Mental Health and Counseling results in Attica

Dionysakopoulou Sevi is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in the Vyronas-Pangrati area. She earned her degree from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University and is a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society and the Hellenic Society of Systemic Therapy (ELESYTH). She holds a postgraduate diploma in Public Health from the University of West Attica and is a doctoral candidate at the same university. She has specialized in Systemic Existential Psychotherapy and Family Therapy and has received further training in Clinical Psychopathology at Aeginiteio Hospital, as well as in Counseling Psychology at Panteion University. She completed an internship in the 9th ward of the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica "Daphni." She has worked as a Psychologist in secondary education and has collaborated with mental health institutions, implementing intervention programs for families, children, adolescents, and vulnerable populations. She provides psychotherapeutic services to adults, children-adolescents, couples, and families seeking to address difficulties manifesting as psychopathological symptoms and disorders (e.g., mood disorders, anxiety disorders, behavioral disorders), psychosomatic manifestations, dysfunctional relationships, or critical life events (e.g., loss, illness, childbirth, family phase transitions) or who wish to expand their self-awareness.

Mantelou Arxontia is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society. She maintains a private practice in the Vyronas area and collaborates with other therapeutic settings in the field of mental health. She obtained her degree from the Department of Psychology at the University of Central Lancashire in the United Kingdom and holds a master's degree in Applied Clinical Psychology from the same university. She has specialized in Systemic Existential Psychotherapy and Family Therapy at the Educational and Therapeutic Institute "Antistixi." She has attended numerous conferences and seminars and has participated in conferences, publications, and research. She has worked as a psychologist in mental health facilities, implementing intervention programs for families, children, adolescents, and vulnerable populations. She provides psychotherapeutic services to adults, children-adolescents, couples, and families seeking to address difficulties presented as symptoms or disorders (mood disorders, anxiety disorders, behavioral disorders), dysfunctional relationships, or critical life events (e.g., loss, illness, childbirth, family phase transitions), or those wishing to expand their self-awareness.

Karopoulos Konstantinos is a Psychotherapist - Integrative Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Kolonaki. His foundational studies in the field of Psychology were completed at the Metropolitan University of London and the Athens University of Economics and Business. Additionally, he holds a degree in counseling psychology and psychotherapeutic counseling from the Pearson certification body in the UK, as well as a diploma in occupational psychology from TUV Austria. He also has a certification in specialized training in medical psychology from the University of Athens. With the aim of continuous professional development, since 2011 he has been attending specialized seminars in the field of mental health.

Zavitsanou Xrysa is a Psychologist and Psychotherapist with a private practice in Peristeri. She holds a degree in Psychology from the Faculty of Philosophy, Pedagogy and Psychology (Psychology Program) of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She subsequently completed postgraduate studies in "Stress Management and Health Promotion" at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She specializes in Stress Management in patients with autoimmune diseases, particularly those with Multiple Sclerosis. Recognizing her science as a dynamic and ever-evolving process and embracing her role within this evolution, she has attended and continues to attend numerous Continuing Education Programs, Professional Training Seminars, and Supplementary Education and Training Programs. She serves as a Psychologist at the KIDS UP Center for Special Therapies. Her extensive experience, combined with her scientific expertise and her compassion for people, ensures the desired outcomes for the cases she undertakes, always focusing on the specific needs of each individual patient. Based on the above, she is particularly engaged in adult Psychotherapy addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, phobias, panic attacks, interpersonal relationships, anger management, and improvement of self-esteem and self-image. She also has significant experience and involvement in the Psychotherapy of children and adolescents, as well as in parental counseling.

