Psychotherapists

Nektarios Oikonomou is a Psychologist with private practice offices in Markopoulo and Porto Rafti. He graduated from the Department of Psychology at UCLAN University (2017-2021) and has enhanced his knowledge with specialized studies at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT, Social Clinical Psychology of Addictions, Sports Psychology, and Counseling and Therapy for Couples and Families), strengthening his ability to approach psychological issues from multiple dimensions.

Professionally, he maintains private practice offices in Markopoulo and Porto Rafti, offering psychotherapy services, addiction treatment, psychological support, and counseling.

He is also active as a sports psychologist with PAO Kalyvia (2024-present), where, combined with his status as a final-year student at the Department of Physical Education and Sport Science (TEFAA), he employs a comprehensive scientific approach that links mental empowerment with physical performance, supporting athletes in enhancing mental resilience and competitive performance.

Additionally, he has collaborated as an addiction counselor at KETHEA DIAVASI (2020-2021). In the field of addictions, he integrates his scientific training with profound experiential understanding of addiction and recovery mechanisms, which enhances empathy and the effectiveness of the therapeutic approach.

Dr Mariza Xatzistamatiou is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist who has maintained a private practice in Volos since 2005. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and holds a PhD from the Department of Special Education at the University of Thessaly. Additionally, she completed postgraduate studies in Occupational and Organizational Psychology at the University of Surrey, United Kingdom. She possesses extensive experience in the monitoring and psychological support of individuals with anxiety disorders, depression, phobias, personality disorders, addictions, anorexia nervosa - bulimia, chronic illnesses, interpersonal relationship issues, and emotional problems. Alongside her private practice, she occasionally teaches psychology courses at the Department of Special Education at the University of Thessaly and at a Public Vocational Training Institute (IEK). Finally, she is a member of the Hellenic, British, and American Psychological Associations and has contributed to the authorship of scientific articles for local newspapers and magazines.

Soulakoudis Stylianos is a Psychologist - Child Psychologist practicing professionally in Volos. He is a graduate of the Psychology Department at the University of East London, England. Subsequently, he pursued his postgraduate studies in Child Psychology with a specialization in educational settings at the same University. Additionally, through the e-learning programs of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, he has obtained certification and specialization in the counseling management, treatment, and care of children as well as adults with autism. Furthermore, he is attending specialization programs at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens concerning Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Psychotherapy. Moreover, he collaborates externally with Speech Therapy Centers in the Volos area. Finally, he has performed volunteer work at a Disease Center for individuals with Alzheimer's disease.

Gianna Papadopoulou is a Mental Health Counselor - Msc Cognitive Counseling with a private practice in Exarcheia. She holds a Psychology degree from the American College of Greece and a postgraduate degree (Msc) in Applied Social Psychology from the University of Sussex, United Kingdom. Additionally, she has specialized in Cognitive Counseling at the Cognitive Psychotherapy Unit of the Hellenic Center for Mental Hygiene & Research (E.KE.PSY.E.). She has worked as a Scientific Associate on European and psychoeducational programs in Primary Education in Achaia and in Primary Education structures (public & private kindergartens). She has also worked as an External Collaborator with public and private organizations for the oversight and design of large children's initiatives. Finally, Ms. Papadopoulou specializes in Cognitive Counseling.

Antoniou Panagiotis is a Clinical - Community Psychologist working with adults who wish to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, manage anxiety, grief, and relational difficulties, and build a life with greater balance and meaning that aligns with their desires and aspirations.

Throughout the sessions, he utilizes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) tools, learned during his postgraduate studies, with an emphasis on recognizing and processing automatic thoughts, core beliefs, and emotional patterns that influence behavior and daily life. Simultaneously, he incorporates elements of psychoeducation and experiential techniques aimed at enhancing self-awareness, autonomy, and emotional competence.

He believes that the outcome is not merely the reduction of symptoms but a process of personal growth and meaningful connection with oneself.

His office provides a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental environment where each individual can freely express themselves and work with respect for their unique needs and personal boundaries.

