Psychologists in Attica

Barla Christina is a Psychologist, licensed to practice, and maintains a private practice in Glyfada. She completed her studies in Psychology at the University of East London and subsequently completed her Master's degree in Clinical and Community Psychology at the same university. She was trained in the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy model and worked at the Attica Psychiatric Hospital "Dromokaiteio."

Koratzani Panagiota is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains her private practice in Ilisia. She holds a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specializes in Systemic-Synthetic Psychotherapy. She is currently enrolled in a training program in Sexual Education and the Psychology of Adolescent Relationships. She has attended numerous seminars and has worked at the Hellenic Center for Mental Health and Research in the Child Guidance Service, A’ Athens, as well as the Counseling Line of the "Together for Children" Association. In her practice, she handles a wide range of cases, always focusing on providing the best possible service tailored to the individual needs of each person she treats.

Η Αποστολοπούλου Εύα είναι Ψυχολόγος με κλινική άδεια ασκήσης επαγγέλματος, απόφοιτη του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου Κοινωνικών και Πολιτικών Επιστημών. Στο πλαίσιο της πρακτικής της άσκησης εργάστηκε στη Διεύθυνση Κοινωνικής Πολιτικής & Υγείας του Δήμου Βύρωνα, όπου εκπαιδεύτηκε στη χρήση ψυχομετρικών εργαλείων και στην αξιολόγηση δυσκολιών παιδιών προσχολικής ηλικίας. Εκεί, ανέλαβε τον συντονισμό παιδικών εργαστηρίων και ψυχοεκπαιδευτικών ομιλιών, ως μέρος της θεραπευτικής παρέμβασης που ανέπτυξε στη διπλωματική της εργασία.

Με περισσότερα από 6 χρόνια επαγγελματικής εμπειρίας σε μεγάλους οργανισμούς και startups σε Ελλάδα και Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο, σε ρόλους που αφορούσαν το Human Resources και το Account Management, η Εύα έχει βαθιά κατανόηση των ανθρώπινων δυναμικών και της διαχείρισης σχέσεων σε πολυσύνθετα επαγγελματικά περιβάλλοντα. Έχει δουλέψει σε μεγάλα projects, με στόχο την αλλαγή εταιρικής κουλτούρας, εμπειρίες που τη βοήθησαν να δει καθαρά ότι η συμπεριφορά δεν μπορεί να εξεταστεί αποκομμένα από το πλαίσιο μέσα στο οποίο ζούμε, δουλεύουμε, μαθαίνουμε... Η έκθεσή της σε διαφορετικές κουλτούρες και οργανωτικά μοντέλα έχει ενισχύσει τη συστημική της οπτική, ώστε να αναγνωρίζει πώς η δομή, οι ρόλοι και τα επικοινωνιακά μοτίβα επηρεάζουν την ατομική και ομαδική συμπεριφορά.

Η επαγγελματική της εξειδίκευση συνεχίζεται μέσω του 4ετούς Προγράμματος Συστημικής Ψυχοθεραπείας & Συμβουλευτικής στο Εργαστήριο “Ροδάκινο”, το οποίο είναι αναγνωρισμένο από τον Ευρωπαϊκό Σύνδεσμο Οικογενειακών Θεραπευτών (E.F.T.A.). Ακόμα, κατέχει πιστοποιητικά επιμόρφωσης στις “Εφαρμογές Συμβουλευτικής σε παιδιά & εφήβους” και στην “Τέχνη ως Θεραπευτικό Εργαλείο”, ενώ συνεχίζει να εκπαιδεύεται πάνω στο αντικείμενό της μέσα από επιστημονικά προγράμματα που εμπλουτίζουν τις γνώσεις της. Αυτή την περίοδο πραγματοποιεί συνεδρίες με παιδιά, εφήβους, ενήλικες και οικογένειες σε πολυδύναμα Κέντρα Ειδικών Θεραπειών. Ταυτόχρονα, εργάζεται ως Ψυχολόγος, προσφέροντας εξ’ αποστάσεως υπηρεσίες συμβουλευτικής σε ανθρώπους όλων των ηλικιών, ενώ συμμετέχει εθελοντικά σε γραμμή τηλεφωνικής υποστήριξης.

