Health professionals for Τόνωση αυτοεκτίμησης in the Western suburbs of Athens

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.

Pakou Fani BSc, MBA is a Mental Health Consultant - Psychotherapist and provides individual online sessions for adults. She has conducted experiential workshops and seminars on self-awareness and psycho-emotional development, as well as corporate collaborations focused on mental resilience, anxiety management, and burnout. At the core of her professional approach lies the authentic human relationship. She creates a safe and supportive space where individuals can come into deeper contact with themselves, recognize their emotions and experiences, and develop new, more functional ways of connecting with themselves and others. She believes in personal growth through understanding, acceptance, and conscious change, step by step, respecting the pace and uniqueness of each person. Her professional activity is supported by regular supervision and many years of personal psychotherapy, both individual and group, within psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches. She strongly believes that personal therapeutic experience is a foundation for every mental health professional, as it enhances genuine understanding and therapeutic depth in the relationship with the individual.

Zervakis Manos is a Life Coach - Mental Health Consultant - Family & Marriage Counselor and maintains a private practice in Athens. He studied and graduated from the Technological Educational Institute of Crete as a Mechanical Engineer T.E. He worked in an international company in the Marketing sector, as well as independently in occupational health and safety. In 2005, he began participating in theatrical performances and summer tours throughout Crete, actively engaging in social and political organizations in Heraklion. In 2013, he graduated from Queen Margaret University of Edinburgh with a B.A. in Performing Arts and worked in theater, film, television, and theatrical play at the Lilian Voudouri Workshop. In 2016, he trained at the University of the Aegean in Counseling, Mentoring, Life Coaching, and subsequently at the Coaching Evolution Int’l Academy, where he obtained an Advanced Diploma in General & Specific Coaching Skills. His training in the fields of Mental Health and Personal Development continued in CBT, Social Anthropology, Counseling & Vocational Guidance, Relationship and Marriage Counseling, and Special Education. In 2022, he also graduated from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) in the Department of Social Theology & Religious Studies. In 2023, he began his M.A. in Evaluative Psychosocial Counseling at NKUA. Since 2018, Manos has been a Mental Health and Personal Development Consultant in his private practice, an author of personal development books, a contributor to wellness and personal development websites, and a presenter of seminars and training sessions.

Gkerki Georgia is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Cardiff Metropolitan University. She has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), one of the most scientifically validated psychotherapeutic approaches.

Her aim is to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment where each individual can freely express themselves, gain deeper self-understanding, and develop practical tools for a more balanced and functional daily life.

She has attended specialized seminars in couples therapy and group analysis, enriching her clinical experience in both individual and group therapeutic settings. In her work, she supports individuals facing issues such as anxiety, depression, phobias, panic attacks, difficulties in anger management, interpersonal relationship problems, and low self-esteem, as well as parents seeking guidance in child-rearing.

She believes that psychotherapy is a journey of collaboration and empowerment, respecting the uniqueness and needs of each person.

Η Θάνου Καλλιόπη είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στον Κορυδαλλό. Είναι απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών και έχει πραγματοποιήσει μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές στην Κυβερνοψυχολογία, με αντικείμενο τη σχέση ανθρώπου και ψηφιακού περιβάλλοντος. Αποτελεί μία από τις πρώτες επαγγελματίες στον χώρο της Κυβερνοψυχολογίας που δραστηριοποιήθηκαν θεραπευτικά στην Ελλάδα, εστιάζοντας στις επιδράσεις της τεχνολογίας και των social media στην ψυχική υγεία και στις ανθρώπινες σχέσεις.

Παράλληλα, έχει λάβει τετραετή εκπαίδευση στη Γνωσιακή και Συμπεριφοριστική Θεραπεία Ενηλίκων (CBT) στην Εταιρεία Γνωσιακών Συμπεριφοριστικών Σπουδών.

Στο ιδιωτικό της γραφείο παρέχει υπηρεσίες ψυχοθεραπείας ενηλίκων και εφήβων, ψυχοπαιδαγωγικής υποστήριξης παιδιών και συμβουλευτικής γονέων. Στόχος της είναι η δημιουργία ενός ασφαλούς και υποστηρικτικού χώρου, όπου κάθε άνθρωπος μπορεί να εκφραστεί ελεύθερα, να κατανοήσει βαθύτερα τον εαυτό του και να ενισχύσει την ψυχική του ανθεκτικότητα.

 Η θεραπευτική της προσέγγιση βασίζεται στη συνεργασία, την ενσυναίσθηση και τον σεβασμό στις ιδιαίτερες ανάγκες κάθε θεραπευόμενου, με στόχο τη βελτίωση της καθημερινότητας και της ποιότητας ζωής.  

