Psychotherapists in the Northern suburbs of Athens

Sklaveniti Xristina is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist with many years of experience in Greece and abroad, accompanying individuals through both small and significant life stories. She emphasizes the unique characteristics and needs of each person, offering personalized care with respect for human rights, regardless of gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, or gender expression. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Crete and a master's degree in Gender Studies from the Hellenic Open University, awarded with an academic excellence scholarship. Her research work focused on the phenomenon of obstetric violence as experienced and narrated by those who have undergone it, through a feminist research perspective with an emphasis on the voices of the subjects. She is specialized in Narrative Psychotherapy and Systemic Psychodrama, as well as in approaches that incorporate feminist, intersectional, and inclusive perspectives. She provides individual therapy, couples therapy, support for children and adolescents, parental counseling, therapy for LGBTQ+ individuals, and experiential empowerment groups. Her focus is on the therapeutic relationship, empathy, and the creation of a safe environment where one can rewrite their story with meaning and purpose.

Konstantina Papapanou is a Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist, licensed under number 160044/918. She holds a degree in Psychology from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and a Master's Diploma from the Medical School of Athens entitled "Science of Stress and Health Promotion." She completed her clinical training at the Specialized Adolescent Medicine Center, UNESCO Chair of Adolescent Health and Medicine, at the "Agia Sofia" Children's Hospital. Subsequently, she began training in the four-year Systemic Psychotherapy and Counseling program conducted by the Center for Systemic Study and Therapy. Systemic psychotherapy views the individual as part of a wider system rather than in isolation. After all, a puzzle is composed of many pieces, not just one. It focuses on the individual's relationships, the way they interact with their environment, and how these relationships affect their thoughts and feelings. Additionally, she has worked in mental health facilities, on the psychological support helpline 10306, and in day centers. She collaborates with specialized therapy centers and provides psychotherapeutic care to adults. She is here to jointly begin a journey towards self-discovery.

Zeriti Maria is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Vrilissia. She studied Psychology in England while simultaneously working in psychiatric facilities within the public health system. She then returned to Greece and completed her postgraduate studies in cognitive science. Through her personal inner development, the desire to become a companion to people seeking the path of joy and their hearts, those who want to evolve, was born. She trained for 4 years at "Logos Psychis," an Institute of Training and Research in Systemic Psychotherapy, completing the specialization program in systemic psychotherapy and earning the title of Systemic Psychotherapist. She has attended personal development seminars focusing on relationships, the inner child, and internal traumas. Through these journeys, she has discovered and continues to discover aspects of herself that aid in inner empowerment and the creation of beautiful and harmonious relationships. She feels very fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with children with special abilities, refugee women, parents, and individuals with mental health difficulties. For the past 15 years, she has worked privately in her own space and with private organizations, offering counseling and psychotherapy services to adolescents, parents, and adults, both individually and in groups. She greatly enjoys sharing any knowledge she has acquired with people who wish to grow. She trains and supervises new psychologists to achieve the title of psychotherapist-counselor and organizes lectures and personal development seminars. Finally, she is a member of the Hellenic Society of Systemic Therapy (EL.ESY.TH).

Anastasia Olympiou - Hansen is a Psychologist (BSc, MSc), licensed in Greece and registered as a Mental Health Counselor in Norway, with experience in supporting adults.

She has completed postgraduate training in Health Psychology at the University of Derby.

She works with a range of concerns including phobias, panic attacks, stress, burnout, emotional difficulties, relationships difficulties and life transitions (e.g. career changes, migration, relationships). She supports individuals in effectively managing anxiety and panic, strengthening self-confidence and psychological resilience, and improving their overall daily functioning and quality of life.

She has experience in behavioural change interventions and has supported adults in individual settings, aiming at sustainable and meaningful improvements in mental health and well-being.

She is also active in research in the field of Health Psychology, with a recent publication in 2024 in an international peer-reviewed journal (SAGE) on laughter interventions and their impact on psychological well-being and quality of life in cancer patients.

Olympiou, A., & Ahmed, S. (2024). Laughter Interventions to Improve Psychological Well-Being/QoL in Cancer Patients: A Mini Systematic Review. Sage Open, 14(4).

Sessions are available in Greek, English, and Norwegian.

