Psychologists in Macedonia

Η Γκόλφου Χριστιάνα & Συνεργάτες είναι Κλινικός Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια με εξειδίκευση στη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία (Ατομική - Οικογενειακή - Ζεύγους - Παιδιών & Εφήβων)..Είναι απόφοιτος του τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Αριστοτελείου Πανεπιστημίου με μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές στην Κλινική Ψυχολογία στο Πανεπιστήμιο του Leiden. Διαθέτει ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Νομό Σερρών, όπου προσφέρει εξειδικευμένες υπηρεσίες στην Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία, στην Οικογενειακή Θεραπεία και την Θεραπεία Ζεύγους.Η Ψυχολόγος έχει αποκτήσει μεγάλη επαγγελματική εμπειρία εργαζόμενη εθελοντικά στο Κέντρο Ψυχικής Υγιεινής Ανατολικού τομέα Θεσσαλονίκης, αλλά και σε Ιδιωτικό Ψυχοθεραπευτικό γραφείο στη Γερμανία.Μέχρι σήμερα έχει αναλάβει το συντονισμό πολυάριθμων συμβουλευτικών σεμιναρίων που απευθύνονται σε ενήλικες στις Περιφερειακές Βιβλιοθήκες του Δήμου Θεσσαλονίκης.Συμμετέχει ενεργά σε σεμινάρια και ημερίδες επιμόρφωσης, ενώ παράλληλα αρθρογραφεί σε θέματα σχετικά με την ειδίκευσή της. Τα ανωτέρω την καθιστούν άρτια ενημερωμένη και καταρτισμένη στον τομέα της. Από το 2022 η κ.Γκόλφου συνεργάζεται επαγγελματικά με την κ. Μαντζαρίδου Πηνελόπη, η οποία είναι Ψυχολόγος - Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια. Σπούδασε στο τμήμα Ψυχολογίας του Αριστοτελείου Πανεπιστημίου Θεσσαλονίκης και έπειτα ολοκλήρωσε το μεταπτυχιακό πρόγραμμα σπουδών στη Κλινική Ψυχολογία στο Leiden University της Ολλανδίας. Επιπροσθέτως, έχει παρακολουθήσει μια σειρά από εκπαιδεύσεις και σεμινάρια πάνω στο αντικείμενο της Ψυχολογίας και έχει ειδικευτεί στη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία μέσα από 4ετή εκπαίδευση στο Ινστιτούτο Συστημικής Προσέγγισης και Οικογενειακής Θεραπείας στην Θεσσαλονίκη.Η ειδικός έχει εργαστεί σε διάφορα πλαίσια στον ιδιωτικό και στον δημόσιο τομέα ως Ψυχολόγος, ενώ από το 2020 εργάζεται ως αναπληρώτρια ψυχολόγος στον τομέα της εκπαίδευσης.Τέλος,από τις αρχές του 2025 έχουν προστεθεί στο δυναμικό του γραφείου συνεργάτες Γνωστικής Συμπεριφορικής Προσέγγισης (CBT).

Tsintsiou Xara is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Serres. She holds a degree in Psychology from the Faculty of Philosophy at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, and completed a three-year training program in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy from the Hellenic Society of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, certified by the European Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies (EABCT). She volunteered to gain two years of clinical experience at the 3rd University Psychiatric Clinic of the P.G.N.Th. AHEPA Hospital, where she participated in clinical case assessments, administration, scoring, and interpretation of psychometric and neuropsychological tests, attended a series of educational activities and sessions, and took part in afternoon therapeutic groups for hospitalized patients. For her continuous professional development, the Psychologist attended a six-month program in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy at the Mental Health Center of the Central Sector of Thessaloniki, within the framework of training healthcare personnel of the Hellenic Police (EL.AS.), and subsequently participated in weekly psychiatric case analyses for diagnosis at the same Center for a similar period. Recognizing science as a dynamic and constantly evolving process, and wishing to be part of this evolution, she has attended numerous scientific conferences and seminars. It is also important to note that she holds a Certificate of Educational Competence as an Adult Trainer in Non-Formal Education. Moreover, her training includes the structured parent education program "I Think & I Act." Finally, she has completed a training cycle in Trauma Therapy using the EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) method.

Dafni Danatsa is a Psychologist, training in Clinical Psychology, and conducts online sessions. She holds a degree in Psychology from Glyndwr University in Wales (through IST College) and possesses a professional license to practice as a psychologist. Additionally, she holds a Life Coaching Diploma from the Authority of Professional Coaching & Mentoring and has attended seminars and conferences concerning the management of psychological effects in individuals with chronic illnesses.

She has particular experience in supporting parents and children with celiac disease and type I diabetes, as well as in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

Ms. Danatsa works exclusively remotely, offering sessions via video call in a secure, confidential, and supportive environment.

Kastorini Vasiliki is a Psychologist who conducts online sessions. She holds a degree from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University. She has received further training in the Gestalt Psychotherapy Program at the Gestalt Foundation, in Psychodiagnostics: Techniques and Tools for Personality Assessment in Psychological Diagnosis, and in the "Training Department in Forensic Psychology, Forensic Psychopathology, and Psychodiagnostics. Theory and Expert Evaluation Techniques & Counseling in Civil and Criminal Sectors, Adults and Minors" in Italy. The psychologist has significant professional experience in psychotherapy and counseling and has volunteered in the psychological support department of the General Children’s Hospital of Penteli, at "Together for the Child," at the Penteli Children’s Convalescent Home, at the Municipal Clinics of the Heraklion Municipality in Attica, and in other facilities. She also participates in numerous conferences, specialized seminars, workshops, and symposiums in Greece, aiming for continuous education and professional development.

