Psychologists in Agios Stefanos

Giannakopoulou Maria is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist providing individual sessions both in-person and online. She has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She offers psychotherapeutic support to adults, adolescents, and children, focusing on understanding and modifying dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors related to anxiety, mood, and interpersonal difficulties.

She studied Psychology at the University of Derby and completed her training in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling. Additionally, she holds a Master's degree (MSc) in Counseling and Guidance from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.

She has worked in private and public mental health institutions, supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, depressive symptoms, relationship difficulties, and self-esteem issues.

Within the therapeutic setting, she emphasizes a collaborative relationship with the client and the clear formulation of goals. Through understanding cognitive and emotional patterns, the aim is to develop more functional ways of thinking and behaving, as well as to enhance psychological resilience. The therapeutic process is individually tailored, taking into account each person's needs, pace, and objectives.

Simultaneously, she regularly participates in supervision and professional development programs, aiming for continuous professional and personal growth.

Polina Flevari is a Psychologist MSc - Psychotherapist, graduated with honors from Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences, holder of the legal license to practice psychology, and a certified psychotherapist (ECP) by the European Association for Psychotherapy (EAP). She has been trained in existential-humanistic psychotherapy and possesses extensive clinical experience through her work in mental health and psychosocial rehabilitation settings. In the context of her professional and personal development, she participates in private supervision and personal therapy, respectively. Based in the Northern Suburbs, in an aesthetically pleasing space in the Nea Erythrea area, she provides psychotherapy, psychoeducation, and counseling services, both online and in person, to adults and adolescents. Within her psychotherapeutic work, she collaborates with the individual, addressing a wide range of difficulties, including but not limited to depression, anxiety disorders, psychological trauma, loss, interpersonal relationship challenges, chronic illness, and generally, the need for self-awareness and personal development. The philosophy she consistently follows in therapeutic practice is founded on the development of an equal therapeutic relationship that respects the needs, desires, and difficulties of the individual seeking psychotherapy. The adoption of a professional stance adhering to the Principles of the Code of Ethics stems both from her continuous pursuit to promote and maintain high standards in her professional practice and from her deep commitment to the Hippocratic Principle of “beneficence and non-maleficence” as a Psychologist.

Karathanasi Georgia is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist, licensed to practice, who maintains a private practice in Nea Erithraia. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete and specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) from the Institute for Research and Therapy of Behavior (IRET). Her clinical and professional experience stems from many years of private practice, her collaboration with the specialized online psychotherapy platform My Therapist, as well as with specialized therapy centers where she conducts individual psychotherapy, parent counseling, and couple and family therapy. Her priority is continuous professional development and growth, which she ensures through private supervision and the attendance of numerous seminars related to her scientific field. Lastly, she privately handles cases spanning the full spectrum of psychopathology, requiring immediate intervention, counseling, and psychotherapeutic support.

Sompolou Grigoria BSc, MA, MSc is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist - EMDR Therapist, operating a private practice in Thrakomakedones. She holds a degree from Swansea University in Wales, with postgraduate training in Integrative Counseling and Psychotherapy as well as in childhood and welfare. She has taught Psychology for several years at AKMI Metropolitan College, and at her private practice, she provides specialized individual and group psychotherapy services, as well as counseling for couples and families. Additionally, she has extensive experience in psychological support related to issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, and addressing relationship challenges among partners, family members, parents, and children (parenting schools). Finally, the Psychologist - Psychotherapist has attended numerous seminars, conferences, and symposia and is a member of the British Psychological Society, the Hellenic Psychological Society, the United Kingdom Association of Psychotherapy Integration, and the Hellenic Society of Systemic Therapy.

Karagianni Anastasia Xara is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains her practice in Nea Erythraia. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology of the School of Social Sciences at the University of Crete. She has received specialized training in the Person-Centered Approach to Psychotherapy from the College of Human Sciences-ICPS and has completed advanced postgraduate seminars. She has worked as a Psychologist in a Geriatric Care Unit as well as in a Psychiatric Clinic. She handles a wide range of cases, always focusing on providing the best possible service tailored to the individual needs of each person she undertakes.

