Psychotherapists in Attica

Dr Kanellakis Spyridon is a Psychologist with private practices in Ilioupoli and Kolonos. He graduated in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, holds a postgraduate diploma in School of Medicine & Therapeutics from the University of Aberdeen, and a PhD from Harokopio University. His practice handles cases across the full spectrum of psychology.

Poupalou Vasileia is a licensed Psychologist who maintains her private practice in Ilion. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Wales and a master's degree (MSc) in Clinical Psychology from Derby University. Additionally, she has been trained in the fields of "Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)" and "Management of Emotional & Psychological Trauma" at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, and specialized in Special Education at the Lifelong Learning Center - G. Vanidis. She has also received training in the "Drama Therapy Model," "Parenting in School Age," and "Family Therapy in Grief." Her primary therapeutic approach is Cognitive & Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Positive Psychology, with a specialization in anxiety disorders. Given the fact that each individual is unique, with different life circumstances both past and present, different experiences, and varying cognitive schemas, she employs different coping methods. Through individualized intervention, the goal is to achieve long-term changes collaboratively, both by reducing or eliminating symptoms and negative thoughts that hinder daily life, and by fostering a different perspective on past, present, and future events.

Vassos Georgios is a Clinical Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Kolonaki and a trainee Psychoanalyst. He holds a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and is specialized with a postgraduate degree (MSc) in Clinical Psychology from the same University. Additionally, he has been trained in programs concerning clinical intervention in mental health, psychoanalysis, and psychoanalytic psychotherapy in Athens and Thessaloniki, as well as in educational programs related to psychopathology and psychodiagnostic assessment of personality, mental, and cognitive functions of adults and adolescents at the Faculties of Medicine and Psychology of the University of Athens. He possesses certified training in the use of various psychometric tools and has extensive clinical experience regarding difficulties in relationship and emotion management, depressive disorders, personality-related issues, anxiety, and more in public and private facilities. He is the Scientific Director of the Mobile Unit of the Northeastern Cyclades of E.P.A.P.S.Y., a member of the Panhellenic Network of Mobile Units, and has previously worked in various public and private mental health facilities, such as Aeginiteio Hospital, Penteli Children's General Hospital, Attica Psychiatric Hospital Dafni, various municipalities in Attica, among others. He organizes and participates in programs and actions of community psychiatry. He has extensive authorship, research activity, and publications at national and international conferences as a regular presenter in seminars and lectures. In his private practice, he provides specialized services related to psychoanalysis and psychoanalytic psychotherapy for adults, counseling, intervention in mental health difficulties, and psychodiagnostic assessment.

Karouzi Ioanna is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Agios Eleftherios. She is a graduate of the Psychology Department of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and the Counseling and Psychotherapy Program in the Person-Centered Approach at ICPS, College of Human Sciences. She is a member of the European Association of Psychotherapy (EAP).

During her professional career, she has worked in numerous shelters and mental health centers, gaining valuable experience in counseling support for children and their families as well as psychological support for refugees. She has previously volunteered with the Non-Profit Organizations "Freedom Gate Greece" and "The Smile of the Child." In her private practice, she specializes in counseling, non-directive intervention, and the person-centered approach. Finally, she has attended numerous seminars and conferences aimed at continuous education and training in her field.

Eleni Vasileiadou is a Psychologist who has maintained a private practice in Neo Irakleio since 2007. She graduated from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and holds a master's degree in cognitive psychology from the same institution. She has completed professional specialization as a Master Practitioner in Eating Disorders & Obesity from the National Centre for Eating Disorders of Great Britain – NCFED. She has worked in the Social Service of the Municipality of Nea Filadelfeia, focusing on conducting Parent Schools for primary and secondary education, coordinating parent groups, monitoring individual cases, promoting prevention in the municipality's schools in collaboration with KETHEA, as well as cooperating with the Hellenic Association for Gambling Addiction. From 2005 to 2007, she volunteered her services as a Psychologist at the Counseling Polyclinic of the Municipality of Nea Filadelfeia. Between 2001 and 2003, she collaborated with the A' University Clinic of the Psychiatric Hospital of Thessaloniki, the C' University Neurology Clinic of the General University Hospital "Papanikolaou," the Diabetology Center of the General Hospital of Thessaloniki "Hippocratio," the Epilepsy Clinic of the A' University Clinic of the General University Hospital AHEPA, and the Counseling and Psychological Support Center (KESYPSY) of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.

