Health professionals for Psychogenic Bulimia - Psychogenic Anorexia near Polytechnio

Papaeuaggelou Maria is a Psychologist – Systemic Family Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Omonia. She holds a BSc in Psychology from London Metropolitan University and an MSc in Psychology from the University of Central Lancashire. She has obtained a Professional Diploma in Systemic and Family Therapy from the Laboratory for the Investigation of Human Relations, as well as a Professional Diploma in Mental Health Counseling (Person-Centered Approach) from the College for Humanistic Sciences – ICPS, certified by Pearson UK. Additionally, she has specialized in Emotional Trauma Management and Personality Disorders at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has completed clinical internships at the Outpatient Detoxification Clinic "Athena" of Aiginiteio Hospital and at OKANA (Organization Against Drugs), gaining experience in the assessment and therapeutic support of individuals with addictive behaviors and their families. Her therapeutic approach is based on Systemic and Person-Centered Psychotherapy, emphasizing the creation of a safe framework of trust and acceptance that facilitates personal awareness, empowerment, and meaningful change. Finally, her office provides personalized psychotherapy and counseling services tailored to the needs of each individual, couple, or family, aiming at empowerment, improvement of quality of life, and meaningful personal development.

Elisavet Pappa is a Psychologist and Systemic Psychotherapist licensed to practice professionally. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has completed postgraduate training in Systemic - Family Therapy at the SKEPSYS Center. She holds certification in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Mental Disorders through the application of Neuroscience in Music Therapy and Body Psychotherapy, as well as in Education during School Age from NKUA. Concurrently, she is training in the Management and Treatment of Eating Disorders and Obesity through KEADD. She practices psychotherapy in a private office located in central Athens. She provides individual sessions, family therapy, parent counseling, couple therapy, and adult groups. She has worked at a specialized therapy center and within an international organization, being responsible for the psychosocial assessment, support, and integration of adolescent and adult refugees, trauma management, and victims of gender-based violence. Additionally, she has voluntarily offered her services at Psychosocial Rehabilitation Homes of EPAPSY, contributing to residents' therapeutic plans, and at The Smile of the Child, conducting inpatient visits and providing psychological support to children and adolescents who have suffered domestic violence. Furthermore, she has been trained in neuropsychological assessment scales and completed her internship at an Addiction Prevention Center, organizing community interventions, participating in parent groups, and engaging in anti-bullying activities.

Trimi Xloi is a Psychotherapist - Mental Health Counselor and maintains a private practice in Kypseli. She is a graduate of the Department of Humanities at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and trained as a Psychotherapist - Group Analyst at the Hellenic Network of Group Analysts. She has worked as a Psychotherapist - Group Coordinator at the Society of Social Psychiatry, as a Group Coordinator at the Specialized Day Center "Center for Social Dialogue," and as a short-term group coordinator at I.PSY.P.A Center for Psychotherapy and Personal Development. In her practice, she handles cases covering the entire spectrum of mental health, specifically dealing with anxiety disorders, individual psychotherapy, and group psychotherapy.

Giannos Papilas, BSc, MSc (cand.) – Psychologist, CBT Trainee Psychotherapist

Giannos Papilas is a licensed psychologist with a BSc in Psychology from Cardiff Metropolitan University and a current MSc candidate in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy at the University of Strasbourg. He operates a private practice in the area of Gyzi, Athens, where he provides individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults, grounded in the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

His clinical approach is centered on evidence-based methodologies, with an emphasis on enhancing psychological resilience, emotional regulation, and overall mental well-being. In addition to his formal academic training, he has received certification as a Marte Meo Practitioner, integrating therapeutic video-based techniques that support interpersonal awareness and change through guided self-observation.

Giannos has participated in volunteer initiatives with the Municipality of Athens and Amnesty International, gaining valuable experience working with socially vulnerable and multicultural populations. He is fluent in English and committed to ongoing professional development, supervision, and ethical clinical practice.

