Mental Health and Counseling results near Platia Mavili

Psarogianni Foteini is an Analytical Psychotherapist - Group Analyst and maintains private practices in Ano Patisia and Ilisia. She is a graduate of the Department of Philosophy - Pedagogy - Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and holds a master's degree titled "Counseling and Psychotherapy" from the University of East London. She attended the postgraduate seminar in Clinical Psychopathology "Panagiotis Oulis" at Aeginiteio Hospital. She successfully completed training in group analysis at the Foulkes Institute of Group Analysis. Since 2015, she has been volunteering at the social solidarity network "Synypaxi," where she provides psychological support to individuals experiencing financial difficulties. Her active participation in "Synypaxi" offers her the opportunity to engage with extensive clinical material, many colleagues, and diverse perspectives. She practices privately, both individually and with groups, as an analytical psychotherapist and group analyst.

Mauroleon Anthi is a Clinical Psychologist - Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Zografou. She holds a Psychology degree (BSc) and has completed a two-year clinical psychology program at the University of Essex. She has been trained at the Hellenic Society of Psychoanalytic Group Psychotherapy (EESPSO) and has completed the Interdepartmental University Clinical Postgraduate Program in Group Dynamics in Psychiatric Settings at the Department of Psychology, Faculty of Philosophy, University of Athens, and the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of the University of Athens. She participated as a co-author in the scientific book "Psychotherapeutic Intervention" with Honorary Professor Grigorios Potamianos of Panteion University. She has worked in London in the private sector with elderly psychiatric patients and completed her clinical practice at the Metaxas Anticancer Hospital in Piraeus. Additionally, she works with patients who have suffered sexual abuse or other forms of violations.

Elena Vrettakou MSc is a Clinical Psychologist, graduate of Panteion University of Athens, and maintains a private practice in Ampelokipoi. Concurrently, she works in programs focused on the development and empowerment of interdisciplinary and supportive structures. She has undergone postgraduate training in Educational Psychology and subsequently specialized in Psychotherapy (MSc) at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Since 2010, she has worked in various mental health and educational settings, providing support to adults, adolescents, children, as well as LGBTQ+ individuals. Furthermore, she actively participates in numerous advanced trainings related to clinical psychopathology, psychoanalytic theory, and practice. In her private practice, she applies a psychodynamic approach, focusing on the unconscious processes governing the psyche and aiming not only at symptom elimination but also at in-depth understanding and care of the self.

Patera Aliki is a psychologist and psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Ilisia. She has extensive experience in psychological support and psychotherapy for adults, children, and adolescents, as well as in parental counseling. Since 2013, she has been working at the Child and Adolescent Service of the Community Mental Health Center of Vyronas – Kaisariani (1st Psychiatric Clinic, Aeginiteio Hospital), where she is a member of the interdisciplinary team involved in clinical, diagnostic, and research activities. She also participates in community prevention and awareness initiatives and educational programs.

She graduated from the Department of Psychology (Faculty of Philosophy, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens) and holds a postgraduate degree in "Mental Health Promotion and Prevention of Psychiatric Disorders" (Medical School, NKUA). She has received further training in Clinical Psychopathology (annual seminar "Panagiotis Oulis," 1st Psychiatric Clinic NKUA) and has attended a series of specialized seminars and conferences at recognized institutions. Indicatively, she has deepened her expertise in topics such as parenting and mental health, psychiatry and gender identity in adolescence, adolescent romantic relationships, as well as anxiety symptoms and impulsive behaviors.

Previously, she worked (2010–2012) in the Adult Short-Term Hospitalization Unit of Aeginiteio Hospital, where she provided psychotherapeutic support to hospitalized patients.

She is a member of the Panhellenic Association of Hospital Psychologists and the Hellenic Society of the New Lacanian School, while also participating in the educational program of the Academy of Clinical Studies of Athens (ACSA). Additionally, she teaches and supervises undergraduate and postgraduate psychology students.

In her private practice, she provides psycho-emotional assessment and psychotherapy, either short-term or long-term, tailored to the uniqueness and specific needs of each client.