Η Φιλιπποπούλου Αναστασία MD, MSc είναι Παιδοψυχίατρος -  εκπαιδευόμενη Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια παιδιών, εφήβων και ενηλίκων και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό ιατρείο στην Ηλιούπολη. Αποφοίτησε από την Ιατρική Σχολή του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών και στη συνέχεια της απονεμήθηκε με άριστα μεταπτυχιακός τίτλος σπουδών (MSc) στη «Διασυνδετική Ψυχιατρική - Απαρτιωμένη Φροντίδα Σωματικής και Ψυχικής Υγείας» από το ίδιο τμήμα. Ειδικεύθηκε στην Πανεπιστημιακή Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Πανεπιστημιακού Γενικού Νοσοκομείου "Αττικόν", στην Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Νίκαιας "Άγιος Παντελεήμων"- Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Δυτικής Αττικής “Αγία Βαρβάρα”, στην Πανεπιστημιακή Ψυχιατρική Κλινική και στη Νευρολογική Κλινική του Πανεπιστημιακού Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Αλεξανδρούπολης, στο Τμήμα Ψυχιατρικής Παιδιών και Εφήβων του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου "Ασκληπιείο" Βούλας και στην Πανεπιστημιακή Παιδοψυχιατρική Κλινική του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Παίδων "Η Αγία Σοφία". Έχει επίσης εργαστεί ως ειδικευόμενη ψυχίατρος στο Κέντρο Ημέρας και την Κινητή Μονάδα Φωκίδας της Εταιρείας Κοινωνικής Ψυχιατρικής Π. Σακελλαρόπουλου. Έχει παρακολουθήσει πλήθος εκπαιδευτικών κλινικών και ψυχοθεραπευτικών προγραμμάτων (ενδεικτικά: κλινική ψυχοδυναμική της εφηβείας, γνωσιακή-συμπεριφορική θεραπεία, συστημική-οικογενειακή θεραπεία, κλινική εφαρμογή ψυχομετρικών εργαλείων, ψυχοεκπαιδευτικές τεχνικές στην ψυχοθεραπεία, υποστήριξη εφήβων με συμπτώματα δυσφορίας ή ασυμφωνίας φύλου, κλινική ψυχοφαρμακολογία, ανάλυση παιδικού ιχνογραφήματος, εκπαίδευση γονέων στη θετική διαπαιδαγώγηση, τεχνικές Mindfulness σε παιδιά και εφήβους με συναισθηματικές και νευροαναπτυξιακές διαταραχές, CFT - θεραπεία εστιασμένη στη συμπόνια, κινητοποιητική συνέντευξη κ.ά). Έχει παρακολουθήσει ειδικό μετεκπαιδευτικό πρόγραμμα στην "Ανίχνευση, Διάγνωση και Αντιμετώπιση Νηπίων, Παιδιών και Εφήβων με Διαταραχή Ελλειμματικής Προσοχής- Υπερκινητικότητας", από τη Μονάδα Αναπτυξιακής & Συμπεριφορικής Παιδιατρικής, Α’ Παιδιατρική Κλινική ΕΚΠΑ και την Ελληνική Εταιρεία Μελέτης ΔΕΠΥ. Στην παρούσα φάση εκπαιδεύεται στο Τετραετές Διεθνές Μετεκπαιδευτικό Πρόγραμμα στη Συμβουλευτική και Ψυχοθεραπεία: Συστημική, Αφηγηματική και Συνεργατική- Διαλογική Προσέγγιση, που διοργανώνεται από το Κέντρο Δια βίου Μάθησης (ΚΕΔΙΒΙΜ) του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών (ΕΚΠΑ). Έχει προχωρήσει σε δημοσιεύσεις άρθρων τόσο σε ελληνικά, όσο και σε ξενόγλωσσα επιστημονικά περιοδικά. Έχει συμμετάσχει σε μεγάλο αριθμό ημερίδων και συνεδρίων, έχοντας παρουσιάσει επιστημονικές ανακοινώσεις και εργασίες. Τέλος, η γιατρός είναι μέλος της Παιδοψυχιατρικής Εταιρείας Ελλάδος, της Ελληνικής Ψυχιατρικής Εταιρείας καθώς και του Ιατρικού Συλλόγου Πειραιά. Διατηρεί ιδιωτικό ιατρείο και συνεργάζεται με Κέντρα Ειδικών Θεραπειών.

Gkikopoulou Katerina is a Clinical Psychologist - Sexologist and maintains a private practice in Exarchia. She graduated in Psychology from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki with postgraduate studies in Clinical Psychology at the Universite de Nice-Sophia Antipolis. Additionally, she has specialized in the treatment of psychosexual disorders (E.P.I.PSY) and in Couples Therapy ("Logos Psychis"). She has worked in private and public mental health facilities in Greece and France. Specifically, she has worked as a Psychologist at the Psychiatric Hospital of Thessaloniki, as well as in public schools in the city, and in public schools in Nice, as well as at the Psychiatric Hospital of Cannes. Subsequently, she worked privately with children and adolescents, providing parental counseling in private institutions in Athens and offered counseling services to refugee populations.

