Health professionals for Τόνωση αυτοεκτίμησης in the Western suburbs of Athens

Maria Krokou is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist, currently running a private practice at Kotzia Square, in the center of Athens. She graduated with distinction (grade: 8/10) from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, having been awarded a merit-based scholarship following an entrance examination. During her studies, she completed part of her academic training through an Erasmus scholarship at the Autonomous University of Madrid, where she focused on cognitive and behavioral techniques. In parallel, she participated for one year in the psychoeducational program of the Madrid City Council, Educamoscontigo, offering weekly online psychological support sessions to a secondary school student. She later completed a practical training program, also through an Erasmus scholarship, at the Las Torrecillas Therapeutic Educational Center of the NGO DIANOVA España, where she conducted psychoeducational classroom interventions as well as individual and group psychotherapy with adolescents facing recent addiction-related and emotional difficulties. Maria has also worked at the private psychotherapy center Moebius, where she participated in individual, family, group, and couples’ sessions, with a particular focus on psychosomatic conditions. Her supervisor there was Alicia Golijov, founder of the Iberian Neuropsychoanalysis Association. Currently, she works as a self-employed psychologist – psychotherapist, offering individual therapy for adolescents and adults. Her clinical focus includes supporting individuals in their parenting role, exploring ambivalence in relationships, promoting self-awareness, interrupting dysfunctional repetitive patterns, reducing distressing symptoms, building self-confidence, and enhancing relational capacity, among others. In the past, she has also worked at the “Anagennisi” Creative Employment Center for Individuals with Autism, supporting individuals with co-occurring symptoms such as ADHD, selective mutism, social withdrawal, and relational difficulties. Additionally, she worked as a shadow teacher for a first-year high school student facing emotional, social, and learning challenges. Maria completed her internship through an ESPA program at the Family Therapy Unit of the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica, where she participated in observation groups of family therapy sessions as well as systemic psychotherapy groups. She has also completed, among other programs, the one-year Postgraduate Clinical Training Program for Psychologists at the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of the University of Athens (Aiginiteio Hospital), where she coordinated group sessions with individuals on the psychotic spectrum at the hospital’s Day Unit. She is currently completing her training at the Hellenic Association for Analytic Group and Family Psychotherapy.

Therapy sessions are also available in Spanish.

Giannopoulou Konstantenia is a Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Peristeri. She obtained her first degree from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in the Department of Geology and Geoenvironment, and subsequently passed entrance examinations to the Department of Psychology at Panteion University, from which she graduated with honors. As part of her academic studies, she completed an internship at the Center for Addiction Prevention and Psychosocial Health Promotion "Athena Health," during which she trained in individual and group psychotherapy, couples therapy, and family therapy. Additionally, she conducted a thesis on the topic of "depression in pediatric cancer patients" and deepened her knowledge in Health Psychology. Since October 2011, she has been training at the Athens Center for the Study of Humanity (A.K.M.A.) in Systemic Psychotherapy. She has attended and continues to attend seminars and workshops related to the development of psychology in Greece.

Karolidi Pinelopi is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist, graduate of the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Athens. She has been trained in Systemic Psychotherapy at the Human Relations Exploration Laboratory (E.D.A.S). She specializes in Eating Disorders (Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Emotional Overeating) at the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of Aeginiteio Hospital. Her clinical practice took place at O.K.A.N.A. at the General Hospital of Piraeus, Tzaneio, as a counselor for individuals with substance dependencies. She has conducted research on the investigation of family relationships through the postgraduate program "MSc Child and Adolescent Mental Health" at the European University Cyprus. She provides psychotherapeutic treatment to adults and couples. In therapy, she addresses a range of issues including psychosomatic conditions, panic attacks, eating disorders, anxiety, phobias, depression, couples therapy, relational problems, obsessive-compulsive symptoms (OCD), and others. She handles cases of eating disorders in the outpatient clinics of Aeginiteio Hospital, as well as in private practice. The psychotherapy model she follows is based on the Systemic Approach. The therapy focuses on a stable and strong therapeutic relationship as the foundation for its developmental and progressive course.

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.

Karagianni Aggeliki is a Psychologist – Integrative Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Nikaia. She holds a postgraduate degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy (MA Counselling and Psychotherapy) and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Metropolitan College. The specialist provides individual counselling and psychotherapy for adults, both in-person and online, within a safe, confidential, and supportive environment. Her goal is to offer a space where each individual can work through difficulties, anxiety, relationship issues, and self-esteem, with the therapeutic process tailored to their unique needs, in accordance with the principles of the integrative approach.

