Psychologists near Kato Toumpa

Tsolakidou Despoina is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and has completed a four-year specialization in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy through the Hellenic Society for Behavioural Research (EEES) – Macedonia Branch, in a program certified by the European Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies (EABCT).

She has worked in mental health facilities such as the Central Sector Thessaloniki Mental Health Center and the "Stirixis" Center in Ermou. Simultaneously, she is active in counseling and mentoring executives and employees, providing support in matters of professional development and psychological empowerment. As a Soft Skills Trainer at skg.education, she designs and implements training programs that help young people and professionals develop their communication, social, and professional skills, facilitating their transition into the labor market.

She has attended numerous specialized seminars on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, counseling, motivational interviewing, among others. Additionally, she has participated as a speaker at conferences on topics of well-being and psychology in the workplace.

She is a member of the Board of Directors of the Hellenic Association Against Moral Harassment and Bullying in the Workplace "No Mobbing at Work," actively contributing to the improvement of working conditions and mental well-being in the professional environment.

Gerantzi Dialekti is a Child Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. She completed her studies in Psychology at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and holds a Master's Degree in Educational Psychology from the University of Nicosia. Additionally, she holds a Master's Degree in Career Guidance and Counseling from the European University Cyprus and a Degree in Primary Education from the University of Western Macedonia. She has extensive professional experience as a Psychologist in public and private institutions, such as KEDASY and private therapy centers.

Nomikou Maria is a Psychologist-Psychotherapist based in Thessaloniki. She studied Psychology at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and completed postgraduate studies in the field of Cognitive Psychology (MSc in Cognitive Psychology and Applications, AUTH). As a Psychotherapist, she has received training in various forms of psychotherapy. She has undergone extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and is a certified member of the EACBT. Additionally, she trained in Bioenergetic Psychotherapy - Clinical Hypnosis and is currently a trainee in Schema Therapy. Furthermore, she has specialized in the administration of the MMPI-2 (Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory) through ISON Psychometrica and has attended numerous professional development seminars. Psychotherapeutically, she works with adults, families, couples, and adolescents in face-to-face sessions or via Skype. Her clinical experience was acquired through employment and volunteer roles in mental health facilities in both the public and private sectors, with additional specialization in dementia and developmental disorders, providing psychological support to children, the elderly, and their family networks.

Silía Petronikolou is a Psychologist licensed to practice and a Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapist. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki with a degree grade of 9.01, and her postgraduate studies focus on Adolescent Medicine (Medical School, A.U.Th.). Simultaneously, she specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at the Hellenic Society for Behavioral Research - Macedonia Branch (EEES), a program certified by the European Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (EABCT). Since 2020, she has been a scientific collaborator at the Laboratory of Medical Physics and Digital Innovation, Department of Medicine, A.U.Th., engaged in both clinical and research activities. Her research interests primarily focus on improving specific aspects of the quality of life of vulnerable population groups through the use of innovative technologies. Recognizing the importance of continuous education and training, she continues to attend trainings, conferences, and seminars related to her field, while also being under ongoing supervision. In her private practice in eastern Thessaloniki, she conducts psychotherapy and counseling sessions for adults and adolescents, both in person and online.

Alkistis Nikoli, MSc is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Thessaloniki. She studied Psychology at the University of Sheffield (Bachelor Degree). She continued her postgraduate studies at the University of Hull, where she completed her Master of Science degree. Her Master's program focused on Clinical Applications of Psychology. Upon returning to Greece, she completed her training at the Hellenic Network of Group Analysts (EDOA) and currently works at the Institute of Psychotherapy and Personal Development (IPSYPA).

Poleni Marina is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. She holds a degree in Psychology from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and has subsequently completed postgraduate studies (MSc) in Counseling Psychology at the University of Thessaly. As part of her ongoing professional development in the field of Psychology, she continuously attends seminars and conferences. She has worked as a Psychologist in various institutions in Athens and Thessaloniki, such as the Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) "Zeuxis" and the Therapeutic Center for Dependent Individuals - KETHEA Strofi. With a focus on continuous training and appropriately responding to the psychological needs of individuals, she has been providing professional support to adults and adolescents since 2019. Consistency, respect, and collaboration are characteristics of her professional identity.

Kalafati Eui is a Psychologist and Systemic Psychotherapist. She studied at the Department of Psychology of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, specializing in Clinical and Cognitive Psychology, and holds a Licensed Psychologist Professional License.

