Mental Health and Counseling results in Thessaloniki

Paxou Eleni is a Psychologist and Psychotherapist who provides individual psychotherapy sessions while also conducting empowerment and psychotherapy groups in collaboration with colleagues in the center of Thessaloniki. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and holds a master's degree in "Clinical Interventions in Addictions" from the Department of Psychology and the Medical School of the University of Crete. In the past, she provided individual psychotherapy sessions at the Comprehensive Addiction Treatment Unit of OKANA. Additionally, she continues her training in the empowerment and psychotherapy of individuals and groups using the approach of Non-Directive Intervention (NDI). She has attended numerous training programs and seminars on Clinical Psychology and the Therapeutic Treatment of Addictions. Currently, she is also training in the approach of Narrative Therapy.

Fiamou Konstantina is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a degree in Psychology from the University of Wales. She holds a license to practice as a Psychologist (No. 830580). She has attended specialized programs and seminars in the field of psychology and psychotherapy, such as "Counseling and Personal Development Techniques" (Scottish Qualifications Authority) and "Management of Emotional and Psychological Trauma" (Center for Continuing Education and Lifelong Learning, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens).

She has completed the Specialization Program in the Synthetic Model of Systemic and Family Therapy at the Laboratory for the Investigation of Human Relations. In this context, she has worked therapeutically and has also participated in voluntary actions, providing online counseling support for the free mental health initiatives of the University of the Aegean.

She provides psychotherapeutic sessions online, aiming to bring out personal desires, enhance the understanding of relationships, and help the individual shape the role they desire in life.

At the same time, she has extensive experience in her personal development through individual and group psychotherapy as a patient, while regularly participating in seminars and conferences in the field, maintaining continuous professional development.

Lampardis Pasxalis is a Psychologist and author with a private practice in Thessaloniki. He studied Psychology and completed postgraduate studies in Clinical and Community Psychology at the University of East London, specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Additionally, he has undertaken introductory training in Person-Centered Psychotherapy at the Hellenic Center for Focusing, Psychoanalytic Therapy at the Freudian Society of Northern Greece, and Art Therapy at the Art Therapy Studio. He has extensive experience working with human behavior and the treatment of mental disorders, as well as authoring literary books related to psychology. In therapy, his primary priority is the effective management of each individual's psychological issues to alleviate distress and facilitate better coping with their difficulties. Within a framework of safety, trust, and respect for the uniqueness of each person, potential solutions to any issue are explored.

Dr. Samaras Apostolos is a Mental Health Counselor with a private practice in Thessaloniki. He holds a degree in Clinical Psychology and Pathology from the University of Paris Paris VIII and possesses an advanced diploma (D.E.A.) in education from the same University. The Mental Health Counselor specializes in communication issues, interpersonal relationships, and has particular expertise in family and marital psychotherapy, anxiety disorders, and behavioral problems. He continuously participates in conferences and seminars to stay updated on developments in his field and has a substantial number of publications in the Greek press. Finally, Dr. Samaras Apostolos is a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society, the World Federation for Mental Health, the International Association of Family Therapy, and the International Society of Psychopathology & Clinical Psychology.

Fragkiadoulakis Ioannis is a Psychologist with a private practice in Thessaloniki. He holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, where he graduated with a specialization in Clinical Psychology. He has received further training and certification in the selection, assessment, and administration of psychometric tests. He applies Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy and Counseling, providing a wide range of mental health services tailored to the needs of each individual.

Theodoridis Dimitrios is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. He graduated from the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete, holds a master's degree in Criminal Law and Addictions, and has additional postgraduate studies in both Management & Social Planning and Counseling for Addictions. He has extensive specialized training in systemic psychotherapy for individuals, families, and couples. Additionally, he applies trauma therapy methods such as EMDR & DBR in specific mental health conditions where indicated. He has specialized training in loss and grief, as well as group coordination and dynamics. He has worked for over 22 years providing psychosocial services in various KETHEA programs (a self-help model of Therapeutic Communities), including the KETHEA ANADYSIS Adolescent Unit, KETHEA PROMITHEAS Prisoner Counseling, the "ITHAKI" Therapeutic Community, and the "ITHAKI" Family Support Center. He possesses extensive and multifaceted experience in individual, family, and group therapy settings, with thousands of hours of clinical practice with adolescents and adults. He served as a member of the Responsible Council of the KETHEA ITHAKI Program for 15 years, as well as a member of the KETHEA Policy Council for the same duration. For four years, he participated in the Ethics Committee of the organization. Since early 2024, he offers counseling and psychotherapy sessions in his office, in individual, family, couple, and group formats. Sessions are available for both adolescents and adults, either in person or online. He also supports individuals or groups with coaching or supervision requests.

