Mental Health and Counseling results in Prefecture of Xanthi

Agathou Marianna is a Psychologist who conducts online sessions via video call. She completed her studies in Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has been trained in Art Therapy at the Psychotherapy and Art Center "Synothisi". Her approach is based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), in which she is being trained while simultaneously completing her specialization in "Bipolar Disorder". She has worked as a Psychologist in Creative Activity Centers for children with disabilities (KIDAP) and has a particular interest in understanding the mechanisms that influence thought, emotions, and behavior. Through her sessions, she focuses on mental health and the development of strategies that can help improve the well-being of each individual. Her work centers on applying scientific knowledge to support people in better understanding and managing the psychological challenges they face.

Maria Malapetsa is a Mental Health Counselor - Systemic Psychotherapist who studied Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and completed postgraduate studies specializing in Social Exclusion at Panteion University. She has been trained in Systemic Therapy at the Athens Center for the Study of Man. She has also attended training programs in mindfulness and compassionate inquiry. With extensive experience in supporting vulnerable groups, counseling, adult education, and a deep understanding of the human psyche, she offers a safe and supportive therapeutic framework based on trust, empathy, and respect. She approaches each client by taking into account relationships, environment, and their unique needs. Recognizing the courage and strength required to embark on the therapeutic journey, her goal is to create a space where the client can explore emotions, needs, values, relationships, goals, and inner strengths.

Dalla Danai is a Psychologist and Clinical Hypnotherapist and maintains a private practice. She is a licensed psychologist and a regular member of the Hellenic Psychological Society.

She completed her studies at the Department of Psychology of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has been trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Clinical Hypnotherapy, an integrated, synthetic, and evidence-based model in Clinical Hypnotherapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Mindfulness, and Ericksonian Hypnotherapy at the Center for Psychotherapy and Modern Applied Psychology (Konstantinos Valavanis). She has attended postgraduate and continuing education seminars in Group-Analytical Psychotherapy, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders DSM-5, Positive Psychology, Guided Imagery, Management of Parental Separation and Divorce, and the practical application of Cognitive-Behavioral Clinical Hypnotherapy in the therapeutic approach to numerous specific issues, among others. Currently, she is attending a continuing education seminar at the University of Athens on Cinema Therapy and a specialized training seminar at the University of Athens on Narrative, Dialogical, and Relational Approaches in Postmodernity in counseling and psychotherapy. She has voluntarily provided psychological services in the Psychosocial Care Team of the "Tunnel of Oppression" of the Non-Profit Organization "EA-Information, Understanding, Acceptance" and completed her practical training at the Afternoon Counseling Station of the KETHEA Diavasi.

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.

