Mental Health and Counseling results in Attica

Η Σαλιγκάρα Λεμονιά είναι Ψυχολόγος - Εκπ. Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Περιστέρι. Είναι απόφοιτος του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών (ΕΚΠΑ) και ολοκληρώνει τετραετή εκπαίδευση στην Οικογενειακή Θεραπεία στο Ινστιτούτο Οικογενειακής Θεραπείας, στο Ανοικτό Ψυχοθεραπευτικό Κέντρο. Η θεραπευτική της προσέγγιση βασίζεται στις αρχές της Συστημικής-Οικογενειακής Θεραπείας και Ομαδικής Ψυχοθεραπείας, δίνοντας έμφαση στις σχέσεις, την επικοινωνία και στον τρόπο με τον οποίο το οικογενειακό και κοινωνικό περιβάλλον επηρεάζει την εμπειρία του ανθρώπου. Εργάζεται θεραπευτικά με ενήλικες, εφήβους και γονείς, πραγματοποιώντας ατομικές και ομαδικές συνεδρίες ψυχοθεραπείας. Παράλληλα, συντονίζει ομάδες εφήβων και ενηλίκων, δίνοντας έμφαση στη δυναμική της ομάδας, το σχετίζεσθαι και την επεξεργασία των διαπροσωπικών εμπειριών. Στόχος της θεραπευτικής διαδικασίας είναι η δημιουργία ενός σταθερού και ασφαλούς πλαισίου, μέσα στο οποίο το άτομο μπορεί να εκφράσει όσα το δυσκολεύουν, να κατανοήσει καλύτερα τον εαυτό του και τις σχέσεις του και να διερευνήσει νέους τρόπους διαχείρισης των δυσκολιών της καθημερινότητας.

Athanasiou Vasilis is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Kypseli. He has completed studies in Psychology at the University of Crete and at Middlesex University in London. Furthermore, he holds a Master's Degree in Neuropsychology from Maastricht University in the Netherlands. Following his postgraduate studies, he specialized in a six-year program in Body Psychotherapy at the Psychotherapy and Counseling Center "Wilhelm Reich".

He has gained clinical and volunteer experience through his collaboration with organizations such as the NGO "EDRA" and EPANODOS, providing psychological support to vulnerable social groups.

His therapeutic approach is primarily based on the principles of body psychotherapy, while drawing elements from the integrative approach (cognitive, psychodynamic, Gestalt) in order to tailor therapy to the needs of each patient.

Clinical Psychologist Vazouras Mixalis graduated from the Psychology Department of the American College of Greece (DEREE). He then completed his postgraduate studies in the Clinical Psychology program at Utrecht University. He has been trained in cognitive behavioral therapy during his postgraduate studies and has attended seminars on grief management, trauma, and the provision of psychological first aid. He has volunteered at the Sismanoglio Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinic and the NGO M.A.N.A. Finally, in recent years, he has worked as a psychologist in private centers and as a clinical psychologist in a rehabilitation center. Currently, he manages his private practice.

Parisi Androniki is a Psychologist and conducts online sessions. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens with a specialization in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. The specialist offers online sessions, supporting adults with issues such as anxiety, emotion regulation, interpersonal relationships, and personal development. She provides a safe and confidential environment, tailored to the needs of each individual, aiming to improve mental well-being and quality of life.

Elizampeth Stamou is a Psychologist - Neuropsychologist with clinical and research experience in the field of mental health and neuroscience. She possesses a strong scientific background in the study of brain function through neuroimaging, with a particular interest in the relationship between the brain, behavior, and psychopathology.

She has extensive professional experience in London, having worked as a clinical scientist in leading hospital institutions such as King’s College Hospital, Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, and Cleveland Clinic London, focusing on neuroimaging for preoperative assessments in populations with neuro-oncological disorders, epilepsy, and complex neurological conditions.

Simultaneously, she is actively engaged in adult psychotherapy, specializing in eating disorders (Master Practitioner in Eating Disorders) and with extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of anxiety, depression, neurodevelopmental difficulties (autism spectrum, ADHD), as well as complex challenges in daily functioning. Her therapeutic approach is integrative and individualized, combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, contemporary evidence-based models, and person-centered understanding, aiming for meaningful and sustainable change. She places particular emphasis on women’s mental health, supporting women with chronic hormonal conditions and the psychological and physical impacts these have on daily life.