Venizelea Amalia is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist maintaining a private practice in Ilisia. She is a graduate of Psychology from Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences and holds a postgraduate degree in Clinical Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She also specialized in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy for Adults, Children, and Adolescents at the Institute of Research and Behavioral Therapy. She has clinical experience having worked as a Psychologist at Aeginiteio Hospital as well as at the Day Center of the Regional Development and Mental Health Company. Additionally, she worked as a Psychologist - Psychotherapist at the Vyronas - Kaisariani Community Mental Health Center, specifically in the Adult Department, in the Children and Adolescents Unit of the Peristeri Mental Health Center, and in the Adult Therapy Department of the Institute of Research and Behavioral Therapy. Finally, since 2021, she has been working as a Psychologist-Psychotherapist in the Endocrinology Unit of the University of Athens. In her office, she manages cases across the full spectrum of psychology and specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focusing on interpersonal relationships and anxiety and mood disorders.

Papanikolaou Natalia is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Ilisia. She holds a professional license with protocol number 1771 / 20-02-2019. She is a graduate of the Psychology Department of Panteion University and an honors graduate of a postgraduate diploma from the Medical Department of Athens, as well as a second postgraduate diploma from the Pedagogical Department of Athens, where she was admitted with a full scholarship. She has completed a four-year specialization program in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at the Society of Cognitive and Behavioral Studies (EISS), certified by the EABCT. Additionally, she has been trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and has completed a training program in Clinical Psychopathology within the framework of the program at the First Psychiatric Clinic of the University of Athens. Furthermore, she has received certification for the Ariston Test – a career orientation tool. Her special interests include anxiety and depressive disorders, relationship counseling, self-image, and personality disorders. Currently, she works as a school psychologist as well as privately, conducting sessions with adults, children, and adolescents, including online sessions. Sessions are conducted in Greek and English.

Mr. Fanourakis Dimitris is a Mental Health Counselor - Psychotherapist, specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy and maintains a private practice in Ampelokipoi (near the metro station). He holds certification with full training in a synthetic approach (Counselling and Psychotherapy) from the Athens Synthesis Center. He has completed postgraduate training in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy with a diploma from the European University, and additional training in Gestalt therapy (empty chair technique) at the Unity Energetics Institute. Additionally, he is an active member of the Hellenic Society of Synthetic Counseling and Psychotherapy (E.E.S.S.Ps). He has attended and continues to participate in advanced training sessions in the analytical psychodynamic approach of Carl G Jung. Mr. Fanourakis supports his clients with dignity and respect for the uniqueness of each individual, while he himself engages in experiential and academic training with continuous supervision of all cases he undertakes in his practice. In the current era, as demands increase and daily life becomes increasingly complex, more and more individuals find themselves needing to explore deeper emotions and justify unconscious motives and behaviors that trouble them; in this effort, the professional therapist serves as a companion. The protective framework created with empathy and trust enables the client to cope with and become aware of their fears and anxieties. As a result, by speaking with a healthcare professional using combined therapeutic approaches, new representations are formed, granting the capacity to receive help and alleviate the psychological symptoms that trouble them, improving quality of life with new values and perspectives...