Arxontissa (Anda) Sartzetaki is a Psychologist and holds a license to practice as a Psychologist. She has completed a two-year training in Systemic-Dialectical Psychotherapy at the Athens Center for the Study of the Human (AKMA), and she is also completing a four-year training in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy at the Institute for Research and Therapy of Behavior (IETHS). She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University and pursued her postgraduate studies in Applied Child and Adolescent Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (EKPA), where she graduated with a scholarship. Furthermore, she has been trained in specialized techniques of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Mindfulness, as well as in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (A.C.T.) techniques in Austria and Hungary respectively, as a recipient of European Union scholarships. She has worked as a Psychologist and Psychotherapist with adults, children, and adolescents in various private and public settings, including Secondary Education (Junior High Schools - Senior High Schools - KEDASY) and Mental Health Centers, addressing issues such as anxiety disorders, mood disorders, interpersonal relationship difficulties, trauma, low self-esteem and self-confidence, assertiveness, divorce/separation, parental counseling, intervention in neurodevelopmental disorders (ADHD, ASD), and more. She has also volunteered at the Day Center of Palaio Faliro, the Community Psychosocial Intervention Day Center of EPAPSY, as well as at the Hellenic League Against Rheumatism (ELEANA). Finally, she has experience in administering psychometric assessment tools and psychological evaluations and has participated as a speaker presenting research findings at national scientific conferences.

Giannopoulou Konstantenia is a Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Peristeri. She obtained her first degree from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in the Department of Geology and Geoenvironment, and subsequently passed entrance examinations to the Department of Psychology at Panteion University, from which she graduated with honors. As part of her academic studies, she completed an internship at the Center for Addiction Prevention and Psychosocial Health Promotion "Athena Health," during which she trained in individual and group psychotherapy, couples therapy, and family therapy. Additionally, she conducted a thesis on the topic of "depression in pediatric cancer patients" and deepened her knowledge in Health Psychology. Since October 2011, she has been training at the Athens Center for the Study of Humanity (A.K.M.A.) in Systemic Psychotherapy. She has attended and continues to attend seminars and workshops related to the development of psychology in Greece.

Marianna Xarlauti is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Vrilissia since 2011. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences and a postgraduate specialization in Organizational and Economic Psychology from the same institution. She was trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy at the Institute of Research and Therapy of Behavior. In 2018, she completed her training in Schema Therapy. She is a certified Therapist, Supervisor, and Trainer according to the criteria of the International Society of Schema Therapy (ISST). She is engaged in ongoing education and professional development in Schema Therapy. She has acquired clinical experience working in various settings, such as the Psychiatric Clinic of the General Hospital of Attica Sismanoglio, the Social Service of the Municipality of Vrilissia, and the Institute of Mental and Sexual Health. She is actively involved in volunteering and has provided voluntary services at the Life Center, where she participated in the Population Awareness Group for HIV. Finally, she has attended numerous seminars and conferences on topics related to mental health and business organization. She is a member of the Association of Greek Psychologists.

Maria Kotsidi is a Psychologist (BSc, MA) - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Chalandri.

She studied Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences and completed postgraduate training in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy & Counseling.

She completed her internship at GNA "KAT". Additionally, she has collaborated with the NGO "Together for the Child," the Psychogeriatric Society "NESTOR," as well as with specialized therapy centers. She has participated as a speaker at a conference. Concurrently, she has attended training seminars and scientific conferences and continues to pursue further education aimed at ongoing professional development.

Within the framework of the psychotherapeutic process, she emphasizes the creation of a relationship of trust and acceptance, where the individual can freely express their thoughts and feelings and discover new ways to understand and manage their difficulties.

Aleksatou Olga MSc is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Peristeri. She completed her studies in Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and subsequently attended the postgraduate program "Reading, Language and Cognition" at York University. She holds a diploma in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy from the Center for Applied Counseling and Psychology and has worked as an external collaborator in facilities in Kypseli and Thrakomakedones. She has acquired psychotherapeutic experience with adults, adolescents, and children in addressing various anxiety disorders, emotional and behavioral disorders, counseling, cases of learning difficulties, and the assessment of children's intelligence (WISC III). Finally, the psychologist has attended and trained in specialized educational seminars, maintaining excellent training in her areas of expertise. Her areas of specialization include psychological support for adults, adolescents, and children, counseling for adults, couples, and parents, anxiety management during national university entrance exams, treatment of emotional disorders, diagnosis of learning difficulties, and finally, the assessment of children's intelligence (WISC III).

