Mental Health and Counseling results in the Western suburbs of Athens

Η Παρασκευή Ευ. Ρουμελιώτη είναι Κλινική Ψυχολόγος και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Περιστέρι. Είναι απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Κρατικού Πανεπιστημίου του Στρασβούργου (BSc in Psychology) και απόφοιτη του Μεταπτυχιακού Προγράμματος Κλινικής Ψυχολογίας του London Metropolitan University (MSc in Clinical Psychology). Φιλομαθής και με πάθος για τον Κλάδο της Ψυχολογίας, στρεφόμενη προς τον Τομέα της Κλινικής Ψυχολογίας και της Ψυχοθεραπείας, εξειδικεύεται στην Ψυχοδυναμική - Ψυχαναλυτική Ψυχοθεραπεία. Όντας λάτρης της Συνεχιζόμενης Εκπαίδευσης και Επιμόρφωσης, αποκτά σφαιρική γνώση και ενημερώνεται για τα νεότερα δεδομένα, παρακολουθώντας Επιμορφωτικά Σεμινάρια και Συνέδρια που αφορούν τους τομείς της Ιατρικής, της Ψυχοπαθολογίας και ποικίλων Ψυχικών Διαταραχών.

Τέλος, έχοντας κάνει δύο (2) Ποιοτικές Ερευνητικές Μελέτες κατα την διάρκεια των σπουδών της που αφορούσαν τα παρακάτω περιστατικά, εξειδικεύεται στην υποστήριξη των ατόμων με Καρδιαγγειακά Προβλήματα, Χρόνιες Παθήσεις, καθώς και σε άτομα με Ιδεοψυχαναγκαστική Διαταραχή (OCD), Διπολική Διαταραχή, Κατάθλιψη, Αγχώδης Διαταραχή, Κρίσεις Πανικού, Εξαρτήσεις, Σεξουαλικές Διαταραχές και Ψυχοσωματικά Συμπτώματα.

Vasilou Georgia is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains private practices in Peristeri and Kifisia. She studied Psychology at Manchester Metropolitan University and holds a Master's Degree specializing in Developmental Psychology from the University of Lancaster. Additionally, she is specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy through the Society for Cognitive and Behavioral Studies. She has significant experience, having worked as a Psychologist in Parenting Schools, providing Psychotherapy to children and adolescents, as well as parental counseling. She has also worked as a Psychologist - Special Educator at the "Development of Speech and Learning" center, within the Research Services at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, and provided Psychosocial Support to Unemployed Individuals at the Municipality of Peristeri. Finally, the Psychologist specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Anxiety Disorders, and Depression.

Είμαι η Ευαγγελία Κουτσούμπα MSc, Κλινική Ψυχολόγος – Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, με άδεια ασκήσεως επαγγέλματος. Διατηρώ ιδιωτικό γραφείο στον Πειραιά και είμαι ένα από τα ιδρυτικά μέλη του κέντρου ψυχοθεραπείας “Δια Ψυχής” στην Αθήνα.

Σπούδασα Ψυχολογία στο Πανεπιστήμιο του Κάντερμπερι (University of Canterbury) και ολοκλήρωσα το μεταπτυχιακό μου στην Κλινική Ψυχολογία στο Πανεπιστήμιο του Έσσεξ (University of Essex). Κατά τη διάρκεια της εκπαίδευσής μου, πραγματοποίησα πρακτική άσκηση στο Δρομοκαΐτειο καθώς και σε Κέντρο Ψυχικής Υγείας για Παιδιά και Εφήβους.

Είμαι Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, έχοντας ολοκληρώσει το τετραετές πρόγραμμα ειδίκευσης στη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία στο Κέντρο Εφαρμοσμένης Ψυχοθεραπείας & Συμβουλευτικής. Παράλληλα, έχω παρακολουθήσει το Εκπαιδευτικό Πρόγραμμα στη Συμβουλευτική LGBTQIA2+ Ατόμων από το πιστοποιημένο Ινστιτούτο Εκπαίδευσης της Διεθνούς Ένωσης Συμβουλευτικής “περί Ψυχής”, καθώς και το πρόγραμμα «Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφοριστική Θεραπεία: Θεωρία και Κλινική Πράξη» του ΕΚΠΑ.

Συμμετείχα ως ομιλήτρια στο 5ο Πανελλήνιο Ιατρικό Συνέδριο Ψυχοσωματικής Ιατρικής (Ναύπλιο, 21-23 Οκτωβρίου 2022), παρουσιάζοντας την «Ψυχοθεραπευτική αντιμετώπιση των αγχωδών διαταραχών συνεπεία του COVID-19».