Η κα. Μίχα Ελένη είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, κάτοχος νόμιμης άδειας ασκήσεως επαγγέλματος και διατηρεί το ιδιωτικό της γραφείο στους Αμπελοκήπους. Είναι απόφοιτη Ψυχολογίας από το University of East London με Μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές στην Κλινική Γνωστική Νευροψυχολογία από το κρατικό πανεπιστήμιο του Στρασβούργου της Γαλλίας. Ψυχοθεραπευτικά, εξειδικεύεται στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Ψυχοθεραπεία, κατέχοντας Δίπλωμα από το Κέντρο Εφαρμοσμένης Ψυχοθεραπείας και Συμβουλευτικής. Παράλληλα, έχει παρακολουθήσει μετεκπαιδευτικό πρόγραμμα του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών με αντικείμενο τις Διαταραχές Προσωπικότητας Cluster B, με στόχο την εμβάθυνση στην κατανόηση και θεραπευτική προσέγγιση πιο σύνθετων ψυχοδυναμικών δομών. Αναλαμβάνει ατομικές συνεδριες ενηλίκων και εφήβων, καθώς και θεραπεία ζεύγους. Παρέχει τη δυνατότητα και για διαδικτυακά ραντεβού, εξυπηρετώντας άτομα που κατοικούν στο εξωτερικό / στην επαρχία, ή άτομα με μη ευέλικτα ωράρια εργασίας και καθημερινών υποχρεώσεων. Καθώς η δεύτερη μητρική της γλώσσα είναι τα αγγλικά, παρέχει τις υπηρεσίες της και σε ξενόγλωσσα άτομα. Έχει εμπλουτίσει την εμπειρία της ως εκπαιδευόμενη νευροψυχολόγος σε δομές, όπως κέντρο μνήμης και αποκατάστασης ασθενών με άνοια και ινστιτούτο Νευροψυχολογικής αξιολόγησης παρέμβασης και έρευνας παιδιών και εφήβων. Επι του παρόντος, συνεχίζει την πρακτική της άσκηση ως νευροψυχολόγος στο Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Αθηνών Ευαγγελισμός, στο οποίο συμμετάσχει στη διεξαγωγή ερευνητικών πρωτοκόλλων. Συνεργάζεται με την ελληνική αεροπορική εταιρία Bluebird airways, ως εταιρική Ψυχολόγος. Εργάζεται ως εισηγήτρια μαθημάτων ψυχολογίας στο προπτυχιακό πρόγραμμα σπουδών Ψυχολογίας του City Unity College και στο Κέντρο Εφαρμοσμένης Ψυχοθεραπείας και Συμβουλευτικής. Παράλληλα, συμμετέχει ως ομιλήτρια σε σεμινάρια και ενημερωτικές δράσεις σε συνεργασία με εταιρείες και οργανισμούς, με θεματολογία που συνδέει την ψυχική υγεία με ζητήματα σωματικής υγείας, όπως ο καρκίνος του μαστού και η εμμηνόπαυση.

Τέλος, παρέχει τις υπηρεσίες της εθελοντικά σε γραμμές ψυχολογικής υποστήριξης. Είναι εξωτερικός συνεργάτης της ιστοσελίδας Psychologynow, για την οποία έχει επιμεληθεί άρθρα που πραγματεύονται θεματικές σχετικά με την ψυχική υγεία. Το ενδιαφέρον της για την επιστήμη της Ψυχολογίας αντανακλάται μέσα από τη συνεχή επιμόρφωσή της, την παρακολούθηση ομιλιών και σεμιναρίων, αλλά και την ενεργή συμμετοχή της σε project που προάγουν την επιμόρφωση και την ευαισθητοποίηση όσον αφορά τον εγκέφαλο, όπως το Brain awareness week υπό την αιγίδα της Ελληνικής Νευροψυχολογικής Εταιρίας και του Dana foundation. Είναι μέλος της Ελληνικής Νευροψυχολογικής Εταιρίας (ΕΝΨΕ).

Antonis Tsourounakis, MSc, is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist (Integrative Psychotherapy & Counseling) and maintains his private practice in Chania and Ilisia. As a psychologist, he believes that every individual has something unique to express or perceive in a given situation. Therefore, each person’s perception of the world is different. His duty is to listen to the perspectives of the people who visit him, no matter how much they differ from his own, and to collaboratively give meaning to their reality, identify the strengths and interactions within it, and consequently make the individual's daily life more functional, sustainable, and pleasant. This process is not magic, but it is magical and certainly not a compulsory task, but rather a healthy collaboration. Therefore, offer yourself this gift, whenever you feel that the time is right. Mr. Tsourounakis is a graduate of the University of Athens, Department of Psychology, with a degree grade of 8.4/10 and postgraduate education in Integrative Psychotherapy and Counseling. He has worked in structures for persons with disabilities of the Ministry of Health (2020-2021) and in the Family Therapy Unit (2018-2020), a branch of the Psychiatric Hospital of Athens. Furthermore, he has served as a trainee Psychologist at the General Air Force Hospital (2021-2022), as well as in other mental health-related institutions. Between 2014-2018, he was a member of the NGO E.K.KLI.PSY., an organization primarily engaged in clinical research work. Lastly, he is a member of the Greek Actors Association, where he has been volunteering his services to this day. For any information, please contact him by phone, email, or directly via personal message.