Katerina Leventouri is a Clinical Psychologist (MSc) - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Exarchia. She graduated with honors from the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (GPA 8.75) and holds a professional license. She has completed postgraduate studies in Clinical Psychology and Neuropsychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, specializing in Clinical Psychology with a grade of Excellent (9.14). During her postgraduate studies, she worked in the mental health department of the Hellenic Center for Mental Health and Research in Thessaloniki, as well as in the acute cases department of the Psychiatric Hospital of Thessaloniki, handling a wide range of cases and gaining valuable experience in managing mental health issues such as anxiety, mood, and personality disorders. She has a particular interest in eating disorders, having collaborated as a trainee Clinical Psychologist with the Day Center for Eating Disorders ElpiZo of EPAPSY. Simultaneously, she has attended a one-year educational seminar on the treatment of eating disorders and has also conducted research on the topic. Additionally, she has participated in a research team at University College Cork in Ireland focusing on combating stigma in patients with chronic pain. As a professional, she places great emphasis on lifelong education, personal therapy, and supervision. As a psychotherapist, she follows an individualized approach, respecting each person's unique history, pace, and request within a safe framework of exploration and self-acceptance.

Η Γκιλάκη Ελισάβετ είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και πραγματοποιεί διαδικτυακές και δια ζώσης συνεδρίες . Είναι πτυχιούχος Ψυχολογίας του Αριστοτελείου Πανεπιστημίου Θεσσαλονίκης. Μετά την ολοκλήρωση των προπτυχιακών της σπουδών, συνέχισε με μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές στην Ειδική Αγωγή και Εκπαίδευση, ενώ παράλληλα ξεκίνησε την εκπαίδευσή της στη Συνθετική Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία, στο Κέντρο Συνθετικής Συστημικής Θεραπείας στη Θεσσαλονίκη, όπου συνεχίζει έως και σήμερα. Η επιθυμία της να διευρύνει τις γνώσεις της την οδήγησε στην εκπαίδευση στην Παιδοψυχολογία και στη Συμβουλευτική Γονέων, καθώς και στην ολοκλήρωση σεμιναρίου Σχολικής Ψυχολογίας. Έχει επίσης εκπαιδευτεί στη χρήση του ψυχομετρικού εργαλείου WISC-V. Η επαγγελματική της εμπειρία περιλαμβάνει εργασία σε κέντρα ειδικών θεραπειών και δομές για άτομα με ειδικές ανάγκες, ενώ παράλληλα προσφέρει θεραπευτικές συνεδρίες διαδικτυακά. Από μικρή την μαγνήτιζε η παρατήρηση της ανθρώπινης συμπεριφοράς και η αναζήτηση του «γιατί» πίσω από τις πράξεις και τις σχέσεις. Η εσωτερική αυτή αναζήτηση την οδήγησε φυσικά στον δρόμο της Ψυχολογίας και, μέσα από αυτόν, στην επιθυμία να στηρίζει τους ανθρώπους στην πορεία τους προς την αυτογνωσία και την ψυχική ενδυνάμωση. Αν αισθάνεσαι έτοιμος ή έτοιμη να ξεκινήσεις το δικό σου θεραπευτικό ταξίδι, θα είναι χαρά και τιμή της να γίνει συνοδοιπόρος σου σε αυτή τη διαδρομή.✨

Parthenis Aleksandros is a Psychologist holding a Psychology degree from the University of East London. He has a master's degree with distinction in Clinical and Community Psychology from the University of East London. He has received further training in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling and has attended numerous seminars on Psychology and Mental Health. He completed his practical training at the Psychosocial Rehabilitation Residential Facility ANIMA and has provided voluntary psychotherapy sessions at the Psychogeriatric Society "Nestor." In his private practice, he manages a wide range of cases, conducting psychotherapy sessions based on the Cognitive-Behavioral approach, always focusing on the best possible service of the individualized needs of each patient.

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.