Georgia Raptopoulou BSc, MSc, PhDc is a licensed Psychologist - Child Psychologist and Psychotherapist, maintaining a private practice in Santorini, Greece. She studied Psychology and specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy (CBT) for adults, adolescents, and children. She is currently a PhD Candidate in Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences.

She holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Derby in the UK, a specialization in Child Psychology from the University of Central Lancashire, as well as a postgraduate specialization program focusing on depression, anxiety, and stress in vulnerable populations.

Additionally, she has specialized in Positive Psychology at Panteion University and holds a certification in Couples and Family Counseling from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She is also certified in enhancing communication between parents and children, and has received training in Sexual Education, Play Therapy, and Dramatic Play for children at the Institute of Mental Health (DI.KE.PSY.).

She is a scientific collaborator at Eurolab Santorini (Eurognosi), providing expertise on matters concerning students, teachers, and children within the school environment. She organizes workshops related to exams, student and parent stress and its management, as well as communication between students, parents, and teachers to foster more effective and positive collaboration.

Her research interests focus on children and families, and she runs a mental health center dedicated to the psychological well-being of children and families in Santorini.

Milovianou Afroditi is a clinical psychologist and mindfulness trainer, maintaining a private practice in Thessaloniki. She is a graduate of the Psychology Department at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, with postgraduate studies in Clinical and Community Psychology at the University of East London. She has specialized training in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy from the Oxford Mindfulness Centre, Solution Focused Therapy from the Center for Solution-Focused Psychotherapy, parent counseling from the Center of Academic Research and Studies, and coaching and health promotion from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.

She works as a private psychologist and mindfulness trainer. She has served as a psychologist at the Organization for Social Protection, Solidarity & Education of the Municipality of Volvi, Thessaloniki, and has worked in institutions such as treatment centers, schools, and social services with children and adolescents. She has provided voluntary services to organizations supporting children with neoplastic diseases, special needs, and children from vulnerable social groups in Greece and abroad. She continuously undertakes training across a broad range of topics in her field, participates in European mental health promotion programs, summer schools, and international conferences. Finally, she writes articles on issues concerning everyday life and challenges faced by individuals today.

Lyrarakis Konstantinos has a private practice in Pallini, Attica. He holds a diploma as a Mental Health Counselor from the Athens Synthesis Centre, recognized by the internationally renowned Counselling and Psychotherapy Organization COSCA (Counselling & Psychotherapy in Scotland). He has been awarded the "COSCA Counselling Skills Certificate," recognized by Napier University of Edinburgh. He has completed a one-year training program focused on Parent-Adolescent relationships. He has extensive experience working with couple relationships aimed at finding solutions. He has contributed articles to an online health newspaper, offering opinions and solutions on contemporary issues. He has authored and published a book related to relationships. He collaborates with companies to address issues concerning employee relationships and communication. He organizes and delivers seminars for company executives with the goal of improving workplace communication. He applies an approach tailored to the needs of executives. Focused on improving relationships, he develops communication methods at the workplace, family, and individual levels. He implements an integrative therapeutic model, identifying the needs of each individual. With acceptance, non-judgment, and empathy, he accompanies the client on their journey of personal development. Targeting the strengthening of mental and overall physical health, he supports clients in managing their fears and concerns. His areas of practice include anxiety management, separation, low self-esteem, depression, panic attacks, employee relations, support and empowerment for business executives, family businesses, succession management, and more. He offers individual and couples therapy daily at his private office. Online sessions are also available.

Mitsios Axilleas is a psychiatrist and psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Athens, near the Ambelokipi metro station. Concurrently, he collaborates with the Psychiatric Home Care Unit of the Patient at the Institute of Child and Adult Mental Health “P. Sakellaropoulos” in Kallithea. He graduated from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He began his specialty training at the Greek Center for Mental Health and Research, Athens branch, where he remained for a total of 2 years and received training in psychiatric and psychotherapeutic care for community patients. He completed his specialty at the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas," where he stayed for a total of 4 years and was trained in managing a wide range of psychopathology. He received psychotherapeutic training within the framework of the postgraduate program “Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in a Medical Setting” at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.