Varna Eleni is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Zografou. She studied Psychology at the University of Surrey and holds a master’s degree in Health Psychology from University College London. Subsequently, she specialized in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at Aeginiteio Hospital, at the Research University Institute of Mental Health, thereby shaping her psychotherapeutic approach and acquiring theoretical training and clinical experience. She gained further experience by completing her internship at the Hellenic Bipolar Organization. Concurrently, she has volunteered in psychological support and social assistance services via telephone. Subsequently, she collaborated with mental health facilities, acquiring experience with adults on the autism spectrum. In private practice, she focuses on counseling and psychotherapy for adults. Finally, she specializes in anxiety and mood disorders as well as psychosomatic symptoms.

Maria Kyriakidi is a Psychologist MSc, licensed to practice and a certified Psychotherapist in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, primarily operating in central Athens. Her first degree was in the Department of History and Philosophy of Science at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Utilizing interdisciplinary thinking to understand human behavior and learning, she realized her interest focuses on the ways people perceive, feel, learn, and interact. This pursuit led her to dedicate herself to studies in the field of Psychology. She graduated with honors from the University of East London and completed the Master's Program in "Mental Health of Children and Adolescents" at the European University of Cyprus. She has completed an internship at the Pediatric Medical Center of Pallini at Sismanogleio General Hospital of Athens and volunteered at the Shelter for Unaccompanied Minor Refugees "Estia" of the NGO Apostoli. She has undergone further training in the Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapeutic approach at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling (K.E.PSY.SY.) working with adults, children, and adolescents. Additionally, she has completed basic training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) from the Society of Cognitive Behavioral Studies (EGSS). She maintains a private practice in the Ilisia area of Athens, providing psychological support, psychotherapy, and counseling individually to adults, children, and adolescents both in-person and remotely, depending on the availability of the client. Since November 2025, she has been a psychologist at the 2nd KEDASY B' Athens, conducting assessment and support for students.

Lestou Vaia is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Ilisia. She graduated with honors from the University of Glasgow in Scotland with a degree in Psychology. During her career, she has worked in the Psychology departments of NYC, the University of Glasgow, and the University of Birmingham. She completed her doctoral thesis on a scholarship, and her training includes a four-year education in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at IETHS (Institute for Behavioral Research and Therapy), where she also obtained her specialization. There, she worked in therapy departments, providing services to adults, children, and adolescents. Finally, she is the author of numerous academic publications, highlighting the breadth of knowledge she has acquired from her many years of involvement in the field of psychology.

Maria Therianou is a certified clinical psychologist-psychotherapist with offices in Ambelokipi and Ilioupoli, offering specialized counseling and psychotherapy services. She supports individuals facing interpersonal difficulties, anxiety, stress, depression, and grief, while also helping people discover their personal meaning in life.

She has been trained at the Psychosomatic Clinic of the Aeginiteio Hospital, completed postgraduate studies in Clinical Psychology in Groningen, and specialized in Systemic Family Psychotherapy at "Logo Psyhis," where she focused on therapy for individuals, families, and couples. In addition to individual sessions, she coordinates psychotherapy groups focused on self-awareness, providing participants the opportunity to explore deeper aspects of themselves.

Simultaneously, she offers mental health seminars for companies, contributing to the psychological well-being of employees, and undertakes crisis intervention, providing immediate support in challenging situations. With scientific training, a holistic approach, and a compassionate perspective, she creates a safe therapeutic environment, helping each individual take the next step towards balance and growth.

At the Ambelokipi office, she collaborates with a specialized child psychologist who provides parental empowerment and parent counseling, offering guidance and practical solutions on issues of upbringing, communication, and family relationships. Through a personalized and supportive approach, she strengthens the parent-child connection, promoting a stable and healthy emotional environment.

Karydas Xristos, MSc is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in the Megaro Mousikis area. He graduated from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences and holds a Master's Degree in "Promotion of Mental Health – Prevention of Psychiatric Disorders" from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA). Simultaneously, he is completing his clinical specialization in Cognitive–Behavioral Therapy. He works as a psychologist at the Reception and Solidarity Center of the Municipality of Athens and at the Therapy Express Mental Health Day Center in Neo Psychiko. Previously, he has worked in Primary Education, as well as in speech therapy and special treatment centers, and was a general partner of the company Psychintherapy. His professional experience includes collaborations with mental health organizations such as the Psychogeriatric Society "Nestor," the Penteli Psychosocial Rehabilitation Hostel, the Agia Paraskevi Day Center of E.P.A.PSY., the Attikon University General Hospital, the Municipality of Ilioupoli, and the Aeginiteio Hospital (Athena Program).

