Health professionals for Τόνωση αυτοεκτίμησης in Attica

Lyriotaki Polina is a licensed Psychologist and Psychotherapist. She maintains a private practice in the Gkyzi area. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences (2016). She has a four-year specialization in Psychotherapy, with a focus on Group-Analytic Psychodrama and Sociotherapy from the Open Psychotherapeutic Center - Institute of Psychodrama - Sociotherapy (2017-2023). Additionally, she is undergoing training in Classical Psychodrama of Moreno (2024 to present) at the Psychodramatic Center for Personality Development (PSY.K.A.P). Alongside her private practice, she serves as a psychotherapist and coordinator of psychotherapeutic groups for adolescents and young adults at the Center for Supportive Psychosocial Services "Journey to Development." She has also volunteered at K.E.TH.E.A Exelixis, in the Mobile Street Work Unit, providing psychosocial services to individuals with addictions. Furthermore, she has worked as a Psychologist at The Smile of the Child, on the National SOS Line, managing calls for children at risk and providing psychological support. She continues to enhance her professional skills by attending and participating in a significant number of conferences, seminars, and training programs. Additionally, she attends supervision sessions and participates in workshops and psychotherapy groups to support her personal development. In her private practice in Gkyzi, she offers individual psychotherapy sessions for adults, adolescents, and children. She also coordinates psychotherapeutic groups using the Psychodrama method and organizes experiential workshops focused on personality development.

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.

Joy Papapostolou is a Psychotherapist specializing in Person-Centered and Focusing Experiential Counseling & Psychotherapy (Hellenic Focusing Center).She has further specialization in ADHD through the postgraduate program of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), “Detection, Diagnosis and Management of Preschoolers, Children and Adolescents with ADHD”, in collaboration with the Hellenic Society for the Study of ADHD.Her academic background in Sociology & Criminology at Panteion University initially led her to a long professional career in Marketing. For over ten years, she worked as a Marketing Manager in multinational companies, gaining valuable experience in the structure and demands of a fast-paced professional environment. However, guided by her inner need for authentic human connection, she decided to change paths and dedicate herself to what she always loved: psychotherapy.She has offered her services on a voluntary basis in organizations such as:the Social Services Department of the Municipality of Glyfada the Hellenic Focusing Center (mainly with ADHD-related cases)She has completed more than 300 hours of personal therapy and has been in consistent supervision since the beginning of her professional journey.She actively participates in conferences, seminars, and training programs, constantly enriching her knowledge and therapeutic tools.Joy is a member of the Hellenic Person-Centered & Experiential Society (PCE Greece), a trainee member of the International Focusing Institute, New York (TIFI), and a regular member of the Hellenic Counseling Society.She chose the Person-Centered Approach because she deeply believes in the unique strength that every individual holds within, in how much each person can achieve, and in the way they can flourish when provided with a safe and supportive environment.

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.

Mr. Komninos Vasilis is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains his private practice in Ilisia. He holds a BSc(Hons) in Psychology from the Open University of the United Kingdom and a Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling from the University of Brighton. He has been trained in Group Systemic Psychotherapy at the Family Therapy Center and completed his specialization in group therapy at the Relational Group Psychotherapy Institute, under the direction and supervision of Mr. Stavros Charalambidis. He has served as a Psychologist - mental health counselor at The Rock Clinic in Brighton, a Group Therapist at the Family Therapy Center, as well as at ISOΨ. In his private practice, he manages a wide range of cases, always focusing on the best possible service tailored to the individualized needs of each person. Mr. Komninos, within the framework of his lifelong learning, regularly participates in seminars and international conferences and has presented clinical cases at scientific panels related to group and individual psychotherapy. Notable examples include the 1st Symposium on Relational Psychoanalysis and Group Psychotherapy in Athens, Oct/21, the online IARPP Symposium, Jan/22, the 18th Annual IARPP Conference, Los Angeles, USA, Jun/22, and the 21st international IAGP conference, Pescara, Italy, Jul/22. He is a member of the International Association for Relational Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy (IARPP) and a member of the American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA).