Mpouziani Adamantia, Psychologist, is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the University of Westminster and maintains a private practice – the Psychological Center "Psychodiagnosis" in the Piraeus area. Additionally, she specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy and particularly in the "Applied Behaviour Analysis - ABA – Lovaas" program for children with autism. Ms. Mpouziani Adamantia, Psychologist, provides all necessary counseling services regarding Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy, Parent Counseling, Marriage Counseling, Addictions, Special Education and Learning Difficulties, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Autism - Early Intervention, Behavior Therapy, as well as Programs for children with special needs - AMEA.

Stefanos Gkogkornas is a Psychologist and Psychotherapist. He studied Psychology in the Psychology Program at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) through the four-year postgraduate program of the Society of Cognitive Behavioral Studies. Additionally, he received training in Clinical Psychopathology through the two-year programs of the First University Psychiatric Clinic of NKUA and the Research University Institute of Mental Health. Finally, he has been trained in the fundamental principles of mindfulness and self-awareness at the Society of Cognitive Behavioral Studies.

He has worked as a Psychologist on the telephone support line for "Together for Children," in the kindergartens of the Municipality of Dafni-Ymittos, at the Family Counseling Center of the Municipality of Kallithea, with the NGO Freedom Gate, and in the Adult Therapy Department of the Institute for Research and Therapy of Behavior. He currently practices privately as a Psychotherapist, with clinical experience that includes individual and group psychotherapy and counseling sessions with people of all ages, dealing with problems related to family, work, or social relationships, and presenting a variety of psychopathologies such as depression, anxiety disorders, panic attacks, personality disorders, among others.

Marina Kirmpa, MSc, is an experienced Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Peristeri, providing personalized mental health services based on a solid academic and professional background. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Crete and a master's degree in "School Psycho-pedagogy and Prevention of Youth Deprivation." Additionally, she has studied at the Higher School of Pedagogical and Technological Education (ASPAITE) and has received formal training in Cognitive Analytic and Systemic Psychotherapy. Her clinical experience is extensive, including work at the Attica Psychiatric Hospital "Daphne," as well as in specialized therapy centers. She has also provided her services in various educational settings (Primary Schools, Junior High Schools, General High Schools, Vocational High Schools, and IEK). She maintains continuous professional development through parent seminars and active participation in scientific conferences.

