Health professionals for Sadness and distress near Vrilissia

Η Αγγελική Μουσταφά Μήτση, η Άννα Μαρία Μωραΐτου είναι βραβευμένες Ψυχολόγοι - Ψυχοθεραπεύτριες και εδρεύουν στη Νέα Ερυθραία. Η Μουσταφά – Μήτση Αγγελική είναι πτυχιούχος Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών και κάτοχος δύο Μεταπτυχιακών Τίτλων Σπουδών: «Family and Human Development» (MSc) από το Arizona State University και «HRM» (MSc) από το AUEB.Έχει ολοκληρώσει τετραετή εκπαίδευση στη Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία στο Ευρωπαϊκό Ινστιτούτο Συνθετικής Ψυχοθεραπείας (EIIP), αποκτώντας την πιστοποίηση Συνθετικής Ψυχοθεραπεύτριας. Επιπλέον, έχει επιμορφωθεί και λάβει πιστοποίηση από το Εθνικό και Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών στη Συμβουλευτική και Θεραπεία Ζεύγους και Οικογένειας, καθώς και στην Παιδοψυχολογία. Διαθέτει πολυετή επαγγελματική εμπειρία στην ψυχοθεραπευτική υποστήριξη παιδιών, εφήβων, ενηλίκων, ζευγαριών και οικογενειών. Είναι ιδρύτρια και Επιστημονική Υπεύθυνη του TheraNous και του TheraKid, έχοντας ενεργό ρόλο στον επιστημονικό σχεδιασμό, την εποπτεία και την ανάπτυξη των παρεχόμενων υπηρεσιών. Στο παρελθόν εργάστηκε ως Ψυχολόγος στην Ψυχιατρική Κλινική «Σινούρη» και στην Εταιρεία Περιφερειακής Ανάπτυξης και Ψυχικής Υγείας (ΕΠΑΨΥ). Μέσα από την επαγγελματική της πορεία έχει αποκτήσει σημαντική κλινική εμπειρία, εφαρμόζοντας τη Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία και αξιοποιώντας στοιχεία από διαφορετικές ψυχοθεραπευτικές προσεγγίσεις, ανάλογα με τις ανάγκες του κάθε θεραπευόμενου. Είναι μέλος του Συλλόγου Ελλήνων Ψυχολόγων. Στη θεραπευτική της εργασία προσεγγίζει κάθε άνθρωπο με ενσυναίσθηση, σεβασμό και επιστημονική υπευθυνότητα, δημιουργώντας ένα ασφαλές θεραπευτικό πλαίσιο που ενισχύει την προσωπική ανάπτυξη, την ψυχική ανθεκτικότητα και τη συνολική ευημερία.

Η Μωραΐτου Άννα Μαρία είναι Ψυχολόγος, απόφοιτος του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου. Είναι κάτοχος Μεταπτυχιακού Διπλώματος Ειδίκευσης από την Ιατρική Σχολή του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών στο αντικείμενο «Διασυνδετική Ψυχιατρική: Απαρτιωμένη Φροντίδα Σωματικής και Ψυχικής Υγείας», με έμφαση στην κλινική ψυχοπαθολογία, τις ψυχοσωματικές διαταραχές, τη διαχείριση του χρόνιου πόνου και την αποκατάσταση. Έχοντας ολοκληρώσει τον κύκλο σπουδών στη Συμβουλευτική Ψυχοθεραπεία, διανύει σήμερα την τετραετή εκπαίδευσή της στη Συστημική-Οικογενειακή Ψυχοθεραπεία.Η κλινική της εμπειρία έχει διαμορφωθεί μέσα από συνεργασίες με δημόσιες ψυχιατρικές δομές, όπως το 414 Στρατιωτικό Νοσοκομείο Ειδικών Νοσημάτων, το Ψυχιατρικό Νοσοκομείο Αττικής «Δαφνί» και το Πανεπιστημιακό Γενικό Νοσοκομείο «Αττικόν». Στο πλαίσιο αυτό, έχει συμμετάσχει σε διαδικασίες διαγνωστικής αξιολόγησης, ψυχομετρικής εκτίμησης, θεραπευτικής παρέμβασης και διαχείρισης κρίσεων, τόσο σε ατομικό όσο και σε ομαδικό επίπεδο.Παράλληλα, έχει εργαστεί ως ψυχολόγος σε δημόσιες και ιδιωτικές δομές ψυχικής υγείας, κέντρα ημέρας, οικοτροφεία, καθώς και σε φορείς του τρίτου τομέα (ΜΚΟ και ΑΜΚΕ). Υπήρξε ενεργό μέλος της επιστημονικής ομάδας του ερευνητικού προγράμματος Μ.Α.Ν.Ε. (2017) για τις ακούσιες νοσηλείες στο Ψυχιατρικό Νοσοκομείο Αττικής, ενώ έχει συμβάλει και στην επιμέλεια ακαδημαϊκών κειμένων στον χώρο της Ψυχολογίας. Στη θεραπευτική διαδικασία προσεγγίζει κάθε άνθρωπο με σεβασμό, ενσυναίσθηση και αυθεντικό ενδιαφέρον, αναγνωρίζοντας τη μοναδικότητα των αναγκών του και εστιάζοντας στην ολιστική κατανόηση και ουσιαστική υποστήριξη της ψυχικής του υγείας.