Metta Kalliopi, MSc, is a Psychotherapist offering online sessions in both Greek and English, based between Athens and Amsterdam. She holds two Master’s degrees — in Clinical Psychology (Leiden University, the Netherlands) and Neuroscience (Carleton University, Canada). Kalliopi works exclusively online, providing psychotherapeutic support to adults in Greece and abroad. She works with individuals experiencing anxiety disorders, panic attacks, work-related stress, depression, ADHD, emotional regulation difficulties, interpersonal issues, psychosomatic symptoms, self-esteem challenges, addictions, as well as existential concerns related to meaning and identity. In her therapeutic practice, she integrates techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Psychodynamic Therapy, aiming to help clients understand and change limiting patterns of thought and behavior. She supports individuals in managing anxiety, improving relationships, and enhancing self-esteem. Kalliopi also places particular emphasis on empowering and supporting members of the LGBTQIA+ community, approaching every individual with acceptance, respect, and authenticity. She has completed over 300 hours of personal psychotherapy, deepening her understanding of the therapeutic process and human experience.

Mixou Efraimia is a Psychologist who maintains a private practice in Panormou. Additionally, some sessions are conducted in the rented spaces of Therapy Nest. She holds a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has been trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. In her office, she handles a wide range of cases, with particular expertise in Depression, as well as Anxiety and Stress.

Trousa Foteini MSc is a specialized Clinical Psychologist - Psychotherapist. She holds two pre-doctoral postgraduate diplomas, D.E.A. (University of Montpellier, France), as well as a postgraduate diploma D.E.S.S. in Clinical Psychology (University of Nice, France). She is a graduate in Clinical Psychology and Pathology from the University of Nice and holds a professional practice license. Additionally, she has been trained in Parent Counseling by the Panhellenic Association of Parent Schools, member of the Fédération Internationale pour l’Éducation des Parents, and has also been trained in "Addiction Counseling" by the University of Athens. She has coordinated parent counseling groups and has delivered informative lectures for parents and children at numerous organizations. She has extensive work experience, having been a vocational orientation and parent counseling trainer at the "Institute of Education and Business Studies," as well as a scientific collaborator of the Hellenic Police, Juvenile Protection Subdivision (General Police Directorate of Attica). Furthermore, she worked for six years at an International Humanitarian Organization, a member of the U.N. She has been practicing privately in Ilioupoli since 2011. She provides psychotherapeutic treatment for anxiety, depression, panic attacks, phobias, obsessions, obsessive-compulsive disorders, interpersonal relationship problems, low self-esteem, trauma, grief, psychosomatic symptoms, and offers counseling to parents.

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.

Visvardi Konstantina is a Psychologist - Specialist in Systemic & Family Therapy and a regular member of the Hellenic Psychological Society (HPS). She maintains a private practice in Piraeus. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at the School of Social Sciences and Education of the University of Cyprus. She continued her training in Systemic Psychotherapy at the Laboratory of Human Relations Research. Her clinical and professional experience began in 2018. Her work included the study and management of children's behavior: observing and conducting research on communicative approach and behavior. In 2021, she continued at the Organization Against Drugs (OKANA) as part of the prevention center, where her role involved preparing and introducing a new group of patients into the program and facilitating the therapeutic group. She is also trained in the trauma treatment method EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). Additionally, she has participated as a volunteer providing psychological support services in various NGOs.

Η Χρυσάνθη Σωφρονά, Σύμβουλος Ψυχικής Υγείας – Master Positive Psychology Coach, διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στη Γλυφάδα, παρέχοντας υπηρεσίες συμβουλευτικής ψυχικής υγείας, ψυχοθεραπευτικής υποστήριξης και επιστημονικά τεκμηριωμένου (evidence-based) coaching σε ενήλικες. Το coaching που εφαρμόζει βασίζεται στις αρχές της Ψυχολογίας του Coaching και αξιοποιεί επιστημονικά τεκμηριωμένες μεθόδους, με στόχο την ενίσχυση της ψυχικής ευημερίας, της ψυχικής ανθεκτικότητας και της προσωπικής ανάπτυξης.