Η Καράμπαλη Ελένη MSc είναι Κλινική Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στα Εξάρχεια. Είναι απόφοιτος του Πανεπιστημίου Καρόλου της Πράγας, με άδεια ασκήσεως επαγγέλματος (Αρ.πρωτ. 8234) και πολυετή εμπειρία στην υποστήριξη ενηλίκων, εφήβων και παιδιών. Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία (CBT) και στην Art Therapy, καθώς και σε πρωτόκολλα παρέμβασης σε τραύμα και ψυχολογική παρέμβαση σε κρίση. Στην πορεία της καριέρας της έχει εργαστεί σε διαφορετικά περιβάλλοντα ψυχικής υγείας στην Ελλάδα (Παιδικά Χωριά SOS, Ελληνικός Ερυθρός Σταυρός) και στο εξωτερικό, υποστηρίζοντας κυρίως ευάλωτες ομάδες. Σήμερα διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο κέντρο της Αθήνας και εργάζεται στο Ελληνικό Συμβούλιο για τους Πρόσφυγες, αναλαμβάνοντας την ψυχολογική στήριξη παιδιών, εφήβων και γονέων. Εξειδικεύεται στη διαχείριση άγχους, κατάθλιψης, μετατραυματικού στρες, πένθους, φοβιών, κακοποίησης και δυσκολιών στις διαπροσωπικές σχέσεις. Παράλληλα, έχει εμπειρία στη διάγνωση ψυχοπαθολογίας και στη χρήση ψυχομετρικών εργαλείων, προσφέροντας εξατομικευμένες παρεμβάσεις με σεβασμό στις ανάγκες του κάθε ατόμου. Στη θεραπευτική της προσέγγισης αξιοποιεί κυρίως τη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία (CBT), μια επιστημονικά τεκμηριωμένη μέθοδο που βοηθά το άτομο να αναγνωρίσει και να τροποποιήσει τις σκέψεις και τα μοτίβα συμπεριφοράς που ενισχύουν τη δυσφορία του. Η CBT δίνει πρακτικά εργαλεία, ενδυναμώνει και καλλιεργεί νέες, πιο υγιείς οπτικές απέναντι στη ζωή. Παράλληλα, ενσωματώνει στοιχεία Θεραπείας μέσω Τέχνης (Art Therapy), ειδικά όταν δουλεύει με παιδιά, εφήβους ή ενήλικες που δυσκολεύονται να εκφραστούν λεκτικά. Η δημιουργία γίνεται ένα ασφαλές “κανάλι” έκφρασης συναισθημάτων, αναμνήσεων και εσωτερικών συγκρούσεων, χωρίς τη χρήση λόγου. Δεν ακολουθεί μία αυστηρή “συνταγή”. Κάθε άνθρωπος είναι μοναδικός, και κάθε συνεδρία προσαρμόζεται στις ανάγκες του - με σεβασμό στον ρυθμό του, στην ιστορία του και στις αντοχές του. Οταν δουλεύει με παιδιά, δίνει ιδιαίτερη σημασία στη συνεργασία με τους γονείς. Ο στόχος δεν είναι μόνο η “αντιμετώπιση” μιας δυσκολίας, αλλά η ενδυνάμωση της σχέσης γονιού - παιδιού, ώστε το ίδιο το σπίτι να γίνει χώρος θεραπείας, εμπιστοσύνης και ανάπτυξης. Τέλος, προσφέρει συνεδρίες και στα αραβικά και στα τσεχικά.

The Center "Dromoi Epikoinonias", based in Kypseli and managed by Kentro Logotherapeias Ergotherapeias Kai Psyxotherapeias Paidion Kai Enilikon - Dromoi Epikoinonias, offers speech therapy services, occupational therapy, psycho-educational programs, and psychotherapy for children and adults. The team consists of experienced speech therapists and psychologists who work closely together to provide comprehensive support for each individual. The Center provides speech therapy for children and adults, feeding therapy, psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults, parental counseling, as well as social skills groups. With respect for the needs and uniqueness of each person, a safe and supportive environment is created that fosters development, communication, and personal growth.