Pantazopoulou Xara is a Psychologist, licensed to practice professionally. She specializes in Counseling and Psychotherapy, both online and in person, having specialized in the Integrative Approach. She completed her postgraduate studies with an MA in Counselling & Psychotherapy, focusing on the Integrative Approach, and her undergraduate studies in Psychology (BSc, Hons, Psychology) at the University of East London, UK. She completed additional training at Aeginiteio Hospital in the 1st Psychiatric Clinic, specializing in Clinical Psychopathology. She has also volunteered as a trainee Psychologist at the General Hospital of Athens, Sismanogleio - Amalia Fleming, specifically at the Community Child and Adolescent Mental Health Center. Having initially studied at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, in the Department of Philosophy - Pedagogy and Psychology (majoring in Psychology), she has many years of experience in education as well as in counseling parents, children, and adolescents.

Elisavet Karavokyri is a Clinical Psychologist-Psychotherapist, graduate of the University Paris 8-Lumières. She has completed postgraduate studies in Clinical Psychology-Psychotherapies (Master 2) at the same University and holds a specialization in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) from the Society of Cognitive-Behavioral Studies, recognized by the European Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies (EABCT), as well as in Special Education and Speech Therapy. Her experience in psychiatric institutions and psychotherapeutic centers in Greece and France has enabled her to gain an in-depth understanding and to support individuals experiencing various forms of psychological distress, whether related to deeper personal difficulties or developmental and emotional challenges, using a holistic approach. She has attended seminars and conferences on mental health and continues to enrich her knowledge of contemporary developments in the field of psychotherapy. Concurrently, she provides therapeutic support to children and adolescents, focusing on issues such as anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, and interpersonal relationships.

Elisavet Karavokyri follows a person-centered approach, demonstrating understanding and respect for the individual's psychological pace and unique needs. Her goal is to contribute meaningfully to empowering the individual and developing more effective adaptive mechanisms and emotional regulation, thereby enhancing their quality of life.

Thomaidi Paulina is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist, a regular member of the Hellenic Psychological Society (HPS), and maintains a private practice in Kypseli, Athens. She is a graduate of the Psychology Department of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a postgraduate diploma in Forensic – Criminal Psychology from Coventry University. She trained in Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and has specialized in addressing issues related to anxiety, depression, personality disorders, as well as couples counseling and family therapy. She has consistently invested in her scientific development through numerous seminars and training programs covering topics such as trauma therapy, autoimmune diseases and mental health, domestic violence, and contemporary, revised guidelines for mental health treatment, ensuring that her services are based on the most reliable psychological practices. Academically, she has conducted research on the social stigma of LGBTQ+ community members, as well as on attitudes and behaviors toward sexual violence against women and double standards. She addresses issues of anxiety, depression, psychological trauma, eating disorders, addictions – dependencies, obsessive-compulsive disorders, personality disorders, and provides counseling services. Additionally, she offers couples and family counseling and therapy. Her treatment is LGBTQ+ friendly and tailored to cases of neurodiversity (ADHD, ASD, etc.).

Aliki Konsta is a Psychologist and has her private office in Agia Paraskevi. She holds a BSc in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and an MSc from the University of Oxford, with honours, in Criminology and Deviant Behavior. She has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Counselling Psychology at the University of Athens and has completed a two-year internship at the Counselling Centre for Abused Women of the General Secretariat for Gender Equality, the Centre for the Treatment of Addicted Persons and the Special Therapeutic Unit for Autistic Children with Pervasive Developmental Disorders. She specializes in eating disorders, anxiety disorders - panic attacks - phobias, grief and loss management, domestic violence and personal development and empowerment. Sessions are also available in English.

Panagiota Sampalou is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with extensive experience in individual psychotherapy for adults and young adults, maintaining a private practice in Cholargos. She has been active in the field since 2014, concurrently engaging in academic teaching and participating in Psychoanalytic and Psychotherapeutic programs. She holds a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She possesses a professional psychologist license valid throughout the country issued by the General Directorate of Public Health and Social Welfare. She teaches "Psychodynamic Models" and "Psychodynamic Developmental Theories" at the Greek Center for Training – Psychotherapy through Arts. She specializes in Relational Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy as well as classical Psychoanalytic thought and practice. She has participated as a speaker at conferences and workshops.

Konstantinos Ntailianis is a Psychiatrist - Psychotherapist maintaining a private practice in Nea Smyrni. He graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has acquired specialization in Neurology - Psychiatry. Concurrently, he has been trained in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy by the Hellenic Society of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy. He has worked for a total of 28 years in the National Health System at the Mental Health Center of Peristeri, the last three of which as Coordinating Director. Furthermore, the physician has participated in numerous Greek and international scientific conferences, workshops, and seminars, having presented communications at at least 20 of them. Finally, he is a member of the Hellenic Psychiatric Society and the Hellenic Society of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy and is proficient in English and Italian.