Giorgos Rossonis is a Psychotherapist - Mental Health Counselor with private practices in Pagkrati and Kifisia. He holds a degree from the Department of Philosophy, Pedagogy, and Psychology with a specialization in Psychology from the University of Ioannina. He possesses a Diploma in Counseling Skills from the Athens Synthesis Center and has completed postgraduate training in Integrative Psychotherapy at the same Center. Additionally, he has attended training programs on "Learning Disabilities and Counseling Skills for Specialists and Educators" and "Contemporary Issues in Child Psychiatry" at the General Children's Hospital "P. & A. Kyriakou." He has completed his internship in numerous groups both abroad and domestically within the alcohol detoxification program at the 10th Alcoholics DAFNI. Furthermore, he has worked as a Counselor on the 24-hour psychological support line for the armed forces at the Inter-Branch Mental Health Center of the Armed Forces, as well as in the Wishes Department of Make-A-Wish Greece. Finally, he is a member of the European Society of Integrative Psychotherapy and the Hellenic Society of Integrative Counseling and Psychotherapy. As a psychotherapist, he is dedicated to helping individuals on their journey toward self-discovery, confronting their fears, and progressing toward self-actualization.

Vaso Sofia is a Psychologist-Psychotherapist, licensed to practice with license number 912/6-2-2017, and maintains a private practice in Agia Paraskevi. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Leiden University, she completed her training in the Rational Emotive Behavioral approach. Through this approach, her goal is to teach individuals the power they have over their thoughts and emotions, as well as techniques for functional and logical handling of challenging daily situations. In 2025, she began her training in EMDR psychotherapy, which aims to relieve individuals from the emotional and physical distress caused by troubling and adverse life experiences. Since 2019, she has been working in private mental health service providers, dealing with children, adolescents, and adults. Finally, due to her interest in the developments in Psychology, she continuously chooses to stay informed and trained through seminars.

Afrodopoulou Eleni is a Mental Health Counselor - Psychotherapist. She maintains a practice at the Medihall polyclinic center in Kifisia and is the scientific director of the Ariadne and Odysseus Psychosocial Rehabilitation Hostel. She graduated from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens with postgraduate training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and holds a postgraduate diploma in Life Coaching - AC Accredited. She has experience and provides specialized interventions for anxiety management, improvement of relationships, as well as personal self-esteem, and assistance in every aspect of a person's life who wishes to develop.

Skafidas Spyros BSc, MSc is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Kifisia. He holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at the University of Nicosia and a master's degree in Criminology from the same University. Additionally, he has attended a seminar on "Criminological Research: The Contribution of Psychology" at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, and he currently participates in the seminar "Anxiety and Depression: Psychoeducation and Management" at the same institution. He completed his internship at the Counseling Station "Agia Skepi" in Cyprus and was part of the Psychosocial Care Team at the Armored Training Center (KETTH) Avlona. Moreover, he provided psychological counseling support on the Armed Forces SOS 24-hour hotline at the 414 Military Hospital of Special Diseases (SNEN) and has worked as a Psychologist at the KDAP MEA Prosvasis. Currently, he is a Psychologist at the Day Care and Day Care Center for People with Disabilities "Nikodimos Graikos" of the Foundation for the Care of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities or Down Syndrome "Maria Kokkori".

Nektaria Siatra is a Psychologist based in Agia Paraskevi, specializing in counseling and psychotherapy for adults.

She is trained in systemic therapy and in supporting couples and families, and has attended specialized seminars on depression, anxiety, psychological trauma, and sexuality.

Her professional experience includes work in mental health residential facilities, as well as in support centers for adolescents, parents, and families. In her private practice, she offers individual sessions with a focus on the systemic approach, emphasizing the role of human relationships in emotional well-being.