Pliampa Freideriki is a Psychologist, Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapist licensed to practice as a psychologist. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and completed her postgraduate studies in Health Psychology (MSc in Health Psychology) at the University of Nottingham. She specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) through the Hellenic Society for Behavioral Research (EEES). To date, she has provided her services voluntarily and as part of her training at the social non-governmental organization ARSIS, the First University Psychiatric Clinic - G.N. Papageorgiou, and the Psychotherapeutic Center Stírixis. She is under continuous supervision. Since 2023, she has maintained a private practice.

Stergiou - Stamou Stella is a Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist, maintaining a private practice in Thessaloniki, providing psychotherapeutic and counseling services to adults, couples, and families. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki with a focus on social-clinical psychology. She participated in the clinical training program of the 1st University Psychiatric Clinic of Papageorgiou Hospital. Subsequently, she completed her three-year training in systemic psychotherapy and counseling at the Systemic Institute of Thessaloniki. She is a member of the Greek Psychologists Association with registration number 2692, as well as the Systemic Society of Northern Greece. She holds a professional license to practice psychology throughout Greece since 2013. She has maintained a private practice in the center of Thessaloniki since 2016 and has also offered her services voluntarily at various institutions, such as the Mental Health Center of the Western Sector and the Thessaloniki Social Clinic. Additionally, the specialist has been trained and has a particular interest in issues such as depression, phobias, anxiety - panic attacks, psychosomatic disorders, trauma and post-traumatic stress, personality disorders, among others. She also deals with problems arising in the context of family and work, as well as couple-related issues. Finally, she has participated and continues to participate in psychology and psychotherapy workshops and conferences, aiming to stay continuously updated with developments in the mental health field.

Papigkioti Kleoniki MSc is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. She graduated from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, specializing in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. From the beginning of her career, she was deeply moved by supporting individuals experiencing difficulties, which led her to work both professionally and through internships in organizations that protect children and women who have suffered abuse. She has focused on clinical training in Mental Health through her participation in postgraduate programs at Papageorgiou Hospital, as well as at Aeginiteio Hospital, while simultaneously enriching her clinical experience through her master's degree in Clinical Mental Health at the School of Medicine of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Throughout her professional career, she has worked therapeutically with children, adolescents, and adults, supporting individuals of all ages and identities in their unique challenges. What she loves most about her work is walking alongside each person on their path of self-awareness and self-management, creating a safe space for meaningful change and development.

Στο ΕνΝόημα παρέχουμε υποστήριξη σε ενήλικες, παιδιά, εφήβους, ζευγάρια και οικογένειες.

Κύριο μέλημά μας είναι η δημιουργία ενός πλαισίου ασφάλειας, κατανόησης και εμπιστοσύνης.

Αναγνωρίζοντας την πολυπλοκότητα των ανθρώπινων σχέσεων και συστημάτων, προσεγγίζουμε συνθετικά τις δυσκολίες υπό το πρίσμα διαφορετικών θεραπευτικών προσεγγίσεων — Συστημική, Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική (CBT) και Γνωστική Αναλυτική Ψυχοθεραπεία.

Παρέχουμε υποστήριξη:

- Διαχείριση άγχους, κρίσεων πανικού, επαγγελματικής εξουθένωσης (burn out).

- Κατάθλιψη, πένθος, συναισθηματικές δυσκολίες.

-Διαχείριση σχέσεων και επικοινωνίας.

- Συμβουλευτική υποστήριξη γονέων

- Διαχείριση συγκρουσιακών διαζυγίων και ενίσχυση της διαμεσολάβησης.

- Υποστήριξη κατά την εξωσωματική γονιμοποίηση.