Το επαγγελματικό της όραμα είναι να ενσωματώνει την επιστημονική της κατάρτιση με την πρακτική εμπειρία της. Στόχος της είναι να δημιουργεί χώρο, όπου κάθε άνθρωπος μπορεί να ακουστεί, να ενδυναμωθεί και να διαμορφώσει νέους, πιο υγιείς τρόπους σύνδεσης και επικοινωνίας με τους γύρω του.

Tourlente Nikoletta is a Psychologist with a private practice in Ilioupoli. She studied Psychology at the University of Crete and completed a Master of Science (M.Sc.) specialization in Social Psychiatry at the Medical School of Democritus University of Thrace. Additionally, she pursued further studies by completing the interdisciplinary University Clinical Postgraduate Training Program “Group Dynamics in Psychiatric Settings” at the First Psychiatric Clinic of the University of Athens. She has significant experience having worked as a Psychologist in the adult Psychiatric Clinic of the Regional University General Hospital of Heraklion (Pe.Pa.G.N.H.), at the Social Psychiatry Company "P. Sakellaropoulos," and at the Institute of Mental Health for Children & Adults (I.P.S.Y.P.E.) "P. Sakellaropoulos.”

Tsanikidi Eirini is a Psychologist who maintains a private practice in Acharnes, providing psychotherapy, counseling, and personal development services. She holds a degree in Psychology from Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences and a master's diploma in Clinical and Community Psychology from the University of East London. She has completed training in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy at the Research University Institute of Mental Health (EPIΨY - Aeginiteio Hospital) (2017-2018). As part of her master's program, she undertook supervised practical training in Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies. She has also been trained in Positive Psychology (annual Positive Psychology training program at Panteion University), in Eating Disorders at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, as well as in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia at the Society for Cognitive Behavioral Studies (EGSS). She holds a professional license and is an active member of the Hellenic Psychologists Association. Finally, she has worked as a Psychologist in the Social Policy Department of the Municipality of Acharnes and completed her internship at the Social Care Center "Workshop - Lillian Voudouri."

Piliati Ioanna is a Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist and maintains private practices in Vrilissia and Chalandri. She specializes in Systemic - Family Counseling and therapy for individuals and couples. She is a regular member of the Greek and European Association of Counseling. She works with individuals, couples, families, parents, and groups on issues related to gender identity, sexual difficulties, interpersonal relationships, anxiety problems, panic attacks, and other emotional difficulties and mood disorders, grief, and more. Within a framework of protection, safety, and acceptance, she works aiming at the psychological support of adolescents and adults. She focuses on highlighting their skills and psychological resources to empower them and achieve a harmonious life with balance. She has 25 years of experience and expertise in the fields of communication and personal development. She has collaborated with a wide network of individuals and groups with very diverse backgrounds, experiences, needs, behaviors, and lifestyles. She places great importance on the human need for understanding, acceptance, and support. She is an ally to the individual regarding their interpersonal relationships and the various challenges they face in different phases of their changing life. After her personal engagement with Systemic Psychotherapy, she decided to change her career path by obtaining a degree in Psychology and specializing in Systemic Counseling - Family Therapy.

Patera Aliki is a psychologist and psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Ilisia. She has extensive experience in psychological support and psychotherapy for adults, children, and adolescents, as well as in parental counseling. Since 2013, she has been working at the Child and Adolescent Service of the Community Mental Health Center of Vyronas – Kaisariani (1st Psychiatric Clinic, Aeginiteio Hospital), where she is a member of the interdisciplinary team involved in clinical, diagnostic, and research activities. She also participates in community prevention and awareness initiatives and educational programs.

She graduated from the Department of Psychology (Faculty of Philosophy, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens) and holds a postgraduate degree in "Mental Health Promotion and Prevention of Psychiatric Disorders" (Medical School, NKUA). She has received further training in Clinical Psychopathology (annual seminar "Panagiotis Oulis," 1st Psychiatric Clinic NKUA) and has attended a series of specialized seminars and conferences at recognized institutions. Indicatively, she has deepened her expertise in topics such as parenting and mental health, psychiatry and gender identity in adolescence, adolescent romantic relationships, as well as anxiety symptoms and impulsive behaviors.

Previously, she worked (2010–2012) in the Adult Short-Term Hospitalization Unit of Aeginiteio Hospital, where she provided psychotherapeutic support to hospitalized patients.

