trauma, loss, interpersonal relationship challenges, chronic illness, and generally, the need for self-awareness and personal development. The philosophy she consistently follows in therapeutic practice is founded on the development of an equal therapeutic relationship that respects the needs, desires, and difficulties of the individual seeking psychotherapy. The adoption of a professional stance adhering to the Principles of the Code of Ethics stems both from her continuous pursuit to promote and maintain high standards in her professional practice and from her deep commitment to the Hippocratic Principle of “beneficence and non-maleficence” as a Psychologist.

Skylitsi Ioanna Mag.Phil., MEd is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience supporting adults and couples, maintaining a private practice in Marousi. In her work, she creates a safe and meaningful space aimed at an in-depth understanding of the challenges affecting daily life, relationships, and internal balance. She has worked in Greece and Austria, both privately and within organized institutions, and for over ten years provided psychological support to women survivors of gender-based and domestic violence. She practices based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and the Systemic approach for couples. She offers in-person and online sessions in Greek and German.