Η Κοσσυβάκη Ναταλία - Γεωργία εργάζεται ιδιωτικά ως Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια στην περιοχή της Κηφισιάς και είναι επιστημονικά υπεύθυνη του Κέντρου Συμβουλευτικής και Ψυχοθεραπείας "ΜΕΤΑΣΚΕΨΙΣ", όπου παρέχει ατομική και ομαδική ψυχοθεραπεία. Ειδικότερα, αφού αποφοίτησε ως αριστούχος από το τμήμα Ψυχολογίας του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου Κοινωνικών και Πολιτικών Επιστημών, πραγματοποίησε τετραετή εκπαίδευση στην Προσωποκεντρική Συμβουλευτική και Ψυχοθεραπεία στο Κολλέγιο Ανθρωπιστικών Επιστημών (ICPS) για την απόκτηση του Ευρωπαϊκού Πιστοποιητικού Ψυχοθεραπείας (ECP) από την από την European Association for Psychotherapy (EAP). Παράλληλα, μετεκπαιδεύτηκε στην Έγκαιρη Παρέμβαση στην Ψύχωση στο Ερευνητικό και Πανεπιστημιακό Ινστιτούτο Ψυχικής Υγιεινής, ενώ, στη συνέχεια πραγματοποίησε μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές στον τομέα της Παιδοψυχολογίας (MSc, Psychology of Child Development) στο University of Central Lancashire της Αγγλίας, από το οποίο αποφοίτησε με Άριστα. Επίσης, αναγνωρίζοντας την αναγκαιότητα συνεχούς εκπαίδευσης και κατάρτισης, έχει παρακολουθήσει πλήθος σεμιναρίων και έχει πιστοποιηθεί για τη χρήση ψυχομετρικών εργαλείων, όπως είναι το Πολυδιάστατο Ερωτηματολόγιο Προσωπικότητας της Μινεσότα (MMPI-2). Επιπρόσθετα, έχει πιστοποιηθεί για τη διεξαγωγή προγραμμάτων Επαγγελματικού Προσανατολισμού με χρήση των τεστ Προσωπικότητας, Ικανοτήτων και Ενδιαφερόντων e-mellon. Τέλος, έχει μετεκπαιδευτεί στην Ειδική Αγωγή και τη Χαρισματικότητα στο Εθνικό και Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών. Πέραν του πεδίου της Ψυχολογίας - Ψυχοθεραπείας, είναι πτυχιούχος του τμήματος Πολιτικής Επιστήμης και Δημόσιας Διοίκησης του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών. Όσον αφορά την κλινική πρακτική, πραγματοποίησε την πρακτική της άσκηση στη Διεύθυνση Κοινωνικής Πολιτικής και Υγείας του δήμου Βύρωνα. Στη συνέχεια, εργάστηκε εθελοντικά στη Μονάδα Ψυχοκοινωνικής Αποκατάστασης του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Ναυπλίου, ενώ μετεκπαιδεύτηκε και στο Αιγινήτειο Νοσοκομείο. Παράλληλα, ως μέλος του εκπαιδευτικού προσωπικού του Κολλεγίου Ανθρωπιστικών Επιστημών (ICPS) έχει συμμετάσχει σε μεταπτυχιακά προγράμματα Προσωποκεντρικής Ψυχοθεραπείας. Τα τελευταία χρόνια, εργάζεται ιδιωτικά συντονίζοντας ομάδες προσωπικής ανάπτυξης και παρέχοντας ατομική συμβουλευτική και ψυχοθεραπεία σε εφήβους και ενήλικες. Η θεραπευτική προσέγγιση που ακολουθεί είναι εξατομικευμένη, ώστε να ανταποκρίνεται στα ιδιαίτερα χαρακτηριστικά και τις ανάγκες του κάθε ατόμου.