Είναι κάτοχος Μεταπτυχιακού τίτλου (MSc) στην Εφαρμοσμένη Θετική Ψυχολογία και την Ψυχολογία του Coaching από το University of East London. Παράλληλα, διαθέτει πολυετή εξειδικευμένη εκπαίδευση στη Συνθετική Συμβουλευτική Ψυχικής Υγείας, στην Αναλυτική Ψυχολογία κατά Carl Gustav Jung, στην Ψυχοθεραπεία μέσω Τεχνών και στο Evidence-Based Coaching, ενσωματώνοντας δημιουργικά τις αρχές της Θετικής Ψυχολογίας, της Αναλυτικής Ψυχολογίας, της Συνθετικής Συμβουλευτικής Ψυχικής Υγείας και της Ψυχολογίας του Coaching σε μια συνθετική, εξατομικευμένη και επιστημονικά τεκμηριωμένη θεραπευτική προσέγγιση.

Η διαρκής επιστημονική εξέλιξη αποτελεί βασική αρχή της επαγγελματικής της πορείας. Εκπαιδεύεται συνεχώς σε σύγχρονες ψυχοθεραπευτικές προσεγγίσεις και επιμορφώνεται στους τομείς της Θετικής Ψυχολογίας, της Ψυχικής Ανθεκτικότητας (Resilience), της Ευημερίας (Wellbeing), της Συναισθηματικής Νοημοσύνης, της Ψυχοεκπαίδευσης και του συντονισμού βιωματικών ομάδων.

Διαθέτει πολυετή επαγγελματική εμπειρία στην Ελλάδα και το εξωτερικό και υποστηρίζει ενήλικες που αντιμετωπίζουν άγχος, χρόνιο στρες, φοβίες, μεταβάσεις και κρίσεις ζωής, δυσκολίες στις διαπροσωπικές σχέσεις, χαμηλή αυτοεκτίμηση, συναισθηματικές δυσκολίες, πένθος και απώλεια, καθώς και επαγγελματική εξουθένωση (burnout). Παράλληλα, συνεργάζεται με άτομα που επιθυμούν να ενισχύσουν την αυτογνωσία, την ψυχική ανθεκτικότητα, τη συναισθηματική ευημερία και την προσωπική ή επαγγελματική τους ανάπτυξη.

Στην ψυχοθεραπευτική της εργασία ακολουθεί μια συνθετική, εξατομικευμένη και επιστημονικά τεκμηριωμένη προσέγγιση, αξιοποιώντας στοιχεία από τη Θετική Ψυχολογία, την Αναλυτική Ψυχολογία, τη Συνθετική Συμβουλευτική Ψυχικής Υγείας και την Ψυχολογία του Coaching. Δημιουργεί ένα ασφαλές και υποστηρικτικό θεραπευτικό πλαίσιο, βασισμένο στην εμπιστοσύνη, τον σεβασμό και τη συνεργασία, μέσα στο οποίο κάθε άνθρωπος μπορεί να κατανοήσει βαθύτερα τον εαυτό του, να αναπτύξει τις προσωπικές του δυνάμεις, να ενισχύσει την ψυχική του ανθεκτικότητα και να επιτύχει ουσιαστική και διαρκή αλλαγή.

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Gkotsis Konstantinos is a Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Artemida. He studied Psychology at Canterbury Christ Church University, England, and specializes in Adlerian Counseling and Psychotherapeutic Approach at the Hellenic Society of Adlerian Psychology (H.S.A.P.). Additionally, he attends various educational conferences related to grief, anxiety, anger, and panic attacks.

Sourina Karina is a Clinical Psychologist-Psychotherapist and operates her private practice in Gerakas. She holds a Bachelor of Science Honours degree from the University of Derby and has completed postgraduate studies in Clinical Psychology at Hellenic American University. 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 client she undertakes.