- Υποστήριξη ενηλίκων, παιδιών και εφήβων με νευροδιαφορετικότητα (ΔΕΠΥ, Αυτισμός).

- Ψυχολογική Αξιολόγηση Παιδιών, Εφήβων και Ενηλίκων

!! Οι συνεδρίες παρέχονται και διαδικτυακά.

Οι Συνεργάτες:

Η Αγγελική Μιχαλοπούλου είναι ψυχολόγος, κοινωνική λειτουργός και ψυχοθεραπεύτρια ενηλίκων, με μεταπτυχιακή εξειδίκευση στην Ειδική Αγωγή, τα παιδιά και τις οικογένειες.

Είναι πιστοποιημένη Συστημική, Γνωστική – Αναλυτική ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και έχει εκπαιδευτεί στην Γνωστική – Συμπεριφορική προσέγγιση, προσφέροντας επίσης θεραπεία ζεύγους, ομάδας και συμβουλευτική γονέων, ενώ διαθέτει εκτενή κλινική εμπειρία σε πλαίσια ψυχικής υγείας, μεταξύ άλλων στην Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του 424 ΓΣΝΕ και στην υποστήριξη παιδιών και οικογενειών, σε εκπαιδευτικές και θεραπευτικές δομές. Παρέχοντας παράλληλα συμβουλευτική υποστήριξη και συντονίζοντας ομάδες γονέων.

Η θεραπευτική της οπτική εστιάζει σε μια πολυεπίπεδη και συνθετική προσέγγιση των προβλημάτων, λαμβάνοντας υπόψη την μοναδικότητα και την πολυπλοκότητα των ανθρωπίνων σχέσεων και συστημάτων. Βασική προτεραιότητα της αποτελεί η δημιουργία ενός ασφαλούς και συνεργατικού χώρου, όπου οι άνθρωποι μπορούν να αναγνωρίσουν βαθύτερα μοτίβα, να παρατηρήσουν τις σχέσεις που τους διαμορφώνουν και να κινηθούν προς πιο λειτουργικούς και αυθεντικούς τρόπους ύπαρξης.

Ο Γεώργιος Παναγιώτης Τομπούλογλου είναι απόφοιτος του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του ΑΠΘ. Από το 2012 παρέχει ανελλιπώς υπηρεσίες ψυχοθεραπείας, συμβουλευτικής και ψυχολογικής αξιολόγησης σε δημόσιες δομές ψυχικής υγείας των Ενόπλων Δυνάμεων (Ψυχιατρική Κλινική 424 ΓΣΝΕ, Ομάδες Ψυχοκοινωνικής Μέριμνας) .

Επιπλέον, διαθέτει πολυετή εμπειρία στην συμβουλευτική γονέων, την ψυχολογική υποστήριξη και αξιολόγηση παιδιών και εφήβων με αναπτυξιακές, συναισθηματικές και συμπεριφορικές δυσκολίες, έχοντας εργαστεί σε ιδιωτικές δομές ως εξωτερικός συνεργάτης. Είναι πιστοποιημένος Γνωστικός-Αναλυτικός Ψυχοθεραπευτής, με μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές στην Εφαρμοσμένη Γνωστική και Αναπτυξιακή Ψυχολογία και στην Ειδική Αγωγή, ενώ έχει εκπαιδευτεί σε πλήθος άλλων ψυχοθεραπευτικών προσεγγίσεων και εργαλείων ψυχολογικής αξιολόγησης ενηλίκων, παιδιών και εφήβων.

Η θεραπευτική του προσέγγιση είναι ανθρωποκεντρική και συνθετική, με έμφαση στη δημιουργία μιας ασφαλούς θεραπευτικής σχέσης που βασίζεται στην εμπιστοσύνη, τη συνεργασία και την αποδοχή. Εστιάζει στη βιωματική κατανόηση των δυσκολιών στο «εδώ και τώρα», ενθαρρύνοντας την αυτογνωσία, την ανάληψη προσωπικής ευθύνης και την αναγνώριση περιοριστικών μοτίβων.

Στόχος της θεραπευτικής διαδικασίας είναι η ενδυνάμωση του ατόμου και η καλλιέργεια εσωτερικών πόρων, ώστε να ανταποκρίνεται με μεγαλύτερη ευελιξία και πληρότητα στις προκλήσεις της ζωής και να αναπτύσσει ουσιαστικές σχέσεις με τον εαυτό του και τους άλλους.