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.

Georgina Argyriou is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist who offers online sessions. She holds a degree in Psychology with specialization in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and is licensed to practice. At the same time, she is completing her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology at Hellenic American University. She has also received specialized training in the treatment of Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) from the University Mental Health Research Institute (EPIPSI). She has completed her clinical internship at the Athens Mental Health Center – Behavioral Therapy Unit (EKEPSYE).

Kavadatos Aleksios, BSc, MSc, is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist with a private practice in Kozani. He graduated from the Department of Psychology at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and holds a Master's Degree (MSc) in Clinical Psychology from the same institution. He has been trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Group Analysis, and possesses over 20 years of experience in the field of Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Adult Psychotherapy. He has served as the Scientific Supervisor in psychosocial rehabilitation facilities in Thessaloniki and Kozani, as well as a Supervisor of the psychological support program of the 3rd Health Region “No One Alone During the Pandemic”. Additionally, he was a member of the Scientific Committee for the psychological support telephone line 10306. From 2009 to 2023, he maintained a private practice in Thessaloniki and currently practices professionally in Kozani. Since 2023, he has been the President of the NPO IONOS, an organization active in mental health and social rehabilitation. He has attended numerous seminars and conferences aimed at continuous professional development and has many publications and presentations in the mental health field. He has organized and coordinated counseling groups for parents, caregivers of persons with disabilities, educators, and healthcare professionals, as well as psychoeducational groups for managing anxiety and professional burnout.

My name is Xalepli Anna and I hold a degree in Psychology from the University of Ioannina. I have a postgraduate degree in Applied Developmental Psychology and Forensic Psychiatry. I work privately in Katerini. Additionally, I have volunteered at the Katerini Mental Health Center for 2 years. I have been working at the Child Care Center of Katerini since February 2023.

Fotis Mponios is a Psychologist and a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He provides psychological support through integrative psychotherapy to adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, mood difficulties, relational problems, or intense emotional stress in their daily lives. The goal of the therapeutic process is to understand the personal experience, alleviate symptoms, and achieve meaningful, gradual change. He is trained in Integrative Psychotherapy at the Athens Synthesis Center. He completed his practical training at the Hellenic Center for Mental Health and Research (H.C.M.H.R. – Piraeus Branch) and in recent years has worked in private therapeutic centers, gaining substantial clinical experience with adults and adolescents. His therapeutic work includes issues related to anxiety, psychosomatic symptoms, mood disorders, low self-esteem, and difficulties in interpersonal and couple relationships. He has experience with performance anxiety, internal conflicts, emotional regulation difficulties, as well as cases of eating disorders. Concurrently, he works with adolescents facing anxiety, mood problems, relational difficulties, self-esteem issues, or self-injurious behaviors, emphasizing the creation of a safe and stable therapeutic relationship. His therapeutic approach is integrative and tailored to the needs of each individual. Special attention is given to creating a safe environment where the individual can express themselves without judgment, gain deeper self-understanding, and enhance their functioning and quality of life.

Η Αθανασίου Ελένη BSc, MSc είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, με ιδιωτικό γραφείο στην Κοζάνη. Είναι πτυχιούχος του τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Αριστοτελείου Πανεπιστημίου Θεσσαλονίκης και κάτοχος Μεταπτυχιακού Τίτλου (MSc) στην Κλινική Νευροψυχολογία του τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του ίδιου Ιδρύματος. Επιπλέον, εκπαιδεύτηκε στη Ψυχοθεραπεία Gestalt από το Gestalt Foundation Θεσσαλονίκης. Έχει εκτελέσει ερευνητικά καθήκοντα στο Πανεπιστημιακό Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Θεσσαλονίκης ΑΧΕΠΑ και έχει πραγματοποιήσει την κλινική της άσκηση ως Νευροψυχολόγος στη Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Θεσσαλονίκης "Παπαγεωργίου". H κ. Αθανασίου έχει εργαστεί ως Ψυχολόγος στο Κέντρο Δυσλεξίας και ως Εκπαιδεύτρια ενηλίκων στο Ίδρυμα Νεολαίας και Δια Βίου Μάθησης Κ.Δ.Β.Μ. Επιπροσθέτως, έχει εργαστεί για 4 έτη ως Ψυχολόγος στην Κινητή Μονάδα Ψυχικής Υγείας Νομού Κοζάνης - Γρεβενών, Παιδοψυχιατρικό Τμήμα, ΕΨΥΚΑ και διατελεί Γραμματέας του ΔΣ στη IONOS NGO. Εργάζεται στα Δημόσια Ωνάσεια Σχολεία ΔΗΜ.Ω.Σ Κοζάνης .Τέλος, έχει παρακολουθήσει πλήθος συνεδρίων και σεμιναρίων, με στόχο τη συνεχή επιμόρφωση στον τομέα της ειδίκευσης της και αριθμεί πολλές δημοσιεύσεις. Έχει οργανώσει και συντονίσει πολλές ομάδες για συμβουλευτική γονέων.