Η Λαμπρούση Ράνια είναι MSc  Ψυχολόγος - CBT Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια με άδεια ασκήσεως επαγγέλματος και αφοσιώνεται στη βοήθεια και τη στήριξη εφήβων και ενηλίκων στην ανάπτυξη της ψυχικής τους ευεξίας. Έχοντας αποφοιτήσει από το Τμήμα Ψυχολογίας του Αριστοτελείου Πανεπιστημίου Θεσσαλονίκης συνέχισε τις σπουδές της για να αποκτήσει μεταπτυχιακό τίτλο σπουδών στο «Ποινικό Δίκαιο και Εξαρτήσεις» της Νομικής Σχολής του ίδιου πανεπιστημίου εμβαθύνοντας τις γνώσεις της στις θεραπευτικές μεθόδους αντιμετώπισης των εξαρτήσεων. Στη συνέχεια μετεκπαιδεύτηκε και εξειδικεύτηκε στη Γνωσιακή - Συμπεριφορική Ψυχοθεραπεία (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy – CBT) στο Κέντρο Εφαρμοσμένης Ψυχοθεραπείας και Συμβουλευτικής, η οποία αποτελεί τη θεραπευτική προσέγγιση  που χρησιμοποιεί, ώστε να δομήσει τις συνεδρίες με τους θεραπευόμενούς της.  Από την έναρξη της πορείας της έως και σήμερα φροντίζει διαρκώς να επιμορφώνεται παρακολουθώντας συνέδρια, σεμινάρια και δια βίου εκπαιδευτικά προγράμματα του επιστημονικού κλάδου. Επιπλέον, από το 2017 μέχρι και σήμερα έχει προσφέρει εθελοντικά τις υπηρεσίες της σε διάφορους φορείς όπως: στο Πρόγραμμα Εναλλακτικής Θεραπείας Εξαρτημένων Ατόμων ΑΡΓΩ του Ψυχιατρικού Νοσοκομείου Θεσσαλονίκης, όπου υπήρξε συνσυντονίστρια σε θεραπευτικές ομάδες, στη  Διαδικτυακή πλατφόρμα "Milamou.gr" παρέχοντας ψυχολογική υποστήριξη και εμψύχωση κατά την περίοδο COVID-19 και στο Σύλλογο Οικογενειών για την Ψυχική Υγεία στη Θεσσαλονίκη (Σ.Ο.Ψ.Υ.), όπου υπό την τακτική εποπτεία ψυχιάτρου βοηθούσε στην ανάπτυξη δεξιοτήτων και ψυχοσυναισθηματικής ισορροπίας των ληπτών και παρείχε συμβουλευτική γονέων. Επιπλέον, στα πλαίσια της πρακτικής της άσκησης στο Ψ.Ν.Θ. Παπανικολάου εφάρμοσε πρακτικά ψυχομετρικές δοκιμασίες υπό εποπτεία και συμμετείχε στην ομάδα Συστημικής Οικογενειακής Ψυχοθεραπεία. Δραστηριοποιήθηκε επαγγελματικά σε Κέντρο Φιλοξενίας Ασυνόδευτων Ανηλίκων στην Ηγουμενίτσα, όπου παρείχε ατομικές συνεδρίες σε ευάλωτες πληθυσμιακές ομάδες με στόχο τη διαχείριση συναισθηματικών δυσκολιών, του τραύματος, της απώλειας και του μετατραυματικού στρες. Επόπτευε μεταπτυχιακούς φοιτητές και εθελοντές του Κέντρου και επιμόρφωνε το διεπιστημονικό προσωπικό ως Υπεύθυνη Πολιτικής Παιδικής Προστασίας. Σήμερα, δραστηριοποιείται επαγγελματικά σε Κέντρο Ημέρας για Άτομα με Άνοια (Τ.Ε.Π. Ηγουμενίτσας), όπου αναλαμβάνει τη διάγνωση και αξιολόγηση των γνωστικών λειτουργιών των ατόμων με άνοια παρέχοντας ψυχολογική υποστήριξη, θεραπεία για τις οικογένειες, ομαδική θεραπεία και δραστηριότητες με στόχο την κοινωνική αλληλεπίδραση και την ψυχική διέγερση των ατόμων με άνοια. Παρέχει εκπαίδευση και καθοδήγηση στο προσωπικό του Κέντρου Ημέρας και συμμετέχει στην ανάπτυξη και εφαρμογή προγραμμάτων αποκατάστασης που βοηθούν τα άτομα με άνοια να διατηρήσουν τις δεξιότητές τους και να βελτιώσουν την ποιότητα ζωής τους. Αυτή την περίοδο αρθρογραφεί σε ιστοσελίδα (psychoedu.gr) με στόχο τη ψυχοεκπαίδευση, την προώθηση της ψυχικής υγείας και την αποστιγματοποίηση της ψυχικής ασθένειας και προσφέρει εθελοντικά στο Κέντρο Φιλοξενίας Ασυνόδευτων Ανηλίκων στην Ηγουμενίτσα. Τέλος, είναι ενεργό μέλος του Συλλόγου Ελλήνων Ψυχολόγων (ΣΕΨ).

Tavanli Xrysa Maria is a Psychologist - Systemic Family Psychotherapist and conducts online sessions, including individual, couple, and family therapy. She has extensive experience in both the public and private sectors as a certified Psychologist. She has worked in various settings, including Community Centers, Special Education School Units, and KEDASY (Centers for Differential Diagnosis, Diagnosis, and Support), and currently serves as a School Psychologist at the Ministry of Education. She holds a Psychology degree from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and has completed postgraduate studies in Special Education. Additionally, she has completed a 4-year training program in Systemic Family Therapy. Concurrently, she is continuing her education with postgraduate studies in Gender Studies at the Hellenic Open University. She possesses significant experience in intervention within school, social, and therapeutic contexts, with particular sensitivity to diversity and vulnerable social groups. She approaches individuals’ needs with empathy, systemic thinking, and scientific evidence, emphasizing a collaborative relationship and targeted empowerment.

Katsarou Agni Georgia is a Psychologist (MSc) and Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapist. She works privately, providing online sessions to adults and adolescents, while also collaborating with the Child Protection Unit "The Embrace," where she offers psychological support to children and adolescents through individual sessions, as well as parental counseling.

She studied Psychology at the University of Ioannina and holds a Master's Degree from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, in the Interdisciplinary Program "Applications of Psychology in Health" of the School of Medicine. She has completed a three-year training in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy at K.E.PSY.SY., and is currently training in advanced specialized education in Eating Disorders at KEADD.

As part of her professional training, she completed an internship at the Psychiatric Clinic of the General Hospital of Corfu and subsequently volunteered with the Detoxification Unit of the same hospital. She has participated in activities at the multidisciplinary detoxification center KETHEA Corfu, as well as at AMKE IASIS, an organization providing psychosocial support to vulnerable groups in Athens, taking part in group sessions, interventions, and the operation of interpersonal relations groups.

Simultaneously, she regularly attends seminars and conferences aiming at her continuous scientific development and enhancing the effectiveness of her therapeutic work. She writes articles for psychology magazines and maintains an active interest in research and current scientific advancements. She is a member of the Corfu Psychologists Association.