Ellina Anna Maria is a Mental Health Counselor and conducts online sessions. The specialist is a trained professional in Psychological Support, holding a Higher Professional Diploma in Psychology and Counseling from Mediterranean Professional Studies. In her private practice, she offers online sessions for individuals who wish to develop a better understanding of themselves, manage emotional difficulties, and improve their interpersonal relationships, with respect, empathy, and authenticity. The online sessions are aimed at individuals who want to better understand themselves, manage challenging thoughts and emotions, and enhance their relationship with themselves and others. Often, the work focuses on issues such as anxiety, difficulties in interpersonal relationships, panic attacks, low self-esteem, and the need for personal development. Each individual is approached with respect, authenticity, and empathy, aiming to create a safe and supportive space where they can express themselves freely and without fear of judgment.

Ο Χατζηανδρέου Ευάγγελος, είναι Ψυχολόγος με άδεια άσκησης επαγγέλματος και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Περιστέρι, προσφέροντας ατομική ψυχοθεραπεία και θεραπεία ζεύγους.

Σπούδασε Ψυχολογία στο University of East London, όπου απέκτησε πτυχίο BSc (Hons) με διάκριση First Class Honours και μεταπτυχιακό τίτλο MSc στην Κλινική και Κοινοτική Ψυχολογία με διάκριση Distinction.

Μετά την ολοκλήρωση των πανεπιστημιακών του σπουδών, συνέχισε την ψυχοθεραπευτική του κατάρτιση στο Τετραετές Διεθνές Μετεκπαιδευτικό Πρόγραμμα στη Συμβουλευτική και Ψυχοθεραπεία του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών (ΕΚΠΑ), με κύριους άξονες τη Συστημική, την Αφηγηματική και τη Συνεργατική-Διαλογική Προσέγγιση. Κατά τη διάρκεια της εκπαίδευσής του έχει παρακολουθήσει εξειδικευμένα σεμινάρια και βιωματικά εργαστήρια με θεραπεύτριες/τές και εκπαιδεύτριες/τές διεθνούς επιστημονικής παρουσίας, που συνδέονται με διεθνή κέντρα, όπως το Taos Institute, το Houston Galveston Institute και το Evanston Family Therapy Center.

Επιπλέον έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία (CBT) στα πλαίσια των μεταπτυχιακών σπουδών και έχει παρακολουθήσει ετήσια σεμινάρια στο ΨΝΑ και στο Γ.Ν.Α Γεννηματάς στην Λακανική ψυχανάλυση. Παράλληλα, έχει παρακολουθήσει επιμορφώσεις σε θέματα ψυχολογίας, συμβουλευτικής και ανθρώπινων σχέσεων.

Στο θεραπευτικό του έργο ασχολείται, μεταξύ άλλων, με το άγχος, τις συναισθηματικές δυσκολίες, τις εσωτερικές συγκρούσεις, τα ζητήματα αυτοεκτίμησης, τις εμπειρίες απώλειας και τις δυσκολίες στις διαπροσωπικές και συντροφικές σχέσεις.

Στις θεραπευτικές συναντήσεις δίνει σημασία στον τρόπο με τον οποίο οι άνθρωποι βιώνουν και νοηματοδοτούν όσα τους απασχολούν. Η προσωπική ιστορία, οι σημαντικές σχέσεις και οι συνθήκες ζωής αποτελούν μέρος της συζήτησης, χωρίς να αναζητείται μία έτοιμη εξήγηση για κάθε δυσκολία. Η πορεία της θεραπείας διαμορφώνεται μέσα από τον διάλογο και τη συνεργασία, με σεβασμό στις ανάγκες, στις αξίες και στον προσωπικό ρυθμό κάθε ατόμου.

Στη θεραπεία ζεύγους, η συζήτηση στρέφεται στις εμπειρίες των δύο μελών, στον τρόπο που επικοινωνούν και αλληλεπιδρούν, αλλά και στις διαφορετικές ερμηνείες που μπορεί να δίνουν σε όσα συμβαίνουν στη σχέση τους.