Seminars

1. Building Personal Resilience:Managing Anxiety and Mental Health, HarvardX, March 2026, CME Online Down Syndrome, Harvard University Online, October 2015
2. Assessment and Treatment of Depression in the Primary Care Setting, Harvard University Online, November 2015
3. Assessment and Treatment of Anxiety in the Primary Care Setting, Harvard University Online, November 2015
4. Altzheimer's Disease, Harvard University Online, November 2015
5. Addiction in Your Practice: Information and Resources for Dealing with Addictive Behavior, Harvard University Online, November 2014

Konstantina Menouti BSc, MSc is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who has maintained a private practice in Cholargos since 2014. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has completed the “MSc in Music, Mind and Brain” and “MSc in Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuropsychology” programs at Goldsmiths and Birkbeck, University of London, respectively. Additionally, she has been trained in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Community Psychotherapy for children and adults in both individual and group settings and has participated in national and international conferences with scientific presentations and experiential workshops. Furthermore, she holds a diploma in Music Therapy with a focus on infancy and early childhood. She has worked in Psychotherapy Centers as a psychologist and psychotherapist and at Metropolitan College as a supervisor of thesis projects and as a lecturer in Psychobiology and Cognitive Psychology.

Σταυρέκας Αθανάσιος

Ψυχίατρος - Ψυχοθεραπευτής

Ηρακλείου 189, Νέα Ιωνία Αττικής

Απόφοιτος Ιατρικής Σχολής Αριστοτελείου Πανεπιστημίου Θεσσαλονίκης

Ειδικευθείς στην Α' Πανεπιστημιακή Ψυχιατρική Κλινική ΕΚΠΑ στο Αιγινήτειο Νοσοκομείο

Piliati Ioanna is a Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist and maintains private practices in Vrilissia and Chalandri. She specializes in Systemic - Family Counseling and therapy for individuals and couples. She is a regular member of the Greek and European Association of Counseling. She works with individuals, couples, families, parents, and groups on issues related to gender identity, sexual difficulties, interpersonal relationships, anxiety problems, panic attacks, and other emotional difficulties and mood disorders, grief, and more. Within a framework of protection, safety, and acceptance, she works aiming at the psychological support of adolescents and adults. She focuses on highlighting their skills and psychological resources to empower them and achieve a harmonious life with balance. She has 25 years of experience and expertise in the fields of communication and personal development. She has collaborated with a wide network of individuals and groups with very diverse backgrounds, experiences, needs, behaviors, and lifestyles. She places great importance on the human need for understanding, acceptance, and support. She is an ally to the individual regarding their interpersonal relationships and the various challenges they face in different phases of their changing life. After her personal engagement with Systemic Psychotherapy, she decided to change her career path by obtaining a degree in Psychology and specializing in Systemic Counseling - Family Therapy.

Oikonomou Taksiarxis is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Chalandri. He holds a degree in Psychology from the School of Sociology - Psychology - Pedagogy at the FPSE University. He specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Work-related Stress Coaching, Anxiety Disorders, and Depression Management. He has served as a Trainer in Pedagogical Training programs for educators at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and ASPAITE. He handles a wide range of cases in a friendly and comfortable environment, tailoring the approach for each patient by combining his scientific expertise with years of experience and professionalism.

Vasilis Stathopoulos is a licensed Psychologist (License No. 262207).

After completing his academic studies at the University of East London, he continued his training in group-analytic therapy at the S. H. Foulkes Institute of Group Analysis (“I.O.A.F.”) and subsequently in cognitive-behavioral therapy at the Hellenic Society for Cognitive Behavioral Studies.

He has been active in the healthcare sector, successfully completing academic studies in pharmacy, occupational therapy, and psychology. He has over 20 years of professional experience in the pharmaceutical field and has collaborated with institutions supporting children with intellectual disabilities, as well as with psychiatric cases involving adults and patients with dementia.

Currently, he works in private practice as a psychologist, offering in-person and online sessions. Appointments are available upon request.