Nikitaki Eui is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains her private practice in Korydallos. She graduated in Psychology from Panteion University and specialized in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy at KE.PSY.SY. She handles a wide range of cases, focusing on providing the best possible care tailored to the individual needs of each person, with particular expertise in Anxiety and Mood Disorders, Depression, Anger Management, Panic Attacks - Phobias, as well as Personal Development and Relationship Issues.

Panagiotopoulos Nikolaos Kai Synergates is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and a PhD candidate specializing in Internet Psychology and Artificial Intelligence (research dissertation at Università telematica di Pegaso). Concurrently, he serves as the Scientific Director of the Anxiety Management Center (diagnosis and therapeutic intervention - SMS). His scientific interests focus on trauma and personality. Together with a team of five specialist psychologists at the practice, he enriches his experience in applied psychotherapy and psychology. He studied Psychology at Università di Roma La Sapienza and holds a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from the same university. He is a certified facilitator of the ACT program (a retraining and violence prevention program for children and adolescents) conducted by the Hellenic Psychological Society in collaboration with the APA (American Psychological Association). He has undergone further training in psychotherapy (both conscious and unconscious). Specifically, in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Clinical Hypnosis, and Sports Psychology (mental trainer in psicologia dello sport). He holds specializations in clinical supervision, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, EMDR trauma therapy, and Cinema Therapy. Finally, as part of his continuous professional development, he has received training in psychometric tools for personality assessment (including the M.M.P.I) and in modern virtual reality (VR) tools. He is a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society, EMDR HELLAS, and a founding member of the international CBT-Hypnopsy association.

Ο Νικηφόρος Κωνσταντίνος Ph.D, MBPsS είναι Σύμβουλος Ψυχικής Υγείας - Ψυχοθεραπευτής, Ψυχοδυναμικής προσέγγισης και διατηρεί ιδιωτικά γραφεία στο Μοσχάτο (Πλησίον ΗΣΑΠ Καλλιθέας) και τη Βούλα. Είναι μέλος της Αμερικανικής Ενωσης Ψυχολόγων APA (American Psychological Association) και του Βρετανικού Συλλόγου Ψυχολόγων BPS (British Psychological Society). Διαθέτει Διδακτορικό τίτλο στις Κοινωνικές Επιστήμες από το Πανεπιστήμιο Παρισίων, μεταπτυχιακό τίτλο (MSc) στη Συμβουλευτική Ψυχολογία και Ψυχοθεραπεία από το Deree/American College of Greece και μεταπτυχιακό τίτλο (M.A.) στην Πολιτική Οικονομία και στις Κοινωνικές Δομές από το New School for Social Research στη Νέα Υόρκη. Έχει εξειδικευτεί στη διαχείριση άγχους, θυμού και συγκρούσεων, την αναζήτηση ταυτότητας και αυτοεκτίμησης και τη λύση προβλημάτων στις διαπροσωπικές σχέσεις (οικογένεια, εργασιακό περιβάλλον, προσωπικές σχέσεις). Εχει κάνει έρευνα πάνω στη διαχείριση της διαφορετικότητας και της δυσφορίας φύλου, καθώς και τη συνεισφορά της φωτογραφικής απεικόνισης στο ψυχοθεραπευτικό πλαίσιο και τη νοηματοδότηση της υποκειμενικότητας. Επιπλέον έχει εκπαιδευθεί στη Θεωρία Εικόνας και Ψυχολογίας του Ατόμου, στο Parsons School of Design, στο Παρίσι καθώς και στη χορήγηση των Προβολικών Τεστ Προσωπικότητας και Συναισθηματικής Λειτουργίας Rorschach & Thematic Apperception Test (TAT) της Σχολής του Παρισιού στο ΙΨΥΠΕ / Ινστιτούτο Ψυχικής Υγείας Παιδιών και Ενηλίκων. Η κλινική εμπειρία του στο χώρο της ψυχοπαθολογίας πέραν της ιδιωτικής ψυχοθεραπευτικής πρακτικής προέρχεται από την πρακτική ατομικών συνεδριών Συμβουλευτικής Ψυχολογίας στο Συμβουλευτικό Κέντρο του Αμερικανικού Κολλεγίου Αθηνών καθώς και στα Δημοτικά Ιατρεία του Δήμου Αθηναίων. Παρακολουθεί επίσης επιλεγμένα πιστοποιημένα σεμινάρια και εκπαιδεύσεις στα πλαίσια της συνεχούς επιστημονικής κατάρτισης και συμμετέχει με παρουσιάσεις σε διεθνή ερευνητικά συνέδρια ψυχολογίας και ψυχοθεραπείας. Πραγματοποιεί συνεδρίες στα Ελληνικά, στα Αγγλικά και στα Γαλλικά.