Έχει εργαστεί ως Ψυχολόγος σε γραμμή ψυχολογικής υποστήριξης, παρέχοντας βοήθεια σε ανθρώπους που αντιμετώπιζαν έντονη συναισθηματική επιβάρυνση και αυξημένη ψυχολογική πίεση. Πραγματοποίησε επίσης πρακτική άσκηση στον Οίκο Ευγηρίας «Λεώνια», ενώ έχει προσφέρει εθελοντική εργασία στην ΑμΚΕ «Καρκινάκι».

Παράλληλα με την κλινική του δραστηριότητα, διδάσκει στο προπτυχιακό πρόγραμμα Ψυχολογίας του Μητροπολιτικού Κολλεγίου, με γνωστικά αντικείμενα τη Μεθοδολογία Έρευνας, τη Βιολογική Ψυχολογία, την Κοινωνική Ψυχολογία και τις Ατομικές Διαφορές. Επιπλέον, συμμετέχει στην ακαδημαϊκή εποπτεία προπτυχιακών ερευνητικών εργασιών και είναι εισηγητής σεμιναρίων ψυχολογίας.

Το ενδιαφέρον του για τη θεραπευτική σχέση συνδέεται και με την ερευνητική του δραστηριότητα. Στο διεθνές επιστημονικό συνέδριο European Congress of Qualitative Inquiry (ECQI 2026) παρουσίασε ποιοτική μελέτη για τις εμπειρίες ψυχοθεραπευτριών από τη διαμόρφωση της θεραπευτικής σχέσης.

Η κλινική του εργασία συνοδεύεται από συνεχιζόμενη επιστημονική επιμόρφωση, ερευνητικά ενδιαφέροντα, αναστοχασμό και κλινική εποπτεία, με σεβασμό στην εμπιστευτικότητα και στις αρχές της επαγγελματικής δεοντολογίας.

Marina Kirmpa, MSc, is an experienced Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Peristeri, providing personalized mental health services based on a solid academic and professional background. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Crete and a master's degree in "School Psycho-pedagogy and Prevention of Youth Deprivation." Additionally, she has studied at the Higher School of Pedagogical and Technological Education (ASPAITE) and has received formal training in Cognitive Analytic and Systemic Psychotherapy. Her clinical experience is extensive, including work at the Attica Psychiatric Hospital "Daphne," as well as in specialized therapy centers. She has also provided her services in various educational settings (Primary Schools, Junior High Schools, General High Schools, Vocational High Schools, and IEK). She maintains continuous professional development through parent seminars and active participation in scientific conferences.

Pasxalidis Theodoros is a Clinical Psychologist specializing in anxiety, panic attacks, and overthinking, as well as learning and school-related difficulties. He assists individuals experiencing continuous stress, pressure, or difficulty calming their minds to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and acquire practical tools for daily life. Additionally, he supports cases involving low self-esteem, interpersonal relationship challenges, professional stress, and school-related issues, approaching each person with respect and aiming for meaningful change. Acknowledging that one is not invincible or omnipotent and taking the step to speak with a psychologist is not a sign of weakness but an act of strength and honesty towards oneself.

Psychologist Sampatakaki Dimitra maintains her practice in Haidari, offering specialized psychological support services. She addresses phobias and psychosomatic disorders, while assisting in the improvement of self-esteem and self-image. She provides counseling to parents and children, as well as support in managing anxiety, panic attacks, grief, and sexual disorders. With knowledge and empathy, she stands by those seeking meaningful assistance.

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.

Vasilaki Foteini is a Psychologist - Integrative Psychotherapist - Clinical Supervisor of psychologists and maintains her private practice in Keratsini. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University (BSc Hons). She completed advanced postgraduate studies (MSc) in Integrative Psychotherapy at one of the top universities worldwide, The University of Edinburgh. She pursued a four-year professional postgraduate training in the integrative model of psychotherapy and specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychoanalytic, Systemic, and Person-Centered psychotherapy. She has been trained and certified in Clinical Supervision, contemporary psychological interventions in Clinical Psychology for adults, adolescents, and children (Evidence-based Psychotherapy, UK), EMDR trauma therapy, and child psychology with a particular emphasis on projective tests. Currently, she is studying Medical Neurobiology. She has been working formally in the field of Mental Health since 2010 and accepts adults and adolescents for individual therapy. Simultaneously, she conducts individual or group clinical supervision and coordinates adult self-awareness groups. Finally, her goal is to support individuals on their personal “journey,” helping them explore thoughts and emotions and gain a deeper understanding of themselves and others.