Η Χορευτάκη Μερόπη BSc, MSc, PGDip είναι Ψυχολόγος με μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές στην Παιδική και Εφηβική Ψυχολογία και εργάζεται στο Εθνικό Σύστημα Υγείας του Ηνωμένου Βασιλείου (NHS) ως Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner, υποστηρίζοντας ενήλικες που αντιμετωπίζουν άγχος, κρίσεις πανικού, κοινωνικό άγχος, γενικευμένη αγχώδη διαταραχή, χαμηλή διάθεση, κατάθλιψη, στρες και δυσκολίες αυτοεκτίμησης. Η θεραπευτική της προσέγγιση βασίζεται στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία (CBT) και προσαρμόζεται στις μοναδικές ανάγκες κάθε ανθρώπου. Πιστεύει σε μια συνεργατική θεραπευτική σχέση, όπου η ενσυναίσθηση, ο σεβασμός και η επιστημονικά τεκμηριωμένη πρακτική αποτελούν τη βάση κάθε συνεδρίας. Έχει αποκτήσει κλινική εμπειρία τόσο στο NHS όσο και σε εξειδικευμένες ψυχιατρικές και κοινοτικές υπηρεσίες ψυχικής υγείας στο Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο. Πριν από την εργασία της στο NHS, εργάστηκε ως Βοηθός Ψυχολόγου σε εξειδικευμένη ψυχιατρική κλινική αποκατάστασης στο Λονδίνο, υποστηρίζοντας άτομα με διαφορετικές ανάγκες ψυχικής υγείας και συμμετέχοντας ενεργά στη θεραπευτική τους φροντίδα, ως μέλος πολυεπιστημονικής ομάδας. Παράλληλα, έχει εργαστεί σε εκπαιδευτικά περιβάλλοντα, υποστηρίζοντας παιδιά και εφήβους με ειδικές εκπαιδευτικές ανάγκες και νευροαναπτυξιακές δυσκολίες. Πιστεύει ότι η θεραπεία αποτελεί έναν ασφαλή χώρο όπου κάθε άνθρωπος μπορεί να εξερευνήσει τις δυσκολίες του, να κατανοήσει καλύτερα τον εαυτό του και να αναπτύξει πρακτικούς τρόπους αντιμετώπισης των προκλήσεων της καθημερινότητας. Στόχος της είναι να βοηθά τους ανθρώπους να αποκτήσουν μεγαλύτερη ψυχολογική ευελιξία, αυτοπεποίθηση και ποιότητα ζωής.

Elisavet Karavokyri is a Clinical Psychologist-Psychotherapist, graduate of the University Paris 8-Lumières. She has completed postgraduate studies in Clinical Psychology-Psychotherapies (Master 2) at the same University and holds a specialization in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) from the Society of Cognitive-Behavioral Studies, recognized by the European Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies (EABCT), as well as in Special Education and Speech Therapy. Her experience in psychiatric institutions and psychotherapeutic centers in Greece and France has enabled her to gain an in-depth understanding and to support individuals experiencing various forms of psychological distress, whether related to deeper personal difficulties or developmental and emotional challenges, using a holistic approach. She has attended seminars and conferences on mental health and continues to enrich her knowledge of contemporary developments in the field of psychotherapy. Concurrently, she provides therapeutic support to children and adolescents, focusing on issues such as anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, and interpersonal relationships.

Elisavet Karavokyri follows a person-centered approach, demonstrating understanding and respect for the individual's psychological pace and unique needs. Her goal is to contribute meaningfully to empowering the individual and developing more effective adaptive mechanisms and emotional regulation, thereby enhancing their quality of life.

Sorogka Vivi is a Consultant in Psychosomatic and Mental Health and maintains a private practice in Piraeus. She holds a postgraduate specialization in Psychosomatic Health with the application of the Evaluative Model, resulting from a collaboration between IST College and California Metropolitan University. She has also completed a postgraduate program in "Specialized Training in Supervision of Evaluative Counseling" at the Center for Evaluative Study of Psychosomatic Health of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and the Hellenic Society for the Promotion of Psychiatry and Related Sciences. She is distinguished for her empathy, professionalism, and commitment to providing quality support to individuals facing psychosomatic and emotional challenges. Through scientifically grounded approaches and ongoing education in positive psychology, self-improvement, and the prevention of psychosocial difficulties, she aims to promote mental resilience and holistic well-being. It is noteworthy that the specialist served as Co-host of the informational program "Appointment with Vai" with the lead presenter Apostolatos Vaitsis, which delved into issues concerning mental well-being. Additionally, as part of her continuous professional development, she has attended numerous seminars and maintains an active presence in social contribution through consistent participation in volunteer activities supporting vulnerable groups. Finally, the specialist offers her services in the office tailored to the needs of each individual client.