Varvara Karpouzou is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains her private practice in Kifisia. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of East London and has completed postgraduate studies in Clinical Psychology at the University of East London as well as in Child Psychology at the University of Central Lancashire. She specialized in Systemic-Family Psychotherapy at the Laboratory for the Investigation of Human Relations, which is based on the Synthetic Model of Systemic Therapy, as well as in the Diagnosis and Psychotherapy of Children through the SANE (System attachment Narrative Encephalon) perspective, an enriched model of systemic psychotherapy that integrates elements from attachment theory, the narrative approach, and neuroscience findings into therapeutic practice. She was trained in Sue Johnson's model, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), is a certified couples therapist, and an official member of the EFT Greek Network and the ICEEFT (International Center for Excellence in EFT). Her scientific interest in psychological trauma led her to train in the psychotherapeutic method EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) for addressing emotional distress and symptoms arising from adverse life experiences or events. The Psychologist collaborates with EPIPSY, specifically with the Day Hospital. It is worth noting that, perceiving science as a dynamic process in constant evolution and wishing to be part of this process, she participates in numerous seminars and conferences both in Greece and abroad. In her private practice, she addresses a wide range of cases, combining her scientific rigor with the experience gained from over 25 years of professional activity. She is an official member of the British Psychological Society (MBPsS), the EFT Greek Network, and the Hellenic Society of Systemic Therapy (ELESYTH).

Ms. Krokidi Xrysa is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains her private practice in Kifisia. She holds a BSc in Psychology from London Metropolitan University and an MSc in Clinical Psychology (CBT focused) from Hellenic American University, and has completed her training at the Center for Training and Treatment of Eating Disorders (KEADD). Ms. Krokidi has completed further educational programs related to Clinical Psychology, Learning Difficulties, and training in Cognitive Behavioral Clinical Hypnotherapy, and has particular expertise in managing life changes in women during menopause. In her private practice, she handles a wide range of cases, always focusing on providing the best possible care tailored to the individual needs of each person who seeks her services.

Maria Vogiatzi is a Psychologist & Systemic Family Psychotherapist licensed to practice, specializing in systemic-family therapy, and maintains a private practice in Acharnes. She is registered in the list of expert witnesses at the Single-Member Court of First Instance of Athens and appointed to conduct expert assessments. She studied psychology at Panteion University. Subsequently, she received further training from the British university Edexcel in the program "Specific Learning Difficulties-Dyslexia: Concept-Etiology-Diagnosis/Assessment" and was trained in Systemic and Family Psychotherapy at the Laboratory for the Investigation of Human Relationships.

She then specialized in Cognitive Psychotherapy at the Research University Institute of Mental Health of Aeginiteio Hospital. Afterwards, she obtained a master's degree in "School Counseling and Guidance" from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She is also certified in administering and evaluating the WISC-V intelligence test as well as in administering and interpreting projective tests (TAT, CAT, children's drawing). Additionally, she has attended numerous seminars and participated in research and conferences.

She has worked in a psychopedagogical center and in public primary and secondary education, providing school psychologist services. She has coordinated counseling groups for parents and adolescents. She has also worked as an adult educator in counseling programs. In her office, she offers counseling services and individual, couples, and family psychotherapy.

Ms. Mamali Anastasia is a Psychologist, licensed to practice professionally, and maintains a private practice in Kifisia. She holds a second degree in Greek Culture. She has completed postgraduate studies in Human Resource Management (MBA HR) and further training in Systemic and Family Psychotherapy. She has also completed a Continuing Education Program on the "Detection, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Infants, Children, and Adolescents with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)" from the Hellenic Society for the Study of ADHD. She undergoes personal psychotherapy and supervision with a systemic orientation and has completed a two-year clinical internship in Systemic Family Psychotherapy. She undertakes psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, and families facing difficulties, and also provides counseling sessions for parents and adolescents. Sessions can be conducted in person or online.

Iakovou Aleksandra is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist (MSc-CBT) who maintains a private practice in Nea Erythraia and collaborates with a psychotherapy center in downtown Athens. She studied Psychology at the University of Greenwich in England (BSc) and has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Additionally, she completed postgraduate studies in Health Psychology at the University of Lancashire in England. She has also completed the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program. She completed her internship at "The Smile of the Child," where she provided psychological support to children up to 8 years old, as well as at "18 and Over," where she conducted sessions with individuals with eating disorders. Her focus is on the treatment of anxiety, depression, eating disorders, pain management, as well as enhancing self-confidence and changing behaviors that lead to the adoption of a balanced diet. Psychotherapy aids in self-recognition, as each person learns more about their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. This is when the desired change begins.