Myrto Maniati is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Syntagma. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, with a professional practice license (39100-1449). Additionally, she has completed postgraduate training in Clinical Psychopathology at Aeginiteio Hospital, as well as Clinical Training in Group Dynamics in Psychiatric Settings (in collaboration with the Hellenic Society of Psychoanalytic-Oriented Psychotherapy (ΕΕΨΨΟ)). Her scientific specialization concerns psychoanalytic and psychodynamic psychotherapy for adults, children, and adolescents from the Center DI.KE.PSY. (Interdisciplinary & Research Psychosocial Support for Children and Adults). Her professional career began in France, where she worked in mental health facilities, providing psychological support and counseling to adults and socially vulnerable groups, as well as to children and adolescents. From 2018 to 2022, she worked with humanitarian organizations, offering psychological support to vulnerable refugee populations. She collaborated with the Heraklion Mental Health Center, providing psychotherapy services to adults. Finally, she currently maintains a private practice where she offers personalized psychotherapy and counseling services.

Maria Mpergele is a Dietitian - Nutritionist and maintains her private offices in Nea Ionia and in the center of Athens. She holds a degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from the University of Thessaly and, as part of her continuous professional development, she has attended and continues to attend numerous postgraduate scientific seminars and conferences related to her specialty. She has extensive experience in managing clinical cases (such as Diabetes Mellitus, hypercholesterolemia, thyroid disorders, gut health) and also treats adolescent cases. In the past, she served as a Dietitian - Nutritionist at a Nutrition and Aesthetics Center and completed her internship in the Nutrition and Dietetics Department at the Korgialeneio-Benakio General Hospital (Red Cross). Currently, in addition to her private practice, she collaborates with a Nursery School providing nutritional services as well as with a Wellness and Care Center.

Katerina Fragkou is a psychologist with a private practice in Ampelokipoi. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University, with a Master's in Clinical Neuropsychology and Cognitive Neurosciences from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. As part of her clinical training, she has gained experience in various hospital and research settings. She has worked at the 414 Military Hospital and in the Neurology and Psychiatry Clinics of Aiginiteio Hospital, where she specialized in the diagnosis and support of individuals with neurological and psychiatric disorders. Additionally, she has collaborated with ELEPAP, acquiring valuable experience in the rehabilitation of individuals with neurodevelopmental difficulties. Concurrently, she has completed one year of training in Forensic Psychology and Psychiatric Forensics at the "Peri Psychis" Institute, as well as in counseling LGBTQIA2+ individuals. She has also received training in mood disorder management through the Bipolar Lab program, focusing on support for individuals with depression and bipolar disorder. She continuously enriches her knowledge and clinical practice, pursuing further specialization in Psychopathology at the Research University Mental Health Institute (E.P.I.PSY.) and has completed an advanced seminar at Panteion University on the prevention of gender-based violence and the enhancement of women's mental health. She is currently in the final year of training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling. In parallel, she is training in EMDR Therapy through the certified TACT Hellas program, as well as in the diagnosis and treatment of psychosexual disorders at E.P.I.PSY. Through her multifaceted training, she applies scientifically validated psychotherapeutic methods, tailoring her approach to the unique needs of each individual.