Η Γκίκα Αθανασία είναι Ψυχολόγος με εξειδίκευση στην Κλινική Νευροψυχολογία και τη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία (CBT), διατηρώντας ενεργή παρουσία στον τομέα της ψυχικής υγείας μέσω της κλινικής της εμπειρίας και της συνεχιζόμενης εκπαίδευσής της.

Η ψυχοθεραπεία είναι μια διαδικασία κατανόησης, αποδοχής και αλλαγής — μια ευκαιρία να γνωρίσουμε τον εαυτό μας και να ανακουφιστούμε από το βάρος που συχνά κουβαλάμε σιωπηλά.

Εργάζομαι με ανθρώπους που βιώνουν άγχος, καταθλιπτική διάθεση, δυσκολίες στις σχέσεις ή περιόδους εσωτερικής σύγχυσης, βοηθώντας τους να βρουν ξανά ισορροπία και νόημα στην καθημερινότητά τους.

Ως Ψυχολόγος με εξειδίκευση στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία (CBT) και την Κλινική Νευροψυχολογία, συνδυάζω επιστημονικά τεκμηριωμένες προσεγγίσεις με μια ουσιώδη και ζεστή στάση. Μαζί μπορούμε να δουλέψουμε πάνω σε μοτίβα σκέψης και συμπεριφοράς που σας κρατούν πίσω, να διαχειριστούμε το άγχος, να μειώσουμε τα συμπτώματα της κατάθλιψης και να ενισχύσουμε την αυτοεκτίμηση και την ψυχική ανθεκτικότητα.

Παρέχω ατομικές συνεδρίες ενηλίκων και εφήβων, τόσο δια ζώσης όσο και διαδικτυακά, με σεβασμό στον προσωπικό ρυθμό και τις ανάγκες του κάθε ανθρώπου.

Στόχος μου είναι η δημιουργία ενός ασφαλούς θεραπευτικού χώρου, όπου μπορείτε να εκφραστείτε ελεύθερα, να κατανοήσετε βαθύτερα τον εαυτό σας και να αρχίσετε σταδιακά να αλλάζετε ό,τι σας δυσκολεύει.

Η επιστημονική μου εκπαίδευση περιλαμβάνει Πτυχίο Ψυχολογίας και Μεταπτυχιακό στην Κλινική Νευροψυχολογία, καθώς και συνεχιζόμενη εκπαίδευση στην Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική θεραπεία και την Ψυχοδυναμική Ψυχοθεραπεία.

Έχω συνεργαστεί με σημαντικούς οργανισμούς, όπως ο “Ευαγγελισμός” και ο “Άκτιος Α.Ε.”, αποκτώντας εμπειρία τόσο σε θεραπευτικό όσο και ερευνητικό πλαίσιο.

Αν βρίσκεστε σε μια φάση που νιώθετε πίεση, άγχος ή απώλεια ενδιαφέροντος, ίσως αυτή να είναι η στιγμή να ξεκινήσετε τη δική σας ψυχοθεραπευτική διαδρομή.

Therapyway Psychotherapy Center is a model Mental Health Services Center located in Piraeus and Galatsi. It represents an innovative initiative in the field of mental health, integrating the principles and the most up-to-date data of psychotherapy and NLP tailored to each case. Utilizing the capabilities of its interdisciplinary team, it offers a range of diagnostic and therapeutic services on-site, responding holistically and individually to mental health needs. The areas of specialization include generalized anxiety disorder, anxiety attacks, grief, depression, panic attacks, dilemmas, separation, professional and personal deadlocks, and various others. The center’s interdisciplinary team consists of psychologists, NLP Coaches, and specialized psychotherapists, capable of receiving a request, conducting a comprehensive evaluation, and proposing the appropriate therapeutic approach.