Στην ψυχοθεραπευτική μου πρακτική αντιμετωπίζω αγχώδεις διαταραχές, προβλήματα διαπροσωπικών σχέσεων, χαμηλή αυτοεκτίμηση, τραύμα, ψυχοσωματικά συμπτώματα, διαχείριση θυμού, ενδοοικογενειακή βία, ενδυνάμωση LGBTQI+ ατόμων, συναισθηματικές διαταραχές και ψυχώσεις.

Εστιάζω στη δημιουργία ενός ασφαλούς και υποστηρικτικού χώρου, όπου οι άνθρωποι μπορούν να εξερευνήσουν τα συναισθήματά τους, να αναγνωρίσουν τις ανάγκες τους και να καλλιεργήσουν μια υγιή και αυθεντική έκφραση του εαυτού τους, ανεξαρτήτως ηλικίας ή προσωπικής ιστορίας.

Ο Κωνσταντίνος Καπρουσιούτης είναι Ψυχολόγος- Συνθετικός Ψυχοθεραπευτής και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Περιστέρι. Ολοκλήρωσε τις προπτυχιακές του σπουδές στο Τμήμα Ψυχολογίας του Πανεπιστημίου Κρήτης (B.Sc.). Στη συνέχεια πραγματοποίησε Μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές στο Πανεπιστήμιο του Derby, αποκτώντας MSc στη Συνθετική Συμβουλευτική και Ψυχοθεραπεία, με ερευνητικό ενδιαφέρον που εστίασε στη σχέση ανάμεσα στην παχυσαρκία και την ψυχοθεραπεία μέσα από την εμπειρία των ίδιων των θεραπευτών.Παράλληλα, απέκτησε δεύτερο μεταπτυχιακό τίτλο (MSc) στη Σχολική Ψυχολογία από το Πανεπιστήμιο Λευκωσίας, όπου εξειδικεύτηκε στην αξιολόγηση, διάγνωση και υποστήριξη μαθητών στο σχολικό πλαίσιο, καθώς και στην υποστήριξη του οικογενειακού περιβάλλοντος.Αυτή την περίοδο εργάζεται ως ψυχολόγος στο Υπουργείο Παιδείας, Θρησκευμάτων και Αθλητισμού (ΚΕ.Δ.Α.Σ.Υ.), παρέχοντας υπηρεσίες αξιολόγησης, διάγνωσης και υποστήριξης στον μαθητικό πληθυσμό, καθώς και συμβουλευτική σε γονείς. Παράλληλα, συνεργάζεται με κέντρα ειδικών θεραπειών, παρέχοντας υπηρεσίες συμβουλευτικής σε γονείς και εφήβους.

Επιπλέον, συνεργάζεται με την Ε.Ψ.Υ.ΘΕ. (Εταιρεία Ψυχολογικής Υποστήριξης και Θεραπείας) ως εισηγητής σε θεματικές ενότητες, όπως οι αγχώδεις διαταραχές και οι θεωρίες προσωπικότητας, ενώ παράλληλα δραστηριοποιείται ως επόπτης στην πρακτική άσκηση σπουδαστών.Έχει επίσης μετεκπαιδευτεί στην Κλινική Ψυχοπαθολογία στην Α’ Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών (Αιγινήτειο Νοσοκομείο), καθώς και στην Ειδική Αγωγή και Εκπαίδευση στο Κ.Ε.ΔΕ.ΒΙ.Μ. του Πανεπιστημίου Μακεδονίας.Έχει συμμετάσχει στην ελληνική στάθμιση του ψυχομετρικού εργαλείου RAVEN'S Educational CPM/CVS, καθώς και με παρουσιάσεις σε διεθνή και πανελλήνια επιστημονικά συνέδρια ψυχολογίας και ψυχιατρικής.Τα βασικά επιστημονικά του ενδιαφέροντα περιλαμβάνουν την ψυχοθεραπευτική προσέγγιση της παχυσαρκίας, τη συμβουλευτική γονέων, τη διαταραχή άγχους αποχωρισμού, καθώς και τη διάγνωση και υποστήριξη παιδιών με αναπτυξιακές διαταραχές.Στο παρελθόν έχει εργαστεί στο ΚΕΘΕΑ (Κέντρο Θεραπείας Εξαρτημένων Ατόμων), όπου ανέλαβε την έναρξη και λειτουργία του Πολυδύναμου Κέντρου Καλύμνου. Εκεί παρείχε υπηρεσίες συμβουλευτικής, κινητοποίησης και θεραπείας σε άτομα με εξαρτήσεις, καθώς και υποστήριξη προς τις οικογένειές τους, ενώ παράλληλα οργάνωσε και υπήρξε εισηγητής σε Σχολές Γονέων. Επιπλέον, έχει εργαστεί στον Διεθνή Οργανισμό Μετανάστευσης (ΔΟΜ), παρέχοντας συμβουλευτική υποστήριξη σε ασυνόδευτους ανήλικους.