Megalooikonomou Dimitra Mitsi is a Mental Health Counselor and maintains a private practice in Piraeus. She is a graduate of the Psychology Department of the American College of Greece and is a certified professional in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Timeline Therapy (relief from limiting beliefs, anxiety, stress), and Clinical Hypnotherapy from the Hellenic NLP Academy. She has received specialized training from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in Couples and Family Counseling and Therapy, specializing in counseling for parents, adolescents, and couples. Additionally, she has attended numerous educational seminars and conferences related to self-improvement, boundary setting, goal achievement, and effective communication in both professional and personal contexts. Self-observation exercises, journaling, assignments, and specialized techniques serve as tools for enhancing self-awareness, personal development, and interpersonal relationships.

Elena Goulia is a psychologist specializing in Organizational / Industrial Psychology (MSc Industrial/Organizational Psychology). She maintains a private practice in Kolonaki. She completed her Psychology studies at the University of East London and subsequently pursued postgraduate studies at the American College of Thessaloniki. She is an accredited Mediator by the Ministry of Justice. Between 2020 and 2021, she attended family therapies, group sessions, and individual psychotherapies at the Adult Psychiatric Clinic of the G.N.Th. "G. Papanikolaou". Concurrently, she participated in the regular outpatient clinics of the clinic, liaison counseling, on-call duties, and the management of inpatients. Since 2022, she has worked as a Psychology lecturer in courses related to Psychology and ethics in the workplace. Additionally, she collaborates and handles cases at the Psychiatric Clinic of Evangelismos Hospital.

Since 2024, she has been attending the four-year program in Cognitive Psychotherapies implemented by the Research University Institute of Mental Health, Neurosciences, and Precision Medicine in collaboration with the 1st Psychiatric Clinic EKPA, the 2nd Psychiatric Clinic EKPA, and the Hellenic Society of Cognitive Psychotherapies. She is also attending the four-year program in Systemic Family Psychotherapy at Ke.Sy.The.S and the Psychosexual Disorders program at EPIPSY.

 She undertakes a wide range of cases covering the full spectrum of her specialty, always focusing on providing the best possible service tailored to the individual needs of each person she treats.

Stamou Xrysi is a Psychologist and Psychotherapist specialized in adult therapy, conducting online sessions. Her approach is Integrative Psychotherapy, which combines elements from Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, and Person-Centered Psychotherapy, tailoring the therapeutic process to the needs of each individual. Additionally, she incorporates Psychoeducation as an integral part of the sessions, providing clients with valuable knowledge and practical tools for better understanding and managing their challenges. She began her academic career in the Performing Arts before turning to Psychology. She holds a Higher National Diploma in Counseling and Psychology, a BSc in Psychology from Cardiff Metropolitan University, as well as a postgraduate degree (MSc) in Integrative Psychotherapy and Counseling from the University of Derby. She has experience in clinical and private therapeutic settings, such as the Neurological Clinic of Agios Georgios (Nees Pagases) and private psychotherapy centers. She is specialized in the management of anxiety disorders and panic attacks, improving interpersonal relationships, addressing specific phobias, and enhancing self-esteem and self-confidence. She continues her education with a focus on Psychological Trauma, ensuring that her therapeutic practices are always modern and effective.

Kollia Mairi is a psychologist. She holds a professional practice license with protocol number 4346/07-11-2019. She graduated with honors from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Athens. She specialized at the postgraduate level in Clinical Psychology (MSc in Clinical Psychology) at Leiden University in the Netherlands, where she graduated with distinction cum laude. She has completed a four-year study program in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at the Society of Cognitive and Behavioral Studies (ΕΓΣΣ). Additionally, she has been trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), also provided by the Society of Cognitive and Behavioral Studies (ΕΓΣΣ). Furthermore, she has specialized in trauma therapy using the EMDR method at the Institute of Trauma Therapy. She has also received training in "Counseling and Mental Health in Infertility, the Perinatal and Reproductive Period" at the University of West Attica, focusing on psychological support regarding infertility, pregnancy, and transition to parenthood (postpartum depression, perinatal anxiety, tokophobia, birth trauma, etc.). Currently, she works privately, conducting individual therapy sessions with adults, both in-person and online. She also collaborates with a clinic based abroad, providing psychotherapy online to clients worldwide. In parallel, she maintains a collaboration with an assisted reproduction (IVF) clinic and is a member of an interdisciplinary team at a gynecological clinic in central Athens. Sessions are conducted in Greek and English.