Η Χαρτοφύλακα Αρετή είναι Κλινική Ψυχολόγος με βασικό πτυχίο Ψυχολογίας από το Πανεπιστήμιο του Essex, το οποίο ολοκλήρωσε με Άριστα (Hons), και Μεταπτυχιακό τίτλο (MSc) στην Κλινική Ψυχολογία του πανεπιστημίου του Lancashire. Επιπλέον, έχει λάβει εκπαίδευση στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία (CBT) από το Κέντρο Εφαρμοσμένης Ψυχοθεραπείας και Συμβουλευτικής για παιδιά, εφήβους και ενήλικες και είναι εγγεγραμμένο μέλος στο μητρώο εκπαιδευτών ενηλίκων του Παντείου πανεπιστημίου.Έχει εργαστεί σε κλινικά πλαίσια με κλινικό πληθυσμό και έχει προσφέρει εθελοντική εργασία σε ξενώνες ψυχοκοινωνικής αποκατάστασης ενηλίκων και εφήβων, παρέχοντας ψυχολογική αξιολόγηση και ψυχοθεραπευτική υποστήριξη σε άτομα με σύνθετες ψυχικές και ψυχοκοινωνικές δυσκολίες.

Παράλληλα με την κλινική της πορεία, δραστηριοποιείται συγγραφικά και καλλιτεχνικά. Είναι συγγραφέας του βιβλίου «Αληθινές Γυναίκες», το οποίο καταγράφει δεκαπέντε αληθινές ιστορίες γυναικών που έχουν υποστεί ενδοοικογενειακή βία σε διαφορετικές μορφές — ψυχολογική, λεκτική, σωματική, σεξουαλική, οικονομική και συναισθηματική. Μέσα από βιωματικές αφηγήσεις, το έργο αναδεικνύει τον τρόπο που ασκείται η βία στις διαπροσωπικές σχέσεις, τις επιπτώσεις της κακοποίησης στην ψυχική υγεία, και στην αυτοαντίληψη, δίνοντας έμφαση στην σημασία της αναγνώρισης της βίας και του δικαιώματος της επιλογής της γυναίκας να φεύγει για να ξαναβρεί την χαμένη της δύναμη και τη δυνατότητα επαναπροσδιορισμού του εαυτού.

Στο πλαίσιο της κλινικής της πρακτικής παρέχει ατομική ψυχοθεραπεία σε εφήβους και ενήλικες. Εργάζεται με ζητήματα άγχους, συναισθηματικών δυσκολιών, αυτοεκτίμησης και αυτοεικόνας, διαπροσωπικών σχέσεων, εθιστικών συμπεριφορών,διατροφικών διαταραχών, καθώς και εμπειρίες σχολικού, διαδικτυακού και εργασιακού bullying. Παράλληλα, παρέχει εξειδικευμένη ψυχολογική υποστήριξη σε θύματα ενδοοικογενειακής βίας, με έμφαση στη δημιουργία συνθηκών ασφάλειας, στην ενδυνάμωση και στην αποκατάσταση της ψυχικής ανθεκτικότητας.

Στην εργασία της με εφήβους, εστιάζει στις συναισθηματικές και αγχώδεις διαταραχές της εφηβείας (συμπεριλαμβανομένων των εφήβων με Μαθησιακές Δυσκολίες και ΔΕΠ-Υ), στη διαχείριση θυμού, στις δυσκολίες ορίων και σχέσεων, στη σχολική και κοινωνική προσαρμογή και στην ενίσχυση της αυτονομίας, με

παρεμβάσεις προσαρμοσμένες στο αναπτυξιακό στάδιο και, όπου κρίνεται σκόπιμο, σε συνεργασία με την οικογένεια.

Διαθέτει εξειδίκευση σε ζητήματα βίας και κακοποιητικών δυναμικών, όπως η ενδοοικογενειακή βία, η συναισθηματική εξάρτηση, το σχολικό και διαδικτυακό bullying, καθώς και το εργασιακό bullying (Mobbing). Παράλληλα, εργάζεται θεραπευτικά πάνω στις διαπροσωπικές σχέσεις με βάση τη θεωρία και τους τύπους προσκόλλησης (ασφαλής, αγχώδης, αποφευκτική, αποδιοργανωμένη), υποστηρίζοντας τα άτομα στην κατανόηση επαναλαμβανόμενων σχεσιακών μοτίβων.