She is a member of the Panhellenic Association of Hospital Psychologists and the Hellenic Society of the New Lacanian School, while also participating in the educational program of the Academy of Clinical Studies of Athens (ACSA). Additionally, she teaches and supervises undergraduate and postgraduate psychology students.

In her private practice, she provides psycho-emotional assessment and psychotherapy, either short-term or long-term, tailored to the uniqueness and specific needs of each client.

Antonia Xalampalaki MSc is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains her private practice in the Ilissia area. She completed her postgraduate studies in Health Psychology at the University of Crete, where she also completed her undergraduate studies in Psychology. She has been trained at the Family Therapy unit of the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica and at the Research University Mental Health Institute of the University of Athens. She has worked in public and private mental health facilities, providing psychotherapeutic and counseling services to adults, children, and adolescents. Additionally, she is a member of the psychiatric care unit at the Patient’s Home and collaborates with the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens as an author and trainer in supplementary distance education programs. Finally, she has presented at conferences and workshops concerning issues of Psychosocial Rehabilitation of Mentally Ill and Chronically Ill Patients.

Anna Karatheodorou MSc is a Psychologist who maintains a private practice in the Zografou area. She is a graduate of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens with honors. She holds a Master’s Degree (MSc) in Health Psychology from City University of London, as well as in Human Resource Management from the University of Westminster, London. Currently, she is completing her specialization in Systemic Psychotherapy at the Institute for Research and Education "Logos Psychis." During her studies, she completed her internship at the Psychiatric Clinic of the General Air Force Hospital, gaining significant experience in interdisciplinary collaboration, the administration of psychometric tools, and the understanding and assessment of acute mental disorders. Subsequently, she collaborated with hospital units and social services in the United Kingdom — including the NHS (National Health Service) — providing specialized psychological support to individuals with chronic conditions, disabilities, and adjustment difficulties, as well as to those experiencing anxiety, depression, psychosomatic symptoms, and psychosocial challenges. Concurrently, she has been active in the field of occupational and organizational psychology within corporate environments, designing and coordinating prevention, empowerment, and psychoeducation programs. Her approach is based on Systemic Psychotherapy and is enriched by contemporary psychological approaches tailored to the needs and goals of each client. She draws tools from Positive Psychology, Mindfulness, and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT). She believes that every individual possesses the capacity for change and growth when placed in an environment of acceptance and safety. Finally, the specialist provides individual psychotherapy for adults and adolescents, couples therapy, parental counseling, and group psychotherapy sessions in her office.

Adamantia Gkika is a Psychologist, graduate of Panteion University of Athens, licensed to practice professionally. She completed a two-year master’s degree in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at Hellenic American University (accredited by the State of New Hampshire, USA), graduating with distinction for academic performance.

She has completed basic training in Cognitive Analytic Psychotherapy (CAT) at the Panhellenic Society of Cognitive and Analytic Therapy, a member of the International Cognitive Analytic Therapy Association (ICATA), and is concurrently continuing her three-year specialization within the same framework. Additionally, she has attended specialized professional training seminars in Special Education and School Psychology at the University of the Aegean.

Her psychotherapeutic approach is integrative, tailoring each treatment plan to the unique needs of the individual. Her professional activity is governed by the Psychologist’s Code of Ethics and professional regulations, with emphasis on respect, confidentiality, and scientific validity.

She possesses clinical experience, having worked as a trainee Psychologist in the child psychiatry department of Tzaneio General Hospital of Piraeus. Subsequently, she voluntarily offered her services as a Clinical Psychologist in the adult unit of the Hellenic Center for Mental Health and Research in Aigaleo. She completed her internship as a Clinical Psychologist at the Roots Wellness Center.

Currently, she works as an external collaborator in a private practice in Petroupoli and provides counseling and psychotherapy services online to adolescents and adults.

Xrysolora Artemis Kai Synergates is a Psychologist who maintains a private practice in Syros. She holds a degree from the Open University Milton Keynes in the United Kingdom and has completed postgraduate training in Art Therapy, focusing on "Behavior Analysis - Therapy through Art," as well as postgraduate training in Play Therapy specializing in “Sensory & Messy Play.” Additionally, she completed postgraduate studies in “Child and Youth Studies” at University West in Sweden. In her private practice, she handles a wide range of cases encompassing the full spectrum of her specialty, always prioritizing the best possible care tailored to the individual needs of each person she supports.