Rodokanakis Manolis is a Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Piraeus. He is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete and holds a master's degree in Counseling from the University of Edinburgh. He specializes in the treatment of acute anxiety cases and provides solutions for interpersonal relationship issues as well as cases of emotional difficulties. Finally, Mr. Rodokanakis is a member of the British Psychological Society and actively participates in nationwide conferences and counseling psychology seminars.

Antonopoulos Panagiotis is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Agioi Anargyroi. He holds a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Indianapolis, USA, and completed his undergraduate studies in the Department of Psychology at Panteion University. Additionally, he attended a two-year postgraduate seminar on Clinical Psychopathology at the First Psychiatric Clinic of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, as well as postgraduate seminar cycles at Aiginiteio Hospital. He possesses valuable professional experience, having worked in Psychiatric Clinics of numerous hospitals, including the General Hospital of Nea Ionia "Agia Olga" and the "Korgialeneio-Benakeio." Besides his private practice, he collaborates with Psychocare Athens, where he specializes in Adult Counseling, and concurrently serves as an English language instructor at the G. Kavallakis Foreign Language Centers in Agioi Anargyroi. Finally, he has participated in numerous seminars and conferences that have equipped him with the appropriate knowledge in the field of Psychotherapy, and he has also been a speaker and presenter at seminars related to his field.

Inner Balance Analyti Aleksandra Kai Synergates is a facility offering counseling therapy for individuals, couples, and families. The scientific director of the office is the Mental Health Counselor - Family Counselor Inner Balance Analyti Aleksandra. She is a certified Mental Health Counselor and has completed studies in Counseling and Couples and Family Therapy at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.

Paulos Papadolias is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist licensed to practice by the Athens Prefecture and maintains a private practice in Ilioupoli. He holds a degree from Neapolis University Pafos and is a postgraduate student in the Clinical Psychology Department at the University of Essex. He has extensive professional experience conducting sessions with adults and children. Additionally, he has attended numerous training seminars on interpersonal relationships, psychological trauma, anxiety management, depression, and grief counseling. Consultations are available by appointment at his office. Online sessions are also offered.

Mparmpakou Katerina is a Psychotherapist - Group Analyst and maintains a private practice in Peristeri. She holds a degree in Psychology from Derre College and subsequently pursued postgraduate studies in the UK specializing in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), in which she holds expertise. Since then, she has attended numerous conferences and seminars both in Greece and abroad to ensure continuous professional development and education in her field. Her excellent counseling, communication, and skills have been developed through personal experience in various and particularly demanding environments throughout her extensive career. Finally, as a Mental Health Counselor, she is driven by an inherent motivation to help those in need of assistance and support.

Karakosta Arianna is a Psychotherapist trained in the Systemic-Family approach at the Athens Center for Human Education. In her clinical practice, she provides individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults with anxiety and emotional difficulties, identity issues, as well as couples therapy and parental counseling. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Vassar College in the United States and her Master of Science degree in Social Psychology from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in the United Kingdom. Since 1996, she has been teaching Psychology in the International Baccalaureate program at the Athens College and other schools, possessing extensive experience in supporting adolescents and coordinating empowerment groups. Concurrently, she has practical experience from the Nea Irakleio Medical-Pedagogical Center in the psychological and learning assessment of children and adolescents. She consistently follows developments in her field by participating in educational seminars and conferences organized by the Hellenic Society of Psychoanalysis (HSP), Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Association (PPAA), the Galinos Institute of Mental Health, and Deree College. She conducts psychotherapy sessions in both Greek and English, offering a safe and supportive space for exploring the self, relationships, and personal identity, with respect for the uniqueness of each individual.

George Kalampakas is a Psychologist with a BSc in Psychology from a recognized university in Italy and an MSc in Systemic Psychotherapy from the United Kingdom. His practical training at the elder care facility AKTIOS enhanced his experience in psychological support for adults and families. He works with individuals, couples, and families who seek to understand their relationships, manage difficulties, and improve communication and connection. His approach is tailored to the needs of each person or system, promotes resilience, self-awareness, and care, within a safe, collaborative space.