Ο κύριος Απότσος Παναγιώτης είναι Ψυχολόγος από το ΕΚΠΑ και έχει εκπαιδευτεί στην Προσωποκεντρική Συμβουλευτική και Ψυχοθεραπεία στο (πρώην) Κέντρο Εκπαίδευσης στην Προσωποκεντρική Προσέγγιση - νυν ICPS, και έχει επίσης ασχοληθεί και με άλλες ψυχοθεραπευτικές προσεγγίσεις κατά τη διάρκεια διαφόρων εκπαιδεύσεων. Ασχολείται επαγγελματικά με την Συμβουλευτική / Ψυχοθεραπεία από το 2003. Η Προσωποκεντρική Προσέγγιση, με την οποία κυρίως εργάζεται, θεωρεί ότι οι άνθρωποι διαθέτουν τα εφόδια να επιλύσουν τα ποικίλα ψυχολογικά προβλήματά τους, εφόσον τους παρασχεθεί το κατάλληλο θεραπευτικό περιβάλλον. Κατέχει το Ευρωπαϊκό Πιστοποιητικό Ψυχοθεραπείας (ECP) και την πιστοποίηση ΕuroPsy. Είναι κάτοχος άδειας ασκήσεως επαγγέλματος Ψυχολόγου, και έχει Μεταπτυχιακό Δίπλωμα Εξειδίκευσης στην Ψυχική Υγεία (ΜSc) από την Ανώτατη Νοσηλευτική – ΕΚΠΑ. Εξειδικεύτηκε στη Διάγνωση και Θεραπεία των Ψυχο Σεξουαλικών διαταραχών στο ΕΠΙΨΥ και κατέχει την διεθνή πιστοποίηση του Κλινικού Ψυχο Σεξολόγου (ECPS) μετά από εξετάσεις στην Λισαβόνα. Είναι μέλος της Θεραπευτικής Ομάδας στο Ειδικό Ιατρείο Σεξουαλικής Υγείας στο Αιγινήτειο και επίσης είναι Εκπαιδευτής και Επόπτης στα προγράμματα εκπαίδευσης Προσωποκεντρικής Συμβουλευτικής και Ψυχοθεραπείας στο ICPS. Από την περίοδο 2021-22 είναι Επιστημονικός Υπεύθυνος του Μεταπτυχιακού Προγράμματος, MSc In Psychosexual Therapy (ICPS-UKLAN). Διετέλεσε Πρόεδρος της Ελληνικής Εταιρείας Συμβουλευτικής και Αντιπρόεδρος της Εθνικής Εταιρείας Ψυχοθεραπείας Ελλάδος, όπως επίσης Ταμίας της Ελληνικής Εταιρείας Σεξολογίας και Διαφυλικών Σχέσεων, Γραμματέας της Πανελλήνιας Ένωσης Επαγγελματιών Προσωποκεντρικής Προσέγγισης. Τον Νοέμβριο του '21 εκλέχτηκε στο ΔΣ του Συλλόγου Ελλήνων Ψυχολόγων. Είναι Επόπτης Συμβουλευτικής / Ψυχοθεραπείας και εισηγητής εκπαιδευτικών σεμιναρίων στην ψυχοθεραπεία και στην Ψυχο-Σεξολογία, επίσης ασκεί ιδιωτική πρακτική ως Ψυχοθεραπευτής, Επόπτης, και ως Ψυχο Σεξολόγος. Έχει δημοσιεύσει άρθρα σε επιστημονικά έντυπα στην Ελλάδα και διεθνώς και συμμετέχει ως Εισηγητής σε Συνέδρια ημερίδες και συμπόσια.

Katerina Varela is a Psychotherapist - Social Worker, licensed to practice professionally. She maintains a private practice in Argyroupoli and provides psychotherapy services to adults, both in-person and remotely. She graduated from the Department of Social Work at the University of Patras and completed her training in the Person-Centered Psychotherapeutic Approach at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow. She is a certified Psychotherapist by the European Association for Psychotherapy (EAP).

Since 2016, she has worked with vulnerable social groups, such as migrants and refugees, in the field of child protection and with women who have experienced abuse. Additionally, she has experience in coordinating parent groups and in providing therapeutic support to adolescents and their families within the framework of rehabilitation programs at KETHEA. Her work emphasizes the creation of a trusting relationship and a safe, supportive environment where each individual can freely express themselves and work respectfully with their uniqueness and needs.