Liamis Nikos is a Psychologist - Specialist Systemic Psychotherapist.

He holds a Bachelor's degree from the Department of Psychology at the Metropolitan College of Piraeus, with a specialization in Systemic - Family Psychotherapy from the Institute of Education and Research "Logos Psyche," following the SANE model (System Attachment Narrative Encephalon). This specific model is an enriched systemic psychotherapy model that integrates elements from attachment theory, the narrative approach, and findings from neuroscience into therapeutic practice.

Additionally, he holds a Bachelor's degree from the Department of Primary Education of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and a Master's degree (MA) in "Child Psychology in Education." Concurrently, he works and has extensive experience at the Franco-Hellenic School "Saint Joseph," frequently engaging with the needs and concerns of students.

His practice is located in Piraeus, at the Counseling and Psychotherapy Center "SyneDRo," where he hosts adult and adolescent clients, respecting their individual needs and concerns.

He believes that psychotherapy is a journey of relief and gradual healing of past wounds. Every wound has its own magnitude and its own time toward healing. He approaches this process with care and understanding alongside each client, so that at their own pace, they are guided toward a healthier mental everyday life.

H Γεωργοπούλου Παναγιώτα είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, απόφοιτη του τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου. Έχει λάβει τη βασική της εκπαίδευση στην συμπεριφορική γνωσιακή ψυχοθεραπεία ατόμου ενώ ταυτόχρονα λειτουργεί γραφείο συμβουλευτικής και προσανατολισμένης ψυχοθεραπείας. Έχει συνεργαστεί με το μη κυβερνητικό σωματείο Κέντρο Ζωής που στηρίζει οροθετικά άτομα παρέχοντας υπηρεσίες ψυχολογικής υποστήριξης και με το ΚΕ.Θ.Ε.Α. Εξέλιξις, του οποίου στόχος είναι η στήριξη τοξικοεξαρτημένων ατόμων. Για την αντιμετώπιση ψυχικών παθήσεων, όπως το άγχος, η κατάθλιψη και η εξάρτηση προσφέρονται εξειδικευμένες παρεμβάσεις της συμπεριφορικής γνωσιακής μεθόδου.

Η Γεωργία Κωστοπούλου είναι πιστοποιημένη Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια με εκτενή εκπαίδευση και πολυετή εμπειρία στον τομέα της ψυχικής υγείας και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Περιστέρι. Απέκτησε το πρώτο της πτυχίο από το Τμήμα Φιλοσοφίας, Παιδαγωγικής και Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών και συνέχισε τις σπουδές της στην Ψυχολογία στο Κρατικό Πανεπιστήμιο του Στρασβούργου, όπου έλαβε την άδεια ασκήσεως επαγγέλματος. Είναι εξειδικευμένη στη Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία, με κατευθύνσεις από τη Γνωσιακή-Συμπεριφοριστική, την Ψυχοδυναμική και τη Συστημική-Οικογενειακή προσέγγιση, τις οποίες ολοκλήρωσε στο Ινστιτούτο Συνθετικής Συμβουλευτικής και Ψυχοθεραπείας (Ε.Ψ.Υ.ΘΕ.) , είναι αναγνωρισμένη από τον ΕΟΠΠΕΠ και το British Association for Counseling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Διαθέτει μεταπτυχιακή εξειδίκευση στην Ψυχολογία της Υγείας, έχοντας αποφοιτήσει με άριστα από το Πρόγραμμα Μεταπτυχιακών Σπουδών «Εφαρμογές της Ψυχολογίας στην Υγεία» της Ιατρικής Σχολής του Αριστοτελείου Πανεπιστημίου Θεσσαλονίκης. Υπήρξε μέλος στην ομάδα Α’ Ογκολογικής Κλινικής του Metropolitan Hospital, υπό την καθοδήγηση του διευθυντή κλινικής και καθηγητή Ογκολογίας Δημήτρη Μπαφαλούκου, καθώς και με ομάδες ειδικευμένες σε καρδιολογικές, παθολογικές και γυναικολογικές παθήσεις. Η διπλωματική της έρευνα εστιάζει στην υποβοηθούμενη αναπαραγωγή, με έμφαση στην επιλόχεια κατάθλιψη, την υπογονιμότητα, την εξωσωματική γονιμοποίηση και τη γενετική συμβουλευτική. Έχει ειδικευτεί σε θέματα που συσχετίζουν το άγχος και την κατάθλιψη με χρόνιες παθήσεις , ψυχοσωματικά και χρόνιο πόνο. Έχει ολοκληρώσει περισσότερες από 600 ώρες κλινικής άσκησης και εποπτευόμενης ψυχοθεραπείας. Η επαγγελματική της πορεία περιλαμβάνει τη θέση επιστημονικά υπεύθυνης σε δομές που απευθύνονται σε παιδιά παρέχοντας ψυχολογική υποστήριξη σε εφήβους και γονείς . Επιπλέον, είναι συνεργαζόμενο μέλος στο ιατρείο του ψυχιάτρου Ραφαήλ Ψαρρά από το 2022, όπου παρέχει ψυχοθεραπεία σε άτομα που αντιμετωπίζουν ζητήματα όπως άγχος, κατάθλιψη, διαταραχές προσωπικότητας, χαμηλή αυτοπεποίθηση , οικογενειακές δυσκολίες κ.α. αλλά και θεραπείες ζεύγους και οικογένειας. Μέχρι και σήμερα παραμένει αφοσιωμένη στη συνεχή εκπαίδευση και εξέλιξη, με στόχο την παροχή υψηλής ποιότητας ψυχοθεραπευτικής υποστήριξης στους θεραπευόμενούς της.