Stella Krokou is a Psychotherapist and operates the Person-Centered Psychotherapy Center "Eudaimonia" in Thessaloniki. She studied preschool education at Aristotle University and has worked in both the public and private education sectors as an Educator in schools, creative activity centers, and personally with parents, families, and children of all ages. Additionally, she trained in Person-Centered and Focusing experiential psychotherapy at the Hellenic Focusing Center. Over the past years, she has been providing psychotherapy services to adults, as well as psychoeducational programs for children and parental counseling at "Eudaimonia" and other specialized therapy centers.

Andromaxi Sdoukou is a Psychologist and Systemic Psychotherapist practicing privately in Thessaloniki. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and has completed her postgraduate degree in Systemic Psychotherapy at the University of Central Lancashire (UClan), in collaboration with the College of Humanities ICPS. She has completed training programs in Postmodern Systemic Approaches to Psychotherapy (Solution-Focused, Narrative, Collaborative Approach) at the Bienestar center, as well as in Systemic and Family Therapy at the Mental Health Center (KPSY) of the Western Sector of Thessaloniki. Additionally, she has completed training in Grief Support and Counseling at Merimna Thessaloniki and in Cinematherapy at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. As part of her training, she has gained clinical experience in public mental health structures and non-governmental organizations in Thessaloniki, specifically in the Alternative Therapy Program for Dependent Individuals "ARGO," at the Mental Health Center of the Western Sector of Thessaloniki, and in the Social Service of ARSIS. From 2020 to 2021, she provided voluntary psychotherapeutic and counseling services in the Short-Term Psychological Support Group in days of Covid-19, a solidarity initiative she co-created with other Solution-Focused psychotherapists. She has volunteered at the Cinematherapy Festival, the world’s first Cinematherapy Festival, and since 2020 she has been writing articles on cinema and psychology. Currently, she provides psychotherapeutic services to adults, families, and couples through face-to-face or online sessions.

Maurovitou Andromaxi is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist - Child Psychologist with a private practice in the center of Thessaloniki. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and a Master's degree from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, specializing in "Developmental Psychopathology of infancy and early childhood." She has received further training in Systemic Psychotherapy and Counseling through a comprehensive training program certified by the E.F.T.A. – European Family Therapy Association and the E.E.P.S.E – National Society of Psychotherapy of Greece. Her professional experience has been enriched by working in various psychological support settings for children and their families as well as adults. One of these includes her many years of work as a Psychologist - Coordinator at the Mother and Child Center of METAdrasi - Action for Migration and Development. Furthermore, respecting the need for continuous education and training in her work, she participates in seminars and training programs and is a member of the Systemic Society of Northern Greece. The practice offers psychotherapy and counseling services both in-person and online. Specifically, there is the possibility for individual psychotherapy and counseling for adults and adolescents, family psychotherapy, parent counseling, and couples counseling. This is an open and well-trained environment ready to listen to and support the concerns of any individual, particularly regarding issues of anxiety and stress, depression, gender identity, interpersonal relationships, grief management, parenting and couples' matters, eating disorders, self-esteem, and self-awareness.

Milovianou Afroditi is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness trainer, maintaining a private practice in Thessaloniki. She is a graduate of the Psychology Department at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, with postgraduate studies in Clinical and Community Psychology at the University of East London. She has specialized training in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy from the Oxford Mindfulness Centre, Solution Focused Therapy from the Center for Solution-Focused Psychotherapy, parent counseling from the Center of Academic Research and Studies, and coaching and health promotion from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.

She works as a private psychologist and mindfulness trainer. She has served as a psychologist at the Organization for Social Protection, Solidarity & Education of the Municipality of Volvi, Thessaloniki, and has worked in institutions such as treatment centers, schools, and social services with children and adolescents. She has provided voluntary services to organizations supporting children with neoplastic diseases, special needs, and children from vulnerable social groups in Greece and abroad. She continuously undertakes training across a broad range of topics in her field, participates in European mental health promotion programs, summer schools, and international conferences. Finally, she writes articles on issues concerning everyday life and challenges faced by individuals today.