Frrokai Foteini - Elvisa is a Psychologist - Systemic Family Psychotherapist (BSc, MSc, PhDc), PhD Candidate in Psychology, a Sylff Japanese Foundation Fellow, and maintains a private practice in Glyfada. Regarding her educational background, she obtained her first degree from the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete and subsequently earned a Master’s Degree specializing in "Counseling Psychology" from the University of Athens. As a top graduate of the University of Athens, she was awarded by the Sylff Japanese Foundation for "High academic performance and leadership skills." She continued her studies as a PhD Candidate in Psychology at the Department of Early Childhood Education of the University of the Aegean under the supervision of Professor Anastasia Tsabarli, with her doctoral thesis entitled "The Quality of the Sibling Relationship in the Greek Family with a Child with Anxiety Disorder." Concurrently, she completed the four-year program in Systemic Psychotherapy (Individual, Couple, Family) at ESYTHEPAS, which is recognized training by the European Family Therapy Association (EFTA). Between 2019-2022, she served as President of the Chios Psychologists Association and for three consecutive years (2020-2022) she held the 1st position among distinguished businesses in the Health sector in Chios as assessed by the company "AEOTI TIS YGEIAS." She is a highly trained professional with many years of experience, as detailed below. She engages in an ongoing process of education, personal psychotherapy, and supervision, believing that a good therapist has a dual role: that of a professional and a scientist.

Gogou Eirini is a Psychologist (BSc, MSc) and Psychotherapist with a private practice in the Gyzi area. She holds a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and is completing postgraduate studies in Mental Health and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the Medical School of the University of Athens.

She specializes in Integrative Psychotherapy through the Contemporary Amphiaraion program (Technoblast, University of Crete) and has experience in individual psychotherapy for adults, children, and adolescents, with an emphasis on anxiety, mood, personality, eating disorders, and anger management.

During her practice, she has worked in adult psychiatric units (Inpatient Department and Outpatient Clinics, Dafni) as well as in child psychiatric settings (Outpatient Clinics and Inpatient Department, Pediatric Clinic Agia Sofia), gaining valuable experience in clinical assessment and patient support at various stages of treatment.

Her approach is holistic and individualized, aiming to support each person in a way that respects their unique needs and dynamics. Through therapy, patients have the opportunity to discover coping strategies, enhance their self-awareness, and improve the quality of their daily life.

Mylonaki Lydia is a graduate psychologist from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki with a postgraduate diploma in forensic psychology from Nottingham Trent University, UK. She is also a Systemic-Family psychotherapist and EMDR therapist. Additionally, she has been trained in Problem Management +, both as a counselor and supervisor, as well as a trainer. She is a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society, the British Psychological Society, ELESYTH, and EMDR Hellas, with extensive professional experience in a variety of therapeutic settings, including inpatient environments and community-based psychotherapy groups. She began her career working in the national health system and continued in the NHS UK, working in various facilities focused on the treatment and rehabilitation of individuals with mental health difficulties. She has also worked in English prisons and in victim support with Victim Support UK. Over the past four years, she has provided consultancy services in various organizations working with the refugee population, including clinics, community centers, and reception facilities. Her primary goal is to support, treat, integrate, and rehabilitate refugees experiencing mental health challenges. Furthermore, she serves as a Lecturer in Forensic and Clinical Psychology at City Unity College. She also maintains a private practice in Kaisariani, offering mental health services to individuals, couples, and families, as well as group psychotherapy, with particular expertise in anxiety, depression, and trauma. In her private practice, she addresses a wide range of cases, utilizing her experience and scientific expertise, always focusing on providing the best possible care tailored to the individualized needs of each person she undertakes.

Teta Xatzopoulou is a Person-Centered Psychotherapist and maintains her private practice in Kato Patissia, where she offers both in-person and remote sessions addressing issues related to relationships, anxiety, discomfort, traumatic experiences, and management of internal conflicts. She believes that in recent years, the need for people to distance themselves from the flood of information and daily obligations has become more pronounced than ever, in order to listen to themselves and understand their current position in life within an environment of acceptance, free from criticism and doubt.