She has specialized in Systemic Psychotherapy through the four-year Training Program at the Center for Systemic Study and Therapy of Thessaloniki - Ke.S.Me.Th.Th. She also specialized in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy and Parent Counseling at the Laboratory of Systemic Ideas, Research and Intervention - Entropy.

Since 2016, she has worked as a Psychologist in International Organizations and Agencies, with experience in both adult and minor populations, particularly in managing and supporting cases of child protection, gender-based violence, victims of human trafficking, etc.

Since January 2023, she has maintained a private practice, where she provides individual, family psychotherapy services as well as couple and child therapy.

Karanika Elli, Clinical Psychologist - Psychotherapist for children, adolescents, and young adults, maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. She studied Educational Sciences (Dipl.-Päd.) at Johann Wolfgang Goethe University in Frankfurt and Psychology (B.Sc.) at Goethe University. She also completed postgraduate studies in Psychology (M.Sc.) at the same university, focusing on Clinical Psychology in the field of Psychoanalysis, and received further training as a Psychotherapist for children, adolescents, and young adults, specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy, at the Rhein Main Seminar training institute. She has extensive clinical experience at the Psychiatric Center and Clinic of Dr. Härtling in Frankfurt and completed her clinical internship in child and adolescent psychiatry at the University Hospital Frankfurt. Additionally, she undertook further clinical training in child and adolescent psychiatry at the General Hospital Hippokration of Thessaloniki.

Psych Edge is a center offering comprehensive mental health services operating both online and in-person in central Thessaloniki and Neoi Epivates. Thoughts, emotions, and behaviors can be very complex. What should not be complex is self-care. The center's specialized Psychologists are trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Integrative Psychotherapy, addressing a wide range of emotional and mental disorders, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, self-esteem enhancement, insomnia, and more. Immediate care is provided adhering to the highest standards of ethics and professionalism, all in one place.

Avraam Euaggelia is a Psychologist, licensed to practice psychology by the Ministry of Public Health and Social Welfare, and maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. She holds a degree from the Psychology Department of the European University Cyprus and a Doctorate from the Department of Media Studies at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She possesses two postgraduate degrees, specifically in Adult Education from the Hellenic Open University and in Information Systems from the University of Macedonia in Thessaloniki. She is certified as a Psychotherapist in Cognitive Analytic Therapy as well as in Solution Focus Therapy. Additionally, she is a scientific collaborator for the psychology website Psychologynow and conducts research at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Finally, she is a member of the Hellenic Society of Cognitive Analytic Psychotherapy.

Η Βατάλη Βασιλική είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στη Θεσσαλονίκη. Είναι απόφοιτη του τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Αριστοτελείου Πανεπιστημίου Θεσσαλονίκης, με μεταπτυχιακή ειδίκευση στην ψυχολογία παιδιών και εφήβων από το πανεπιστήμιο του Leiden στην Ολλανδία. Εκπαιδεύτηκε στην Συστημική και Οικογενειακή Ψυχοθεραπεία στο Ινστιτούτο Συστημικής Προσέγγισης και Οικογενειακής Θεραπείας "Νόες" στην Θεσσαλονίκη. Έχει επίσης εκπαιδευτεί στη συμβουλευτική και ψυχοθεραπεία με LGBT+ άτομα από τον επιστημονικό φορέα Orlando LGBT+ ψυχική υγεία χωρίς στίγμα. Από το 2022, συνεργάζεται ως συντονίστρια εφηβικών ομάδων με την Πρωτοβουλία για την Ψυχική Υγεία Παιδιών και Εφήβων, πρόγραμμα που εντάσσεται στο πλαίσιο της Διεθνούς Πρωτοβουλίας για την Υγεία του Ιδρύματος Σταύρος Νιάρχος. Ως συνεργάτης του Ινστιτούτου Συστημικής Προσέγγισης και Οικογενειακής Θεραπεία "Νόες", εκπαιδεύει νέους ψυχοθεραπευτές στη ψυχοθεραπευτική προσέγγιση της Εστιασμένης στη λύση θεραπεία (Solution Focused Based Therapy). Στο παρελθόν, εργάστηκε για δύο χρόνια στην Μονάδα Υποστήριξης Φοιτητών Ευπαθών Ομάδων του Πανεπιστημίου Δυτικής Μακεδονίας, παρέχοντας σε ατομικό και ομαδικό επίπεδο, υποστήριξη σε φοιτητές και φοιτήτριες του πανεπιστημίου. Συνεργαζόμενη με τον Σύλλογο γονέων παιδιών με νεοπλασματικές ασθένειες ΛΑΜΨΗ, προσέφερε υπηρεσίες ψυχολόγου στα παιδοογκολογικά τμήματα των νοσοκομείων της Θεσσαλονίκης, όπου παρείχε ψυχοκοινωνική στήριξη σε παιδιά με νεοπλασματικές ασθένειες και τις οικογένειές τους. Εργάστηκε ως ψυχολόγος σε σχολικές μονάδες ειδικής αγωγής και έπειτα σε δομές ψυχοκοινωνικής στήριξης του ιδιωτικού τομέα, όπου εργάστηκε με προσφυγικό πληθυσμό. Στα πλαίσια εργασίας της στην ΜΚΟ ΑΡΣΙΣ Θεσσαλονίκης ανέλαβε την εκπαίδευση και εποπτεία φοιτητών του τμήματος Ψυχολογίας κατά την διάρκεια της πρακτικής τους άσκησης, και την εκπαίδευση και ευαισθητοποίηση στα Ανθρώπινα Δικαιώματα με παιδιά και εφήβους δημοσίων σχολείων της πόλης. Τέλος, είναι μέλος της Ευρωπαϊκής Εταιρείας Οικογενειακής Θεραπείας (EFTA).