Pauletsi - Stefani Aleksandra is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and operates a private practice in Neo Psychiko. She holds a degree in Psychology with a postgraduate qualification in "Mental Health Promotion and Prevention of Psychiatric Disorders" from the Medical School of the University of Athens and has been trained in Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT). She is also a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society, works as a psychologist in a kindergarten, and contributes articles on psychological topics to various websites. Additionally, her voluntary experience and participation in numerous conferences, seminars, and research projects related to various issues in the fields of Psychology and Psychiatry have provided her with extensive knowledge in her field. She offers therapy for adults, adolescents, and parent counseling. Her office provides specialized interventions for anxiety and stress, depression, grief, interpersonal relationship problems, eating issues, psychosomatic conditions, professional goal setting, and more generally for managing difficulties related to mental health and enhancing self-esteem.

Katopodi Iro is a Mental Health Counselor maintaining a private practice in Nea Filadelfia. She holds an Integrative Counselling Diploma from Counselling & Psychotherapy in Scotland and has been trained in Integrative Psychotherapy. She has received specialized training from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in the program "Mental Health: Traumatic Events & Loss-Grief Management." Additionally, as part of her continuous professional development and enhancement of her knowledge and skills, she has participated in and completed various training programs and seminars in "Art Therapy with an emphasis on Visual Arts," Neuropsychology (Neuropsychology Diploma), and Dream Analysis and Therapy (Dream Analysis and Therapy Diploma). Finally, she holds a degree in Economic Science (BSc in Economics) from the Athens University of Economics and Business, as well as certification in Workplace Wellness and Human Resource Management.

Koniari Xristina MSc, BSc is a Psychologist with a postgraduate degree in Cognitive Neuropsychology. Her work focuses on understanding how cognitive functions, emotions, and life experiences influence behavior, mood, and interpersonal relationships.

Simultaneously, she undergoes continuous training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and is currently receiving education in the CBT approach at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling. Her approach is structured, collaborative, and tailored to the needs of each individual, aiming for practical tools and measurable progress in daily life.

She works with adults, as well as with parents and children, supporting difficulties such as anxiety and panic attacks, mood disorders, challenges in emotion/anger regulation, grief issues, self-esteem and relationship concerns, as well as challenges related to parenting and family dynamics. Particular emphasis is placed on creating a safe therapeutic environment, characterized by respect, empathy, and clear objectives.

Tsoukala Vasiliki is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist licensed to practice (Reg. No. 795271) based in Kato Patisia (near ISAP). She holds a degree in Psychology from Panteion University and a postgraduate diploma in Educational Sciences with a specialization in Special Education from the University of Nicosia, Cyprus. As a therapist, she is grounded in the Systemic Approach and the model of Cognitive Analytic Psychotherapy, always prioritizing the individual; the therapy is tailored to the needs and challenges of each person. Her goal is for every client to receive the care they need through tools that support their personal development.

Douflias Konstantinos MSc is a Psychologist-Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Pangrati. He holds a degree in Psychology and a Master's Diploma in Forensic Medicine - Forensic Psychiatry from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH). The specialist handles cases across the full spectrum of Psychology, offering both in-person and online sessions.

Tsouki Sofia MSc is a Psychologist and conducts online sessions. She holds a master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Leiden University in the Netherlands and is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She has completed extensive professional training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for children, adolescents, and adults, and has further specialized in various programs including adolescent psychopathology, panic crisis management, sexual education, special education, and Mindfulness intervention techniques. She has many years of professional experience in public and private institutions, as well as working independently. She has worked as a Psychologist at the Ministry of Education, providing psychosocial support to children, adolescents, and families, while maintaining a private practice offering individual and group psychotherapy for adults and adolescents. Additionally, she has collaborated with Day Centers for children with autism spectrum disorders, kindergartens, camps, and psychoeducational settings. Her clinical approach is based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, integrating contemporary psychoeducation and mindfulness techniques, aiming for meaningful support and empowerment of her clients.

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 Φαρμάκη Μαρίνα είναι Ψυχολόγος - Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια. Είναι απόφοιτος της Νομικής Σχολής του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών και κάτοχος μεταπτυχιακού τίτλου στη Ναυτιλία από το Πανεπιστήμιο Πειραιώς. Ωστόσο, το διαχρονικό ενδιαφέρον της για τον άνθρωπο, σε συνδυασμό με μια βαθύτερη προσωπική ανάγκη εσωτερικής αναζήτησης, την οδήγησαν στη στροφή προς τον χώρο της ψυχολογίας και στην πραγματοποίηση μεταπτυχιακών σπουδών στην Οργανωσιακή Ψυχολογία.