As a Psychologist and Systemic Therapist, she is committed to mental health care and to strengthening interpersonal connections. She works with adolescents, couples, and families, while consistently continuing her theoretical and practical training through ongoing education, personal therapy, and supervision.

She believes that personal growth and emotional balance require nurturing meaningful relationships that offer inspiration, support, and purpose. Self-care and the care of our relationships form the foundation of a fulfilling and authentic life.

From the perspective of Systemic Thinking, each person is seen as part of a broader whole. Every change in one member of the system has the potential to bring positive transformation to the entire system. People often experience psychological distress within relationships—but through genuine and supportive interaction, those same relationships can become a space for healing and growth.

Kazepi Mikaela - Ermioni is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Marousi. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She specializes in stress and anxiety disorders through her postgraduate studies in the "Science of Stress and Health Promotion" program at the Medical School of Athens. She is specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with certification from Aeginiteio Hospital, the Research University Institute of Mental Health. She has been a member of Aeginiteio Hospital of Athens in the "Early Intervention in Crisis" department and in the hospital’s regular outpatient clinics. Additionally, she has previously served as a Psychologist at the Mental Health Center of the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas". Subsequently, she completed the postgraduate seminar in Clinical Psychopathology "Panagiotis Oulis" of the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has completed her academic training in the annual postgraduate Clinical Training Program for Psychologists of the same institution. Concurrently, she conducts psychotherapy sessions with adults and adolescents, providing support for issues related to anxiety, stress, and other psychological difficulties.

Dimitris Aggelopoulos is a psychotherapist and educator specializing in Group Analysis. In his private practice, located in the center of Athens, he provides individual and group psychotherapy to individuals facing challenges in their personal lives, relationships, or mental health. His goal is not only the relief of symptoms, but also the emergence of each unique individual and the discovery of new ways of behavior and perception, focusing on healthy relationships and a sense of fulfillment.

He firmly believes that psychological difficulties are not solely individual problems, but mirrors of society, the relationships, and the groups within which we live and interact. Through Group Analysis, he utilizes the function of the group to facilitate the revealing of hidden aspects of the self, offering honest feedback and creating a space where individuals can express themselves freely, without fear of judgment. The group operates as a microcosm of relationships – a dynamic reality in which changes do not remain theoretical, but significantly impact the members’ broader lives.

Dimitris Aggelopoulos fosters an environment of safety and trust, where each person has the opportunity to face their challenges and cultivate the distinctive characteristics of their personality. Psychotherapy is not a luxury, but a vital investment in the relationship with ourselves and others.

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.

Eleonora Tsilimpakou is a Social Worker, graduate of Democritus University of Thrace, with postgraduate studies in Clinical Social Work with families and children from the University of West Attica. After completing her postgraduate studies, she trained as a Career Guidance Counselor at the Higher School of Pedagogical and Technological Education and completed a four-year training program in Gestalt Psychotherapy at the Gestalt Foundation Psychotherapy and Training Center. Additionally, she has been trained in coordinating parent groups by the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, as well as in the Healthy Relationship Building Program between the two genders. She possesses extensive professional experience as a Social Worker, having worked in both private and public sectors, including the Elderly Care Unit "Frontizo," the Adult Psychiatric Clinic "Agia Aikaterini," the 2nd Special Vocational Education and Training Laboratory (EEEKK) of Piraeus "Anixi," the Foster Care Service of SOS Children’s Villages, the 2nd Local Health Unit of Nea Filadelfeia, as well as the Day Center for Children and Adolescents of the Hellenic Society of Medical Psychology. As a Career Guidance Counselor, she has collaborated with the Career Office of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, and since 2020 she has maintained a private practice in Agia Paraskevi, Attica, where she provides psychotherapy services in both individual and group settings.

Georgia Koltsida MSc is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Agia Paraskevi. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (grade 8.41/10) and holds a Master’s Degree (MSc) in “Child and Adolescent Mental Health” from the European University of Cyprus (grade 9.45/10). She has been trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy at the Society for Cognitive-Behavioral Studies (ΕΓΣΣ), recognized by the European Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Therapies (EABCT). Additionally, she has completed specializations in the use of psychometric tools (WISC-V, WAIS-IV, MMPI-2, SCID-5-CV, SCID-5-PD), as well as further training in school psychology and personality disorders (Cluster C). Professionally, she has worked in mental health facilities and special education centers, providing assessment and psychotherapeutic intervention to children, adolescents, and adults. Through the Doctor Anytime platform, she offers individual sessions to adults facing difficulties such as anxiety, depressive mood, low self-esteem, or interpersonal challenges, aiming at psychological empowerment and personal development within a framework of trust, respect, and empathy.