Danai Kotidou MSc is a Clinical Psychologist with a psychoanalytic orientation and maintains a private practice in Neos Kosmos. She studied at the Department of Psychology of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and subsequently pursued her postgraduate studies in the three-year Clinical Psychology program at the same institution. Currently, she participates in the clinical training of the Forum of Lacanian Psychoanalysis in Athens. Over the past six years, she has worked in the community as a Psychologist in public primary and secondary education as well as preschool education, and psychotherapeutically in specialized treatment centers. She has provided her services as a Clinical Psychologist in community mental health services such as the Psychiatric Home Care Unit of the "P. Sakellaropoulos" Mental Health Institute, Babel - a Mental Health Unit for Migrants, and the Center for Vocational Preparation and Psychosocial Rehabilitation of Aeginiteio Hospital. In her private practice, she welcomes adults, adolescents, and children seeking to work through mental difficulties through dialogue.

Panopoulou Xara is a Psychologist, Sexologist, and Psychotherapist.

She completed her studies in Psychology (BSc) at Panteion University and has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Additionally, she specializes in the Treatment of Psychosexual Disorders and has presented at conferences related to sexual health. She is continuing her education in Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), having completed the basic cycle and proceeding with supervision and further professional development.

The office is located at the Smart CNS Center, in Syntagma, a specialized mental health medical center that offers a modern, safe, and supportive environment.

Previously, she has provided services in private practices and organizations such as the Special Clinic for Sexual Disorders (Aeginiteio Hospital), the Psychogeriatric Society "Nestor," the Counseling Station & Telephone Line for HIV/AIDS, the NGO IASIS, milamou.gr, and PRAKSIS.

She works with a broad range of psychological difficulties, including anxiety, depression, relationship disorders, sexual dysfunctions, and self-esteem issues, tailoring her techniques according to the needs of each patient.

Η Εύη Μπαλταδάκη είναι Ψυχολόγος και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Χαλάνδρι. Είναι απόφοιτη του Αριστοτελείου Πανεπιστημίου Θεσσαλονίκης (Α.Π.Θ.) και Στρατιωτικός Ψυχολόγος. Παράλληλα, πραγματοποιεί την ειδίκευσή της στη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία ατόμου, ομάδας και οικογένειας. Έχει ολοκληρώσει μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές στην Κοινωνιολογία στο Πανεπιστήμιο Αιγαίου και στη Θετική Ψυχολογία στο Πάντειο Πανεπιστήμιο. Έχει, επίσης, παρακολουθήσει μετεκπαιδευτικά σεμινάρια σε θέματα ψυχικής υγείας, μεταξύ των οποίων η «Κλινική Ψυχοπαθολογία» από το ΕΠΙΨΥ και η «Στήριξη και συμβουλευτική πένθους για παιδιά, εφήβους και οικογένειες που θρηνούν» από τη Μέριμνα. Διαθέτει πολυετή επαγγελματική εμπειρία σε δομές των Ενόπλων Δυνάμεων, συμπεριλαμβανομένων πρωτοβάθμιων μονάδων υγείας και κέντρων ψυχικής υγείας. Παράλληλα, συνεργάζεται με κέντρα ειδικών θεραπειών και αναπτυξιολογικά ιατρεία.

Στο ιδιωτικό της γραφείο στο Χαλάνδρι παρέχει υπηρεσίες συμβουλευτικής και ψυχοθεραπείας σε εφήβους, ενήλικες, ζευγάρια και οικογένειες, καθώς και υπηρεσίες ψυχομετρικής αξιολόγησης νοημοσύνης σε παιδιά και εφήβους. Προσεγγίζει κάθε θεραπευόμενο άτομο με σεβασμό, με στόχο τη δημιουργία ενός ασφαλούς θεραπευτικού πλαισίου, προσαρμοσμένου στις ιδιαίτερες ανάγκες και τους στόχους του κάθε ατόμου. Η θεραπευτική της προσέγγιση βασίζεται στις αρχές της επαγγελματικής δεοντολογίας και στη δημιουργία μιας σχέσης εμπιστοσύνης και συνεργασίας.