Στη θεραπευτική της προσέγγιση, ο στόχος δεν περιορίζεται μόνο στη μείωση των συμπτωμάτων, αλλά επεκτείνεται στη βαθύτερη ανθρώπινη αυτοπραγμάτωση, την αυθεντικότητα, την προσωπική εξέλιξη και την ουσιαστική σύνδεση με τον εαυτό και τους άλλους.

Τα ερευνητικά της ενδιαφέροντα εστιάζονται στον ναρκισσισμό, στη συναισθηματική νοημοσύνη, στους τύπους προσκόλλησης και στις ψυχοσυναισθηματικές ανάγκες του χαρισματικού πληθυσμού.

Έχει πραγματοποιήσει διαλέξεις και ψυχοεκπαιδευτικές παρεμβάσεις σε σχολεία και φορείς με θεματικές που αφορούν το bullying, το Mobbing καθώς και τις

ανθρώπινες σχέσεις και την επικοινωνία, συμβάλλοντας ενεργά στην πρόληψη, την ενδυνάμωση και την ευαισθητοποίηση της κοινότητας.

Παρακολουθεί συνεχή προσωπική ψυχοθεραπεία και συστηματική κλινική εποπτεία, σύμφωνα με τους κανόνες ηθικής και δεοντολογίας, και συνεχίζει ενεργά τη διαρκή

επαγγελματική της επιμόρφωση μέσω σεμιναρίων και επιστημονικών εκπαιδεύσεων. Διακρίνεται για την κοινωνική της ευαισθησία, τον σεβασμό στη διαφορετικότητα και την επαγγελματική ακεραιότητα.

Στόχος της είναι να υποστηρίζει τα άτομα όχι μόνο στην αντιμετώπιση των δυσκολιών τους, αλλά στη βαθύτερη κατανόηση του εαυτού, στην ανάπτυξη πιο ασφαλών τρόπων σύνδεσης και στη βελτίωση της ποιότητας ζωής, μέσα από μια ασφαλή, συνεργατική και επιστημονικά τεκμηριωμένη θεραπευτική σχέση.

Kakampakou Xrysoula MSc is a Clinical Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Exarcheia. She holds a degree in Psychology from the Hellenic American University and a master's degree in Clinical Psychology from the same institution. She completed her internship at OKANA – Organization Against Drugs and has worked as a Human Resources Consultant at Spectrum Labs. For the past 4 years, in her private practice, she has been helping adults and adolescents overcome daily life challenges. She utilizes CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) to address anxiety, panic attacks, emotional issues, addictions, depression, and other difficulties. She offers both in-person and online sessions for immediate and effective support.

Lona Elisavet is a Psychologist with a private practice in Athens. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of East London and a master's degree in Clinical Psychology from the same university. Additionally, she has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She participates in various conferences in her field. She works in a facility with individuals on the autism spectrum. Finally, she is a member of the British Psychological Society.

Xatzixaralampous Ntina is a Psychologist - specialized Systemic Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Exarchia. She studied Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and specializes in Systemic - Family Psychotherapy at the Institute of Education and Research, Logos Psychis, according to the SANE (System Attachment Narrative Encephalon) model. Additionally, she has completed an awareness cycle in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy at the Institute of Behavioral Research & Therapy. She has also pursued postgraduate studies (MBA) at Ecole Superieure de Gestion. She undertakes cases across the full spectrum of Psychology, addressing issues related to Anxiety and Stress, Panic Attacks, Grief Management, the empowerment of LGBTQI+ individuals, and the treatment of stressful and traumatic situations, conducting sessions either in person or remotely.