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At the ARKESIS Mental Health Center, a comprehensive psychotherapeutic and psychiatric framework is offered for adults, adolescents, and children. Through the integration of psychodynamic/psychoanalytic approaches, systemic and group therapy, as well as specialized psychiatric support, a safe environment is created for recognizing individual needs, with the ultimate goal of personal development and mental well-being. Psychiatric services are also provided at the center. The founder of the center, Melina Arkesis Tzakou, based in Nea Ionia, Attica, provides mental health services as a Psychologist - Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist. She is a graduate of the European University Cyprus (EUC), a regular member of the Hellenic Psychological Society and the British Psychological Society (BPS). Currently, she is completing her specialization in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (DIKEPSY) and a Master's degree in Applied Developmental Psychology at the Hellenic Open University. She has received additional training in Clinical Psychopathology and Clinical Skills at the Panagiotis Oulis Clinical Psychopathology program at EPIPSY. At the same time, she has been trained in Synthetic Approach Mental Health Counseling at the Athens Synthesis Centre. She is certified to administer projective tests such as TAT, CAT, Child Drawing Test, and the Rorschach Inkblot Test. Melina Arkesis Tzakou, together with her scientific team of experienced and qualified psychotherapists specializing in Systemic and Psychoanalytic approaches, achieves the appropriate provision of mental health services for adults, adolescents, couples, and parents. The team always operates under the supervision of Ms. Melina Arkesis Tzakou, who ensures the maintenance of scientific rigor, the proper therapeutic approach, and the uninterrupted progress of psychotherapies.

Grigorea Xristina is a Psychologist who maintains a private practice in Kallithea. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Luton in England and completed a postgraduate program in Health Psychology at the same university. She specialized in Mental Health Promotion at the Psychiatric Clinic of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has completed a 3-year training program in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - Psychoeducational Interventions in the Family at the Research University Institute of Mental Health. She has worked as a psychologist at the Psychological Center "Arsi," the Center for Speech, Writing, and Behavior "Paidiako Ergastiri," and at the Model Preschool Education "Glykes Fatsoules," while as an integration therapist, she has worked at the Special Education Center "Proseggisi" in Neos Kosmos and the Nursery "Chourdakis." Additionally, she participates in numerous conferences and seminars as part of continuous professional development and has made academic publications. Finally, the Psychologist is a member of the Panhellenic Psychological Association, the Hellenic Society for Behavioral Research, and the British Psychological Society.

Mauridi Afroditi is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Pangrati. She began her studies in Psychology in Groningen, Netherlands, and completed them in Cyprus. She has specialized in the diagnosis of children and adolescents through the systemic perspective SANE-System Attachment Narrative Encephalon and in systemic psychotherapy for adults at the Institute for Training and Research in Systemic Psychotherapy "Logos Psychis". Additionally, she has received training in various areas, including School Psychology, Psychosomatic Health, and Crisis Management. She possesses notable experience, having worked in various public and private institutions. Furthermore, she has significant research experience, participating in conferences and seminars, where she has also presented her work.