Anita Prodromou, always respecting the uniqueness of each individual, is a PhD candidate at the University of Essex in the United Kingdom. She is a Psychologist and has been operating a private practice in Piraeus (near the train and metro station) since 2012. She is a member of the SEPS, BPS, and BACP. She holds a degree in Integrative Counselling with a specialization in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Essex. Additionally, she holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and Counselling from the University of Derby. She is also certified by the BPS as a supervisor of psychology students and professionals. Her approach is Integrative Counselling, incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as well as Person-Centered Therapy, always respecting the individual. The focus of the therapeutic process depends on each unique case. Following the initial assessment session, the most appropriate therapeutic approach is selected based on evidence-based research as the most effective method for each individual. Sessions are available for adults, adolescents, young adults, children, families, and couples.

Maria Mpoutsali is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist, licensed to practice and maintains a private practice in Metamorfosi. She conducts both in-person and online sessions. She provides psychotherapeutic services to adults, children, adolescents, and parents. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at the University of Crete and a postgraduate degree in "Clinical Interventions in Addictions" from the same university. Additionally, she has specialized in "Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Adults" at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling (K.E.PSY.SY.), while also receiving further training in "Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)" at the Society of Cognitive Behavioral Studies, as well as in coordinating Parent School Groups and Adolescent Groups, at the Panhellenic Association of Parent Schools. She completed her postgraduate internship at the OKANA Adolescent Unit - "Atrapos," and has volunteered her services at the Association of Parents, Guardians, and Friends of Individuals with Autism in Rethymno. Throughout her professional career, she has worked as a Psychotherapist in the Social Service of the Municipality of Ilion and as an escort at the Camp Program of the Panhellenic Federation of Associations of Parents and Guardians of Persons with Disabilities (P.O.S.G.K.A.meA.). To this day, she collaborates with Centers for Special Therapies in Attica, where she conducts individual psychotherapy sessions for children and adolescents, as well as parent counseling sessions. Within the framework of her ongoing education and training, she has participated in scientific conferences and specialized seminars focusing on psychological research and innovative therapeutic approaches.

Ellina Anna Maria is a Mental Health Counselor and conducts online sessions. The specialist is a trained professional in Psychological Support, holding a Higher Professional Diploma in Psychology and Counseling from Mediterranean Professional Studies. In her private practice, she offers online sessions for individuals who wish to develop a better understanding of themselves, manage emotional difficulties, and improve their interpersonal relationships, with respect, empathy, and authenticity. The online sessions are aimed at individuals who want to better understand themselves, manage challenging thoughts and emotions, and enhance their relationship with themselves and others. Often, the work focuses on issues such as anxiety, difficulties in interpersonal relationships, panic attacks, low self-esteem, and the need for personal development. Each individual is approached with respect, authenticity, and empathy, aiming to create a safe and supportive space where they can express themselves freely and without fear of judgment.

Pantazi Ntepi is a Person-Centered Psychotherapist and in her private practice in Ilion, she offers individual psychotherapy sessions, while also assisting professionals in developing their skills through personalized guidance. Combining knowledge from the fields of psychotherapy, sociology, and forensic investigation, she supports individuals and organizations in managing challenges, making decisions, and creating meaningful changes. Her approach is based on safety, authenticity, and empowerment. She believes that therapy, as well as professional development, is a space of exploration where vulnerability and self-awareness lead to a deeper understanding of the self and reconciliation with every aspect of it.

Mamo Xrysovalanto - Eirini is a Psychologist specializing in Clinical Psychology and Counseling, holding a Master of Science (MSc) degree from the University of Derby, as well as a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Applied Psychology. Her experience includes professional and voluntary work across a wide range of psychological needs and interventions. She has collaborated with organizations such as the Hellenic Network of European Women, IASIS, and Ithaca Laundry, providing counseling sessions and contributing to programs that promote social inclusion and psychological well-being. Additionally, she actively participates in continuous education, currently undergoing a four-year training program in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). In the past, she has completed specialized training programs in Psychodynamic Therapy, Systemic Counseling, and Counseling Psychotherapy. She has an extensive research portfolio, with publications exploring topics such as "emotional nourishment," attachment, mental disorders, and innovative psychological interventions.

Pasxalidis Theodoros is a Clinical Psychologist specializing in anxiety, panic attacks, and overthinking, as well as learning and school-related difficulties. He assists individuals experiencing continuous stress, pressure, or difficulty calming their minds to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and acquire practical tools for daily life. Additionally, he supports cases involving low self-esteem, interpersonal relationship challenges, professional stress, and school-related issues, approaching each person with respect and aiming for meaningful change. Acknowledging that one is not invincible or omnipotent and taking the step to speak with a psychologist is not a sign of weakness but an act of strength and honesty towards oneself.