Angeliki Voulgaroglou is a Clinical Psychologist, holding undergraduate degrees from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and postgraduate studies in Clinical Psychology from Erasmus University of Rotterdam. She is trained in Systemic Psychotherapy and Counseling for individuals, families, couples, and groups, integrating the systemic perspective into her entire clinical practice.

As a therapist, she approaches the individual within the context of their relationships and interactions, emphasizing patterns that shape behavior, emotions, and communication. Her goal is the joint exploration of new ways of connection and understanding within a safe and collaborative therapeutic environment.

She has worked both in specialized therapy centers and hospital settings, with significant experience at the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of Papageorgiou General Hospital. She has expertise in adult psychotherapy, family therapy, couple therapy, parent counseling, as well as therapeutic support for children and adolescents. 

Koutroullis Ioannis is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Thessaloniki since 2022. He holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Derby in England and a postgraduate degree in Counseling and Psychotherapy from the same university. Additionally, he is completing his training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Hellenic Society for Behavioral Research. During his internship at the Multiple Sclerosis Society and the private office "Epilysi," as part of his postgraduate studies, he gained valuable experience. He has attended seminars and trainings on psychopathology topics such as trauma management, anxiety and panic attacks, mood disorders, addictions, grief, and eating disorders. Furthermore, he has delivered seminars on various topics during his training, as well as a lecture on somatic disorders. Mr. Koutroullis, with his experience and scientific specialization, is capable of managing a wide range of cases by tailoring therapy to the needs of each individual.

Trigoni Anastasia is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a degree in Psychology from the University of Essex, UK, and five years of postgraduate training in group psychoanalysis from the Athens Institute of Group Analysis. She has obtained the European Certificate of Psychotherapy (ECP) and is a member of the Athens Institute of Group Analysis. Since 2003, Ms. Trigoni has been practicing in her private office, where she conducts individual sessions as well as psychotherapy groups with adults. She has a particular focus on issues concerning young adults. Additionally, throughout her professional career, she has collaborated with the Municipality of Panorama, coordinating parent groups and providing counseling support to adolescents and parents. Furthermore, she has been trained in career counseling and has worked in a speech therapy center.

Aivazidou Kalliopi is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist specializing in Systemic Family Therapy. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of East London and a master's diploma in Clinical and Community Psychology from the same university. Previously, she has also worked as a Kindergarten Teacher, as her first cycle of studies was in the Department of Early Childhood Education at the University of Thessaly. Both of her professional focuses center on children. Having attended relevant postgraduate programs and conferences, as well as having worked with children, she undertakes the conduct of counseling sessions for children and adolescents, as well as parent counseling and Family Psychotherapy.

Evangelia Rafaela Marinaki is a Psychologist and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Psychotherapist for adults, adolescents, and children. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Neapolis University Pafos in Cyprus. She received advanced training in the psychotherapeutic approach of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling in Thessaloniki. Additionally, she specialized in Advanced Practice of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as the new generation of schemas. Furthermore, she enriched her studies in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for children and adolescents. In recent years, she has been working by providing psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, couples, and families. In the past, she has gained experience working with vulnerable groups (psychiatric populations, addictions, domestic violence).