Samari Vasiliki is a Psychologist - Systemic Psychotherapist, with undergraduate studies in the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and postgraduate studies (MSc) in Child and Adolescent Mental Health at the European University Cyprus. She specializes in the Systemic Approach at the training and research institute “Logos Psychis” in the SANE-System Attachment Narrative Encephalon model, an approach that enriches contemporary postmodern systemic theory with attachment theory, narrative psychology, and recent findings in neuroscience. In psychotherapy, this approach is applied in sessions with individuals, couples, families, and groups. She has also received specialization in couples therapy and marriage counseling from the European Institute of Counseling and Psychotherapy, and has attended numerous seminars and conferences as part of her continual professional development and updating on new developments in the fields of psychology, psychopathology, and neuroscience. She has collaborated with the Social Protection and Solidarity Organization of the Municipality of Vrilissia, providing counseling-based therapy to adults and adolescents. She completed her practical training at the psychiatric clinic of the 414 Military Hospital of Special Diseases. She is a regular member of the Hellenic Psychological Society (SEPS) and holds a professional psychologist license issued by the Public Health Directorate of the Athens Prefecture. In her private practice located in Melissia, she works with adults, couples, adolescents, and families.

Anagnostou Maria Kai Synergates is a Psychologist, Psychotherapist, and Clinical Supervisor. She maintains a private practice in Halandri. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences. She has completed her training in Synthetic Psychotherapy at the Athens Synthesis Centre. Additionally, she has attended psychology seminars in Clinical Psychology, Psychodynamic Therapy, and other approaches.

Tsoukalou Sissy is a Psychologist, an honors graduate of the Department of Psychology at the University of Athens (NKUA), licensed to practice (License No. 78517), with passion and sensitivity for her profession and humanity. Her scientific interests focus on clinical psychopathology of adults and children & adolescents, as well as the psychoanalytic approach to psychotherapy. Since October 2024, she has been completing her clinical training in the Child Psychiatry Department of the General Children’s Hospital of Penteli. The hands-on experience with cases there provides her with rich clinical knowledge and experience, invaluable for her competence as a Professional. She has been trained in the psychodiagnostic assessment of children, adolescents, and adults (psychological assessment tools: TAT, Rorschach, WISC-V) at the Institute of Mental Health for Children and Adults I.PSY.P.E. P. Sakellaropoulos and at DI.K.E.PSY. Additionally, her skillset is enhanced by the knowledge gained and continuously acquired from her postgraduate training in Clinical Psychopathology, organized by the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of the University of Athens and EPIPSY, from psychoanalytic seminars she attends at the Hellenic Society of Psychoanalysis and Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (HSPPP), as well as from various other seminars and conferences she has participated in, contributing to her ongoing professional development. For cases she undertakes in Therapy and Counseling at her private practice, she receives weekly individual supervision from a Clinical Psychologist and Psychoanalyst of the Hellenic Psychoanalytic Society (EPS).

Chrysa Feridou is a psychologist primarily specialized in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), supporting couples who face difficulties in communication, relationship crises, or who wish to strengthen their emotional bond. Trained by the EFT Greek Network, she applies evidence-based therapeutic approaches that focus on fostering emotional connection and creating secure, resilient relationships.She holds an MSc and Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Psychology from City University London, as well as a BSc (Hons) in Psychology from the University of Greenwich. Additionally, she has completed further training in Clinical Psychopathology and Systemic Theory and Practice.Since 2009, she has been working in private practice, offering psychotherapy and counselling to couples, individuals, and families. Beyond her clinical work, she has professional experience in psychiatric clinics, rehabilitation centers, addiction treatment units, and academic institutions, where she has also taught psychology and counselling courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.Her areas of expertise include relationship counselling, couple and marital therapy, psychosexual issues, family support, and crisis management. She has also participated in European research projects and international scientific publications related to chronic illness, quality of life, and mental health.Her therapeutic approach is centered on helping couples and individuals enhance communication, resolve conflicts, and build meaningful, secure, and fulfilling relationships.