Η Έλενα Πέτσα είναι Ψυχολόγος – Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Αριστοτελείου Πανεπιστημίου Θεσσαλονίκης και κάτοχος άδειας ασκήσεως επαγγέλματος. Διαθέτει Μεταπτυχιακό τίτλο (MSc) στις Αναπτυξιακές Διαταραχές από το Lancaster University (Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο) και πολυετή κλινική εμπειρία στον χώρο της ψυχικής υγείας. Έχει ολοκληρώσει πολυετή και συστηματική μετεκπαίδευση στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία, στη Βιοθυμική Κλινική Υπνοθεραπεία, καθώς και στο Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM), ένα σύγχρονο, νευροβιολογικά τεκμηριωμένο μοντέλο τραυματοθεραπείας για το σύνθετο τραύμα, τις αποσυνδετικές διαταραχές και το τραύμα πρόσδεσης. Παράλληλα, έχει εξειδικευτεί στο μοντέλο του Ian Falloon “Ψυχοεκπαιδευτικές Παρεμβάσεις - Θεραπεία Οικογένειας στην Ψύχωση”, μέσα από συνεργασία με πανεπιστημιακούς και ερευνητικούς φορείς ψυχικής υγείας. Από το 2015 διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο, όπου παρέχει ατομικές συνεδρίες ψυχοθεραπείας ενηλίκων, δουλεύοντας με θέματα  άγχους, κατάθλιψης, δυσκολιών στις διαπροσωπικές σχέσεις, συναισθηματικής απορρύθμισης, αυτοεκτίμησης και ταυτότητας. Η θεραπευτική της προσέγγιση βασίζεται στη δημιουργία μιας ασφαλούς, σταθερής και συνεργατικής θεραπευτικής σχέσης, προσαρμοσμένης στις ανάγκες και το προσωπικό βίωμα κάθε θεραπευόμενου. Παράλληλα με την κλινική της εργασία, έχει συνεχή παρουσία στον χώρο της εκπαίδευσης και της επαγγελματικής κατάρτισης. Είναι εκπαιδεύτρια σε πιστοποιημένα προγράμματα εξειδίκευσης στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία και τη Βιοθυμική Κλινική Υπνοθεραπεία και Επιστημονική Υπεύθυνη του Προγράμματος Βιοθυμικής Κλινικής Υπνοθεραπείας στο Κέντρο Εφαρμοσμένης Ψυχοθεραπείας και Συμβουλευτικής. Επιπλέον, από το 2019 συνεργάζεται με το Εθνικό και Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών ως εισηγήτρια σε εξ αποστάσεως προγράμματα επαγγελματικής επιμόρφωσης, συμβάλλοντας ενεργά στη συνεχιζόμενη εκπαίδευση επαγγελματιών ψυχικής υγείας. Η επαγγελματική της πορεία περιλαμβάνει εκτενή εμπειρία σε δημόσιες και μη κερδοσκοπικές δομές ψυχικής υγείας, με επίκεντρο την κρίση, το τραύμα και την προστασία ευάλωτων πληθυσμών. Εργάστηκε επί σειρά ετών στο Εθνικό Κέντρο για τα Κακοποιημένα και υπό Εκμετάλλευση Παιδιά «Το Χαμόγελο του Παιδιού», αρχικά ως ψυχολόγος στις εθνικές και ευρωπαϊκές γραμμές βοήθειας και στη συνέχεια ως Υπεύθυνη Βάρδιας, με αρμοδιότητα τον συντονισμό και την εποπτεία κρίσιμων παρεμβάσεων και δομών άμεσης κοινωνικής επέμβασης σε πανελλαδικό επίπεδο. Στο πλαίσιο της επαγγελματικής της πορείας, έχει συνεργαστεί και με το Ινστιτούτο Ψυχικής και Σεξουαλικής Υγείας, όπου εργάστηκε ως ψυχολόγος, παρέχοντας ψυχολογική υποστήριξη στο πλαίσιο της Συμβουλευτικής Γραμμής Σεξουαλικής Υγείας, καθώς και ατομικές συνεδρίες ψυχοθεραπείας ενηλίκων, με εστίαση σε ζητήματα σεξουαλικής υγείας, σχέσεων, αυτοεκτίμησης και συναισθηματικών δυσκολιών, μέσα σε ένα πλαίσιο συνεχούς εποπτείας και επιστημονικής υποστήριξης. Στο παρελθόν έχει επίσης συνεργαστεί με το Αιγινήτειο Νοσοκομείο, το Ερευνητικό Πανεπιστημιακό Ινστιτούτο Ψυχικής Υγιεινής (ΕΠΙΨΥ) και τον Σύλλογο Οικογενειών για την Ψυχική Υγεία (ΣΟΨΥ), αποκτώντας πολύπλευρη εμπειρία στην κλινική ψυχολογία, τη συμβουλευτική, την ομαδική θεραπεία και την ψυχοκοινωνική αποκατάσταση. Παράλληλα, έχει συμμετάσχει σε ερευνητικές εργασίες και επιστημονικές παρουσιάσεις με αντικείμενο την παιδική προστασία, την ψυχική νόσο και άλλα. Η επιστημονική της ταυτότητα χαρακτηρίζεται από συνεχή επιμόρφωση, επαγγελματική συνέπεια και βαθύ σεβασμό στη μοναδικότητα του κάθε ανθρώπου, με βασικό στόχο την ενδυνάμωση, την κατανόηση και τη θεραπευτική εξέλιξη των ατόμων που την εμπιστεύονται.