Η ενασχόλησή της με το αντικείμενο αυτό αποτέλεσε την αφετηρία μιας νέας ακαδημαϊκής και επαγγελματικής πορείας. Έτσι, σπούδασε Ψυχολογία στο Πανεπιστήμιο του Essex, από όπου αποφοίτησε με Άριστα (First Class Honours). Στη συνέχεια, εκπαιδεύτηκε στη Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία, με έμφαση στην προσωποκεντρική, γνωσιακή-συμπεριφορική και ψυχοδυναμική προσέγγιση και απέκτησε μεταπτυχιακό τίτλο στη Συμβουλευτική και Ψυχοθεραπεία από το University of East London.

Από το 2022 παρέχει ατομικές συνεδρίες ψυχοθεραπείας σε ενήλικες, με στόχο τη δημιουργία ενός ασφαλούς και υποστηρικτικού πλαισίου θεραπευτικής διερεύνησης και προσωπικής ανάπτυξης. Παράλληλα, επενδύει συστηματικά στη συνεχή επαγγελματική και επιστημονική της εξέλιξη μέσω της παρακολούθησης ημερίδων, εκπαιδευτικών προγραμμάτων και εξειδικευμένων σεμιναρίων, όπως η Καταθλιπτική Ψευδοάνοια, ο Ύπνος και οι Διαταραχές του, το Μειονοτικό στρες και η ψυχική υγεία των ΛΟΑΤΚΙ+ ανθρώπων, η Κατάθλιψη στην Εφηβεία: Αναγνώριση και έγκαιρη Παρέμβαση, Τεχνικές χαλάρωσης: Θεωρητικό υπόβαθρο & πρακτική εφαρμογή, η Εργασία μετά τον καρκίνο - η αληθινή πλευρά, το People pleasure and psychotherapy, η Ανάλυση συναισθημάτων με χρήση Τεχνητής Νοημοσύνης, ο ρόλος του Ψυχολόγου στη διαχείριση της αναπηρίας και στην ψυχοκοινωνική αποκατάσταση, Το σώμα μου, η ιστορία μου, οι Διαταραχές Σίτισης, η Ψυχοεκπαίδευση ατόμων με Σχιζοφρένεια και των φροντιστών τους, το Ψυχογενετικό Μοντέλο της Anne Teachworth και η Κλινική Ύπνωση.

Τα συνήθη αιτήματα που καλείται να διαχειριστεί στις ατομικές συνεδρίες που παρέχει είναι μεταξύ άλλων: αυτογνωσία, άγχος, κρίσεις πανικού, δυσκολία στην οριοθέτηση, δυσκολίες στις διαπροσωπικές σχέσεις, ψυχοσωματικά συμπτώματα, θλίψη, φόβος εγκατάλειψης, διαχείριση εργασιακού άγχους, αλλαγή καριέρας, συναίσθημα ενοχής, δυσκολία στη διεκδικητικότητα, πένθος, χαμηλή αυτοεκτίμηση και αυτοπεποίθηση.

Gourna Stamatia Msc is a Mental Health Counselor and Systemic Psychotherapist, maintaining her private practice in Kypseli. She completed her studies in Social Anthropology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences and her postgraduate studies in Psychology at the University of Hertfordshire, UK. Subsequently, she trained in Systemic Psychotherapy for individuals and groups at the Athens Center for Human Studies (AKMA), as well as in the “18 Ano” program for the therapeutic treatment of addictions. She has collaborated with various organizations, such as SOS Children's Villages, Arsis, and SolidarityNow, in the field of psychosocial support for socially vulnerable groups. Concurrently, she worked as a trainee psychotherapist in a psychotherapy office for children, adults, and families, where she managed cases focusing on understanding their needs. Finally, she is a regular member of the Hellenic Society of Systemic Therapy (ELESYTH).

Eirini Miliara is a Mental Health Counselor with a Synthetic Approach, a regular member of the Hellenic Counseling Society, and maintains a private practice in Ilisia. She studied Counseling (COSCA, Counselling & Psychotherapy in Scotland) at the Athens Synthesis Center. Her initial focus was on preschool children due to her first degree as a preschool education specialist. Subsequently, she continued her training for parents and adolescents in Synthetic Counseling and Psychotherapy. She has volunteered her services at "Synypaksi," a network of social solidarity, mental health support, and culture. Currently, she works as a Mental Health Counselor offering individual sessions to adults and adolescents both in-person and online.