Maria Rapti is a Psychologist who has dedicated her professional career to psychology with a strong emphasis on Systemic Psychotherapy. Her studies began in 2009, and since then she has expanded her knowledge through specialized training and professional experience. Since 2024, she has been enrolled in a postgraduate program in Systemic Psychotherapy, while concurrently continuing her education at the Human Relations Laboratory. Previously, she completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology (2020-2023), as well as studies in Counseling Psychology (2012-2014). Additionally, she holds an HND in Speech Therapy (2011-2012) and has completed a Foundation in Speech Therapy (2009). In her professional practice, since 2024 she has been providing online sessions and collaborating with a Neuropsychiatric Clinic, offering individual online psychotherapy. Prior to this, she completed an internship at the same clinic and worked with children with learning difficulties, providing counseling to parents. Her experience also includes internships at "Arogi" (KDAP-MEA), the "Exelixi" center with a focus on autism, as well as supporting bilingual children in an institution. She remains active in continuing professional development through seminars, including training on LGBTQ+ awareness and counseling issues, psychodrama, Art Therapy, and dramatherapy. Maria Rapti consistently seeks to develop her skills further in order to provide optimal support to her clients.

Emmanouela-Marina Vintiadi was born and resides in Athens. She is a Psychologist-Psychotherapist. She has been trained in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy and continues her education through seminars, clinical groups, study groups, and individual and group supervision. Her postgraduate specialization is in Criminology. She has worked in psychosocial rehabilitation units, municipalities, and psychological support centers with adults, children, and socially vulnerable groups. Additionally, she has participated in research as a scientific collaborator and is a key speaker in webinars and conferences for the training of health professionals as well as for raising public awareness on mental health issues. She collaborates with the Day Center "Galini" of the Non-Profit Organization Prometheus as a psychologist and maintains a private practice in Kifisia, where she conducts in-person and online psychotherapy sessions for adults, adolescents, and couples.

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Η Μουζάκη Γιάννα είναι Ψυχολόγος-ειδ. Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια Συνθετικής Συστημικής Οικογενειακής Προσέγγισης, κατέχει μεταπτυχιακό τίτλο στην Εφαρμοσμένη Θετική Ψυχολογία (MSc Applied Positive Psychology) και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στη Κηφισιά. Έχει δημιουργήσει έναν θεραπευτικό χώρο για ανθρώπους που βιώνουν περιόδους αλλαγής, απώλειας, αναζήτησης νοήματος ή επαναπροσδιορισμού του εαυτού τους. Η θεραπευτική της φιλοσοφία βασίζεται στην πεποίθηση ότι ο αυθεντικός εαυτός δεν χρειάζεται διόρθωση, αλλά καλλιεργείται μέσα από επίγνωση, φροντίδα και ουσιαστική σύνδεση. Στο πλαίσιο της θεραπευτικής διαδικασίας παρέχεται χώρος για την επεξεργασία τόσο των δυσκολιών και των τραυμάτων όσο και των δυνατοτήτων που μπορούν να αναπτυχθούν και να ανθίσουν. Παρέχονται υπηρεσίες Ατομικής - Ομαδικής Ψυχοθεραπείας, Θεραπείας Ζεύγους, Οικογενειακής Θεραπείας, καθώς και Συμβουλευτικής Γονέων και Εφήβων. Συντονίζει σε εταιρείες και οργανισμούς βιωματικά workshops και ομάδες συμβουλευτικής που ενισχύουν την ψυχική ευεξία, τη σύνδεση και την ανθεκτικότητα στον χώρο εργασίας. Στο πλαίσιο της συνεχούς επιμόρφωσης και κατάρτισης της έχει παρακολουθήσει και παρακολουθεί πληθώρα εκπαιδευτικών σεμιναρίων.