Anastasia Koutoumatsioti is a Clinical Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Ampelokipoi, Attica. She holds a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with a postgraduate specialization (MSc) in Clinical Psychology from the same University. She is a licensed practicing psychologist (License No. 8714) and a full member of the "Association of Greek Psychologists." She has been trained and continues her training in programs related to psychoanalysis and psychoanalytic psychotherapy for children/adolescents and adults. Additionally, she has been trained in administering, scoring, and interpreting psychometric and projective tests. Furthermore, recognizing the need for continuous education and updating on the latest advances in the field, she has completed a specialization program in Autism Spectrum Disorder and actively participates in numerous seminars, conferences, and workshops related to mental health. She possesses clinical experience in the psychopathology of children, adolescents, and adults through collaboration and internships with public institutions such as the Children's Hospital "Agia Sofia" - University Child Psychiatry Clinic, the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas" - Psychiatric Department, as well as the Korydallos Prison. In recent years, she has also worked as a Psychologist in Primary and Secondary Education School Units and collaborates with private centers. She maintains a private office where she provides psychosocial support, information, and counseling guidance to Children/Adolescents, Adults, Couples, and Parents.

Robert Ian Kibet Ouko Babu is a Psychologist and Psychotherapist with private practices in Cholargos and Patissia, Athens. He holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Central Lancashire and a Master’s degree (MSc) in Integrative Psychotherapy and Counselling from the University of East London. He is currently completing his training in Person-Centered and Focusing-Oriented Experiential Psychotherapy at the Hellenic Focusing Center.

He is certified in Emotion Focused Couples Therapy by ICEEFT and the EFT Greek Network, and is also a certified Effective Parent Trainer through Gordon Hellas. In addition, he is currently completing a Master of Science in Global Health and Disaster Management at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.His clinical practice is grounded in the individual needs of each client and serves a diverse range of people. He actively supports diversity and inclusion, fostering a therapeutic environment where clients feel respected, heard, and understood.His therapeutic style is open, collaborative, and paced according to each client’s readiness and goals. He approaches every session with creativity and personal engagement, viewing therapy as a shared and evolving process. With many years of experience in psychotherapy, he follows a holistic approach, integrating multiple therapeutic models and methods to meet each person’s unique needs. He places emphasis not only on thoughts and emotions but also on bodily experience, recognizing the individuality of each client and their life context.

Xasapi Theodora Kai Synergates is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Patras, where she collaborates with Psychologist Haloulou Sofia. Ms. Xasapi graduated from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University. She trained in Cognitive Analytic Psychotherapy at the Hellenic Society of Cognitive Analytic Psychotherapy and completed her internship at the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica "Dromokaitio". She received further training in "Anxiety Disorders in Children and Adolescents" at the Child Psychiatry Clinic of the University of Athens and additionally was trained in "Biofeedback & Psychophysiological Disorders" at the Certified Lifelong Learning Center "Diastasi". Finally, Ms. Xasapi completed advanced training in Positive Psychology at Panteion University. She serves as a Psychologist, Health Officer in the Hellenic Police, and is a member of the Negotiators team in the aforementioned force, having been appointed in 2015 as the National Contact Point in the European Network of Experts on Police Psychology issues. For her, respect for the personality of the client, genuine care, empowerment of their self-confidence, and reinforcement of their value as a free individual are important guides and principles of her work.

Episkepsy Matthaios Zazanis Kai Synergates Psyxologoi-Psyxotherapeutes is a Psychologist - Integrative Psychotherapist with a Person-Centered orientation and is a co-founder of the Counseling Center for Education and Psychosocial Support epi S.K.E.P.S.Y. as well as the scientific director of the center in Ano Patissia. He has specialized training in addictions and mental disorders and is certified by Greek, British, and American organizations. Throughout his career, he has encountered distinguished mentors who serve as an inspiration to him.