Ο Οικονομίδης Απόστολος είναι Ψυχολόγος – Ψυχοθεραπευτής και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Νέο Ψυχικό. Είναι κάτοχος πτυχίου Ψυχολογίας από το Αμερικανικό Κολλέγιο Ελλάδος και το Open University της Αγγλίας και μετέπειτα έλαβε διετή ειδίκευση στη Θεραπεία Συμπεριφοράς Διαταραχών Άγχους, Ιδεοψυχαναγκαστικής και Μετατραυματικής Διαταραχής στο Ερευνητικό Πανεπιστημιακό Ινστιτούτο Ψυχικής Υγιεινής σε συνεργασία με την Α’ Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών. Επίσης, έχει παρακολουθήσει μονοετή μετεκπαιδευτικά προγράμματα στην Κλινική Ψυχοπαθολογία και τις Κλινικές Δεξιότητες από την Α΄ Ψυχιατρική Κλινική του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών σε συνεργασία με την Ελληνική Ψυχιατρική Εταιρεία. Στο παρελθόν συνεργάστηκε με το Ιατρείο Θεραπείας Συμπεριφοράς καθώς και με τη Μονάδα Θεραπείας Συμπεριφοράς του Ελληνικού Κέντρου Ψυχικής Υγιεινής και Ερευνών, όπου αντιμετώπισε ψυχοθεραπευτικά ως επί το πλείστον περιστατικά αγχωδών και συναφών διαταραχών (διαταραχή πανικού, αγοραφοβία, γενικευμένο άγχος, ιδεοψυχαναγκαστική διαταραχή, κ.α). Συμμετέχει σταθερά σε ομάδες εποπτείας ψυχολόγων, ενώ έχει εμπειρία στην διοργάνωση ψυχοεκπαιδευτικών ομάδων με έμφαση στις δεξιότητες διαχείρισης ψυχοπιεστικών καταστάσεων.

Καλλιόπη Κουλλιά

Υπαρξιακή Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια

ΣΠΟΥΔΕΣ ΚΑΙ ΕΚΠΑΙΔΕΥΣΗ 

Είμαι Υπαρξιακή Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και Κοινωνική Λειτουργός με 22 χρόνια εμπειρίας στον χώρο της ψυχικής υγείας και της κοινωνικής φροντίδας.

Σπούδασα Κοινωνική Εργασία στο Τ.Ε.Ι. Αθήνας. Στη συνέχεια ολοκλήρωσα 6 ετή εκπαίδευση στην Υπαρξιακή Συστημική – Οικογενειακή Ψυχοθεραπεία και τριετή εκπαίδευση σε ομάδα Γενεόγραμματος στο Ψυχοθεραπευτικό Ινστιτούτο ΑΝΤΙΣΤΙΞΗ, υπό την εποπτεία των Παιδοψυχιάτρων – Ψυχοθεραπευτών Δημήτρη και Ελένης Καραγιάννη. Παράλληλα με την εκπαίδευση μου συμμετείχα επί 6 χρόνια σε ομάδα αυτογνωσίας για την προσωπική μου εξέλιξη. Είμαι πιστοποιημένη ψυχοθεραπεύτρια από την ΕΛΕΣΥΘ (Ελληνική Εταιρεία Συστημικής Οικογενειακής Θεραπείας). Επίσης έχω ολοκληρώσει εκπαίδευση ενός έτους στην μέθοδο Gordon-Εκπαίδευση του αποτελεσματικού γονέα.  Παρακολουθώ συστηματικά επιστημονικά συνέδρια και εκπαιδευτικά σεμινάρια σχετικά με την ψυχοθεραπεία και τη δυναμική των σχέσεων.

Έχω πολυετή εμπειρία στον δημόσιο τομέα, με αντικείμενο την κοινωνική υποστήριξη οικογενειών, θετών και αναδόχων γονέων, καθώς και την εκπαίδευση τους. Η επαγγελματική μου εμπειρία έχει ενισχύσει τη βαθιά μου κατανόηση για τη λειτουργία της οικογένειας και τις ανάγκες των ανθρώπων μέσα στα σύγχρονα κοινωνικά πλαίσια.

ΘΕΡΑΠΕΥΤΙΚΗ ΠΡΟΣΈΓΓΙΣΗ 

 Πιστεύω ότι κάθε άνθρωπος έχει μέσα του την δυνατότητα για αλλαγή, να εμπνέεται, να δημιουργεί και να ανακαλύπτει νέους τρόπους σύνδεσης με τον εαυτό του και τους άλλους. Η δουλειά μου επικεντρώνεται στη δημιουργία ενός σταθερού πλαισίου με αποδοχή και σεβασμό όπου ο άνθρωπος μπορεί να εκφράσει ελεύθερα τα συναισθήματα του, να επεξεργαστεί τα βιώματα του, να επαναπροσδιορίσει τις σχέσεις του, να κατανοήσει και να αγαπήσει τον εαυτό του.Η θεραπευτική διαδικασία στοχεύει στην ενίσχυση της αυτογνωσίας, τη συναισθηματική ωριμότητα, την έμπνευση και την ανάληψη της προσωπικής ευθύνης καθώς και τη δημιουργία λειτουργικών σχέσεων. 