Lentoudi Tatiana is a Psychologist with a private practice in Chalkoutsi Oropos. She is a graduate of Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences, trained in techniques and tools of Body Therapy. As an experienced psychotherapist, she adopts a holistic approach, recognizing the connection between the body, mind, and spirit. By helping her patients become more aware of these connections, she can support them in releasing old patterns and beliefs that may be holding them back, thereby enabling them to experience a greater sense of overall balance and harmony. In her office, she strives to create a safe and supportive environment where patients feel comfortable exploring their inner world and connecting with their innate healing abilities. She specializes in trauma, psychosomatic disorders, anxiety management, boundaries, phobias, grief, sadness and anger management, relationship issues, adjustment difficulties, self-esteem and procrastination challenges, lack of motivation, issues of exclusion and marginalization, sleep disorders, as well as divorce/separation management. Additionally, she provides individual counseling and psychological support services for adolescents and adults. Complementary to psychotherapy and in coordination with the patient, she applies Reiki energy healing aimed at reducing stress, fatigue, physical tension, and pain relief, as well as improving mood and sleep by calming the nervous system. Through her extensive experience, the psychologist’s ultimate goal is to assist each patient on their journey toward greater health and vitality.

Papakonstantinou Vasilis is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and Addiction Counselor with a private practice in Kifisia. He holds a degree in Psychology from an English University (OU) and a license to practice as a Psychologist. He was trained in Person-Centered and Focusing experiential Psychotherapy at the Hellenic Focusing Center. Additionally, he received training in an integrative psychotherapy model (Group therapy, Family Systemic therapy, Cognitive therapy, Relapse prevention, Motivational interviewing) with applications including Addiction counseling. He holds a Diploma in Addictions Counselling from The Center for Addiction Treatment Studies. He has also been trained in Mental Health Promotion by the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Athens in collaboration with King’s College, London Educational Trust for Health Improvement. His professional experience includes working as a freelancer in individual and group psychotherapy, while concurrently working at a detoxification structure (KEAS) and volunteering his services to NGOs attuned to contemporary social needs, such as the cancer patient association KEFI and the volunteer group Symplefsi. Furthermore, he has provided his services at the Pain Management Clinics of Aretaieio and the Red Cross. Finally, he is a member of the Hellenic Society of Counseling, an esteemed member of the Hellenic and European Society of Psychotherapy, and holds a European Certificate in Psychotherapy.

Katouma Niovi is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist, licensed to practice (1137107), maintaining a private practice in Nea Erythraia. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the University of East London, fully accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), from which she graduated with distinction. She has specialized in Integrated Counselling and Psychotherapeutic Approaches (Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy/CBT, Person-Centered, Psychodynamic) and holds the European Care Certificate (ECC) from TACT HELLAS. She also holds a degree in Economic Science, Business Economics, and Finance from the Athens University of Economics and Business (formerly ASOEE). An integral part of her education includes participation in seminars and continuing professional development programs. Her professional experience derives from providing psychotherapeutic services in Psychotherapy-Counselling centers, Education, and Psychosocial Rehabilitation and support for the elderly. Attendance at seminars and trainings within her scientific field, as well as the personal supervision she receives, are closely linked to her ongoing professional growth and development. Finally, she conducts private counselling and psychotherapy sessions with adults and adolescents.

Panagiota Gkovila is a Psychologist - Integrative Psychotherapist. She completed her undergraduate studies in Psychology (BSc Psychology) at the University of East London, UK. She has completed her postgraduate studies in Counselling and Psychotherapy (MA Counselling & Psychotherapy) at the same university, focusing on the Integrative Approach with core elements including Psychodynamic, Person-Centered, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies. She has undertaken further training at Aeginiteio Hospital in the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of Athens, specializing in Clinical Psychopathology and Clinical Skills in Psychopathology. Additionally, she completed a one-year advanced training program in Classical Psychoanalysis at the Institute of Classical Psychoanalysis. She has also specialized in the Management of Emotional and Psychological Trauma and Panic Attacks at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has volunteered at the Society for Mental Health Aid & Social Support - ANIMA, the Human Research and Psychotherapy Center - KEPSA, as well as at the Community Counseling Center of the Metropolitan College, providing counseling support and conducting individual and group sessions. Currently, she practices privately as a Psychologist and Integrative Psychotherapist, conducting individual sessions with adolescents and adults. Furthermore, she coordinates a women's group at the Specialized Day Center "Center for Social Dialogue" of PEPSAE. Finally, she is continuing her advanced training and specialization in the four-year Gestalt Psychotherapy training program at the Gestalt Foundation Greece.