Kandiliotis Danae is a psychologist - psychotherapist and has a private office in the centre of Athens. She holds a BSc, MSc in Psychology and is a member of the Hellenic Association of Psychologists. Community of Behavior Analysis. In addition, she has completed two years of study at the two post-graduate trainings in the Department of Sociology of Panteion University, two post-graduate trainings in Cognitive-Behavioural Psychotherapy and is a Behavioural Analyst. In her office she undertakes a variety of clinical cases, mainly anxiety disorders, mood and personality disorders. She has worked extensively with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and has attended as speaker at conferences, workshops and television shows. In addition, she has conducted internship at the Smile of the Child and has also been a collaborator of the Local Mental Health Promotion Team of the Municipality of Nea Smyrni and other institutions. Finally, she has attended numerous seminars and trainings regarding Psychology issues and Psychiatry, while she is also involved in issues of work and Organizational Psychology. She serves in the Athens area, in the centre of Athens and in the area of Ampelokipi. Both offices are located at a minimum distance from metro stations.

Vourlioti Eirini - Niki is a Psychologist (MSc) – Psychotherapist with a psychoanalytic orientation. She completed her undergraduate studies at the Department of Psychology of Panteion University. Subsequently, she pursued her postgraduate studies at the University of Surrey, England, specializing in Health Psychology. Her master's degree enabled her to delve into the role of psychology; specifically, how an individual's psychological state can affect health and the manifestation or absence of disease. She holds a professional practice license, specialized in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, and has over ten years of clinical experience in Mental Health institutions (Aeginiteio Hospital, I.PSY.P.E., E.P.I.P.S.Y., Mental Health and Research Centers, Private Psychiatric Facilities). Her participation in numerous seminars, clinical trainings, and voluntary practices from 2008 to the present enables her to competently undertake the treatment and management of a broad spectrum of mental disorders.

Bampili Angeliki is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains her private practice in the center of Athens (near Panepistimiou and Omonia). She holds a degree in Psychology from Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences. As a Psychotherapist, she has been trained in the Cognitive Behavioral model at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling (three-year training). Additionally, she has completed two years of training in Eating Disorders Therapy at the First University Clinic of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, in collaboration with the Research University Institute of Mental Health (E.P.I.P.S.Y). As part of her continuous education, she attends a basic training seminar in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, an approach belonging to the third generation of cognitive behavioral therapies, while in the past she has attended postgraduate seminars related to mindfulness. In the context of her clinical internship, she conducted psychotherapeutic sessions at the Eating Disorders Unit of Aeginiteio Hospital. Furthermore, she has undergone postgraduate training in Clinical Psychopathology at E.P.I.P.S.Y. Previously, she worked as a Psychologist at the National Psychosocial Support Line 10306. Within the scope of volunteering and internship, she has been employed in psychosocial rehabilitation structures of E.P.A.P.S.Y. Currently, she provides specialized therapeutic interventions at her private office for the treatment of depression, anxiety disorders, specific phobias, and eating disorders (anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder). Additionally, she undertakes psychotherapeutic requests concerning sleep problems, anger management, life changes, low self-esteem, interpersonal difficulties, assertive behavior, and the development of social skills.

Ntente Myrto is a Psychologist, Psychosexual Therapist, and Psychotherapist, with a private practice in Kypseli, where she offers both in-person and online sessions.

She holds a dual degree in Psychology from the American College of Greece (Deree) and the Open University of the United Kingdom. She completed postgraduate studies at the University of Central Lancashire in Psychosexual Therapy. Subsequently, she specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling in Athens.

Throughout her professional career, she has worked with diverse populations: from elderly individuals in care units—providing psychotherapeutic support and psychometric assessments—to children and adolescents in summer camps. She has collaborated with the Institute of Mental & Sexual Health of Dr. Thanos Askitis, managing clinical cases, as well as with the Hellenic Sexological Institute during her postgraduate internship.

She has served as a speaker at the 4th Panhellenic Interdisciplinary Congress of Sexology, presenting a paper titled “Perfectionism and Its Impact on Sexual Functions.” Additionally, she has attended a series of specialized seminars in the fields of mental and sexual health and holds certification for administering the WAIS IV adult intelligence assessment tool.

Her clinical expertise includes:

• Sexual dysfunctions
• Eating disorders
• Anxiety disorders, phobias, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Trauma management
• Interpersonal difficulties
• Family issues & relationship matters