Συνεργάζομαι με ενήλικες, εφήβους, ζευγάρια, οικογένειες που επιθυμούν να βελτιώσουν την επικοινωνία τους, να φροντίσουν τις σχέσεις τους, να δώσουν χώρο στα συναισθήματα τους και να τα επεξεργαστούν, να αναπτύξουν βαθύτερη κατανόηση και επαφή με τον εαυτό τους και τους άλλους. Να δημιουργούν σχέσεις με αυθεντικότητα, τρυφερότητα και ισορροπία και να ζουν με πληρότητα και χαρά!

Merantza Maria is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a Person-Centered Approach and maintains a private practice in Agia Paraskevi. She was born and studied in Athens. She holds a degree in Psychology from Panteion University and is a graduate of the Master’s Program in Child Psychology (MSc in the Psychology of Child Development) at the University of Central Lancashire, UK. Additionally, she has completed a three-year training program in Person-Centered Counseling/Psychotherapy, earning a Postgraduate Diploma in Person-Centered Counselling/Psychotherapy from ICPS College in collaboration with the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow. She acquired clinical experience at the University Child Psychiatry Clinic at the “Agia Sofia” Children’s Hospital through collaboration with the multidisciplinary team of the Outpatient Unit, participating in the collection of children’s psychosocial histories and administration of diagnostic tests, as well as in the operation of the Special Clinic for Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Moreover, she attended an annual training program in Special Education and Training organized by the Developmental Pediatrics Unit of the University Clinic of Athens and received certification for her training in the Children’s Apperception Test (C.A.T.) and Thematic Apperception Test (T.A.T.) projective testing programs for children and adults, respectively. Furthermore, she participated in the pilot adult mental health program within the framework of support and health promotion programs of the Municipality of Athens, in collaboration with the NGO “Aktaia.”

Panagiotou Maria - Anna is a Psychologist (BSc) and Psychotherapist specializing in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy. She graduated from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a professional practice license valid nationwide (License No: 1401991). She has worked as a Psychologist at the Elderly Care Unit "Rodi" in Filothei, as well as an external collaborator in a Medical Clinic and an English tutoring center to support employees and students. Additionally, she has volunteered in various settings, including public elderly care units and telephone support platforms. She has been trained in the Behavioral-Cognitive approach (higher education) at KEPSYSY in areas such as anxiety, phobias, panic attacks, psychosomatic disorders, depression, traumatic experiences, relationship issues, and has specialized in the non-pharmacological management of geriatric issues and caregivers, including dementia, grief, and anxiety at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She works with both adults and adolescents on family matters, crisis management, school performance, and violence-related issues. Her approach is based, among others, on the Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy model by Ellis, Beck's Cognitive Therapy model, as well as Meichenbaum's Cognitive-Behavioral Modification. Finally, the specialist is a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society (SEPS). Guided by empathy, authenticity, and scientific practices, individuals will progressively be able to manage life situations effectively. For optimal service provision, she is supervised and participates in personal psychotherapy.

Deli Nadia is a Psychologist - Performance Psychologist and a trainee Integrative Psychotherapist, offering individual sessions to adolescents and adults. She provides in-person and online sessions, creating a safe and supportive environment where each individual can express themselves and discover new ways of understanding and managing their difficulties.

She completed her undergraduate studies in Psychology and continued her specialization in the field of Sports & Performance Psychology, deepening her understanding of the relationship between mental resilience, performance, and personal development. As a Sports Psychologist, she focuses on the connection between emotions, behaviors, and performance, supporting the athlete both psychologically and as an evolving individual. Simultaneously, her training in Integrative Psychotherapy, which combines elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic approaches, and systemic thinking, allows her to approach the therapy client holistically, respecting their personal history and the needs of each moment.

In her professional career, she has collaborated with sports teams and private organizations, providing both psychotherapy services and psychoeducational seminars centered on supporting individuals in demanding environments. Her goal is to enhance self-awareness, self-confidence, and mental well-being, taking into account individual needs and the environment in which the person lives. Her philosophy is based on empathy, respect, and a collaborative therapeutic relationship. She believes that every difficulty presents an opportunity for growth, and that through a carefully designed and scientifically grounded therapeutic process, individuals can develop new ways of thinking, be empowered, and find greater balance in their daily lives.