Η Σκλαβούνου Παρασκευή MSc είναι Υπαρξιακή Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και Κοινωνική Λειτουργός με πάνω από 17 χρόνια εμπειρίας στον χώρο της κοινωνικής φροντίδας, της ψυχικής υγείας και της ψυχοθεραπείας. Από το 2025, είναι Υπεύθυνη του Κέντρου Ψυχοθεραπείας “συνΔεσμοί Ζωής” στην Πετρούπολη, έναν νέο χώρο που δημιουργήθηκε με στόχο να προσφέρει ουσιαστική ψυχοθεραπευτική στήριξη, ασφάλεια και σύνδεση σε κάθε άνθρωπο που αναζητά προσωπική ανάπτυξη και εσωτερική ισορροπία. Η Παρασκευή Σκλαβούνου έχει διαμορφώσει μια πολύπλευρη ακαδημαϊκή και θεραπευτική εκπαίδευση, που συνδυάζει τη θεωρητική γνώση με τη βιωματική εμπειρία. Είναι κάτοχος διπλώματος στην Υπαρξιακή Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία – Θεραπευτικό και Εκπαιδευτικό Ινστιτούτο “Αντίστιξη” (2024), Μεταπτυχιακού διπλώματος ειδίκευσης στη Δημόσια Διοίκηση – Πανεπιστήμιο Νεάπολις Πάφου, Κύπρος (2017) και Πτυχίου Κοινωνικής Εργασίας (Τ.Ε.) – Τεχνολογικό Εκπαιδευτικό Ίδρυμα Κρήτης (2007). Επίσης, η ειδικός έχει ολοκληρώσει 45+ σεμινάρια και επιμορφώσεις στους τομείς της ψυχοθεραπείας, της ψυχικής υγείας, της παιδικής προστασίας και του τραύματος, ενώ παρακολουθεί διαρκώς συνέδρια, ομάδες εποπτείας και αυτογνωσίας για τη συνεχή επαγγελματική της εξέλιξη. Είναι μέλος της Ελληνικής Εταιρείας Συστημικής Θεραπείας (ΕΛ.Ε.ΣΥ.Θ.) και του Συνδέσμου Κοινωνικών Λειτουργών Ελλάδος (ΣΚΛΕ).

Από το 2008 έως σήμερα, η Παρασκευή Σκλαβούνου έχει αναπτύξει πολυεπίπεδη εμπειρία στον χώρο της ψυχικής υγείας, συνδυάζοντας τη θεραπευτική πρακτική με τη δημόσια κοινωνική δράση. Από το 2025, είναι Υπεύθυνη του Κέντρου Ψυχοθεραπείας “συνΔεσμοί Ζωής” (25ης Μαρτίου 111, Πετρούπολη). Από το 2021, συνεργάζεται ως Υπαρξιακή Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια στο Κέντρο Ψυχοθεραπείας “ΟρίΖΩντας” στο Γαλάτσι. Από το 2017, εργάζεται στη Κοινωνική Υπηρεσία του Δήμου Γαλατσίου, παρέχοντας συμβουλευτική σε ενήλικες, εφήβους και οικογένειες, ενώ συντονίζει δράσεις πρόληψης, ευαισθητοποίησης και δικτύωσης τοπικών φορέων. Έχει επίσης εργαστεί σε προγράμματα του Υπουργείου Υγείας, καθώς και σε Μη Κυβερνητικές Οργανώσεις που δραστηριοποιούνται στην υποστήριξη ψυχικά ασθενών, παιδιών και μεταναστών. Η Παρασκευή Σκλαβούνου εργάζεται με βάση την Υπαρξιακή Συστημική Προσέγγιση, που δίνει έμφαση στη σχέση, στο βίωμα του ανθρώπου και στην αναζήτηση νοήματος μέσα στις δυσκολίες της ζωής. Πιστεύει ότι η αλλαγή προκύπτει όταν ο άνθρωπος συναντήσει αυθεντικά τον εαυτό του και τους άλλους, μέσα σε ένα πλαίσιο αποδοχής και ασφάλειας.

Kemali Afroditi is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist conducting both online and in-person sessions. She holds a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with training in Body Psychotherapy at the Wilhelm Reich Center. In recent years, she has worked as a Psychologist in an unaccompanied minors facility, providing psychological support to vulnerable groups. Currently, she coordinates a prevention group for new mothers. She has also volunteered for several years as a Psychologist at KETHEA. Additionally, she has attended various postgraduate seminars in Clinical Psychopathology at Aeginiteio Hospital and Anxiety Disorders in children and adolescents at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.